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Not your usual experiment, this is a book: “The League of Scientists” is a young adult fiction book by Andy Kaiser (the creator of Digital Bits Science Lab).
The Digital Bits Science Labs are fun science experiments for young children. Kids, make sure you have an adult's permission before trying any of these science experiments.
Digital Bits Science Lab
Science Experiments for Kids, Parents and Teachers
Mystery ‘science’ fiction, critical thinking and scientific skepticism: The League of Scientists
1 cup and 1 cup does not make two cups – Experiment with solutions
Description: This experiment shows how mixing ingredients into a solution doesn’t double your final result. In this case, you may get much less than what you expect.
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Learn about volume and space with ice water
Description: Ice plus water may not mix the way you think.
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Hot air takes up more space than cold air
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When heated, air will expand. When cooled, air will compress. Hot air takes up more space than cold air, as this experiment demonstrates.
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Demonstration of surface tension
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See surface tension in action – what happens when you turn it on, and what happens when you turn it off!
Power a boat with surface tension: Make a “zoomer”
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A “zoomer” is a small boat-shaped piece of paper that zooms around the surface of water using surface tension.
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Why is it easier to swim in the ocean? Learn about buoyancy.
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Learn about buoyancy. This lab answers the question: Why is it easier to swim in the ocean than in a lake?
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Demonstration of veins, arteries and transpiration
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Your veins and arteries carry blood and nutrients around your body. Demonstrate “you are what you eat” with a little help from celery.
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How to make your own rainbow, and meet “Roy G. Biv”
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If you’ve ever wanted to make your own rainbow, it’s not difficult with a little experimentation.
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Introduction to refraction
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Refraction happens when when light is bent as it moves. Instead of going in a straight line, it appears to turn, curve or bend.