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Science Sunday: Foam
We see foams in our everyday lives- shaving cream, whipped cream and so many more, but what exactly makes a foam a foam? There is
April 3, 2023
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Science Sunday: Soap in a Microwave
Yes, you read the title of this blog post correctly… we are seeing what happens to Ivory soap when it is put in the microwave
March 20, 2023
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Science Sunday: Plastic Milk
Let’s talk about milk today! Even more specifically, let’s talk about an activity you can explore at home using milk. We can do something very
August 29, 2022
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Science Sunday: Marshmallow Math
Get ready to use marshmallows as a form of measurement. In this week’s Science Sunday, we learn how to measure the speed of light by
July 11, 2022
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Science Sunday: Baking Powder vs. Baking Soda
We all know there is a big difference between baking powder and baking soda when it comes to cooking. But why are they so different?
June 28, 2021
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Science At Play: Composting!
So many people are getting their gardens started for the spring and summer and we are here to help those gardens be successful. Compost is
May 19, 2021
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Science Sunday: Plate Tectonics
Good Morning everyone and welcome to another edition of Science Sunday. Last week we celebrated Earth Day, which is one of our favorite holidays here
April 26, 2021
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Dear Science: Why Does Yeast Rise?
We have received so many amazing questions through our Dear Science campaign, including this one from Oli, age 10. Why does yeast rise? You might know
March 26, 2021
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Science Sunday: Fossils
We were inspired by our new traveling exhibit, Dinosaurs Around the World for this Science Sunday. Opening this weekend, March 6, 12 animatronic dinosaurs will
March 1, 2021
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Science At Play: Science of Pizza
We have a tasty Science At Play for you today. Did you know that there is a lot of science that goes into making a
December 11, 2020
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Science Sunday: Homemade Calorimeter
So we have all heard of calories, right? They are a measurement almost everyone uses to determine how healthy a food item is. What exactly
December 7, 2020
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Science At Play: Testing Vinegar
What do ketchup, lemon juice and vinegar have in common? They all can be used as cleaners for objects in our everyday lives. All three
December 4, 2020
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Science At Play: Friction Rice
We are just full of tricks this week- and today it is time for another one. It only takes a few materials- and a little
December 2, 2020
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Does Turkey Really Make You Sleepy?
With Thanksgiving approaching, my mind often thinks of all the mouthwatering food I soon will consume. If you are like me, you probably find yourself
November 18, 2020
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Science Sunday: Science Behind Food Photography
Welcome back to another edition of Science Sunday and today we are talking food photography today. Did you know that there are laws surrounding food
November 9, 2020
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