Home Fun Experiments for Kids
Perfect for home experiments with everyday materials
Walking Water Experiment: Amazing Capillary Action for Kids
Demonstrates capillary action and absorption. Shows how plants transport water and introduces color mixing.
Fizzy Colors Science: Baking Soda and Vinegar Reaction for Preschool
Introduces acid-base reactions and gas production (CO2). Visual and tactile learning about chemical reactions.
Homemade Slime Recipe: Easy Polymer Science Experiment for Kids
Introduces polymer chemistry and cross-linking. Shows how liquid becomes solid through molecular bonding.
Density Tower Experiment: Rainbow Liquid Layers Science for Kids
Teaches density and why liquids separate. Demonstrates that different substances have different densities and don't mix.
Crystal Growing Experiment: Make Rock Candy Sugar Crystals at Home
Teaches crystallization and supersaturation. Shows how molecules arrange in regular patterns over time.
Mentos and Diet Coke Experiment: Epic Geyser Eruption Science
Demonstrates nucleation and rapid gas release. Steve Spangler's viral experiment showing pressure and CO2.
Floating and Sinking: Density and Buoyancy Experiment for Toddlers
Introduces density and buoyancy basics. Develops prediction and observation skills.
Balance Experiment: Center of Gravity Science for Elementary Kids
Introduces center of gravity and equilibrium. Shows weight distribution and balance.
Egg Drop Challenge: Physics Engineering Design Project for Kids
Teaches impulse, energy absorption, and engineering design. STEM problem-solving activity.
Ant Farm Observation: Insect Social Behavior Science for Young Kids
Teaches insect social behavior and ecosystems. Living science observation project.
Bird Beak Adaptation: Natural Selection Science Game for Students
Demonstrates adaptation and natural selection. Shows how body structures match functions.
Mold Growth Experiment: Fungi and Environmental Factors Study
Teaches fungi biology and environmental factors. Shows optimal conditions for microorganism growth.
Fingerprint Analysis: Genetics and Heredity Science for Students
Teaches genetic traits and individual uniqueness. Forensic science introduction.
Day and Night Cycle: Earth Rotation Science for Young Children
Teaches Earth's rotation and day-night cycle. Visual demonstration of our planet's motion.
Sand and Water Erosion: Landform Science for Toddlers
Introduces erosion and landscape changes. Shows water's power to shape land.
Earthquake Shake Table: Seismic Activity and Building Science
Teaches earthquake destructive power. Introduces engineering and structural stability concepts.
Rock Cycle: Sedimentary, Metamorphic, and Igneous Rock Formation
Demonstrates three rock types and transformation cycle. Shows how rocks continuously change.
Tornado in a Bottle: Vortex Formation and Storm Science
Demonstrates vortex formation and angular momentum. Shows how tornadoes and whirlpools work.
DIY Lava Lamp Experiment: Easy Density Science for Young Kids
Teaches density differences between oil and water. Shows gas bubbles and introduces the concept of immiscible liquids.
Elephant Toothpaste Experiment: Awesome Foam Eruption Science for Kids
Demonstrates catalytic decomposition and exothermic reactions. Shows how catalysts speed up chemical reactions dramatically.
Color Changing Flowers: Capillary Action and Plant Science for Kids
Demonstrates plant vascular systems and capillary action. Cross-disciplinary biology and chemistry lesson.
Magnet Exploration: Magnetic Force Science for Toddlers
Introduces magnetism and classification skills. Hands-on learning about magnetic materials.
Shadow Puppet Science: Light and Shadows for Preschool Kids
Teaches light travel and shadow formation. Introduces concepts of light source and opaque objects.
Static Electricity Butterfly: Electrostatic Force for Kids
Teaches static electricity and charge attraction. Visual demonstration of electrostatic forces.
DIY Electric Motor: Electromagnetism Science Experiment for Students
Introduces electromagnetic induction and energy conversion. Shows electricity creating motion.
Water Bottle Rocket: Air Pressure and Newton's Laws for Kids
Teaches air pressure, thrust, and Newton's Third Law. Dramatic demonstration of pressure energy.
Growing Bean Sprouts: Plant Life Cycle Observation for Preschoolers
Teaches plant growth and life cycles. Develops observation and recording skills.
Leaf Rubbing Art: Plant Diversity and Structure for Kids
Introduces plant diversity and structure. Combines art with nature observation.
Butterfly Life Cycle: Complete Metamorphosis Science for Preschool
Teaches complete metamorphosis and life cycles. Full transformation in real time.
