All Observing and measuring articles – Page 8
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ResourceThermochromic materials
A hidden use of chemistry in everyday life includes thermochromic materials that change colour when exposed to heat or cold
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Class experimentCrystal chemistry
A fun experiment to grow your own crystals using everyday items in your learning space, great to get learners interacting with science
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Class experimentCrime scene chromatography
Using three different black pens, learners can put their scientific curiosity to use and explore chromatography
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ResourceMagic sand
Putting the magic in magic sand this resource explores hydrophobic substances and how they work
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Class experimentChemistry in your shopping basket
Demonstrate the diversity of chemistry in our day-to-day lives with this collection of experiments. Includes kit list and safety instructions for five practicals
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ResourceBeat the flood challenge
Links to Practical Action’s beat the flood challenge, including the teacher and student materials, beat the flood poster, competition winners and schools’ experiences of the challenge. Video: Beat the flood
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ResourceHand warmers
Use these student activities and teacher guide to investigate reusable and disposable hand warmers. You will compare reusable variants made with sodium acetate vs disposable handwarmers. You can also try making your own hand warmers. These activities may work well as a project on class topics like ‘winter’ or ‘body ...
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Class experimentColour chemistry
A variety of experiments that explore colour changing, so learners can experience a comprehensive look into the brighter side of chemistry
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ResourceBenham top
In this experiment, students record what is seen when a Benham top spins at different speeds, comparing their perceptions with those of group members.
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ResourceMaking a water magnifier
In this practical, students experiment with magnification by placing water drops on top of lettering.
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ResourceThe 2011 International Year of Chemistry Experiment
Worksheets and data from the 2011 mass participation experiment. Measure the acidity (pH) and salinity of your local water.
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ResourceSpace: science ideas webs
A web of suggested ideas for linking science with the topic space. You can learn history and science together with activities for different age groups.
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ResourceThe Victorians: science ideas webs
A web of suggested ideas for linking science with the topic the Victorians. You can learn history and science together with activities for different age groups.
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ResourceMaya and Aztecs: science ideas webs
A web of suggested ideas for linking science with the topic the Maya and Aztecs. You can learn history and science together with activities for different age groups.
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ResourceThe Romans: science ideas webs
A web of suggested ideas for linking science with the topic the Romans. You can learn history and science together with activities for different age groups.
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ResourceThe Tudors: science ideas webs
A web of suggested ideas for linking science with the topic the Tudors. You can learn history and science together with activities for different age groups.
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ResourceThe Vikings: science ideas webs
A web of suggested ideas for linking science with the topic the Vikings. You can learn history and science together with activities for different age groups.
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ResourceThe golden age of Islamic science: science ideas webs
A web of suggested ideas for linking science with the topic the golden age of Islamic science. You can learn history and science together with activities for different age groups.
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ResourceWorld War II: science ideas webs
A web of suggested ideas for linking science with the topic World War II. You can learn history and science together with activities for different age groups.