Jerry At Ays

LATEST ARTICLES ( 15 )

• Feynman’s Father

  This clip of Richard Feynman discussing inertia is notable for two reasons. First, he explains inertia in a wonderfully clear manner. But, even better to me,... Read more

  Posted on 22 June 2011 PHYSICS, SCIENCE

• Squawker Cup

  

  Making science fun for your young scientist is always a bonus! This is a quick and easy-to-make project that will make their eyes go wide. All you need is a... Read more

  Posted on 06 April 2011 FAMILY, PHYSICS, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• How Magnets Are Made

  Ever wonder how magnets are made? This is an excellent clip of how they do it. How-to videos are valuable for showing us that a lot of thought, imagination,... Read more

  Posted on 21 March 2011 CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS, SCIENCE

• Static Flash

  

  This is a good project to try in the winter when the air is dry. It’s another way to use static electricity to make light flash in your hands. Simple to do,... Read more

  Posted on 09 March 2011 CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS, SCIENCE

• Beautiful Saturn

  This is an amazing video created from individual still photos taken by the Cassini spacecraft on its journey to explore Saturn and its moons. If you’re able,... Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2011 ASTRONOMY, PHYSICS, SCIENCE

• Ghostly After-Image Effect

  

  No, there aren’t any ghosts!  But this does look kind of spooky. Would you like to see things when it’s totally dark?  This strange trick for your eyes only... Read more

  Posted on 03 March 2011 FAMILY, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• Paper Folding Trick

  

  There’s an old gag that challenges someone to fold a dollar bill in half eight times. If they can do it, they get to keep it. The trick is that it gets so thick... Read more

  Posted on 01 March 2011 FAMILY, PHYSICS, RANDOM, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• Clouds Come and Go

  It’s always interesting to see things from different points of… time. Things that normally happen slowly can reveal surprises when sped up. Read more

  Posted on 21 February 2011 ASTRONOMY, BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, FAMILY, PHYSICS, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• Slow-Mo Popcorn

  

  It’s always cool when things that happen quickly are slowed down. Each kernel of popcorn has a little water in it. Enough heat turns the water to steam, which... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2011 CHEMISTRY, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• Bendy Water

  Here’s a science experiment you can do in your own kitchen! All you need is a plastic comb. Go to the sink and turn on the water. Adjust it to a thin stream.... Read more

  Posted on 14 February 2011 BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, FAMILY, PHYSICS, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• Marvelous Magnets

  

  This is a two-part project.  First, you need to gather what you need for the second part! You’ll  need a strong magnet.  If you don’t have one, a trip to the... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2011 FAMILY, PHYSICS, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• A True Young Scientist

  I’m sure this is making the rounds but it really fits right here on this site! www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPubhxZXC9g As I say, encourage your young scientist... Read more

  Posted on 08 October 2010 ASTRONOMY, BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, FAMILY, PHYSICS, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• One Way to See Sound

  This very interesting experiment used a plastic cup of water sitting on the cone of a speaker. As the frequency (pitch) of the sound was changed, waves and... Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2010 ASTRONOMY, BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, FAMILY, PHYSICS, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• The Bathtub Bomb

  

  Here’s a fun little experiment to try on a dreary day! All you need is a plastic zip-lock bag, some vinegar, and a little baking soda. You may remember that... Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2010 ASTRONOMY, BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, FAMILY, PHYSICS, SCHOOLING, SCIENCE

• The Comb of Science

  

  You don’t need expensive equipment to do a science experiment! You can do one with an ordinary plastic comb. Tear a small scrap of tissue paper into little... Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2010 CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS, SCIENCE