Sergei Urban

Most kids have used toys with motors inside. But this is the kind of experiment that makes kids see what electricity does up close. That's what makes this project so exciting. It's not just something spinning for fun — it's a real simple motor made with a battery, magnet, screw and...

This is the kind of experiment that makes kids say, “Wait… how is that possible?” And that's exactly why I love simple science activities at home. You just need water, oil and a Pyrex glass rod to create a proper wow moment. What's happening here is called refraction. That just means...

Which spoon will make the butter melt first? We tested three spoons: plastic, wood, and metal. Each spoon had a little bit of butter holding a bead in place. Then we placed the spoons into hot water and waited to see which bead would fall first. The metal spoon won. That's because metal is a...

Everyone knows fire pops balloons. But our balloon touches the flame and just turns black. So what's going on? The secret is the water inside the balloon. A normal balloon pops because the flame heats the rubber very quickly. The rubber gets weak, stretches too much, and bursts. But when...

One nail is enough to pop a balloon… but a whole bed of nails? Somehow, it survives! The secret is pressure: when the force is spread across many sharp points, no single nail does enough damage.

What really happens when you mix milk with fizzy drinks? We tried it with Coca-Cola, Fanta and Sprite, then left them for 24 hours to see what would happen. And no, it didn't just turn into a weird milkshake. The milk separated completely. The liquid stayed coloured and cloudy at the top,...

If you've got a hard-boiled egg, try this before anyone eats it. Spin it fast on the table and watch it end up standing upright. Kids always go “HOW?” and then want to see it ten more times and try it themselves Follow me @TheDadLab for everyday science made fun ⭕ MATERIALS: One...

This is the kind of experiment kids remember: quick setup, big splash, lots of laughter, and a real science idea they can actually see. With Easter coming, eggs make the perfect “science tool” for exploring inertia in a fun, messy way. If you want to make it easier, use a paper plate and...

Looking for a fun and educational activity to do with your little ones? Join us as we transform an empty egg box into a Tetris-inspired puzzle! Grab your egg box and let's get cracking! #TheDadLab #kidsactivities #toddleractivities

Do you know what would happen with an egg if you left it in Cola for 24 hours? Let's debunk this science experiment! Spoiler alert: viral videos showing that Cola turns an egg into a ball are just examples of Fake Science. However, you could get a similar result but with vinegar...

Starlight Express review from a parent: the skating is unbelievable. It's colourful, high-energy, and visually one of the most unique shows we've seen. The story can feel a bit childish, but the performance and wow-factor made it a fun night out anyway.

Is it raining where you are? If it is, here is a fun game to play indoors! #kidsactivitiesideas #toddlertimeactivities #preschoolactivities

Wait… Why does paper 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘪𝘵𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 when it gets wet? This is such a satisfying little “wow” experiment for kids. When the paper gets damp, the fibres swell, and the folds relax, so the shapes lift and open to reveal a picture. It's a simple way to sneak in...

The forecast said rain, so we planned something curious indoors. Max wanted to see his friend (she moved away recently), and the Twist Museum turned out to be a great place for it. The kids had fun, and it gave them a place to explore and catch up. It was crowded when we arrived, and some...

I have a feeling my kids won't remember every toy we bought… But they 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 remember the ones we made together. This craft started as a simple idea and turned into laughter, splashing, and one of those slow family moments I wish I could bottle up. That's what I love most about...

Max won a Royal Albert Hall voucher at school for composing the top piece in his year group — voted best by his classmates, which made him (and me) extra proud. We used his prize to see OVO from Cirque du Soleil, and it was amazing — one of those shows where you look over at your kids...

Sometimes the simplest things are the most satisfying. Made this with just paper, and my kids have been playing with it for hours

We were travelling to a ski trip in Austria, and the closest airport to our destination was Salzburg. That was the plan. Then our flight to Salzburg was cancelled. With the kids and dates already fixed, we had to rethink quickly. The best alternative was flying into Munich instead — so we...

