Chinese New Year marks the start of the New Year based on the lunisolar calendar, which falls on the first new moon between ...

The invisible beaker is a classic science activity and a fantastic example of "science magic" that's sure to provide a wow ...

Did you know that the Earth is about 3 million miles closer to the sun in winter than in summer? This year (2026), Earth is ...

Have you ever wondered why and how storms are named? It may feel like a random process, but storm names follow a strict international system. Naming storms has been found to increase awareness and ...

It's freezing cold outside today, so we've been trying some indoor winter science activities. These crayon resist snowflake pictures have been a big hit, and they are very easy to create. Younger ...

Did you know that no two snowflakes are the same? Snowflakes all take slightly different paths to the ground as they form, which is why each is unique.

Have you ever wondered how balancing toys work? You can find out with this simple marshmallow balancing STEM challenge! It's a great activity for learning about gravity and centre of mass. Cut a small ...

This blubber experiment is a simple, easy way to demonstrate how animals ( not just polar bears ) stay warm in cold temperatures. There are some fun polar bear facts at the bottom of the page, too.