Read more at http://blogs.smithsonianmag.com/science/2010/04/01/a-peep-experiment/ Our Surprising Science blogger tests whether stale peeps or fresh peeps are better ...

Swirl each cup for about 20 seconds to see if one liquid is better than another at dissolving the candy coating ... Wash your hands after the experiment.

Whether and how much a substance dissolves (solubility) is a property of that substance. To compare the dissolving of different substances, they need to be tested in the same way. Students develop a ...

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It’s really true—science can be fun! Engaging kids with hands-on experiments activates multiple parts of the brain, which means they’re more likely to retain what they’ve learned.

Partially dissolve 1 tablespoon of salt in 1 cup ... Activity adapted from Neil Ardley. 101 Great Science Experiments. Dorling Kindersley, 1993. For instructions on creating a similar battery ...

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We can dissolve them with acetone, but be sure to dispose of it safely,” he warned. Lindsey's experiments aim to spark curiosity and show that science can be both fun and educational.

Are your kids a little nervous for that first day back? Get them in a mellow mood with this groovy lava lamp experiment. Plus they’ll learn about the scientific properties of oil and water.

A variable is a part of a science experiment which can change ... You will need sugar or salt to dissolve, and water at different temperatures. It is very important that you only use hot water ...

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