Christmas is a chance to relax, but it also offers simple ways to explore science at home.
Experts say curiosity, not equipment, is all you need.
Professor Matthew Cobb of the University of Manchester suggests a flavour test using sweets.
Holding your nose while chewing shows how taste depends heavily on smell.
Laughter can also become an experiment.
Professor Sophie Scott from University College London says jokes work best in company, not alone.
A festive roast offers lessons in anatomy and movement.
Steve Brusatte of the University of Edinburgh recommends examining bird bones after dinner.
Chemistry appears in the kitchen too.
Andrea Sella from UCL explains how salt and ice can freeze custard into ice cream.
Even maths can join the fun.
Kit Yates of the University of Bath suggests using pine needles to estimate pi.
Together, these small experiments show science is everywhere, even at Christmas.
