Learn about the Greek philosopher Archimedes’ principle of flotation as you play a game of sink or float. Contrast his findings with the power of surface tension as you watch a paperclip float on water and create beautiful food coloring swirls in a bowl of milk!
Virtual Starry Night: Greek Lyre
Ready to make some music that brings you back to Ancient Greek times? Explore the science behind sound as you create a Greek Lyre to play beautiful songs!
Virtual Starry Night: Constellation Tubes
Ancient Greek society developed many myths and legends related to constellations, and these “star pictures” were used for navigation, religion, farming, and more. Build your own personal viewer to see your favorite constellation any time of day!
Virtual Starry Night: Greek Water Clock
Ancient Greek society did not have clocks like we do today. Instead, they used clepsydras, or water clocks, to time important events. Create a clock that uses the movement of water to keep time!