Author: Elke Crosson

This science experiment is one of three experiments listed in my recent post What melts ice the fastest? Here, we learn about insulation by creating a simple science experiment with whatever is on hand. Your little scientists will be thrilled that they get to design their insulators! STEM challenge: Design an insulator This is an excellent activity for young…

Which materials make ice cubes melt the fastest? Do some colors absorb more heat than others? And, can you stop ice from melting? This post explores these three questions using simple science experiments for kids! This is an excellent activity for young scientists – Especially those who love hypothesizing and designing! Learn why we think…

This science experiment is one of three experiments listed in my recent post What melts ice the fastest? Here, we learn about heat absorption by color by creating a simple science experiment with just paper and ice cubes. BTW, this activity is perfect for preschool science! And it’s also one of the 50 Science experiments…

Have you ever tried to inflate a balloon without using your mouth? In this experiment, you can! Create a self-inflating balloon by mixing vinegar and baking soda in an empty pop bottle to create carbon dioxide gas. If you secure a balloon on top of this bottle, it will capture the gas and blow the…

Looking for a fun and easy science experiment to do with your kids? Look no further! In this blog post, we will teach you how to make a bubble snake. This is a great activity for children of all ages and can be done with items that you probably have lying around the house. All…

We’ve compiled all of our favorite (and fun) science experiments for kids below. With a few simple ingredients or materials, your children can create cool projects and practice the scientific method with these easy science experiments. Make sure there is always adult supervision when experimenting! Oh, and this is totally optional, but you may want…

Have your kids ever gone down the slide and then delivered a startling shock when they touch you after? That’s static electricity at play! Explaining static electricity can be a little tricky, so why not show it? In this simple science experiment, you’ll learn how to create a tissue paper butterfly that is attracted to…

Looking for a fun and easy science experiment to do with your preschoolers? Try making lava lamps! All you need is mineral or vegetable oil, water, food coloring, and Alka-seltzer tablets for this fun homemade lava lamp. What is a homemade lava lamp? This is an excellent activity for young scientists! Learn why we think…

This ice excavation science activity is perfect for preschoolers on a hot summer’s day. It’s a great way to help them learn about states of matter by melting ice themselves and uncovering hidden objects. Plus, it’s a lot of fun! All you need to do is freeze fun objects in a block of ice, then…

This walking water experiment is the perfect science activity to do with kids on a rainy day, preschoolers included. All you need is 7 clear cups or containers, red, yellow, and blue food coloring, water, and paper towels. This is one of my all-time favorite science lessons because while it teaches kiddos about capillary action,…

Making a volcano experiment is a fun and easy way to teach your kids of all ages about science. All you need is baking soda, vinegar, and a little creativity! This is a great simple science experiment for kids of all ages, including pre-schoolers. And the best part is that it never gets old –…

Oobleck is simply a mixture of cornstarch and water… But it’s so much fun for toddler science! You can pour it like a liquid, but, if you squeeze it or hit it hard, it turns into a solid! How cool is that?! Your little ones will have a ton of fun exploring this super simple…