THE LAB

Three things to make and do

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1 Bake a wild blackberry crumble

Have a wild adventure picking ripe fruit and turning it into a delicious dessert.

What you need

• 450g ripe blackberries

• 2 tbsp caster sugar

• 225g plain flour (a gluten free equivalent will also work)

• 150g soft brown sugar

• 75g butter (or dairy-free equivalent)

• 1 tsp baking powder

• Mixing bowl

• Ovenproof dish

• Oven gloves

1 August and September are the best months for blackberry picking. Take a box or basket when you go out - and protect your hands with gloves. Remember to leave plenty of blackberries for the animals.

2 Rinse the blackberries in cold water and spread them out in a single layer in an ovenproof dish. Sprinkle caster sugar over the top of the berries.

3 Crumble the flour, brown sugar, butter and baking powder between your fingers in a mixing bowl. Do this until you end up with a mixture like breadcrumbs.

4 Sprinkle the crumble on your blackberries, making sure you spread an even layer over the top. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C/Gas mark 4 for 30-40 minutes or until the top looks golden.

5 Leave to cool somewhere safe before serving with cream, ice cream or crème fraîche. Enjoy!

2 Make an ink-jet boat

Use the magic of science to propel this leaf around a water tray.