How do shadows work? Explore light and shadow science with three hands-on investigations and a shadow art project.

Build a DIY rubber band instrument and explore sound, vibration, and pitch in this hands-on STEM activity for kids ages 6–12.

Imagine a world without music. Movies would be nothing more than moving pictures. Music helps us relax and feel happy. It also reminds us of happy or sad times in our lives. Music is all around us! We ...

Rollercoasters! This is the perfect STEM challenge for welcoming middle school students back to school or can be used as a simple engineering project for younger students, as many of them probably ...

Get ready to build, test, and play your very own homemade musical instrument. This DIY Xylophone STEM project lets kids explore the science of sound by creating music with vibrating copper pipes. It ...

Maps may tell us how to get from point A to point B, but they can also spark imagination, sharpen minds, and open up a world of discovery. In this hands-on mapping project, students become real-world ...

If you want a project that gets kids building, testing, laughing, and then immediately wanting to try again, this is it. A DIY Jack-in-the-Box is the perfect mix of craft and engineering. It looks ...

We have all heard sound, but has anyone ever seen it? Sound is all around us, but we rarely stop to think about what it really is. Every time you speak, play an instrument, clap your hands, or hear ...

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Have you ever looked at a picture that seemed to move when you walked past it? That’s called a reverse perspective illusion! An optical illusion is something that tricks your brain into seeing an ...

The pool noodle periscope is a fun way for kids to explore reflections and to learn a bit about math, measurements and angles. Decorate your periscope to add some art to your project! This simple ...