For those moments when you need something that actually works, fast. This took minutes to set up and kept my kids happy the whole time. No overthinking, no prep stress — just one of those activities that actually delivers when you need it. #TheDadLab #simplescience

A cardboard car 🚗 + a balloon 🎈 = real physics. As air escapes, it pushes backwards — and the car moves forward. Simple materials, big learning. #STEMforkids #LearningThroughPlay

So many of you recommended 𝗛𝗮𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘇𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗴 — and it became one of our favourite family stops. Hands-on science, a beautiful aquarium, dinosaurs, space, and enough to explore that we had to choose what mattered most to our...

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When science meets breakfast in the most explosive way. Trust me, this isn't your typical egg experiment. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🧪 Enjoy the extraordinary reaction of household items creating a foamy spectacle. It's chemistry in action, and it's...

Cola vs Mentos Series #6 (FINALE)! Testing cold (fridge), room temp & hot (boiling water bowl). The science: Cold holds more CO2 but releases slower. Hot has less CO2 but releases faster. Which effect wins? The height difference was genuinely shocking! Final video - which was your favourite?...

Cola vs Mentos Series #5: What else works when you don't have Mentos? 🧂 Testing baking soda, salt, sand & dish soap with Diet Coke. #TheDadLab #ScienceHacks #KitchenScience

Cola vs Mentos Series #4: Rainbow Fanta explosion! 🌈 Testing 4 Fanta colours, including mystery purple. The science: Fanta's carbonated like cola, so the same reaction! The colours don't change chemistry - just make it way more spectacular to watch. Less about results, more about creating...

Cola vs Mentos Series #3: Do clear drinks work? 💧 Testing Sprite, sparkling water & Schweppes vs Diet Coke. The science: It's not about colour - it's about CO2! Mentos create nucleation sites in ANY carbonated drink. Sparkling water = cheaper + way less sticky cleanup! Pro tip for parents...

Cola vs Mentos Series #2: Which cola reacts best? 🥤 Original Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Pepsi Max, and supermarket own-brand - all getting the Mentos treatment to see which one gives the biggest reaction. The science bit: Diet drinks work better than regular ones because artificial...

Cola vs Mentos Series #1: Testing 0.5L to 2L bottles 🚀 The science: Mentos' rough surface creates nucleation sites for rapid CO2 release. More liquid = more CO2 = bigger explosion potential. The difference between the smallest and the largest? Massive! #TheDadLab #ScienceExperiment #MentosChallenge

What happens when you mix milk with fizzy drinks? Poured milk into Coca-Cola, Fanta, and Sprite, then watched the transformation over 24 hours. The result? Complete separation - but not what you'd expect. The liquid on top stayed coloured and murky, while all the curdled milk sank to the...

Lava lamp experiment with NO shopping trip needed 🌋 Baking soda + oil + vinegar = instant science when kids ask 'can we do an experiment?' at 8pm on a Tuesday Everything you need is already in your cupboard. That's how science should work 💙

Visited Wonderlab at the @sciencemuseum.org.uk with the kids — genuinely one of the best hands-on spaces in London for ages 7–14. You can easily spend a couple of hours here: slides, friction stations, light tables, building challenges. It feels like play, but teaches real science...

Paper cup + phone flashlight = instant Halloween projector! 🔦🎃 Cut out spooky shapes, light it up from behind, and watch creepy shadows come to life on the wall. #HalloweenCraft #TheDadLab #DIYProjector

BOOM! Our Halloween cannon is locked, loaded, and ready to launch some monsters. 🎯👻 Made from a balloon and a plastic bottle, it's a safe, silly way to mix science and spooky fun! #HalloweenFun #TheDadLab #KidsActivity

Rub a balloon, raise the dead! 💀⚡ This Halloween, bring your paper skeletons to life with the power of static electricity—no batteries, no tricks, just good ol' science! #HalloweenScience #TheDadLab

Watch this skeleton hand rise from the “grave” using nothing but air and water! 💀🎃 A spooky Halloween science trick that's easy to set up, and seriously fun to watch with your kids. #HalloweenScience #TheDadLab

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗰? 🎃 This easy experiment turns a baby into a spooky monster — all with a plastic bag, water, and a clever trick of light 👻 It's not just fun —...

