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Black History: Scientists
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math—known as S.T.E.M.—have been enriched and influenced by the contributions from men and women of diverse countries, cultures and races. This issue celebrating Black History Month highlights famous inventions and discoveries by African American scientists and … Continue reading
Cool Magic
Meet the Amazing STEMdini who will dazzle you with the magic of science while explaining the science of magic. With tricks like “Magic Rain” (water that that won’t fall from a glass even when you hold it upside down), floating … Continue reading
Easter Egg Science
Hop on over and help the Easter Bunny with some “egg-citing” experiments! Follow directions to float one of his eggs magically in water. Learn about air pressure and vacuum by squeezing an egg through the opening in a bottle. Then … Continue reading
Food Chains
Celebrate Earth Day everyday by learning how everything on our planet is interdependent. Food chains illustrate clearly how animals depend on other animals or plants for their survival. Learn how the tiniest microscopic animals sustain much larger creatures through food … Continue reading
Gravity Racers
Rev up your engines and get ready to race cars without engines! How can this be? What could be strong enough to race a care without a motor to move it? Gravity is the answer. Gravity pulls all objects towards … Continue reading
Halloween Science
Scare up some Halloween fun with the science experiments in this special issue. Follow directions to learn how baking soda and vinegar magically inflate a balloon. Mix some ghoulish ingredients to grow creepy monster mold. See how a simple highlighter … Continue reading
Helmet History
Playing sports helps children develop skills while having fun and learning about teamwork. Because sports typically involve running, jumping, throwing and physical contact, it’s critical that the equipment used keeps young athletes safe while on the field, court or in … Continue reading
Holiday Science
Put on your white lab coat and get ready for some holiday fun with this special issue that is part of our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) series! Follow written directions to grow Christmas crystals on a sponge. To … Continue reading
Hydrogen Powered Cars
Got wheels? Sure we do—and they make life a lot easier! For centuries humans have used critical thinking to invent devices that make their work more efficient. This STEM issue takes us on the road for a closer look at … Continue reading
Katherine Johnson
Reading stories of famous Americans who succeeded through hard work and perseverance inspires young dreamers that their futures are full of possibilities. Meet an African-American woman whose math prowess helped guide the first spaceships into orbit. In the days before … Continue reading
