Investigating Energy: Keep it Cool Design Challenge
By Jason Cervenec, Education & Outreach Director, Byrd Polar and Climate Research Center Have you ever wondered about the science of thermal energy transfer? Especially, why putting on layers in winter keeps you warm, or how a cooler keeps your…
Making a Space for Makers
By Mark Light, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development, Hardin County Making things has been an American pastime since before the industrial revolution. Whether someone is a formal inventor or just a tinkerer, America is a nation of makers. Dale Dougherty,…
Marvelous Mammals
By Tracy Winters, OSU Extension Education, 4-H Youth Development, Gallia County Close your eyes and think of your favorite animal. Was it a mammal? Mammals are one of the most diverse animal classes in the world. They can be found…
10-Minute Science: Helpful Hydrogels
Hydrogels! Say what? Imagine you’re a scientist or even an engineer to explore the superabsorbent polymer. Click here to test it out and share your findings on social media using #Ohio4H. And…there’s more! Learn how hydrogels can be used by…
Laid Back Lava Lamp
By: Danielle Combs, an OSU Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development in Highland County Have you been looking for something new and exciting to do while at home? Laid Back Lava Lamps are a fun way to learn something while performing…
10-Minute Science: Lifting Water
Click here to see how many straws you can use to lift water during this week’s activity. Let us know how many straws you used and share a picture using #Ohio4H. For more 10-minute science activities visit: https://ohio4h.org/10-minute-science.
10-Minutes Science: Rockets Away
Have you ever imagined working for NASA or building your very own rocket? This one is sure to be a crowd-pleaser! Click here to create your own and share on social media using #Ohio4H. For more 10-minute science activities visit:…
10-Minute Science: Cartesian Ketchup Diver
Is it mind control or just a clever science trick? Find out and share on social media using #Ohio4H. For more 10-minute science activities visit: https://ohio4h.org/10-minute-science.
Recycling: Turning Paper into Petals
By: Cheryl Goodrich, OSU Extension Educator, Monroe County Reduce, Reuse, Recycle is a phrase that reminds us to think about our impact on the world around us. Recycling is important to the environment because it conserves natural resources, saves energy,…
10-Minute Science: Roller Coaster Challenge
Roller coasters are one of the most popular attractions at amusement parks. Here’s your chance to put your “creative hat” on. For more 10-minute science activities visit: https://ohio4h.org/10-minute-science.
