Experiments for Kids

Masterclasses on “experiments” for kids ages 3-12: simple science experiments at home. Ready-made scenarios with materials included.. Below is a list of ready-made masterclasses in this category.

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• Does an Orange Sink or Float?

  Children test whether an orange sinks with its peel on versus off — a surprising result that teaches the idea of density.

• The Spaghetti and Marshmallow Tower

  An engineering challenge: build the tallest tower possible using dry spaghetti and marshmallows within a time limit.

• Magic Goo: Solid or Liquid?

  A simple science experiment with cornstarch and water where children discover how a substance can behave like both a solid and a liquid.

• Magic Milk: A Color Explosion

  A simple, eye-catching experiment: drops of food coloring in milk swirl and mix the moment a drop of dish soap touches the surface.

• Baking Soda Volcano

  A simple, dramatic volcano eruption experiment — an introduction to the baking soda and vinegar reaction.

• Homemade Lava Lamp

  Children create an eye-catching "lava lamp" from water, oil, and an effervescent tablet, watching colorful bubbles rise and fall.

• Sink or Float?

  Children predict and test which objects will sink in water and which will float.