Did you know that your version of Internet Explorer is out of date?
To get the best possible experience using our website we recommend downloading one of the browsers below.

Internet Explorer 10, Firefox, Chrome, or Safari.

Skip To Content

Brain Mold Demonstration

Activity Children

Available in English and French 

Use this activity to teach staff, parents or caregivers about how brain injuries* can be prevented by wearing a helmet.

Organization/Sponsor contact: City of Hamilton, Public Health Services – Child Safety Team (melody.rashwan@hamilton.ca)
Type of Activity: Demonstration
Target Audience: Children, Staff, Parents and/or Caregivers
Cost: Approximately $25.00 or less

  • Gelatin Brain Mold (can be found online): ~$10.00
  • Ingredients: ~$15.00

Timeline for Activity: Can be completed in an hour or less

Download Activity Instructions

*Note: Concussion is a popular topic right now. If you get a question about helmets and concussion, it’s important to know that helmets do not prevent concussion. But, you should emphasize that helmets do prevent other serious head injuries.