Winter means a lot of indoor time, and I've learned that science experiments are a lifesaver on those long, cold days. The best part? You don't need anything fancy. Baking soda, vinegar, food ...

This Thursday, October 24, we’re showcasing the 25th year of Lights On Afterschool to shine a light on the need for high-quality, hands-on afterschool STEM programs for all children. Together, we can ...

Introduction Scientists study earthquakes so we can understand and predict them better. In this activity you will learn about one of the tools scientists use to measure the strength of an ...

Poems, stories, and science activities capture children’s imagination and curiosity as they explore the science in the world around them. Each letter of the alphabet features a cartoon creature, a ...

Participation in science-related activities serves as another source for informing the public. The past two decades have seen a resurgence in direct public engagement with science – especially through ...

How quickly will an ice cream sandwich melt? Well, that depends on a lot of factors, including the weather. A few years ago, Walmart started selling an ice cream sandwich that did not melt, even when ...

Introduction Ever wonder how a microwave oven cooks your food? A microwave uses—you guessed it!—microwaves, a form of high-frequency electromagnetic radiation. Think radio waves, just with a much ...

A decade ago, a group of scientists had the literally brilliant idea to use bioluminescent light to visualize brain activity.