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Father's Day Fizztastic Experiment: Water Balloon Strength Test!

6/15/2025

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Introduction:
Fathers are strong, protective, and always ready to catch us when we fall—just like our Heavenly Father! But have you ever wondered just how strong something soft and flexible—like a water balloon—can be? 💧🎈

In today’s
fizz-tastic experiment, we’ll put water balloons to the test! Can they handle pressure without bursting? This reminds me of Isaiah 41:10 (NLT):
"Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand."

Just like our dads (and God!) are strong enough to carry our worries, we’re going to see how strong a water balloon can be before it pops! Let’s get started! 🎉


Fizzlebop Supply List:
✅ Water balloons (fill at least 5)
✅ A large bowl or bucket (for any splashes!)
✅ A sturdy plastic cup
✅ Coins, small rocks, or other small weights
✅ Towel (because, you know... water balloons! 💦)



​The Experiment:
1️⃣ Fill your water balloon with water—just enough to be firm but not stretched to its limit. Tie it securely.
2️⃣ Place the water balloon inside the bowl or bucket to keep it steady.
3️⃣ Balance the plastic cup on top of the balloon.



Fizz Tip: You may have to use your hand to keep the cup steady, but don’t help support the weight of the cones. 

4️⃣ Start adding weight! Slowly place coins, rocks, or other small objects into the cup.
5️⃣ Keep adding weight until... SPLASH! The balloon pops! 💥
6️⃣ Record your results. How much weight did it hold before bursting? Try again with more or less water in the balloon. Does that change the results?



“Dr. Fizzlebop, What’s Happening?”
Water balloons may seem delicate, but water molecules inside them create surface tension, which helps distribute weight evenly. The fuller the balloon, the tighter the rubber stretches—making it less flexible and more likely to pop. But when the balloon isn’t overfilled, it can stretch and absorb more weight before bursting!
This is a lot like strength in life. When we carry too much on our own, we might feel like we’ll burst under pressure. But when we rely on God and those who support us—like our dads—we can handle so much more!


Devotional Thought:
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Fathers are strong protectors, but even they have limits—just like our water balloons! The good news? God’s strength never runs out! He’s always ready to help, guide, and carry us through anything.
On this Father’s Day, take time to thank the fathers, grandfathers, and father-figures in your life. And remember that your Heavenly Father loves you with a never-ending strength that will never fail! 💪✨


Collecting Your Family’s Data:
🔍 How much weight did your water balloon hold?
💦 Did different amounts of water make a difference?
🎈 Did some balloons last longer than others? Why?
💙 How does this remind you of your dad’s strength and God’s strength?



Prayer Time:
Dear God,
Thank You for the fathers and father figures in our lives who love, guide, and protect us. Help us remember that Your strength is even greater, and You are always there to carry us when life feels too heavy. Bless our dads today and remind them how much they are appreciated! Amen.



Happy Father’s Day! 💙🎈 Looking for more faith-filled, fizz-tastic experiments? Check out Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop for more hands-on fun that connects science and faith! 🚀🔬✨
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Newton's Fizztastic Rocket Experiment

