If I had to rank all the subjects in school, science would come in last every time. But somehow, armed with a tiny lab coat, beaker and pipette, science became fun when I recruited Annalyn for a little laundry experiment.
The new Wisk with Stain Spectrum Technology™ fights all kind of stains. Apparently – not that I’m telling you science nerds anything – stains fall into several basic categories such as proteins, carbohydrates and oils. This week’s experiment focused on the protein kind.
Protein stains can come from eggs or baby formula, but the best-known culprit is grass. Wisk sent me a grass-stained swatch, a science kit and some simple instructions. Here’s what happened:
First of all, I put the tiny lab coat on Annalyn. To say she got into her role would be an understatement. Later in the day, she wore her goggles to the store. I guess you never know when you might run into a science experiment.
I filled the beaker with warm water. Then I poured a small amount of Wisk detergent in the cap and filled the pipette. (Pipette?! When was the last time I said THAT word? Oh yeah. High school. College chemistry. Ugh.)
Then I drew a big A on the protein-stained swatch with the pipette.
Annalyn watched carefully as Wisk’s Stain Spectrum Technology started to work.
After a minute or so, I put the swatch into the beaker of water. Then we swished it around. (Yes, that’s the technical term. Duh!)
After we took the swatch out, we could see just how well – and how quickly! – the detergent works. Where I’d drawn the A, the stain was gone.
As you can see, Annalyn was VERY impressed.
And did I mention how GOOD Wisk smells?
This post will be linked to Works for Me Wednesday at We Are THAT Family and Wordful Wednesday at Seven Clown Circus.
Disclosure: This sponsored post on behalf of Wisk laundry detergent was facilitated by One2One Network. While I will be compensated for this post, the experiences and opinions expressed are my own.
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Wow. Next thing you know, she’ll be in real commercials. I usually roll my eyes when companies try to have their kids sell their products (especially local commercials), but this had me grinning all the way through. Way to go, Annalyn! I might just have to buy some Wisk after that! ;) Such a little actress and very photogenic! Could it be because she’s grown up in front of the camera?? ;) You’re gonna make a great SAHM, Mary. :)
Aww, thank you, chelley!
Very cool! (and WHAT a cutie!!!)
This is a great post; my son would love to do something like this. He is very into experiments and inventions. Thanks for sharing.
Happy WW… found you through Angie’s site. :)
Thanks for stopping by! One of the most fun parts was listening to my daughter try to SAY “experiment.” :)
Looks like such a fun experiment!
It was the most fun getting Annalyn all dressed up and then posing for pictures! :)
I gave you a Blog with Substance Award! http://www.107down.com/blog-with-substance-award/
Ohhh, thank you, Alana!
The lab coat looks absolutely adorable on Annalyn!
Thank you! She loves it – wanted to wear it again last night!
That’s not science. Kidding, Totally kidding, I just always have to say that when I hear the word science because it reminds me of Nacho Libre, my most favorite movie of all time. So yeah, sorry. Kidding. Whisk stain removal is science. And, if it can get the nasty grass stains offa every pair of #2s pants I’ll buy it for sure!
Haha! Oh, you just cracked me UP!!
You have one of the cutest lab assistants! What a fun activity for you to share with her.
Thank you! We DID have fun!
This was so cool. Who knew that laundry soap could be so educational. :)
Oh yeah, you should have seen the look on my daughter’s face when I tried to explain the science to her. Haha!
Happy WW! She is just too cute! Love the post. I use wisk to, and my Mom use to use it for special items. Have a great day & oh yes, I’d find you, but I can’t find it. Come by, and let me know where it’s at and I’ll come back. Have a good one!
Thanks! I hadn’t used Wisk before, but it seriously DOES work and smell so good!
I think your experiment helper there is beautiful! When did she become a little girl instead of a baby girl? She is just growing and is a DOLL! I think the goggles aged her a bit, but she could work with Mr. Wizard any day!
I know. It’s ridiculous. I keep telling her to stop growing, and she keeps saying, “I growin’, Mama.”
I’m part of this campaign, can’t wait to get my goodies too :)
It was a lot of fun! I hope you enjoy your experiment, too!
How neat, love the photo step by steps, and your daughter is too adorable.
Thank you! I don’t post the not-cute ones, you know. ;)
Oh my gosh, this was a hoot!!!
She’s over the top cute…you know that, right?
Also, you’re speaking my language in laundry…not to be confused with my love language!
Well, I think so – but I’m a little biased. ;)
I use Wisk sometimes. What a cute photo shoot. Looks like there was lots of fun going ton too
It was fun. She wanted to put the lab coat and goggles on again the next night!
Just stopped by to see what you are up to and I must say your daughter is adorable!! I have seen pictures before but never stopped to point that out to you LOL! I bet she will love science in school because of this fun memory with you! I love you!
Thank you!