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FlowWorks is STILL Frozen
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Yeah, not much surprise given it was still below freezing all last night. Here are some photos from today. Enjoy and stay warm!
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FlowWorks is Frozen!
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Well, it dropped down to around 22°F last night and FlowWorks froze over. Enjoy the photos!
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Rubber Bones
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Dem Bones, Dem Bones, Dem Dry Bones! But how do bones grow?
The things we typically thing of as "bones" - the hard, white parts - don't typically grow. They've already ... more»
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Static Shock!
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The one thing that really bugs me in the winter? Not so much the cold, but always getting that little "ZAP" when I get out of the car. So why ... more»
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Good Vibrations
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Just like the classic Beach Boys song, we're focusing our attention on sound. Nothing fancy, just sound. How do we hear sound? Simple - vibrations!
Sound is created when something vibrates. ... more»
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Levity Through Tension
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In moderation, practical jokes can be quite fun. They're even better when science gets involved! In this case, I use surface tension to create a "dribble bottle." Hee hee - ... more»
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Homemade Laser Show
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Laser shows are pretty cool, but we don't often do them at the Children's Museum of Houston. However, you can make one yourself at home!
WARNING: Lasers, even the keychain ones you ... more»
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ABC Toy Dissection
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We all know what happens right after kids get their presents - THEY BREAK THEM! But, this wanton destructive streak is a great opportunity to explore how things work. Personally, ... more»
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Molecular Gastronomy
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Don't let the name freak you out - Molecular Gastronomy is just the scientific exploration of food preparation. It isn't just about cooking, but using science to create some fairly ... more»
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Strategic Thinking
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We have a great game in our Cyberchase: The Chase Is On! exhibit at the Children's Museum of Houston call Dragon Dilemma. It is based on an actual episode from ... more»
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