My friend Megan is here today with a fun science activity perfect for preschoolers! Oh the joys of simple science experiments! There’s a feeling of awesomeness that bubbles up inside you when you are uncovering answers and testing your hypotheses–it’s so empowering. And while there are tons of super cool science experiments out there it’s…
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Science Activities for Kids
My kids love learning with simple science experiments. Scientific explorations teaches kids patience, encourages curiosity and is also just a lot of fun!
Most of our science projects are easy to do at home, with common household materials. We have ideas for toddlers and tweens and everyone in between. You will find everything from plant science, to chemical reactions, to harnessing the power of electricity. There is something for every interest and skill level.
Peruse our archive of ideas or see a list on our Giant List of Indoor Activities for Kids.
The Colorful Cabbage Juice Science Experiment
As you know, I love at home science experiments. This acid-base science experiment using a cabbage juice indicator is fun, colorful and seems quite magical. It is perfect for older kids who want to learn about the scientific method and it is great for younger kids who are still simply exploring the wonders of science….
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Experimenting with Electric Play Dough (AKA Squishy Circuits)
I’ve always wanted to do a squishy circuit experiment with my kids, but you know me. While we love science experiments around here, I find it challenging to collect all the requisite parts for a project if I don’t already have them in my home. Then, two things happened this summer. One, the boys came home…
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Water Refraction Science Experiment
This water refraction science experiment has such a “wow factor” and is so quick and easy I can’t believe my kids and I haven’t done it before. It would fit right in with our DIY science camp series, too. Best of all, there is almost no set up, but once I showed it to the…
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Explore and Create: Science Art Projects
Participating in the STEAM Power Camp series this year has given me a new found appreciation for the marriage of science and art. As you know, I have a special appreciation for math art, but I haven’t always thought of science and art in that way. Well, no more! The artistic beauty of science is…
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Spinning Noise Maker (Science of Sound)
It’s the final week of STEAM summer camp and we are exploring the world of SOUND today. Since I knew my boys would take delight in making a toy that they could use to annoy one another, a buzzing, spinning noise maker seemed like the perfect science project. But don’t let my kids’ sibling rivalry deter you! These…
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Summer Must-Do: Ice Cream in a Bag
It’s the fourth week of S.T.E.A.M. summer camp and this week the theme is our sense of taste. Well, duh. Of course we are going to make ice cream! Can you believe I have never made ice cream in a bag? It’s such an old school project! Just like last week’s milk carton candles! When…
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Science Craft for Kids: Milk Carton Candles
It’s the third week of S.T.E.A.M. Summer Camp and this week the theme is the sense of smell. Truth be told, I had a bit of trouble coming up with something for this theme. I had another idea that didn’t work out, but never mind, because as I explained in last year’s DIY Summer Science Camp, failure…
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Old School Fun: Make a Thaumatrope
Have you ever made a thaumatrope? It’s an easy way to combine science learning with a bit of craftiness. I’m a pushover for old school DIY toys, especially the ones I remember making when I was a kid. A thaumatrope is a groovy, optical toy that teaches kids about “persistence of vision”. Sounds fancy, right?…
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All You Need for a DIY Summer Science Camp
Last summer the boys and I created our own DIY summer science camp. It was very casual and so simple, and the boys always asked, “What are we going to try this week?” Every week, we did a new science experiment and shared them in collaboration with Megan at Coffee Cups and Crayons. For your…
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