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Homemade little potato dumplings with a deep, rich slow braised veal sauce.
Hot air rises and this easy activity is a great way to demonstrate how. Suitable for all ages, simply download the free Tea bag rocket activity for instructions.
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14 Aug Teach your kids about energy and thrust with this fun science activity for younger kids.
15 Aug A simple mixture of cornflour and water makes for some serious fun. Help your kids learn about viscosity and discover how it makes this magic goo dance.
15 Aug Explore the world of chemical reactions by completing this activity. Add food colouring and watch how molecules move.
15 Aug Try this science experiment that explodes and sparkles. Discover what happens when you mix an acid with a base.
16 Aug Instill in your children a love of chemistry and physics with these exciting - and sometimes explosive - experiments.
17 Aug This activity is a great way to show your kids how salt lowers the freezing temperature of water. Sprinkle it on ice, add some colour and watch the tunnels form.
28 Apr Practice identifying and extending basic patterns.
28 Apr Practice reading and writing skills with the three little pigs.
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