Submerging a dandelion in water always looks impressive, as the delicate puffball (seed head) appears wet in the water but is ...

Have you ever wondered how plants know when it's time to grow? It's all down to something called photoperiodism. Plants have ...

Catch up with this week's new and updated science investigations. These are my most popular, tried and tested science experiments for home, school or science club. Launch rockets, make colour changing ...

Can you save an egg astronaut from a sticky end? Test different materials to find out which protects an egg the best from a rocket launch and a crash to ...

This germination science investigation is very simple but fascinating. Did you know you can grow a bean in a jar with just a little water? Once the seed has germinated, you can place it in soil for ...

Is it easier to knock down a smaller or larger stack of cups? What will happen if you add more lollypop sticks to the central core of the catapult? Do the pom poms travel further than the table tennis ...

Following my weather-themed science experiments, I have a collection of wind science experiments to share today! Learn about renewable and non-renewable energy. Make an anemometer to measure wind ...

If you're looking for the best science YouTube channels for kids, you're in the right place. The ten science channels below are inspiring, educational and, most of all, fun! The videos below are ...

We created these shadow drawings over the summer holidays, but they work brilliantly at any time of year as long as the sun is shining. You can either look for shadows that have formed naturally to ...

The 2026 Winter Olympics start tomorrow, bringing athletes from around the world together to compete for a coveted gold medal! Here at Science Sparks, we're looking forward to watching gravity-defying ...

Most penguins live in and around Antarctica in the southern hemisphere. This means they have to be able to survive in extreme cold conditions. Penguins have several adaptations that allow them to stay ...