Brian Williams Science

28 Jun Make Black Snake Fireworks with Chemistry

Posted at 10:08h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

In the simple activity, you'll use some basic materials to create your own black snake fireworks. You'll also learn a bit of chemistry along the way.

31 May Do Some Science in June 2020

Posted at 14:12h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

June 2020 has arrived and with it come lots of opportunities to Do Some Science! In addition to being Home Safety Month, April is also home to June Solstice, Asteroid Day, and World Oceans Day. Take a look at what June 2020 brings for the science lover in you.

01 May Do Some Science in May 2020

Posted at 09:42h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

May 2020 is here and with it comes lots of opportunities to Do Some Science! In addition to being Clean Air Month and National Egg Month, May is also home to Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower, the the last supermoon of the year, and Manhattanhenge. Take a look at what May brings for the science lover in you.

13 Apr Sharpie Color Science

Posted at 13:50h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

Everybody loves color! It makes our world incredibly beautiful. Color is what makes rainbows, flowers, and paintings so interesting. Did you know that there is a lot of science in the colors you see around you? In this activity, you will explore the science of solubility, learn a bit about Sharpie markers, and create some beautiful artwork along the way. Let's do some Sharpie color science!

06 Apr Explore the Mysteries of Oobleck

Posted at 10:30h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

Oobleck is a classic science activity that's sure to please both children and adults. This amazing substance seems to defy logic as it moves from solid to liquid and back again. If you have never played with Oobleck you are in for a wonderfully, fascinating (and messy) surprise. Never fear, clean-up is fast and easy and requires only a wet towel. Roll up your sleeves and let's explore the science of Oobleck!

03 Apr Make Butter With Science

Posted at 10:30h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

Here's a quick and easy activity that will help you and your children understand a bit about the properties of milk and impress your friends at your next dinner party. Keep reading to learn the secrets and science behind making butter!

31 Mar Do Some Science in April 2020

Posted at 18:35h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

April 2020 has arrived and with it come lots of opportunities to Do Some Science! In addition to being Global Astronomy Month and Citizen Science Month, April is also home to National Robotics Week, the Lyrids Meteor Shower, and Earth Day. Take a look at what April 2020 brings for the science lover in you.

29 Mar The Paperclip Float Challenge

Posted at 18:00h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

Here is a great little science activity that you can use to fool your friends and family. All you need is a glass of water, a paperclip, and a slip of paper. With these simple materials and a little science know-how, you can make the impossible...possible. Today, you will learn the secrets and science behind The Paperclip Float Challenge!

15 Mar Explore Brain Science at Your Seat

Posted at 18:00h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

Your brain is fantastic! It is capable of amazing feats from dreaming to sensing to thinking. The average human brain contains about 100 billion neurons and can wire itself in 10 to the power of 1,000,000 different ways (that's 10 followed by a million zeroes). All of this and it only weighs about 3 pounds! In this activity, you'll explore some of the mysteries of this outstanding organ. Let's do a little Brain Science!

14 Mar Pi Day 2020: Celebrate Math

Posted at 10:00h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

That's right! Today, March 14 or 3.14 is Pi Day 2020. It's a day to celebrate that mathematical constant that everybody loves, Pi (π)!

01 Mar Do Some Science in March 2020

Posted at 10:53h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

March 2020 is here and there are lots of opportunities to Do Some Science! From Pi Day to World Water Day to the first day of Spring, take a look at what March brings for the science lover in you.

10 Feb Charm Them With Valentine Science

Posted at 18:00h in Blog Post by Brian Williams

You've sent chocolate, picked out the perfect cards, and even done candlelit dinners. Now, you find yourself searching for something extra-special to really charm your valentine this year. How about a little science? That's right...with a little preparation, some simple materials, and some science know-how, you will have your special someone swooning. At the very least, they'll be impressed. This year, send them a secret message that can only be revealed with a little heat and some Valentine Science!