The Scientific Secret of Fluffy Pancakes
Do you want to learn a little chemistry while cooking? In this episode of STEM Unplugged we’ll walk students through a quick at-home experiment to show how a simple chemical…
The Science Behind Bubbling Lava Lamps
Curious about what causes those mesmerizing bubbles in lava lamps? In this episode of STEM Unplugged, students will make their own lava lamp using a few common household items while…
Testing Methods to Clean an Oil Spill
In this episode of STEM Unplugged, students will explore the science behind an oil spill and perform household experiments to understand the various solutions to this real-world environmental hazard.
Outdoor Explorations
In this episode of STEM Unplugged, students will go on an outdoor exploration of their backyards or neighborhoods and investigate with their senses to dive deeper into the natural environment.
No Pressure with this Easy Barometer
Do you ever wonder how meteorologists predict the weather? With a few common household items, this episode of STEM Unplugged will show you how to make a tool that can…
Mind Jar: A Simple Tool for Calm
In this episode of STEM Unplugged, we’ll highlight how our brain reacts when we’re feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Following five easy steps, students will leave the lesson with a mind…
Making Rock Candy Crystals
In this episode of STEM Unplugged, students will uncover the chemistry behind rocky candy crystals through a hands-on at-home experiment.
How to Use the Engineering Design Process to Solve Problems
In this episode of STEM Unplugged, students will learn about a five-step engineering design process that they can use to find solutions to real-world problems using a few simple supplies.
How to Experiment with Pharmaceutical Engineering
In this episode of STEM Unplugged, students will learn how engineers design pill casings for medicines to deliver a desired effect in the human body through a step-by-step experiment that…
How to Calculate the Volume of a Clubhead
This episode of STEM Unplugged shows students how to measure volume using something called the Archimedes Principle. Using only a container and water, learn how mathematics connects to the sport…