5/24/2025

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Introduction:
3...2...1...FIZZ! 🚀 Have you ever wanted to launch your own rocket? Well, today’s experiment will have you blasting off using the power of bubbles and fizz! Real rockets use powerful forces to push them skyward, and we’ll be using a simple chemical reaction to create our own lift-off!
But did you know that in the Bible, we’re also called to launch something? Romans 1:16 (NLT) says, “For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes.” Just like our rocket needs power to launch, God’s message of love and salvation has the power to change lives! Let’s get ready for some fizztastic learning!
Now, let’s gather our supplies!
Safety Warning: High pressure projectile. Anyone watching the launch should stand clear. Anyone observing the experiment should wear safety glasses.
Fizzlebop Supply List:
  • 1 empty 16.9 oz (500 ml) plastic bottle
  • 1 cork (fits snugly in the bottle’s opening)
  • 1 small square of paper towel
  • 1 tablespoon (14 g) baking soda
  • 4 oz (118 ml) vinegar
  • 3 straws
  • Packing tape
  • Safety goggles
The Experiment:
  1. Tape one end of the straws to the lower section of the outside of the bottle to create three legs. These will keep the bottle opening suspended upside-down in the air.
  2. Flip the bottle right-side up and pour in 4 oz (118 ml) of vinegar.
  3. Scoop the baking soda onto the paper towel and fold it into a small packet. This slows down the reaction, giving us time to set up the rocket.
  4. Take the rocket and baking soda package outside to a solid launchpad, like a driveway or sidewalk. 
Fizz Tip: Check your surroundings and make sure nothing breakable is nearby! 
Safety Warning: Anyone watching the launch should stand clear.
  1. While wearing safety goggles, drop the baking soda packet into the bottle and quickly seal it with the cork.
  2. Stand the bottle upside-down on the straws and move back quickly.
  3. Watch as your rocket takes off!
Dr. Fizzlebop, What’s Happening? Did you see the fizz? The baking soda and vinegar created a gas called carbon dioxide. This gas built up pressure inside the sealed bottle. When the pressure became too great, it forced the cork out, causing the bottle to launch into the air! This is Newton’s Third Law of Motion in action: every action has an equal and opposite reaction. The gas shot downward, and the rocket launched upward with force!
Devotional:
Wow, that was fizztastic! Your rocket launched because of the powerful reaction inside the bottle. Without that power, it would have just sat there, going nowhere.
In the same way, our faith is powerful when we share it! God’s truth isn’t meant to be hidden—it’s meant to go out and reach others. Romans 1:16 reminds us that the Gospel is God’s power to save people. When we’re excited about Jesus, we can boldly share His love with others—just like that rocket bursting into the sky!
Sometimes, we might feel nervous or unsure about sharing our faith. What if people don’t listen? What if we don’t have all the answers? But here’s the fizztastic truth—just like our rocket had everything it needed to launch, God gives us everything we need to share His love!
So, the next time you feel shy about talking about Jesus, remember this experiment! God’s power is behind you, giving you the boldness to share His Good News with the world! 🌎🚀
Collecting Your Family’s Data:
  • 🚀 How high did your rocket go?
  • ⏳ How long did it take for the pressure to build up and launch?
  • 🔍 What happens when you change the amount of baking soda or vinegar?
  • 💡 How does this experiment remind you of the power of the Gospel?
Prayer Time:
Dear God, Thank You for giving us the powerful Good News of Jesus! Just like our rocket launched into the sky, help us boldly share Your love with others. Give us courage when we feel shy and remind us that You are always with us. Thank You for filling us with Your power to tell others about You. We love You! Amen.
Ready for More Fizztastic Fun? Keep the learning (and fizzing) going! Check out Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop for more amazing experiments that connect faith and science in fun and fizztastic ways! 🚀✨

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Fizzing Floral Bouquet Experiment

5/10/2025

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Fizzlebop Supply List:
  • Fresh flowers (carnations, daisies, or mom’s favorite!)
  • Vase or clear glass jar
  • Baking soda (2 tablespoons)
  • Vinegar (½ cup)
  • Food coloring (optional, for a fizztastic color burst!)
  • Spoon
  • Water
  • Pie pan or cookie sheet
  • A heartfelt note for Mom 💖
The Experiment:
  1. Fill the vase halfway with water and stir in a few drops of food coloring.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda and stir well.
  3. Carefully arrange the flowers in the vase.
  4. Set the vase on a cookie sheet or in a pie pan.
  5. When it’s time for a grand surprise, slowly pour in the vinegar.
  6. Watch as fizzy bubbles rise, creating a bubbling bouquet of appreciation! 🌸💨

Dr. Fizzlebop, What’s Happening? When vinegar and baking soda mix, they create carbon dioxide gas, forming those fun fizzy bubbles! The reaction is safe for flowers and adds an extra special effect to Mom’s bouquet—just like she adds extra sparkle to life!

Devotional: A Mother’s Love 💖
Mothers are a special gift from God! They care for us, guide us, and love us with all their hearts. In Proverbs 31:26-27 (NLT), the Bible says, "When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness. She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness."
Just like our experiment shows how love and care can grow something beautiful, a mother’s love nurtures us every day. God designed moms to be strong, loving, and full of wisdom to help us grow. This Mother’s Day, let’s celebrate the amazing women God has placed in our lives—moms, grandmothers, and mother figures—who reflect His love in the most wonderful ways!
How can you show your mom love today? 💐❤️


Collecting Your Family’s Data: 
🔬 How long did the fizz last? 
💡 What colors did you use for the bouquet? 
🌷 How did Mom react to the bubbling surprise?


