Introduction
Science is a field that has always been a subject of interest to kids. They love to do experiments, get their hands dirty and take things apart. However, science is not just an interest for kids. It is also a field that brings in billions of dollars every year for the United States economy.
Kids can do science projects at home with the help of their parents or teachers and these are some great ideas for science projects for kids:
- Making a volcano out of baking soda and vinegar
- Experimenting with magnets
- Creating a rainbow in a jar by using oil and food coloring
- Building structures out of aluminum foil and toothpicks
3 Simple and Fun Science Projects
This section is about science experiments for kids. It contains 3 simple and fun science projects that are appropriate for children in elementary school.
1. Make a Rainbow:
This is an experiment to make a rainbow indoors. This project is really easy and can be done with just a few household items like paper, food coloring, water, and a clear plastic cup or jar. The materials are cheap, the process is simple and the results are beautiful!
2. Volcano:
Volcanoes are fascinating geological phenomena that fascinate kids of all ages! This experiment teaches kids about chemical reactions by asking them to create their own erupting volcano using baking soda, vinegar, salt and dish soap. This project also has some cool science behind it as well because it illustrates how lava flows
3. Building structures out of aluminum foil and toothpicks
Check out Sarah's blog here on the Tin Foil River - https://www.farmwifecrafts.com/tin-foil-river/
Amazing & easy experiment
A Guide to Everyday STEM Learning with Fun and Simple Ideas
STEM is a term that is used to describe the subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. These subjects are often considered to be boring and difficult. In order to make STEM more appealing to children and adults alike, it is important for them to have fun with it.
Do you have fun & educational STEM activities that sparked creativity, problem solving & overall critical thinking for your children?