Hands-on Science Boot Camp Tour Wraps Up in Houston
Houston teachers and science trainers came out in force as we wrapped up our 2008 Hands-on Science Boot Camp tour. It's not the first time that weather preempted a teacher training, but the severity of hurricane Ike impressed upon us the impact…
Insta-Snow Keeps Showing Up on Lists for Top Gift Ideas
It looks like our Insta-Snow® or (Instant Snow as many people call it) is showing up on lots and lots of "Top Gift Ideas" lists that are prevalent on so many blogs. Just add water and the powder instantly erupts into amazing artificial snow…
Exploding Water Experiment Hits Home for Reader
'Tis the season for spending time in the kitchen making those holiday feasts. So, when we were choosing a timely experiment to send in our Experiment of the Week email, we figured that Exploding Water in the Microwave was a great choice to make…
Just Say No to Styrofoam – Better Eco-Friendly Packaging Choices
One of my favorite science demos leading up to the holidays is the Vanishing Styrofoam Peanuts. As you'll see in the video below, the better choice is the more eco-friendly starch-based packaging material. As you shop online this season, some…