Prayer Time: 
Dear God, Thank You for the amazing gift of moms! Just like our fizzing bouquet, they bring joy, love, and beauty into our lives. Help us show kindness and appreciation to them not just today, but every day. Bless all the moms and motherly figures who care for us so well. Amen.
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Color-Changing Flower Fun! May Day Experiment

5/5/2025

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Fizzlebop Supply List:
🌸 White flowers (carnations, daisies, or roses)
💧 Glasses or jars filled with water
🎨 Food coloring (any color you like!)
✂️ Scissors


The Experiment:
1️⃣ Trim the stems of your white flowers.
2️⃣ Fill each glass with water and a few drops of food coloring (the more drops, the stronger the color!).
3️⃣ Place a flower in each glass and observe over the next few hours!
4️⃣ Watch as the petals slowly change color! 🌈


“Dr. Fizzlebop, What’s Happening?”
Plants drink water through their stems, pulling it up like a straw! The colored water travels to the petals, showing how plants absorb nutrients. It’s just like how we soak up God’s love and share it with the world! ❤️

Devotional:
📖 May Day & Our Faith 🌿Just like flowers grow and bloom, God wants us to grow in our faith and spread His love. Colossians 2:7 (NLT) says,
"Let your roots grow down into Him, and let your lives be built on Him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness."

As we celebrate May Day and the beauty of God’s creation, let’s remember to share kindness, encouragement, and God’s love with those around us—just like spreading sunshine on a spring day! 🌞

Collecting Your Family’s Data:
🔍 What colors did your flowers turn?
🌿 How long did it take for the petals to change?
🧐 What do you think would happen if you mixed two food coloring colors together?


Prayer Time:
Dear God,
Thank You for the beauty of spring and the reminder that You make all things new! Help us grow strong in our faith, just like the flowers You created. May we spread Your love to others and bring joy wherever we go. Thank You for Your goodness!
Amen. 🌼✨


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Easter Experiment: Eggshell Geodes - Making Something Beautiful from Brokenness

4/20/2025

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Introduction:
Welcome to the lab! We’ve got an eggcellent eggsperiment today. Did I say “eggcellent eggsperiment”? I meant excellent experiment! I’ve got eggs on my mind because today we are going to be using those intriguing white ovoids.
Eggs are quite fragile, and you probably know that it’s essential to be careful when handling them. In this experiment, however, we will be breaking a few shells and then taking what is broken and making something beautiful: eggshell geodes! Geodes are rocks with colorful minerals inside. These neato rocks are not only colorful but unique in how they develop. Let’s get cracking!

Safety Warning: 
This experiment requires boiling water. Have an adult do this experiment with you. Safety first!

Fizzlebop Supply List:
🧪 A saucepan
💧 2 cups (480 mL) water
🥚 Eggs (one for each geode you plan to make)
🔥 Hot water
📦 An empty egg carton
🥄 A spoon
📏 A heatproof measuring container
🧂 2 cups (500g) sea salt or sugar
🎨 Food coloring (your favorite colors!)


The Experiment:
1️⃣ Boil the Water: Heat 2 cups (480 mL) of water in a saucepan.
2️⃣ Crack the Eggs: Carefully crack eggs as close to the narrow end as possible. The more eggshell we have, the larger our geode will be. Fizz Tip: Save the yolks and whites for some delicious scrambled eggs! 🍳
3️⃣ Clean the Shells: Remove the membrane lining inside the shell using warm water and your fingers. Be gentle to avoid breaking the shell further.
4️⃣ Set Up the Shells: Place the cleaned shells in the egg carton with the open side facing up.
5️⃣ Dissolve the Solid: Carefully pour the boiling water into a heatproof measuring container. Add ½ cup (125g) of salt or sugar to the hot water and stir until dissolved.
6️⃣ Create a Saturated Solution: Keep adding small amounts of the solid until no more dissolves. This is called saturation.
7️⃣ Add Some Color: Stir in your food coloring. If making multiple colors, divide the solution into separate containers first.
8️⃣ Fill the Eggshells: Pour the colored solution into the eggshells, filling them as much as possible without overflowing.
9️⃣ Wait and Observe: Find a safe place for your geodes to sit undisturbed. Over the next few days, the water will evaporate, leaving behind beautiful crystals!


