Kaleideum at Home: Why Is Mars Red?

Kaleideum at Home: Why Is Mars Red?

Have you ever wondered why Mars looks red? Find out on this episode of Kaleideum at Home where you will make your very own Martian soil with a few household items and watch as your sandy soil changes colors! Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun. It’s rocky surface...
Make a Homopolar Motor

Make a Homopolar Motor

In partnership with The Science of Winston-Salem, we are creating homopolar motors. Grab your batteries, turn your creativity on,  and make your own creation today! What You Need: AA batteries Copper wire Solid hookup wire Wire strippers Magnets The Science Behind It:...
The Reason For The Seasons!

The Reason For The Seasons!

What You Need: A light source Globe/large ball Small ball The Science Behind It:Did you know? Our Earth sits at a 23.5 degree tilt at all times! This means that at different times of the year, different parts of the world receive more direct light and heat from the...

Hot and Cold Water Experiment

Water is all around us in the ground, in the air, and even in our bodies! Even though it is so important in our lives, we do not often know a lot about it! For another fun experiment you can do at home, grab two pitchers of water, one cold and one hot, and examine the...
How to Make Your Own Sock Puppet!

How to Make Your Own Sock Puppet!

Put your spare socks to use with this fun craft! With just a few basic craft supplies, or improvised materials from around the house, you can have your very own sock puppet! Get crafting and start planning your puppet show! Things You’ll Need: Hot glue gun Sock...