Looking for more hands on activities? Science is a great way to combine fun and learning for kids of all ages. Explore these age-appropriate science experiments and have some fun!
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Elephant ToothpasteIf you are not afraid of a little mess, try making elephant toothepaste. The kids love combingin the ingredients and then wathcing to see what happens. |
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Walking WaterThis is a fun way for the kids to learn about primary and secondary colors. Use the printable lesson provided on the website to help guide the experiment. |
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Bubble ExplosionHave fun wathcing the reaction when an acetic acid (vinegar), a base (baking soda), and dishsoap are combined. Instead of the acid and base reacting and releasing carbon dioxide gas, the dish soap traps the gas and bubbles are created. Watch the video below for a full explanation of the experiment. |
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Rain Cloud in a JarA simple experiment that demonstrates how clouds work and rain is produced. Use the printables provided on the site to help guide the kids through the experiment. | Supplies Needed:
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Floating EggFor this experiment test to see if an egg floats or sinks in water and try the experiment again using saltwater. Have the kids make predictions and discuss the results. Listen to the audio or read below for a full explanation of the experiment. |
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(To perform the floating egg experiment, take a cylinder or clear narrow cup (approx. 200ml in size), fill the cylinder with 100ml of water and carefully place the raw egg in the water. Notice in the picture on the left that the egg sinks. Next, remove the egg and add 1 Tbsp. of salt to the water and stir until it is dissolved. Place the egg back in the water and notice that the egg floats this time, as shown in the image on the right. Dissolving the salt in the water makes the saltwater more dense than the egg and therefore, the egg will float.) |
Alka Seltzer RocketTo perform the experiment, cutout and tape paper rocket to the film cannister with the opening at the bottom of the rocket. Fill the cannister 1/3 full with water, add a piece of an alka seltzer tablet, secure the lid on the cannister, shake the cannister, place the rocket on the ground, stand back and watch. For a fun demonstration or additional information, watch the video below or even check out Science Bob's website. |
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More Preschool Science FunIf you are looking for more fun science experiments for your little one(s), check out the provided websites for more ideas. | Resources: | |
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Science ExperimentsCheck out thes provided science websites to find an age appropriate experiment that your child would find interesting and fun. Have fun exploring and experimenting! |
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