Dr. Fizzlebop, What’s Happening?
As the days pass, the water in the solution evaporates into the air. Since salt and sugar cannot evaporate, they are left behind, forming dazzling crystals on the eggshell walls! This mimics how real geodes form in nature when minerals slowly build up inside hollow rocks. Wasn’t that egg-citing?

Collecting Your Family’s Data:
🔍 Analyze and describe your eggshell geodes. What do you see (color, texture, shapes)?
⏳ How long did it take for the crystals to form?
💡 How does this experiment remind you of taking something broken and making it beautiful?


Devotional Thought:
Beauty from Brokenness
Just like we took broken eggshells and turned them into something beautiful, God does the same with our lives! Sometimes, we go through tough situations that make us feel broken. But in Isaiah 61:3 (NLT), God promises to give us "a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning."

When things don’t go as planned, we can trust that God is at work, turning our brokenness into something even more beautiful than before. Just like these eggshell geodes, He can transform our hearts and bring His light into our lives!

Prayer Time:
Dear God,
Thank You for showing us how You create beauty from brokenness. Help us to trust You when things don’t go the way we expect. Just like our eggshell geodes, remind us that You are always working to make something wonderful out of every situation. We love You! Amen. 🙏



Share Your Geodes!
We’d love to see your egg-citing results! Post your pictures online and tag us @Fizzleboplabs with #Fizzlebop so we can celebrate your fizztastic geodes together! 🎉🥚💎

​Ready for more experiments that combine
faith and science? Check out Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop for more fizztastic fun!
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Fizztastic St. Patrick’s Day Slime: Shamrock Slime! ☘️

3/17/2025

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Get ready for a slime-tastic St. Patrick’s Day experiment! Today, we’re making a green slime that glitters like a leprechaun’s cauldron! This experiment is a fun way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day while exploring polymers and chemical reactions. Plus, we’ll discover how God transformed St. Patrick’s life and how He can work through us, too!


Fizzlebop Supply List:
  • ½ cup (120 mL) clear school glue
  • ½ cup (120 mL) warm water
  • ½ tsp (2.5 g) baking soda
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) saline solution (contact lens solution with boric acid)
  • 1 tbsp (15 g) baking soda
  • Green food coloring
  • Gold glitter (for some pot of gold fun!✨)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small cup

The Experiment:
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glue and warm water. Stir well.
  2. Add a few drops of green food coloring and gold glitter for that extra leprechaun sparkle! ✨
  3. Stir in ½ tsp of baking soda—this helps the slime form.
  4. Slowly mix in 1 tbsp of saline solution, stirring continuously. The slime should start to pull away from the bowl. Keep kneading with your hands until it’s stretchy and smooth.
  5. Pour the baking soda-citric acid mix onto your slime and watch it fizz and bubble!

“Dr. Fizzlebop, what’s happening?”
This slime is a polymer, which means it’s made up of long, stretchy molecules. When we added saline solution, the boric acid in it cross-linked the glue molecules, turning the liquid mixture into stretchy, gooey slime!

Devotional:
St. Patrick’s Transformation
Did you know St. Patrick’s life completely changed—just like the ingredients in our slime experiment?

When he was kidnapped and taken to Ireland as a slave, his life seemed messy and uncertain. But instead of losing hope, he trusted God. Later, he returned to Ireland—not for revenge, but to share the love of Jesus!

Just like our slime formed from a few special ingredients, God can transform us, too! He takes our fears, mistakes, and challenges and turns them into something amazing—just like He did with St. Patrick!

2 Corinthians 5:17 (NLT) says, “Anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!”

So, when life feels messy or uncertain, remember--God is working behind the scenes to shape us into something incredible!

Prayer Time:
Thank You, God, for showing us how You transform lives—just like You did with St. Patrick! Help us trust You, even when things seem messy or uncertain. Let us shine for You in everything we do! ☘️✨ Amen!
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National STEM Week: Sparking Curiosity & Faith in Science!

