Themed programs

Let us bring the Mad Science Laboratory to you

Mad Science is the leading provider of Fun Science for children age 3 to 12.  We strive to Spark the Imagination and Curiosity of children and inspire a lasting interest in Science. We do this by providing fun, interactive, and educational activities that instill a clearer understanding of science and how it effects the world around us. 

 Mad Science workshops are

• 1 hour long
• appropriate for the skills and capabilities af children age 5-12 (preschool programs available)
• include demonstrations, group activities and individual take home activity
• equiped for up to 25 children

Topics to choose from are:

Ø      Mad Materials

Use your senses to help learn about and investigate different materials and classifications. Students have an opportunity to learn about materials and how they can be changed.

Ø      Human Body

Children will learn about the human body, bones called the skeleton; muscles help people to move, and the heart pumps blood through the body bringing food and oxygen to all parts of the body. Children will take home their own human body puzzle.

Ø      Bugs

Students will explore the world's most abundant animal! Insect defenses and their role in our ecosystems will be explored in fun, hands-on activities. Children will use their knowledge of insects to make their very own bug model to take home.

Ø      Seasons and Weather

Students conduct hands on experiments to understand how and why weather occurs and the seasons change. They try out meteorology measurement tools and act like weather reporters.

Ø      Seeking our Senses

Explore all five senses. Test your vision with optical illusions, experiment with your hearing, and try your hand at reading Braille.

Ø      Dinosaurs

Examine real fossil casts, and explore the differences in the teeth of herbivorous and carnivorous dinosaurs. Students will participate in a mini dinosaur excavation and make a cast of dinosaur tooth to take home.

Ø      Matter of Fact

Explore molecules and how they are held together. See the dramatic differences between physical and chemical changes as you make up a batch of your very own Mad Science putty to take home.

Ø      Slippery Science

This class demystifies one of the most fascinating and beneficial molecules known to mankind…. Polymers. Make your own slime to take home

Ø      Super Structures

Discover the strengths of triangles, cylinders and arches. Learn how combinations of these shapes make for sturdy homes and skyscrapers! Use teamwork to build your own super structures as well as an earthquake-proof building!

Ø      Space Exploration

Learn what it takes to be a true globetrotter! These are the voyages of young, inquiring minds on a quest to discover Space! Their mission: to take an exciting look at planets, moons, comets, and the stars … to boldly go where bright young minds love to go. (Space suits not required.)

Grade 3-7

Ø      Photosynthesis

The workshop provides students with an introduction to photosynthesis, including an understanding of the chemical processes at work in the plant, plant respiration, and the role of plants in the food web. Study plant cells under the microscope.

Ø      Sound Basics

Discover sound, sound waves and the way household items can be used to create amazing movie effects! A series of demonstrations and activities will illustrate the properties and transmission of sound through various mediums.

Ø      Laser Light

Learn about light, colours, holograms & special effects. Use a real laser to create illusions, design a light show and compete in a friendly game of Laser Limbo.

Ø      Electricity

Take a tour on the electron freeway! Conductors, insulators, transistors, and other elements in the world of circuit electricity introduce themselves to you via the tingle in your fingertips and the twinkle in your eye . . 

Ø      Cells

Explore the cell anatomy and the function of the parts of the cell. Study actual cell structures under the microscope. Create a model cell to take home.

Ø      Mineral Mania

Recreate the process of rock formation and the process of rock and mineral classification. Experience the thrill of panning for gems: the gems you find you can take home for further study and identification.

Ø      Crazy Chemistry

Become a lab scientist in training and learn to manipulate an assortment of lab equipment in a series of hands-on experiments. Explore the difference between chemical and physical reactions and the molecular structure.

Ø      Ecosystem Exploration

Learn about the interconnections that exist between all the living things in ecosystems including human beings. The hands on activities encourage the students to interact with the concepts presented.

Special Interest

Ø      Be Tobacco Free

Learn about the harm inflicted on your body from smoke. It’s truly gross. Participate in experiments that look at healthy vs unhealthy lungs. Observe the effect of tobacco on teeth. Be Tobacco Free.

Ø      Black and Blue Oceans

Students will devise and test oil spill techniques in a minor oil spill. They will also explore the causes and remedies for acid rain through PH testing and monitoring methods.

Ø      Dirt on Garbage

Become a caretaker of the Earth and get a hands-on look at ways to help reduce our garbage, re-use what we cannot reduce and create ways to recycle! Hands on activities and interactive demonstrations will illustrate to children their role in improving the planet.

Ø      Science of Sport

Discover which part of your body Scientists believe can determine if you are going to be good in certain sports. Test your lung capacity and design a safety helmet. Learn about centre of gravity and balance and make a squiggle ball to take home.

Cost: Starting at $150 + HST for up to 25 children per workshop

We also offer a GREEN booking discount:

The above prices are for up to 25 children.