SaH: Polar Bear Play
In this STEM Challenge, you will build a floating “iceberg”. Question How can you create an “iceberg” that floats because it is less dense than
In this STEM Challenge, you will build a floating “iceberg”. Question How can you create an “iceberg” that floats because it is less dense than
In this STEM Challenge, you will build an igloo out of marshmallows Question Using straight toothpicks, can you create a dome-shaped igloo? Materials marshmallows toothpicks
Question Create the body of your sled by using a part of the egg carton. What forces are acting on the sled as it moves
Wherever you live, you can find other living things occupying the same space. Birds, insects, mammals and more can be found in rural areas, in
What is stratigraphy? Stratigraphy is the study of strata – or layers. When we look at things that have been layered, such as the stories
A polymer is a chemical compound consisting of repeating structural units. In this experiment, we will create a polymer (slime) from different ingredients to see
Have you ever tried to imagine how vast our Solar System is? The Solar System we live in consists of the Sun, eight major planets,
Have you ever taken a close look at your eyes? Let’s explore how changes in light change our eyes! Question How does the amount
Investigate fruits and vegetables you know very well and begin to take a closer look at ones you’ve never tried before. In this experiment, you
Chemical reactions can be a lot of fun! In this experiment, while it is not as big as some of the ones you can find
Discover the science behind an art project. When we use markers, as intended, we only see one color in the ink. Using a technique called
This activity explores the density of different fun sized candy bars. Can you figure out which is more dense? Have fun with this tasty science
Another experiment mixing art with science. During this chemical reaction, watch milk change from a liquid to a solid. You can use the product of
The fat content of milk is the reason this experiment works so well! Discover how soap interacts with fat molecules. In addition, you will be
In this experiment, you will be able to discover the unique nature of fingerprints. How many different fingerprints can you collect to observe? Share with
Did you know salt can affect the density of water? Practice careful scientific measurements to discover how different amounts of water and salt can change
In this experiment, you will discover how air molecules react to heat. Using a microwave and a bar of soap, you will be able to
If you take a look at a building, you will see that the architecture is made up of many shapes of all different sizes. Take
In this experiment, you will discover how bubbles in your beverage can interact with certain solids dropped inside. Before your experiment, write a comment below
All over your body, you have receptors that send information to your brain about the environment. One type of those receptors can tell your brain
Have you ever wondered about the shocking science behind static electricity? In this experiment, you will be adding electrons to a balloon to discover what
Have you ever wondered how fast your brain can send signals? In this experiment, you will be reacting to a signal sent to your brain
Groovy! You will be playing with a water and oil mixture to create a no-heat-needed- Lava Lamp! Make observations of the interactions of these two
Explore the outdoors and find a flower for this investigation. You will learn about the parts of a flower and why they are important. Share
Put your engineering skills to the test! In this experiment, you will be able to build, test, and rebuild a boat to find the design
Question How does your brain perceive your body in space? Materials You and a friend What to Do Tell your friend you
Question How does liquid flow through an egg? Materials 3 raw eggs 6 plastic cups or glass jars Food coloring Corn syrup Vinegar
Reading Science Center
645 Penn Street
Reading, PA 19601
Tuesday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
We validate parking in the Double Tree Convention Garage.