Discover which materials make the best insulators for the home. Learn the basics of thermal physics and solar heating through this interactive investigation.
Experiment with a simple hydraulic lifter to learn about pressure in liquids and the forces at work. Discover why hydraulics are so important in machines.
Build your own smartphone projector using recycled materials. Experiment with lenses to learn how they focus light and affect image quality.
Experiment with the science of density by stacking different liquids in order to make a colourful tower.
How do elevators work? What makes them safe? Learn all about elevator operation by building your own model and carrying out a hands-on investigation.
A demonstration which shows just how important the interaction between the human mind and a computer is by illustrating the Stroop Effect.
Understand how compasses work - and how they malfunction! A great way to learn about magnetism, magnetic materials and the Earth’s magnetic field.
Discover the science behind a famous magic trick: lying on a bed of nails! Is it a trick after all?
Build an actual, working battery, using simple materials commonly found at home.
Mix some colours using an Arduino Uno to control an RGB LED. Introduction to microcontroller programming. Sample code available. Great for beginners!