Video Tapes - Science Magic

Deane Hutton presents 15 favourite science experiments. Each one uses readily available materials. After each demonstration, Deane offers advice to teachers to ensure that the activities are presented effectively.

Contents

DEFYING GRAVITY: Air Pressure
OPTICAL ILLUSION: The Ames' Window
MAGIC DIVER: Floating & Sinking
FLAME FROM NOWHERE!: Making Oxygen
WATER INTO WINE: Acids, Bases & Indicators
LAZY COINS: Inertia Coin Tricks
EXPLODING COFFEE CAN: Making Carbon Dioxide
WATER ROCKET: Air Pressure & Jet Propulsion
MAGIC SALT: Melting & Re-freezing
JET CAR: Overcoming Friction
THE WALKING SPOOL: Forces & Friction
FLYING TEABAG: Hot Air & Convection Currents
NAIL ACROBATICS: Balance & Centre of Gravity
CHAIN REACTION: Mouse Traps & Ping Pong Balls
TORTOISE RACE: Paradoxes