Calling all budding scientists! Are you ready to turn your home into a laboratory?
Not only can you take part in science activities at our free Science Club sessions in the library, but we can also help you with science at home!
With our online science club videos, you can set up science experiments at home, using simple equipment and supplies that you probably already have in the house.
Our newest video — dropping just in time for Science Week — is all about Optical Illusions. An optical illusion tricks your eyes and your brain into seeing something different from what is really there.
Next, travel back in time and space and view our cluster of other science club videos on topics as exciting as building a kaleidoscope or a mini helicopter, having lots of fun with colour, discovering star constellations, and learning about sound and vibrations.
Recommended reads
Why not check out some of the cool science and experiment books that you can borrow from the library?
Steve Spangler's super-cool science experiments for kids! by Steve Spangler, 2021
Inside you'll find dozens of projects that generate mind-blowing results. Experiments range from super simple for beginners to more advanced for those die-hard science fanatics! Reveal some of the mysteries of the universe with a bang, fizz, pop, or all-out explosion of colour!
Slimy science and awesome experiments by Susan Martineau, 2019
Amaze your friends with slime! Make some disgusting ectoplasmic gunk or create your own volcanic eruption. Trick your friends with the incredible rubber egg, and revolt your family with a pus-filled boil. Slimy science is freaky, fascinating and fun!
Astonishing atoms and matter mayhem by Colin Stuart, 2020
Build a model atom with marshmallows, pick up an ice cube without touching it, create your own compass and make your own volcano! These are just some of the fun, at-home activities featured in this book. Bite-size factoids explain the scientific theories and principles behind them.
Biology for kids: science experiments and activities inspired by awesome biologists, past and present by Liz Lee Heinecke, 2021
This book shares the stories of 25 scientists, famous for their work in biology. Each story comes with an illustrated step-by-step experiment. Learn about osmosis using eggs or make your own agar plates for growing bacteria and fungi.
Australian backyard earth scientist by Peter Macinnis, 2019
This book is about volcanoes and earthquakes, rocks and fossils, erosion, and the oceans. It is full of fantastic photos and fascinating information that explains earth science. There are experiments for you to do at home such as making your own fossils, collecting cloud types, and using tree rings to find out about past weather.
Outdoor maker lab: exciting experiments for budding scientists by Robert Winston, 2018
This fun, fact-filled book is brimming with exciting outdoor experiments. Construct a water rocket and blast it skywards to learn about air pressure, or blow giant, long-lasting bubbles to reveal how surface tension works. Make a wormery and observe worms tunnelling, then build a diamond kite and discover the key to aerodynamics.
Fun science experiments with cookery by Claudia Martin, 2022
Have fun with science by trying these exciting, surprising experiments. Learn about the science behind baking, fizzing and mixing. Turn a flowing liquid into a crunchy solid. Create chemical reactions to transform your ingredients. Feed friendly bacteria! Add your own twist to all the experiments, and then decorate your delicious creations.
Edible slime by Louise Nelson, 2020
Make the goopiest gloop and the squishiest slime, then get stuck into some sticky science and extra-slimy experiments! Learn about the chemistry that turns some tasty foods into gooey goodness called edible slime. Find out how to make observations and record your findings — just like a real scientist.