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Science at Home

We at SISD love bringing science to life! We encourage our students to use the scientific inquiry process to create a question, conduct research, make a hypothesis, experiment, analyse the data, and to share the findings. We frequently conduct experiments in a laboratory with goggles, white lab coats, and gloves. But, that doesn't mean you need a science lab to conduct experiments! Find a few suggestions for at home science experiments below. This might be a great way to engage the whole family during down time over spring break. 

  • See who can create the best phone speakers! 
  • See who can make the best paper airplane - you can judge on who can fly the highest, furthest, or any other category!
  • Make your own rock candy - a fun and delicious experiment
  • Do an egg drop (maybe best as an outdoor activity)



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