We love fun kids’ science and this easy rainbow jar activity is one of our all-time FAVORITES! With just a few common household ingredients like dish soap and honey, little scientists can actually pour a rainbow in a jar. There’s no need for any magic – just 100% kid-friendly science. Follow the simple step-by-step below…
Wondering how to make homemade butter? This quick and easy science activity combines two of kids’ favorite things: food and science. My children were riveted watching the cream go through its various stages to become butter and couldn’t wait to taste the homemade goodness. With a few simple supplies and a little muscle power, you…
There’s just something about the colors of the rainbow that make projects seem a little happier, don’t you think?! These 25 rainbow activities for kids are sure to bring smiles as children play along with fun and colorful math, science and literacy projects. For more STEM-related activities, check out our Epic STEM Bundle in our shop! Rainbow Activities…
Since nothing screams “motivation” quite like rainbows and unicorns, right!? These rainbow and unicorn centers are the perfect way to learn many different subjects at once. This month’s Plato Pack is filled with magical math, literacy and STEM centers that are guaranteed to banish the B word forever. Snag these awesome rainbow and unicorn centers…
Calm down jars offer a quick way to refocus kids and help them manage difficult emotions. It’s hard to keep feeling angry or upset when there is such a mesmerizing bottle in your hands! These jars include more than just glitter, and offer nearly endless ways to play. Whether you’re looking for a basic tranquil jar…
In this Skittles Rainbow kids’ science experiment, we used candy from my daughter’s Halloween stash to create a beautiful rainbow in a jar. It was so easy and fun my 4 year old didn’t mind sacrificing a little bit of her candy in the name of science. Follow the simple step-by-step below and then snag…
When it comes to kids’ science, it doesn’t get much simpler than making a tornado in a jar. This five minute activity uses just two common household ingredients and has a big wow factor. It’s easy AND exciting. Gotta’ love that kind of kids’ science! Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more…
Bring a little color and magic with this super simple and fascinating science experiment for kids. Like our rainbow jar, rainbow milk is a simple science activity with a big “WOW!” factor. Follow the simple step-by-step below and then grab 30 more easy-to-follow science experiments kids will beg to repeat (plus a no prep science journal…
Make learning about states of matter fun for kids with this motivating, easy prep activity pack!
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
–> Colorful states of matter posters
–> Easy prep science journal for recording results
–> Interactive flap book
–> Clip and sort activity
–> States of matter clip cards
–> 8 hands-on science experiments
–> Rainbow Jar
–> Water Cycle in a Bag
–> Yeast Balloons
–> Ice Excavation
–> Mystery Balloons
–> Butter in a Jar
–> Balloon Balance
–> Ice Cream in a Bag
The ready-to-teach activity pack gives you everything you need to make states of matter engaging and memorable for kids!
