It's always summer somewhere in the world and this is a great activity that lets you create your own special flowers in the colors you choose. Gather up some carnations, some daisies or pretty much any white flower and some food coloring and have some fun coloring flowers. They make a fun science gift for anyone. If you really want to get crazy try using two colors on the same flower. This can get tricky since you'll have to figure out how to split the stem so each colored water travels up it's own section of the flower stem. The results can be unpredictable! read more »
Biology
Make your own crazy daisies
Extract DNA from fruit
DNA is the blueprint for life. This simple experiment will show you how to extract DNA from fruit like a banana or strawberry. All you need are some fruit and some things you probably have around the house right now. read more »
Shells for your crabs
I have heard that some of the crabs are changing shells. I have learned that Caribbean hermit crabs really like a type of shell called a Turbo shell. I have a picture here of one kind of turbo shell, there are many different kinds and colors of these shells. I think that some of you did take home some of these shells. I found them at Hobby Lobby and boiled them in de-chlorinated water at home. I have heard that Caribbean hermit crabs like shells that have a round opening so I guess it makes sense that they like these shells. read more »
FAQ's about Hermit Crabs
Here are some frequently asked questions about Hermit Crabs. read more »
How to care for your Hermit Crab
Here are some basic tips for keeping your hermit crabs healthy and happy. Keep in mind the two biggest factors are the temperature and humidity of your crabariums. read more »
Hermit Crab Workshop
March 24, from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
At this FREE Family Workshop, visitors will learn all about the wonderful world of Hermit Crabs. Find out what they are? Where they live? What they eat? Did you know that Hermit Crabs actually sing? That they breathe with modified gills? Find out all about these great little creatures and then pick one out to take home with you. read more »
