freakyflygirl 0 #1 March 23, 2003 I'm in desperate need of some ideas for my 7 year olds science experiment!!!! The ideas I have are either taken or too "adult" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KawiZX900 0 #2 March 23, 2003 do the old clean lung/effect of smoking on the longs experiment Accelerate hard to get them looking, then slam on the fronts and rollright beside the car, hanging the back wheel at eye level for a few seconds. Guaranteed reaction- Dave Sonsky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveMonkey 0 #3 March 23, 2003 Can a hamster really fly a canopy? ____________________ Say no to subliminal messages Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #4 March 23, 2003 whats the effect of "using" adrennalin for along time. Why cant "adrenalin-junkies"just use the adrenalin the doc´s use? Or better:Why does my leg heal so slow Stay safe Stefan Faber Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miked10270 0 #5 March 23, 2003 Hi Trish, WHat about a shape Vs volume experiment? DIfferent shape containers, cubic, squat, tall & thin, rectangular, cylindrical, all of which despite their different shapes holding the same volume of coloured water! OK, it's actually a perception experiment, but I'm pretty sure that at 7 years old a child is right on the cusp of being able to understand shape as it affects volume. As such, your daughter simply transferring the coloured water from one container to another of a different shape will seem impossible to most of the class. Add the "Parlour-trick" bits to this, like "How do you get a quart into a pint pot?" take 3 identical containers (say, pint glasses), one empty, one full of water, one full of sawdust. show the empty one. confirm the other 2 are full. state you'll put the contents of BOTH the full ones into the empty one without spilling! Obviously sawdust first, then water SLOWLY so it can be absorbed by the sawdust. Then of course there's the one with the upside-down glass that doesn't spill water. Fill to the brim, card over the top to seal, and invert carefully. I'd sugest using a sheet of "plastic card" (get it from model shops). Add in a "siphoning" demo with a tube, and you can also siphon using cloth!, ideally cotton, which can soak up and siphon using the capilliary effect! Hope this helps, Mike. Taking the piss out of the FrenchAmericans since before it was fashionable. Prenait la pisse hors du FrançaisCanadiens méridionaux puisqu'avant lui à la mode. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #6 March 23, 2003 How about: Can a goldfish survive a 'tornado' in a blender?__________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
helicam 0 #7 March 23, 2003 How about something on volcanos.......you could build up the mountain in cross section and then use a tube connected to one of those soda machines to blow bits of paper and cork out...or use I think its called ammonium dichromate...when you light it, it makes rolling ash like a real volcano!! I am ready to meet my Maker. Whether my Maker is prepared for the great ordeal of meeting me is another matter Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Islandcool 0 #8 March 23, 2003 Foods that effect the skydiver's gastrointestinal system. I'm sure you could fins test subjects.Ed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpy 0 #9 March 23, 2003 Quote How about something on volcanos.......you could build up the mountain in cross section and then use a tube connected to one of those soda machines to blow bits of paper and cork out...or use I think its called ammonium dichromate...when you light it, it makes rolling ash like a real volcano!! actually the best way to do this is to make a plaster of paris volcano. Now with a tin you make a 'well' inside and put in some vinegar that has been died red. When your ready add some bi-carb soda and tada!! Same principal can be used for other fun things that go bang but blowing up your classroom will most likely not get your son/daughter any brownie points...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #10 March 23, 2003 Go here: http://www.fatlion.com/science/ They've got some good ideas.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #11 March 23, 2003 Yeah, but don't forget what happened on The Brady Bunch when Bobby's volcano exploded. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,446 #12 March 23, 2003 One that was great locally was "can you really make cookies with the cookie dough in Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream?" It was listed as consumer science. I think the student in this case tried 2 different brands to see which made hte better cookies. Another is "which band-aid works teh best?" using different brands on the shins of active kids. Works better when they're wearing shorts, of course. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpy 0 #13 March 24, 2003 Quote Yeah, but don't forget what happened on The Brady Bunch when Bobby's volcano exploded. Wasn't Bobby the youngest? his 'volcano' should have never exploded... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,027 #14 March 24, 2003 Quote I'm in desperate need of some ideas for my 7 year olds science experiment!!!! The ideas I have are either taken or too "adult" Measure how long different brands of battery run a flashlight, and do a cost comparison to find best value for money.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #15 March 24, 2003 How about the Coke vs Pepsi one where classmates taste and chose their favorite. Or the which carpet cleaner works best. This one can be expanded later on for the best value for your money. Or which paper towel is stronger. Use nickels to measure the strength. A frame can be made to hold them using clothes pins and a cardboard box. I have thousands of ideas in my science material so send a pm if you need more. Lisa -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakyflygirl 0 #16 March 25, 2003 Thanks everyone for your suggestions, but I think I'll stay away from anything that can catch fire or blow up... hahah. Lots of great ideas though! Hang in there FAber, I"m not sure what you did to your leg, but trust me it will eventually heal. Mine took over a year to get "straightened" out. Thanks again everyone! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #17 March 25, 2003 clone your cat. Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #18 March 25, 2003 Quoteclone your cat. Hey now, not everyone goes to Texas A&M University.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
