Firework Chemistry for 11-16s
Tuesday 7th November 2023: 2.10 to 3pm (Online STEM)
Discover the chemistry of fireworks!
+ Watch exciting demonstrations to see how fireworks work!
+ Make a (safe!) "firework" display of your own
+ Learn about chemical reactions and symbols, flame tests and the periodic table.
Your home-education journal is already written!
Your booking confirmation will include a digital download containing joining instructions and link, equipment list and a summary of the keywords, key concepts and student activities planned for this session. You can simply copy, paste and adapt it for your home-education journal and use it to help you discuss the learning with your child afterwards.
Equipment (To join an entirely optional practical)
It is a good idea to have a whiteboard or paper, pen, ruler and calculator to hand in each session.
- A tall glass or beaker half filled with water
- A separate glass ½ filled with vegetable / sunflower oil or similar
- Liquid food colouring (water soluble) (two colours or more ideally)
- Pipette or teaspoon
- Cloths in case of spills
- A tray or plate to work on may be a good idea
Links suggest sources of appropriate resources
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Price is for one device (screen) to join for one session.
Upon booking you will receive a digital download (available for one year) with joining instructions and link, equipment list, home-ed journal text and registration form link (for photography consent form and opportunity to let us know any relevant needs),
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