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As an advocate for translating scientific knowledge to the broader society, my wife Devika Andhare and I have started an initiative to arouse scientific curiosity in children by creating YouTube videos. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we shared our DIY science experiment videos with Utkarsha Vidyamandir, a primary school in the rural town of Wada in my home state of Maharashtra, India.
The videos were in my native language, Marathi, and are engaging and understandable for children. For example, we created a DIY microscope using a cell phone camera and a lens from a laser pointer. We continue to create content for children in regional Marathi language as well as English through our YouTube channel, @jidnyasa.vigyaan.
Here are links to some of our YouTube videos
DIY Microscope
Have you wondered what a flower looks like when you zoom in through a microscope? In this video, we show you how you can make a microscope using your mobile camera.
Things you will require: 1. Mobile phone with a camera 2. Laser pointer 3. Modeling clay 4. Curiosity!
Make your own Rainbow
Make your own rainbow at home using simple tools. All you need is 1. Mirror 2. Water 3. Container Torch light wall 4.Curiosity!
Glow in the Dark DIY: Unraveling the Mystery of Fluorescence!
This marks our first English video, aiming to connect with a wider audience!In today's exploration, we delve into the captivating realm of fluorescence. All you need for this illuminating adventure are a few simple items:1. UV touch light2. Tonic water3. Laundry detergent4. Turmeric5. A sprinkle of curiosity