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Xploration DIY Sci: Gimmicks and Gadgets

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In "Xploration DIY Sci: Gimmicks and Gadgets," Steve Spangler invites school-aged children into his creative science workshop to explore the wonders of DIY science. The video showcases fun experiments and explores educational concepts like fluid dynamics, air pressure, and chemistry. Viewers learn how to create amazing science tricks that look like magic, including the balloon-in-a-bottle experiment, hydrophobic sand demonstrations, and optical illusions. These projects are designed to inspire scientific curiosity and encourage hands-on learning by utilizing everyday materials. The engaging presentation aims to excite young minds by blending scientific concepts with entertaining experiments, fostering both education and interest in science projects. The video is a valuable resource for students and educators looking to explore fundamental scientific principles through interactive and exciting activities.

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Runtime: 22 minutes 8 seconds

Science-themed birthday cake in the foreground is decorated with a tipped-over beaker oozing green slime icing that drips over the sides. The cake is labeled “DIY SCI.” Colorful confetti falls in the background.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 1
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
From above, we see two glass bowls with candy, next to two glasses of water. A box of M&Ms sits nearby.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 2
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Close-up of the sign in front of a museum that reads, “The Franklin Institute Science Museum." A smaller sign below reads, “Education and Conference Center Entrance.”
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 3
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
From above, we see a saucepan filled with green liquid and a wooden spoon. A box of food coloring sits nearby.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 4
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
From above, a person handles a bag of ice with gloved hands. Nearby is a plate with a wedge of ice and another plate full of ice chips.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 5
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
We see a child’s toy set with six test tubes, each filled with clear liquid and colorful bubbles.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 7
22 minutes 7 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
In the foreground, we see a glass of water and two tall beakers: one with clear fluid that foams toward the top and another with blue liquid. A woman stands by, smiling with safety glasses on.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 8
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
In the foreground, a person holds up a yellow water balloon with a large skewer through it. A student watches with awe in the background.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 4 / Ep 9
22 minutes 6 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
From above, we see four people looking up towards a floating parachute as a camera operator kneels in the background.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 5 / Ep 4
22 minutes 11 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Person stretches out a giant glob of clear sparkly slime, as it oozes through their fingers.
Xploration DIY Sci
Season 3 / Ep 4
22 minutes 15 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 9