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  • On a recent outing, I came across a fully intact and newly shed snake skin. So, of course, I did what anyone would do - I took it home to study it under my Foldscope!
  • Foldscope Explores… Mosquito Larva!!

    I found an old watering can in my garden. I looked inside and saw that it was filled with water, green algae, and tiny swimming organisms. Sadly, they turned out to be mosquito larvae. But, before I emptied the can, I put them under myFoldscope for a closer look!
  • What amazing things did I discover when I found a centipede, dissected it, and put it under myFoldscope? Read on to see how beautiful and amazing the microscopic view of a centipede can be!
  • Summary:

    • Seeds are composed of only three parts: seed coat, embryo, and food source.
    • The intricate beauty of seeds can be seen in microscopic images.
    • Share your observations of seeds with others to show what you learned!
  • Summary:

    • Dust is a combination of pollen, dirt, insect parts, hair, dust mites, and skin cells.
    • Microscopic organisms like bacteria, mold, and fungi are all around us - even though we can’t see them.
    • A Foldscope and a petri dish can help you to see the dust and microorganisms that live all around us.
    • Share your observations with others to show what you learned!
  • Summary:

    • Vascular plants distribute water and food internally via specialized structures.
    • Xylem moves water up from the roots to the leaves.
    • Phloem moves food up and down to where it is needed.
    • You can see these structures using your Foldscope! Share your observations with others to show what you learned!
  • Summary:

    • Ladybugs are not all female.
    • Ladybugs are not bugs.
    • Microscopic studies can reveal connections between the structure and function of the different parts of the ladybug.
    • Share your observations with others to show what you learned!
  • Foldscope Explores... Vital Stains (Part 2) looks at how vital stains help scientists to better see and study the insides of cells.
  • Summary:

    • The colors of fall leaves are inside the leaves all year round.
    • Observations of color gradation is a way to incorporate the elements of art into your science lesson.
    • Studying the process of color change in leaves will improve understanding of the life cycle of trees.
    • Share your observations with others to show what you learned!