Kids explore the science behind Mardi Gras Floats at STEM NOLA event Local kids learn circuitry, simple machines, and float-building skills at STEM NOLA's event, preparing them to one day create their own Mardi Gras floats.

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An Erlenmeyer flask in a disposable aluminum pan, some plastic cups containing potassium iodide, and a bottle of dish soap on a table covered in a black table cloth. These chemicals are used for the chemical demo called Elephant's Toothpaste.

A bag of Haribo gummy bears, a ring stand holding a test tube, and some thermal gloves behind a plexiglass shield. This is for the Gummy Bear Fireball demonstration.

A plastic container and an aluminum bowl on a table covered in a black table cloth. This is for producing carbon dioxide bubbles.

A kid makes a large CO2 bubble in a bowl containing a soap and water solution.

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Every chance I can, I volunteer with #StemNola here in #neworleans #nola #nolanatives I enjoy helping our future leaders grow and learn about science, technology, engineering and math. I'm looking forward to embarking on #steam volunteer opportunities in #nola as well. A wonderful day!! ⚜️☕️🌼🏵🛥

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