3/14/2025

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Get ready to experiment, explore, and engage because it’s National STEM Week—a time to celebrate the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and math! But wait—have you heard about STEAM? That’s right! There’s art in the mix now, too! Let’s dive into why STEM (or STEAM!) is so important and how Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop makes it easy (and super fun!) for families to explore faith and science together.

What is STEM… and Why Does It Matter?
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math—four subjects that shape the world around us! From the smartphones in our hands to the bridges we drive across, STEM fields are the building blocks of innovation. Encouraging kids to explore STEM helps them develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills—all things they’ll need for exciting careers in the future. 🚀
But there’s been a recent addition to the STEM movement--Art! When you add Art into STEM, you get STEAM! 🎨 Why? Because creativity fuels innovation! Whether it’s designing futuristic technology, building awe-inspiring architecture, or creating dazzling science experiments, art and creativity play a huge role in making science even more fizztastic!

Faith + Science = A Winning Combination!
At Fizzlebop Labs, we believe that faith and science go hand in hand! After all, God is the ultimate Creator, and exploring His world is one of the most exciting ways to grow in knowledge and faith. That’s why Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop is packed with super simple, hands-on experiments that help families connect science with biblical truths.

STEAM learning isn’t just about textbooks and tests—it’s about curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery. And with Dr. Fizzlebop’s fizztastic experiments, families can have a blast while growing in faith and unlocking the wonders of science together.

Celebrate National STEM Week with a Fizz!
This National STEM Week, let’s ignite curiosity, explore God’s creation, and make learning an adventure! Whether you’re mixing up some bubbly chemical reactions, building gravity-defying structures, or learning how light and reflection work, there’s so much to discover—and Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop is here to make it faith-filled and fun!

🎉 Ready to dive into STEAM with a faith-filled twist? Check out Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop and start exploring today! 🚀🔬✨
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Celebrate Earth Day with this hands-on experiment that brings nature to life! Build a self-sustaining mini-ecosystem using soil, plants, water, and small critters inside a sealed jar. Watch as the water cycle, oxygen exchange, and decomposition work together—just like in God’s amazing creation! This fun and educational activity teaches kids about stewardship, biodiversity, and how ecosystems thrive. Perfect for curious minds who love science and nature! 🌿🔬🐜


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Blast off with Newton’s Fizztastic Rocket! 🚀


Get ready for an explosive adventure as you build and launch your own rocket using a simple chemical reaction! This hands-on experiment demonstrates Newton’s Third Law of Motion—every action has an equal and opposite reaction—while teaching kids about the powerful message of the Gospel. Just like our rocket needs force to launch, God gives us the power to boldly share His love. Perfect for young scientists and future astronauts, this fizztastic experiment combines faith and STEM for an unforgettable learning experience! 🚀✨


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Pi Finder Experiment: Discover the Magic of Pi!


Celebrate Pi Day with a hands-on experiment that brings math to life! The Pi Finder Experiment uses simple materials to reveal the famous number π (pi) in a fun and interactive way. By rolling a circular object and measuring its circumference and diameter, kids will uncover the amazing mathematical constant that appears all around us!


Perfect for young scientists and curious minds, this experiment blends STEAM learning with real-world discovery—making Pi Day unforgettable! 🥧✨

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The Pi-Finder Experiment

3/14/2025

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The Pi-Finder Experiment
Discover Pi for yourself using just a string and a circular object!
Fizzlebop Supply List:
  • A round object (plate, lid, can, frisbee, etc.)
  • A flexible measuring tape or a piece of string
  • A ruler
  • A calculator
The Experiment:
  1. Measure the Circumference – Wrap the string around the widest part of the circle (its circumference). Mark the spot where the string meets itself.
  2. Measure the Diameter – Stretch the string across the middle of the circle from one side to the other. Mark the length of the diameter.
  3. Do Some Fizztastic Math! – Use the formula for Pi: π=CircumferenceDiameter\pi = \frac{\text{Circumference}}{\text{Diameter}}π=DiameterCircumference​ Divide your circumference measurement by the diameter. You should get close to 3.14—the magical number Pi!
Fizz Fact about Pi!Pi is an irrational number, meaning it goes on forever without repeating. Scientists have calculated over 62 trillion digits of Pi, but for most experiments, 3.14 is just fine!
Bonus Challenge!Try measuring different circular objects and see if Pi is always the same! (Hint: It is! 😆)
This is a Fizz-tastic way to celebrate Pi Day while connecting math with real-world experiments! Want more faith and science fun? Check out Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop for more STEAM-filled adventures! 🚀🔬