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These magic fizzing popsicle paints are an awesome kids’ science project for all ages. One hot day a few weeks ago, I pulled out a batch of the magical popsicles from our freezer and invited my 4 year-old daughter to start painting. She was thrilled when her masterpiece began fizzing! Ready to make your own…
There are so many fun ways to sneak in kids’ science – make a rainbow in a jar, turn a flower two different colors, whip up some pop rockets. This simple balloon science experiment is a quick prep way to help kids learn about air pressure. It’s a little bit of science magic! For more science fun,…
This simple kids’ science experiment uses an apple and your kiddo’s own germs to show little ones just how important hand washing is now that cold season is upon us. Once my 4 year-old daughter could visually see the germs that were on her hands, all battles over proper hand washing have ceased! Ready for…
The final countdown to Easter has officially begun. I’m not sure who is more excited for our family egg hunt – my kids or ME. To get into the spirit, we’re spending the week playing Easter-themed math, reading and science activities. Take a peek at what’s in store by checking out this roundup of…
Earth Day is the perfect time to learn how we can make our planet a healthier, cleaner place to live. These 20 Earth Day activities include our favorite earth-friendly crafts, science experiments and projects from across the web. Get ready for some serious fun!! And speaking of science fun, check out our 30 Science Experiments in our…
This kids’ science activity is a jaw-dropping fun way to teach little Einsteins about the strength of arches. How can a hen sit on an egg and not break it, but a chick can peck its way out? To find the answer, just walk on eggs. Like our Rainbow Jar activity, it’s a perfect kids…
Love is in the air at our house and we’ve begun getting ready for Valentine’s Day by mixing up some Love Potion. This easy Valentine’s Day science activity is a spin on our popular Rainbow Jar activity. To boot, it’s a great way to learn about density! For more science fun, check out our 30…
Looking for some fun St. Patrick’s Day activities with a math, science and literacy focus? You’ve come to the right spot. We’ve pulled together 25 of our favorite St. Patrick’s Day activities for kids in one spot. We hope your little leprechauns love them too! For more activities, join The Plato Pack and get unlimited…
STEM activities (Science Technology Engineering and Math) are all the buzz in education. Kids love finding out how things work through fun, hands-on projects and teachers love knowing that they’re preparing students for their techy future. These 40 kid-approved STEM activities are the perfect complement to the 150+ print-and-play STEM centers that are all available a VIP Plato Pack…
Teaching kids about states of matter? You’re in the right spot! These motivating, playful states of matter activities will keep young scientists learning and smiling for days. Grab your States of Matter Activity Pack in our shop or on Teachers Pay Teachers! States of Matter One of the first science concepts many children learn are the…
Little Einsteins will love this roundup of super fun kids’ science projects. It includes fun ways to learn about density, states of matter, life cycles and so. much. more. They’re the perfect complement to our Super Cool Science Kit! Topping the list is our most popular post to date – a simple density science experiment with a HUGE…
Guest post by Kindergarten and Preschool for Parents and Teachers. Young children learn with hands-on exploration using their five senses and movement. Of course you want them to learn to read, but do their eyes glaze over when you try to interest them in flashcards? Enter: a letter sound activity that requires movement and action!…
Looking for a magical, gorgeous and highly-addictive way to color Easter eggs?! These DIY volcano eggs are an awesome craft and science activity in one. With just baking soda and vinegar, you can make erupting eggs that are brilliantly colorful and tons of fun. For more science fun, check out our 30 Science Experiments in…
We love tie-dye, but could do without the dyed hands, repeated rinsing and stained sink. Enter: Sharpie tie-dye shirts to the rescue! This crafty kids’ science activity is the perfect solution! It’s a fun way to explore solvents with tie-dye but skip the mess. Want more kids’ science?! Hop over to our shop and snag our 30 Science…
There are so many home science experiments for kids! From learning about how clouds rain to making sun-dried raisins, this list of 20 favorite science activities promises to be fun for kids AND grown ups. No science labs needed! Get inspired below and then grab 30 easy-to-follow science experiments kids will beg to repeat (plus…
Teaching kids to read is one of the most important things on your daily to-do list. But making that learning FUN can feel daunting – it’s hard to know where to start. Enter: phonics games! When learning feels more like play than work, even reluctant readers will ask to practice it. And this roundup of…
These St. Patrick’s Day STEM Challenges are a must-try! The set is perfect to use in STEM centers, math stations or as early finisher tasks.
STUDENTS WILL LOVE:
–> Building 10 Irish objects out of LEGOS.
–> Helping leprechauns carry gold across water by creating a raft that really floats.
–> Learning about buoyancy by pouring a Skittles rainbow into a jar.
–> Using common kitchen supplies to make a chemical reaction that polishes “leprechaun coins”.
–> Adding on to and creating Skittles patterns.
And, to help you track students’ growth, all five STEM challenges include record sheets to help kids keep track of their answers.