We turned a glass into a spooky decoder 👁️🕵️♂️ The kids dipped the glass into the black water… and hidden Halloween characters magically appeared underneath! Simple science + big reactions = Halloween magic at its best 👻💥 #TheDadLab #HalloweenHack #SpookyReveal...

These monster cups didn't just 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 scary… they FOAMED at the mouth! 😱🧪 Just a bit of baking soda, food colouring, soap, and vinegar — and suddenly our spooky cup creatures came to life! Easy, exciting, and just messy enough for Halloween 👻✨

Royal Institution is the one place I can get away with experiments my wife would never let me try at home. (And yes, this one involved actual fire!) Here's what's happening: the hot paraffin shatters the glass when dunked in icy water, the water instantly turns into steam, and the wax gets...

They looked like dried-up worms… until we added water 😱🪱 A little tissue, a gentle squeeze, and some spooky decorations—then boom! They start to grow and wiggle like real creepy crawlies! Such a fun and weird Halloween science twist 🎃🧪

👽 When science meets Halloween fun… we get a floating UFO! 🕯️🛸 We used a candle, a glass, and a little air pressure magic to make this alien abduction scene come to life! The best kind of spooky: simple, surprising, and science-y 🎃💨 #TheDadLab #KidsActivities #ScienceIsFun

Is it a potion? Is it slime? Is it… alive?! 🧙♂️💙👀 We made this spooky oobleck with just water, starch, food colouring—and some googly eyes for extra Halloween vibes! Solid when you punch it, liquid when you let it go… science is weird and wonderful...

The cheapest Halloween decorations you can make #halloween #halloweendiy

Exploding monster brains?! 💥🧠 My kids loved this Halloween science experiment—spooky, simple, and just the right amount of messy. Hands-on fun that's way better than candy 👻🎃 #scienceforkids #TheDadLab #spookyseason #halloweenactivities #stemforkids

Is it too early to start decorating the house for Halloween? Here is a fun project we enjoyed doing with my kids #TheDadLab #halloweendecor #kidsactivities

Halloween Science Experiments You Have to Try

When you need Halloween activities - NOW 👻 Jumping ghost DIY to the rescue! Kids entertained ✅ Halloween spirit activated ✅ Sanity preserved ✅ Save this for your next 'what can we do?' moment! #Halloween #TheDadLab #HalloweenDIY

We're slowly easing into Halloween mode… Today's experiment? A spooky handprint. STEAM with a side of chills 👻 #TheDadLab #Halloween

I always thought the Maldives was for couples. Then my kids spent a week there making pizza, diving for the first time, cycling through paradise, and seeing reef sharks outside our villa. Now I know: it's just as magical for families.

🎃 Ready for some spooky fun? Let's blow up a Monster Bag for Halloween! 💥 #𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗗𝗮𝗱𝗟𝗮𝗯 #𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 #𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗢𝗻𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 #𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 #𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀

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Wind it up and watch it go! Simple materials create the most satisfying launch. Ready to see how far yours travels? #rubberband #diycar #familyfun

From recycling bin to race track! 🏁 Wind up that rubber band and watch this little fan-powered car zoom across the floor. The kids are learning physics and I'm learning that everything can be a toy with a little creativity. #UpcyclingKids #STEMFun #RecycledCrafts

A clothes pin, some buttons, and magnets = pure magic ✨ The look on their faces when it moves without touching it? Priceless. Science is so cool when it's this hands-on! #MagnetScience #STEMKids #ScienceIsMagic

Who knew your juice box could become a race car? 🏎️ Just add a balloon, paper straw, and watch physics do its magic! The kids are obsessed and honestly, so am I. #DIYScience #STEMKids #PhysicsForKids

Plot twist: You already have everything you need for this craft 🌸 One plastic bottle, scissors, and maybe some paint if you're feeling fancy. That's it. Max made two of these while I was making dinner, chatting away about his day, completely absorbed in the gentle rhythm of cutting and...

Defying gravity with just lollipop sticks!

this is why i was busy this weekend

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