Have a FIZZTASTIC time,
Dr. Fizzlebop

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Squishy Turkeys

11/15/2023

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Introduction

Greetings! I am thankful that you have joined me today at Fizzlebop Labs. In fact, I’m feeling besonders dankbar (which means “extra thankful” in German). Our experiment is quite fun, and I think it’ll have you giggling a bit when you’re done. Be sure to have everyone participate and make their very own squishy turkey.

WARNING! This experiment requires borax. Safety first! Do not ingest borax.

Fizzlebop Supply List:

  • Nitrile exam glove 
  • Tall glass 
  • 1/2 cup (120 mL) white glue 
  • 1 cup (240 mL) water 
  • Measuring cup (1 cup or 240 mL) 
  • 1 tsp (5 g) borax powder 
  • Colorful markers

The Experiment: ​

  • Put the glove fingers down in a tall glass, and stretch the opening of the glove over the rim of the glass.
  • Pour the glue into the glove.
  • Pour 1⁄2 cup (120 mL) of the water into the glove.
  • Take the glove out of the glass, hold the glove closed, and carefully squish it to mix the contents.
  • In a separate measuring cup, mix the borax with another 1⁄2 cup (120 mL) water. Pour the water and borax mixture into the glove.
  • Knot the glove like a balloon, then squish the glove to mix all the ingredients.
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FIZZ TIP: Do not squish the glove too hard.

  • Decorate your squishy turkey with markers.    

“Dr. Fizzlebop, what’s happening?” ​

In this experiment, two of the ingredients—glue and borax—mix together to form long chains of molecules. These chains are called polymers. The water allows these polymers to move around inside the glove. When they do, they stretch and stick together. ​

Collecting Your Family’s Data ​

  • Describe the feeling of the glue-borax turkey when you squish it between your hands.        
  • What do you think it would feel like if you had only filled the glove with water? ​
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Phases of the Moon

9/13/2023

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Introduction

Have you ever wondered why the moon seems so bright at night? Did you know that the moon doesn’t create its own light? Instead, it reflects the light of the sun. The moon looks different depending on its position and the location of the sun. That’s how we have different phases of the moon. Astronomers (who are scientists that study everything in the universe beyond Earth’s atmosphere) even have names for when the moon looks different, including supermoon, blood moon, blue moon, harvest moon, and more. Have you ever seen one of these special moon phases?

​Today we’re going to check out the basic phases of the moon with a yummy methodology (which means process.)

Fizzlebop Supply List

  • Package of Oreos
  • Spoon
  • Oreo Cookie Moon Phase Guide (below)

The Experiment

1. Carefully and slowly twist the two sections of Oreo in opposite directions. This will increase the amount of frosting on one side. Now pull the two sides apart. 


FIZZ TIP: If your frosting sticks to both sides, you’ll need to eat the cookie and try again. 

2. Once you have a majority of frosting on one side of the Oreo, use the spoon to scoop away frosting according to the Oreo Cookie Moon Phase Guide. 


3. Now  arrange the cookies in the order of the Oreo Cookie Moon Phase Guide and observe.


FIZZ TIP:
If it’s nighttime, look outside and see what phase the moon is in right now.


​4. Finally, eat your moon phases and enjoy! Fizzilicious! 

Fizz Facts

Did you know the moon moves about 3.8 cm (almost 1.5 in.) away from the Earth each year? As of early 2023, only twelve humans have walked on the moon, but that’s likely to change in the coming years. Maybe you’ll be one of those humans. If you are, you’ll feel a lot lighter since the moon’s gravity is only 1/6th of the Earth’s gravity. If you do go, be sure to take your copy of Faith and Science with Dr. Fizzlebop with you.

Collecting Your Family’s Data

What phase is the moon currently in? 
Which Oreo cookie moon phase tasted best?

Oreo Moon Phase Chart

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