Need some new ideas for teaching science in the classroom?

Or just want some fun activities to try at home?

Either way, you’ve come to the right place!

Here you’ll find foolproof instructions for all the activities contained in the Little Book of Experiments and many others too. They’ve been selected to impress, entertain and educate kids (and adults) of all ages.

And it’s not just about quantity – these activities are quality. Many have never been seen in print before… prepare to be amazed!


Teachers
Search our database for engaging experiments, dramatic demonstrations and inspiring investigations to carry out with your class.
Parents
Select from over fifty fascinating scientific diversions designed to entertain and educate your children at home.

We've had lots of requests from teachers who want their own copy of the book, so here it is in PDF form for you to print out. Do laminate the cover for extra longevity!



Front Cover (228k)
Back Cover (160k)
Full Booklet Pages 1-64 (1.5mb)
Booklet Part 1 Pages 1-31 (896k)
Booklet Part 2 Pages 32 -64 (760k)
And now there are 31 new experiments to print out and enjoy...
New Epxeriments Part 1 Pages 1-34 (1.1mb)
New Epxeriments Part 2 Pages 35-68 (1.3mb)
All New Experiments (2.4mb)
Remember to keep health and safety in mind at all times when trying these experiments.

Follow the instructions carefully and take into account all possible safety considerations.

If these experiments are being carried out at home, adults should be aware of what is going on. In addition, some experiments require direct adult supervision.

The experiments should not be carried out on the dining table! The kitchen or an old table in the garage would be best.

If you need to wait for a few days or longer to get results, leave the experiments somewhere safe, where they aren’t a danger for younger children and they can’t be knocked over, tidied away or interfered with.

Be aware of basic first aid, e.g. for heat burns, hold under cold running water until the area no longer feels hot (which might take 20 minutes), if you get chemicals in the eye, rinse with running water for at least 10 minutes.

If you're a teacher, you should be familiar with the 'Be Safe' booklet. If you don't have a copy, you can buy one from ASE booksales here: http://www.ase.org.uk

The CLEAPSS School Service http://www.cleapss.org.uk will be able to help with any other safety concerns you have.
Edited by:
Sophie Duncan, Alice Bell and Sam Nimmo.

Design by:
Julie Martin Ltd.

Illustrations by:
Tony Wilkins - Illustration and Design.

Cartoon illustrations by:
Richard Duszczak - Cartoon Studio.

Original Little Book published by:
Hodder & Stoughton Educational
(a division of Hodder Headline plc.)

Supported by:
The AstraZeneca Science Teaching Trust.