Process of Science

NEW! Curriculum Units combine videos and experiments into an organized curriculum.

The Process of Science

Video Title	Description	All terms
A Model of the Water Cycle	Make a scientific model of the water cycle.	Processes of Science, models
Igneous Sugar	Make rock candy to explore the difference between magma and lava.	models
Sunglass Science: Birefringence	This time we will explore things that are usually invisible, revealing new things about the world around us.	experiment
Water in a Glass, part 1	What really keeps the water inside this inverted glass?	critical thinking
What is Science?	The definition of science is not nearly as simple as you might think.	experiment, investigation, observation, Processes of Science, science/nonscience, testable, experiment/not experiment, opinion/fact, repetition, scientific method, critical thinking, control, variables
Paleo Cookies	Combine science and chocolate to learn about paleontology.	models
Pick a String	Pull downwards on the string, and use science to cause it to break either above or below the book.	critical thinking
Strengthening the Dollar	How can you make a dollar bill stronger? With science!	critical thinking
Coins Through a Hole	Put a coin through a hole that is smaller than the coin, without tearing the paper!	critical thinking
Measuring Lightning	Use the Flash-Bang method to measure how far away the bolt was, and how long it was.	measurement, science fair
Selective Smelling	How long can you smell something before the scent vanishes?	science fair
Noisy String	Learn about sound while annoying.. I mean amusing your friends.	science fair
Planets and Pennies	Try this easy way to visualize how gravity differs from planet to planet.	models
Measuring in Feet	Instead of measuring with a ruler, try measuring with your foot.	measurement, science fair
Bottle Tones, Part 2	The solution to the Bottle Tones video.	experiment, Processes of Science, scientific method, critical thinking, variables
Bottle Tones, part 1	How does mass relate to pitch?	experiment, observation, Processes of Science, scientific method, critical thinking, variables
Candles in a Jar, Part 2	The answer to the last video's challenge.	observation, Processes of Science
Candles in a Jar	Which will go out first, the tall candle or the short one?	observation, Processes of Science, scientific method
The Science of Pizza	Is the cheese on a pizza really hotter than the crust?	science fair, variables
The Right Answer	Sometimes the right answer is not the only answer.	observation, Processes of Science, experiment/not experiment, scientific method, critical thinking, science fair
Obedient Coin		critical thinking
The Compass and Magnetic Fields	Use the compass you constructed in Video 149 to explore magnetic fields, from electric wires to your kitchen cabinets.	science fair, variables
Floating Cups	Help figure out the science behind this simple trick.	experiment, investigation, observation, Processes of Science, experiment/not experiment, repetition, scientific method, critical thinking, measurement, control, variables
The Leyden Jar	Learn to construct a 25,000 volt Leyden Jar from materials found around the house. This dramatic, yet safe, demonstration is a	investigation, critical thinking, science fair, variables
Observation	Careful observation plays a large role in science. How skilled are you at observation?	observation, Processes of Science, opinion/fact
Cartesian Diver	Make a diver that will rise and fall at your command, if you know the science.	science fair
Strange Flame, part 1	Can you figure out why the flame moves backwards?	investigation, Processes of Science, critical thinking
Radioactive	What does it mean when we say that something is radioactive?	science fair
Illusions	Learn some of the science behind optical illusions.	observation
A Watched Pot	Who would think that there could be so much science in a pot of boiling water?	observation, Processes of Science, experiment/not experiment
Koffka Ring Illusion	An easy illusion to trick your brain.	observation, variables
Making Craters	Make your own craters, and compare them with photos of the real thing.	observation, Processes of Science, models, science fair
The Pool, the Boat, and the Anchor, part 2	The answer to video 111	investigation, observation, Processes of Science, critical thinking
The Pool, the Boat, and the Anchor	Do you really understand why things float and sink?	investigation, observation, Processes of Science, critical thinking
Two Coins	Instant science: An illusion to make two coins look like three.	observation
Osmosis	Explore a chemical process that keeps your cells going.	experiment, Processes of Science, variables
Wax and Wood, part 2	The answer to the challenge. Did you get it right?	investigation, observation, Processes of Science, critical thinking
Wax and Wood, part 1	We start by putting wood and wax into water, and watching them separate. The challenge is to get them to change places.	investigation, observation, Processes of Science, critical thinking
The Stroop Effect	How well does your brain work with two bits of information at the same time	science fair, variables
Taking a Marshmallow Apart	Take a marshmallow apart to see what it is made of.	investigation
Why Wet Things Won't Burn	What is it about water that keeps things from burning?	Processes of Science, science fair
The Hottest Part of the Flame?	What is the hottest part of a flame? It may not be where you think it is.	Processes of Science, scientific method
Science Fair Panic, part 4	What if things go WRONG?!?!.	observation, Processes of Science, scientific method, control, science fair, variables
Science Fair Panic, part 3	This time we talk about controlling variables.	observation, Processes of Science, opinion/fact, repetition, scientific method, control, science fair, variables
Science Fair Panic, part 2	This time we talk about research and forming a hypothesis.	experiment, Processes of Science, testable, repetition, scientific method, science fair
Science Fair Panic, part 1	Its time to start thinking about your Science Fair Project, but don't panic. Take a minute and set some goals.	experiment, Processes of Science, science fair
Chromatography	Can you tell which pen was used to write a message? Of course you can, if you know the science of chromatography.	science fair
Testing for Tannic Acid	A fun but smelly test to find tannins in your food.	science fair
The Science of Balance	Understanding center of gravity and base can make it easier to balance.	science fair
Light Speed Chocolate	Use chocolate and your microwave oven to measure the speed of light.	experiment, measurement, science fair
Microwave Chocolate	Combine science and chocolate to learn how a microwave oven works.	science fair
Air Space	How many cotton balls can you fit into a full glass of water?	observation, Processes of Science
Nature Watching	Are you a bird watcher or a bird spotter?	observation
Mystery of the Glassy Tube	How quickly can you figure it out?	Processes of Science, critical thinking
Mystery of the Golden Needles	Another Cabinet of Curiosities mystery.	Processes of Science, critical thinking
Identifying Minerals	Using simple tests such as luster, hardness, and cleavage/fracture, you can identify most common minerals.	measurement
What is a Mineral?	Forget "animal, vegetable, or mineral?" The scientific definiton of a mineral is much more specific.	measurement
Changing Colors, Part 2	A continuation of video 120. This time we will mix two clear liquids to form a white liquid. Then we mix that with the black l	measurement
Changing Colors, Part 1	Can you mix two clear liquids to produce a black liquid? Of course you can!	measurement
Hunting With an Umbrella	What strange creatures would you hunt with an umbrella?	observation, science fair
Curves Illusion	Which of these curved pieces of paper is longer?	observation
Sorting Salt and Pepper	Can you mix salt and pepper and then sort them out again? Of course you can!	scientific method, critical thinking
Blowing Out a Candle	It is amazing how much science is involved in the simple act of blowing out a candle.	scientific method
The Old Tablecloth Trick	Simple science behind a famous science trick.	Processes of Science, critical thinking, variables
Heating a Balloon	Can you really use a candle to heat water in a balloon without popping it?	critical thinking