Celery Color Change: Plant Vascular System and Capillary Action
Demonstrates plant vascular systems and capillary action. Makes invisible water transport visible.
Weather Observation Chart: Daily Meteorology for Preschoolers
Develops observation skills and weather awareness. Introduces data collection and pattern recognition.
Rock Collection: Geology and Classification Science for Young Kids
Introduces geological materials and classification skills. Develops observational abilities.
Solar System Scale Model: Planets and Space Science for Elementary
Demonstrates astronomical scale and planetary arrangement. Makes space distances comprehensible.
Fossil Making: Paleontology and Fossilization Process for Kids
Teaches fossilization process. Introduces paleontology and how we know about ancient life.
Stream Table Erosion: River Geomorphology and Sediment Transport
Teaches fluvial processes and landform development. Shows how rivers shape landscapes.
Moon Phases with Oreos: Lunar Cycle Demonstration for Students
Makes lunar phases tangible and memorable. Shows relationship between moon position and appearance.
Magic Milk Experiment: Color Fireworks Science with Soap and Milk
Teaches surface tension and fat molecule interaction with soap. Visual demonstration of molecular movement.
Rainbow Milk Science Experiment: Magic Color Explosion for Preschoolers
Introduces surface tension and molecular movement. Children observe a visible chemical reaction showing how soap breaks down fat molecules in milk.
Color Mixing Magic: Primary Colors Science for Toddlers
Teaches color theory basics and observation skills. Introduces the concept of primary and secondary colors.
Baking Soda Volcano Experiment: Classic Erupting Science for Elementary Kids
Classic demonstration of acid-base reaction producing CO2 gas. Teaches about chemical reactions, gases, and volcanic eruptions.
Invisible Ink Experiment: Secret Messages with Lemon Juice Chemistry
Teaches oxidation reactions. The acid in lemon juice weakens paper and turns brown when heated.
Balloon Rocket Experiment: Newton's Third Law for Preschoolers
Introduces Newton's Third Law (action-reaction). Shows thrust and motion basics in a fun, visual way.
Ramp Races: Gravity and Friction Science for Young Children
Teaches gravity, friction, and inclined planes. Introduces experimental variables.
Paper Airplane Science: Aerodynamics and Flight for Elementary Kids
Teaches aerodynamics, lift, and gravity balance. Engineering design process through iterations.
Penny Drop Challenge: Surface Tension Water Science Experiment
Demonstrates surface tension. Shows how soap breaks hydrogen bonds between water molecules.
Rainbow Light Refraction: Prism Science Experiment for Young Students
Teaches light refraction and dispersion. Shows how white light contains all colors.
Newton's Cradle: Momentum and Energy Transfer Demonstration
Demonstrates conservation of momentum and energy. Classic physics demonstration of energy transfer.
Pulley System: Simple Machines and Mechanical Advantage Experiment
Teaches simple machines and mechanical advantage. Shows how pulleys reduce force needed.
Five Senses Exploration: Human Body Science Activities for Toddlers
Introduces human sensory systems. Develops awareness of how we perceive the world.
Heart Rate Exercise Lab: Cardiovascular System Science for Kids
Teaches cardiovascular system and exercise effects. Introduces data collection and graphing.
Earthworm Habitat: Decomposer Science and Soil Biology for Kids
Teaches decomposers' role in ecosystems. Shows how worms improve soil health.
DNA Extraction from Strawberries: Genetics Lab for Elementary Students
Teaches genetics and cell structure. Makes invisible DNA visible to naked eye.
Owl Pellet Dissection: Food Chain and Predator Biology Lab
Teaches food chains and carnivore digestion. Real-world forensic biology investigation.
Photosynthesis Oxygen Production: Plant Biology Experiment
Demonstrates photosynthesis and gas exchange. Makes oxygen production visible.
Cloud in a Jar: Weather and Condensation Science for Preschool
Demonstrates condensation and cloud formation. Shows warm air rising and cooling.
Water Cycle in a Bag: Evaporation and Precipitation Science
Demonstrates complete water cycle in miniature. Shows three states of water transformation.
Layers of Earth Model: Planetary Structure Science with Play Dough
Teaches Earth's internal structure and composition. Makes abstract concept tangible.
Greenhouse Effect Model: Climate Change Science Experiment
Demonstrates greenhouse gas effect on temperature. Introduces climate change mechanisms.
About Home Fun Experiments
Home Fun experiments are perfect for young scientists who want to explore science in this setting. Our experiments are designed to be safe, educational, and fun, with step-by-step instructions and video demonstrations.