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Junior Alchemists: Chemistry for Kids!
A hands-on chemistry and physics class built around safe, memorable experiments.
Grades K–6The project mix and pace are tailored to the age group, experience level, and time available.
Course description
What students make and do
Students investigate chemical reactions, sound, motion, polymers, and surface tension through practical experiments. Each class centers on a question and a project students can test, discuss, and often take home. Activities are selected for the age group and the available classroom space.
- Create a working lava lamp
- Engineer a catapult or rubber-band-powered race car
- Write with invisible ink and build a simple harmonica
- Make fake snow and investigate surface tension
- Construct and erupt a papier-mâché volcano
Sample program path
How the course can develop
This example shows one possible progression. The order and depth change with the group and contract.
- 01Explore density and miscibility with a lava lamp
- 02Investigate potential and kinetic energy through engineering
- 03Observe chemical reactions and their practical uses
- 04Study sound through a take-home build
- 05Compare physical and chemical changes
- 06Apply several concepts in a culminating volcano project
How we adapt it
Adapted for age, experience, and schedule.
Younger students focus on observation, prediction, and carefully guided construction; older students can explain density, reactions, and energy in greater depth. Beginners follow modeled procedures, while experienced groups can vary designs and compare outcomes. Short formats select a few complete experiments; longer programs connect a broader sequence of scientific ideas and take-home builds.
Program logistics
What Athena brings and what the site provides.
What the site provides
- A suitable classroom or activity space
- A sink or running water is preferred
- Large work tables are preferred
- A non-carpeted room is preferred
Device, platform-account, storage, and other site responsibilities are confirmed during planning when they apply.
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