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Praxis Science Outreach Society
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Praxis aims to help SE Albertans develop a love & understanding of science that will support them throughout their lives. Our vision is to foster a dynamic community inspired & empowered by knowledge & appreciation of science. https://www.praxismedhat.com
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The latest Praxis 'Science Smarts' column in the Medicine Hat News (November 8)

“Let’s Investigate Epsom Salts”

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Some science to con-salt about!

#MedHat #STEM #SciChat #SciEd #FamilyScience #SciEd
November 8, 2025 at 3:12 PM
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The Trumpeter Swans have arrived on the open waters of the Bow River #AB #YYC. This group of seven was made up of five first year cygnets - a wonderfully productive summer if this is an intact family!
Two adult white Trumpeter Swans and five grey young swans swimming to the right against yellowish grasses.
November 5, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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A Reminder: Now is the time to begin entering the "Southeast Alberta Regional Science Fair Button Design Contest" for a chance to be selected for a $100 prize!

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#YSCRegionals #CWSF #STEM #MedHat #ScienceFair #SciChat #AbSci
Southeast Alberta Regional Science Fair Button Design Contest
The 2026 SE Alberta Regional Science Fair will be held on March 21, 2026 at the Medicine Hat College. Students from schools across our region compete at the elementary (grades 4-6), junior (grades …
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November 5, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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The latest Praxis 'Science Smarts' column in the Medicine Hat News (November 1)

“Root Beer Science”

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Some science to get you rooted!

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November 1, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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Happy Halloween Bluesky! Here is a ghostly phantom of the night, Comet A6 Lemmon. Taken with a 300mm telescope and luminance filter, 60 X 1 minutes exposures stacked. Dust and gas flow from the head blown by the solar wind.

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Comet A6 Lemmon is a ghostly apparition just in time for Halloween. Streamers of gas and dust flowing away from the head of the comet.
October 31, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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Now is the time to begin entering the "Southeast Alberta Regional Science Fair Button Design Contest" for a chance to be selected for a $100 prize!

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#YSCRegionals #CWSF #STEM #MedHat #ScienceFair #SciChat #AbSci
October 31, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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DIY Halloween craft project: Making a tiny ghost in a jar mini diorama - thekidshouldseethis.com/post/how-to-... #SciEd #STEM #StudentProject #SciChat
Making a tiny ghost in a jar mini diorama
A circle of white fabric stiffens into ghostly folds as it dries over a small styrofoam ball. When the craft project is all done, a ghost will appear to
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October 24, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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Look at this absolutely massive flock of waterfowl rising from Old Wives Lake, Saskatchewan, at sunrise Friday morning. #skstorm #birds
October 24, 2025 at 5:53 PM
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The latest Praxis 'Science Smarts' column in the Medicine Hat News (October 25)

“Fizzing Eyeballs”

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Some science to get you in a fizzy mood!

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October 25, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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The 33rd annual Praxis Family Science Olympics Was A Success!

For more information about the hands-on science challenges and activities see:

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We hope to see you next year!

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October 22, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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The latest Praxis 'Science Smarts' column in the Medicine Hat News (October 18)

“Fake Blood”

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Some spooky vampire science!

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October 18, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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A remider: Our 33rd annual Family Science Olympics will return tomorrow (October 18th - 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) at the Medicine Hat College.

Current information may be found at:

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October 18, 2025 at 1:14 AM
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Breast cancer risk factors include genetic risk factors and environmental risk factors.

Learn more with our kit, "Breast Cancer Risk: Genes and the Environment".
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Risk Factors - National Breast Cancer Foundation
Learn about the genetic and environmental risk factors for breast cancer, and what you can do to lower your risk.
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October 14, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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Please share a weird animal fact. Or a lesser-known animal fact.

FACT: Coyotes climb trees. (Coyote Ethos: “Never tell me the odds.”)

Your turn!
Coyote in an evergreen tree. Full story here, including more photos: https://goeddelphotography.com/blog/coyote-climbs-tree-and-steals-bobcats-duck/ Coyote in a fruit tree. 📸: Janet Kessler of coyoteyipps.com—arguably, the most fun and informative website in existence.
October 13, 2025 at 1:23 AM
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It is Thanksgiving day in Canada - What makes Canadian Thanksgiving unique? nationalgeographic.com/travel/artic...
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What makes Canadian Thanksgiving unique
Harvest season is the star of Canadian Thanksgiving, whose flavours are influenced by the country’s immigrant and First Nations cultures.
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October 14, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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The latest Praxis 'Science Smarts' column in the Medicine Hat News (October 11)

“Let’s Get Polished”

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Polish up your your science!

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October 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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The latest Praxis 'Science Smarts' column in the Medicine Hat News (October 4))

“Vampire Soap”

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Some very "fang-tastic" science!

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October 4, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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September 26, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Mark your calendars! Our 33rd annual Family Science Olympics will return October 18th (10 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) at the Medicine Hat College. Current information may be found at:
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October 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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The latest Praxis 'Science Smarts' column in the Medicine Hat News (September 27)

“Pumpkin Slie”

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Some vefry "gourd" science!

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September 27, 2025 at 4:33 PM
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4 ways to help your learners succeed with science wordsFrom monkeys to mnemonics, peanuts to prefixes, strategies guaranteed to help all learners get to grips with the huge and complex vocabulary of science. edu.rsc.org/ideas/4-ways... #SciEd #education #SciComm #SciChat
4 ways to help your learners succeed with science words
How monkeys and mnemonics, peanuts and prefixes will help all your learners grasp scientific vocabulary
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September 18, 2025 at 10:56 PM
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Hands-on models can significantly improve science learning by transforming abstract concepts into tangible experiences
✅ Enhanced comprehension
✅ Increased engagement
✅ Development of critical thinking
✅ Support for diverse learning styles
✅ Connections to real-world situations
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Developing and using models with Science Take-Out kits
Email from Science Take-Out Discover how our kits simplify complex science concepts for students.   Science Take-Out kits are ready-to-go with no prep and no lab equipment required. Convenient, engag
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September 18, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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The latest Praxis 'Science Smarts' column in the Medicine Hat News (September 20)

“Monster Balloons”

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Prepare to be "blown away" by your cleverness.

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September 20, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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By choosing which crops to plant in their fields, Canadian prairie farmers may be able to boost their bottom line while also helping the environment. phys.org/news/2025-09... via
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Science-based crop rotation could boost profits and protect soil
By choosing which crops to plant in their fields, Canadian prairie farmers may be able to boost their bottom line while also helping the environment.
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September 12, 2025 at 1:20 AM
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The latest Praxis 'Science Smarts' column in the Medicine Hat News (September 13)

“Blow Me Away”

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Some science that will not "blow you apart"!

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September 13, 2025 at 3:09 PM