“Miss Jenkins found a cockroach in her house, today,” said Marcus Wilson’s mom as she peeked outside through the curtains. “Are they bad?” asked Marcus. “Oh heavens, Marcus, cockroaches are filthy and dirty and carry germs. Do you remember the time we found one on our front porch? If you ever see one, Marcus, stomp… Continue reading The Mad Child Scientist
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The Hairspray Can Explosion
Caution: Flammable. Contents under pressure. Marcus Wilson eyeballed the label of his mom's used hairspray can. Do not expose near fire or flame. May explode if temperature rises above 120 degrees. To an adult, this message is never read. To a twelve-year old aspiring scientist, however, this meant, I am an awesome bomb. Marcus discovered… Continue reading The Hairspray Can Explosion