We made some fun draw bots and moving bots this week at Figment summer camp. It was a great activity to show the kids how vibration creates movement. What you need: Regular sized pool noodles (Can be found at Dollar Tree during summer season for $1 each.) Electric generic […]
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DIY Lava Lamps -Figment Creative Labs
Today at Figment summer camp we made DIY Lava Lamps. It was a super easy and fun activity, that teaches kids about molecules and density, in a pretty fantastic way. Here is a quick How To! -Please note that this has been edited. We realized after the lesson that more […]
Patriotic Playdough Math / Art Activity
With Memorial Day coming up, I thought we should do a little American flag math / art activity at Figment to teach the kids about patriotism. (Since Memorial Day means more than just flash sales.) I often like to start out with a book for inspiration when introducing a project […]
Simple Science Experiment- It’s guaranteed to be a BLAST!
Want to explore a scientific reaction that ends with a BANG? Try this simple experiment. What you need: A gallon plastic bag (I recommend the kind with a slider.) Clear packing tape (Just to be safe.) White Vinegar Baking Soda Food Coloring Clothes Pin safety goggles What to do: Put a […]