The Office Olympics – The Science of Office Chair Spinning
There is science behind the tucks, spins, jumps and throws in the Olympics.
Power walking is now an Olympic event, so why not spinning? I’m already dizzy and we’ve barely begun.
If you need to bring more Olympics in your life, pull out…
Candy Science – What's Inside a Piece of Candy?
By Blog Editor Susan Wells
I don't always encourage my kids to play with their food, but sometimes it's necessary to see just what is inside.
We went to the store. My girls don't get a lot of candy, except maybe at Halloween and Easter, so…
Time Lapse Photography Shows Crystals Forming and Growing on Paper Tree
Carey Brown, father to our Customer Service Manager, Zarah Brown, shared these amazing time lapse photography videos. He was experimenting with his new time lapse photography equipment and used our Magic Growing Crystal Trees as his subjects.
Carey…
If You Walk on Fire You Might Get Hurt – Science Secrets of Fire Walking
Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy
On Monday morning, Steve received a call from NBC Nightly News from a producer who wanted to learn more about the science of walking on fire.
People can actually walk…
Tornadoes in a Bottle – Discovery, Wonder and Science for All Ages
By Blog Editor Susan Wells
For this week's Sick Science! Summer Camp, we put together a few new bottles and watched the vortex.
I have worked for Steve Spangler Science since my oldest child was 3 years old and before I had my second. They…
Staff Spotlight on Bryan – AKA Demo Gopher and Higginsworth
Q: Tell us a little about who you are…
A: I am 27 years old and attended the University of New Mexico for Art, but was born and raised in Colorado. I am very close with my family and wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for their constant…
Sugar Water Density Towers – Escape the Heat and Experiment in the Kitchen
By Blog Editor Susan Wells
For this week's Sick Science! Summer Camp we experimented with density using sugar and water. Usually around this time of the summer we are looking for indoor activities to do on a rainy summer day. This summer has…
Will I Get a Sunburn on a Cloudy Day? Testing the Power of the Sun with Energy Beads
By Blog Editor: Susan Wells
My girls hate applying sunscreen in the summer. It's their least favorite activity of all time.
Headed to the park? Apply sunscreen.
Headed to the pool? Apply sunscreen.
Headed out on a bike? Apply sunscreen.
MOM!!!
They…
Dangers of Opening Glow Sticks
Glow sticks are incredibly popular for their simplicity yet versatility - birthday parties, evening outdoor activities, Halloween science and so much more. They are sold at many events and are found in stores everywhere. Even Steve Spangler…
Save Electricity, Skip the Campfire, Go Old School and Cook on a Solar Oven
The hot, dry weather in Colorado has forced officials to enforce fire bans across the state. That means no campfires, no s'mores, no nuttin'. Or is it possible to harness the power of the sun using a technique that is used by Girl and Boy Scouts…