Looking for motivating math centers for your Pre-K classroom? These 25 hands-on, ready to print activities teach shapes, counting to 20, writing numbers, patterns and graphing. The activities make it so easy to set up math stations! Just print, prep and play. Grab your mega pack of 25 Pre-K Math Centers in my shop or on Teachers Pay Teachers. For…
Such an easy way to add some hands-on, super cool science to your home or classroom!
When my three year-old looked at me with his big blue eyes and asked for help “writing like his daddy”, I immediately launched into super mommy mode – pulling together 18 motivating games that would develop his hand-eye coordination, arm and hand strength and grasp. The mega pack of fine motor activities is perfect to use as centers or homeschool…
Welcome Instagram friends! This is the place to find all of our latest posts in one spot. Simply scroll down and click on the activity you’re searching for – our newest posts are on top. Spring STEM Challenges in our shop // on Teachers Pay Teachers 3D Shape Puzzles Sticky Ice Rainbow Digraph Puzzles Egg…
Science just got a whole lot easier to add into your lesson plans! Using the easy-to-follow instructions and common household supplies, kids will whip up some magic rainbow milk, make raisins dance, create some fluffy Ivory Soap souffle, fish for ice, shine pennies and make water walk.
PLUS, your download also includes a no-prep science journal that goes along with the 30 jaw-dropping science experiments so kids can easily keep track of their results.
But that’s just the beginning! Get ready for plenty of “oohs” and “aahs.”
There’s so much included in this set! Check out all of the fun experiments below.
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
–> The Disappearing Egg Shell
–> Walking Water
–> Tornado in a Jar
–> Flying Tea Bags
–> Magic Balloons
–> Disappearing Skittles
–> Dancing Raisins
–> Volcano in a Jar
–> Rainbow Milk
–> Candy Chromatography
–> Water Cycle in a Bag
–> Crystal Names
–> Fireworks in a Jar
–> States of Matter Balloons
–> Dying Flowers
–> Fluffy Soap
–> Shining Pennies
–> Fishing for Ice
–> Sink or Float
–> Little Sprout House
–> Making Grapes
–> Lava in a Cup
–> Running Pepper
–> Sink and Float Oranges
–> Will it Melt?
–> Peppermint Fireworks
–> Sunscreen Science
–> Is it Magnetic?
–> Phases of the Moon
That’s more than 30 awesome science experiments PLUS a kid-friendly, no prep science journal. Get ready for some serious fun!!
Need some motivating, easy prep fine motor centers for your Pre-K or Kindergarten? I’ve got you covered!
These hands-on activities strengthen hand-eye coordination, hand muscles and fine motor skills kids need for writing later. The 18 motivating activities are great to use as literacy centers, morning work or home school lessons.
Check out all the fun details below!
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
–> Monster Googly Eye Gluing
–> Q-tip Ten Frame Painting
–> Cupcake Counting Cards
–> Gumball Jar Game
–> The Flip and Draw Game
–> Paperclip Chaining
–> The Great Hole Punch Race
–> Lacing Cards
–> Scissor Cutting Practice Pages
–> Rainbow Tracing Sheets
–> Frog Hop Stamping
–> Salt Tracing
–> Clip Cards
–> Rolling Goldfish Game
–> Puzzles
–> LEGO Pattern Cards
Bundle with our Pre-K Math Centers and Alphabet Packs and save!
Arts and crafts are a fun, easy way to keep the kids entertained. These 15 colorful projects are sure to get plenty of “oohs” and “aahs” from little artists. They’re fun to make and pretty to look at – a perfect combination! For more fun craft ideas, become a VIP Plato Pack member so you can get…
From making a rainbow in a jar to whipping up a batch of fizzy bath bombs, we’ve been doing plenty of fun kids’ science projects lately. Our newest science experiment, Magic Pipe Cleaners, is a simple prep, hands-on way to teach kids about magnetism. Grab our awesome 30 Science Experiments (complete with a no prep journal to record results!) in…
