Learn How Motors Work with This DIY Kit for Home!
Motors are everywhere—in our devices, cars, and even in our bodies! Muscles and nerves create movement in a similar way to how motors generate motion. But how do motors actually work? Let’s explore by building a simple motor model. The Basics: What Makes a Motor Spin? To make our model motor work, we need just […]
DIY fidget spinner! (+ learn how to solder)
Build Your Own LED Fidget Spinner: A Fun DIY Project for Kids and Beginners Looking for a cool DIY project? Learn how to make an LED fidget spinner! This beginner-friendly activity teaches soldering basics and introduces the science of LEDs. Perfect for kids interested in STEM and for adults looking to learn electronics.
4 Fun Tesla Coil Science Experiments for Kids (Featuring Thor & Palpatine)
Looking for unique STEM projects? Try these Tesla coil experiments to safely explore electricity and plasma science with kids! (Note: we recommend buying a transformer for the Tesla Coil. This is not entirely necessary, but using a 110V to 220V transformer will result in larger sparks.) 1. Light Some Sparklers with Plasma Tesla coils produce […]
Jacob’s Ladder Science Experiment: How It Works and Why It Amazes
Grab your own Jacob's ladder at the link below. Science can be fun, thrilling, and sometimes a bit shocking—literally! If you’ve ever watched the original 1931 Frankenstein movie, you might recognize the iconic Jacob’s Ladder. This fascinating piece of science has captured imaginations for decades—and it still makes for pretty shocking experiments today (pun intended!). […]