Tag: stem activities for 5th grade
This category contains all STEM activities that are good for developing STEM skills in 5th grade children.
How to Demonstrate Air Pressure with Balloon
How to fit an object through a smaller hole? Not easy, that is for sure. But we can turn towards science and get some help from atmospheric pressure. So let’s do just that – fit the balloon into the glass jar by using the air pressure!
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How to Shrink a Bag with Microwaves?
Today we will show you magic: we will take one normal size potato chips bag and shrink it! But is it really magic? Of course not, it’s all science! Polymers and microwaves! Let’s explore what is needed to make this cool Shrinking Bag Experiment!
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How to Demonstrate Air Pressure with Can Crush Experiment
You are probably familiar with blood pressure and its health-related symptoms. But do you know what pressure really is and what effect can it have on our environment? Join us today while we explore this topic with a simple Can Crush experiment
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Apple Oxidation Experiment
You probably heard the word “antioxidant” in some health-related articles or commercials. But do you know what antioxidants are and how they work? You will find out today with this simple apple science experiment!
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How to Make a Match Head Rocket
Rockets are fun in every shape and size, wouldn’t you agree? Today we will show you how to make one with some very simple ingredients. Join us in the thrill of the launch!
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How to Make a Cardboard Projector using Smartphone and Magnifying Glass
How cool would it be to show the video of your awesome vacation to all your friends at a party? How about watching the big screen movie while outside? Hm… If only you could make your smartphone into a portable projector, but that’s only a fantasy… Or is it?! Today we will show you how to make a projector using the smartphone, magnifying glass, and an ordinary shoebox.
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How to make a Castle from Toilet Paper Rolls
You would probably be surprised if you count how many rolls of toilet paper you throw out every month. Have you ever thought: “Is there a better way to use those same rolls?” Like by doing something creative? If you are looking for some ideas on what project to make, you are in the right place. Today, we are making Cardboard Castle!
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How to make Sugar Crystals
Everyone tried to make homemade candy at some point. But have you ever tried to make rock candy on a stick? They are not only delicious, but a great way to learn some chemistry. Today we will show you how to grow your own sugar crystals. Tasty science!
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What is Heat Conduction and how to demonstrate it
Ever wondered why air conditioners are placed high, and radiators near the ground? Why is a warm beverage the best thing on a cold day? How can we detect people in the dark? Answer to all that is the same – Heat transfer! And what makes something good heat conductor? Let’s explore all that in this fun kitchen experiment.
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How to make Homemade Rocket with Vinegar and Baking Soda
Space…The final frontier. Our mission is to boldly go where no rocket on vinegar and baking soda has ever gone before!
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How to make Homemade Plastic with Milk and Vinegar
Wouldn’t it be fun to make your own toys? But that sounds complicated…Well, it doesn’t have to be! All that you need is some milk, some vinegar and the molds for sculpting. We will show you how to make homemade plastic with these ingredients. Open the factory!
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Explore the Mysterious Number Pi (π)
You have probably heard of the number Pi, that mysterious constant that goes on forever. We know it from mathematical formulas, but what is it exactly? Let’s try to get some clarification through a fun activity. We hope it will help you forever remember the formula for the circle circumference!
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