Complete the circuit. See it. Hear it. Explore it.

Can you make the Cosmic Energy Stick burst into life?

Place one hand on each of the silver conductive contacts at either end of the clear tube and bright coloured LEDs begin to flash while the stick sounds. Lift either hand away and it stops.

You’ve completed—and then broken—an electrical circuit.

But the real fun begins when you add other people.

Hold one end of the Cosmic Energy Stick while a friend holds the other, then join your free hands. The stick responds again. Add another person… and another…

How big can you make your human circuit?

As long as there is a suitable conductive pathway connecting the two contacts, the Cosmic Energy Stick can respond. Break that pathway and the lights and sound stop.

See the Science Inside

One of the things we particularly love about the Cosmic Energy Stick is its clear tube. The electronics aren’t completely hidden away—you can actually look inside and explore some of the components that make it work.

Look closely and you can spot the LEDs, connecting

A close-up of the components inside the clear stick.

wires, circuit board and electronic sounder. Openings in the end cap allow the sound to escape clearly when the circuit is completed.

So this isn’t just a science toy that flashes and makes a noise. It provides a starting point for asking questions about electricity, circuits, conductivity, resistance and electronic components.

There’s lots more to investigate

Once you’ve mastered the human circuit, the experiments can begin.

What happens if somebody in your human chain lets go? Can you make the circuit even bigger? Will the stick respond if you connect the two contacts using another material? Which materials provide a suitable conductive pathway—and which don’t?

Make a prediction, test your idea and see what happens.

What makes the Cosmic Energy Stick special?

• Bright, colourful flashing LEDs and sound provide an immediate response when the circuit is completed
• Create a human electrical circuit on your own or with family and friends
• Explore open and closed circuits, conductivity and resistance
• Investigate conductors and insulators
• Clear tube lets young scientists see the electronics inside
• Approximately 17.2 cm long × 3 cm diameter
• Easy to hold, highly visual and wonderfully interactive
• Batteries are already fitted
• Includes Scientific Sue’s downloadable teaching notes, packed with additional science and investigation ideas

Less packaging. More science.

We’ve chosen to supply our Cosmic Energy Stick without unnecessary retail packaging. It will, of course, be carefully protected for delivery.

This helps us reduce packaging, keep the price down and put the emphasis where we think it belongs—on the science.

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These magically appearing wands allow for a very easy to perform magic trick. Just roll the foil wand up and the simply hide the rolled-up wand in your hand, wave your hands mysteriously and shout:

“ACCIO!”

As your hand moves upwards, release the wand and watch as it instantly springs open into a full-sized magic wand.

The only tricky part is catching it… stylishly!

Perfect for aspiring magicians, Hogwarts fans and anyone who loves performing amazing magic tricks.

What’s Included?

Magic Pop-Up Wands

Access to the School of Hogwarts Wizard Training Guide

Click on the link below or scan the QR code to view the training page:

Scan here to begin your wizard training!

Magic and engineering work together! The wand stores elastic potential energy while rolled up and releases it when thrown into the air.

Accio! The Magically Appearing Wand

How Does The Magic Work?

The secret lies in a special type of engineering called shape memory.

The wand is made from a strong plastic film that has been trained to remember its wand shape.

When rolled up, energy is stored inside the plastic.

The moment the wand is released, it rapidly springs back to its original shape, creating the illusion that a wand has appeared out of thin air.

It isn’t magic…

It’s brilliant engineering disguised as magic!

For best results, remove the band and store your wand fully extended when not in use.

Wizard Training Tips

Keep the wand hidden in your palm.

Wave both hands naturally.

Look where you want the wand to appear.

Say “ACCIO!” with confidence.

Practise catching the wand before performing for friends.

Scientific Sue Says…

“Every great wizard needs a wand. Every great scientist needs curiosity. This magical-looking trick combines both!”

Troubleshooting

My wand doesn’t spring open properly.

If your wand has been stored rolled up for a long time, it may develop a slight twist or gap when opened.

An adult can usually restore the wand by rolling it tightly into its closed shape, securing it with small elastic bands, and gently warming it with a hairdryer while moving the heat continuously along its length. Allow it to cool completely before removing the bands.

Important: Use only gentle heat. Do not use a heat gun, naked flame, or boiling water.

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