School is out for the summer, but the next few months are a great time to help your kids keep learning. Check out eMediaVA's "The Summer of Science" collection for videos and activities geared toward kids in grades K-12.
Explore the science behind some of your favorite summer activities. Discover the physics of sailing, the chemistry of campfires, the science of blowing bubbles, the mineral composition of sand, and the forces that allow humans to ride bicycles and roller coasters.
A few highlights include:
The Big Game (K-2)
Students use baseball and basketball to learn about addition and multiplication.
Fireworks | But Why Podcast & Learning Guide (K-5)
How are fireworks made? What are fireworks made of? How do they set off? Why are fireworks bright? Why are they loud?
How Science Explains Monster Waves | Physics Girl (6-12)
Rogue waves—enormous, spontaneous surface waves in the open ocean—were once the tall tales of sailors. What causes them?
The Physics of Sailing (6-12)
The act of sailing a sailboat may not be as clear-cut as you might think. In fact, sailing entails a very complex process. Find out what is behind the sail of a boat.
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