Science Experiments for Kids

A food chain is a diagram that shows how energy is transferred from one living thing to another. Energy is transferred from the sun to plants, which use the light to produce energy through a process called photosynthesis. An animal then eats the ...

The UK is getting ready for a mini heatwave, so today I'm sharing some fun, cooling summer science experiments that are great for kids of all ages on a sunny day!

Sometimes, science experiments outside feel so much easier than making a mess inside. They are a great way to keep kids entertained during school holidays. A mini outdoor lab is easy to ...

The Bundibugyo virus is one of six known strains of Ebola. It was discovered in 2007 when an outbreak of hemorrhagic fever occurred in the Bundibugyo area of Western Uganda.

When people think of Ebola, they usually think of the Zaire strain, which is the deadliest known version and has a mortality rate of up to 90%! The Bundibugyo strain is still a nasty virus wit...

When checking what to pack for a holiday, you need to know whether the temperature is in Celsius or Fahrenheit. 40°F is winter coat weather, but 40 °C is a very hot day!

Celsius and Fahrenheit are both temperature scales, it's a bit like measuring the same thing with two rulers, but starting with one at 0 an...

Dandelions are so much more than an annoying weed. They can track the sun, turn into the puffballs we love to blow around, and survive year after year, all while providing a food source for pollinating insects. They are perfect for a spring science challenge as they are free and easily accessible.

My five dandelion science experiments are great for...