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October 27, 2014

Classic Science Experiments for Kids

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My kids and I love doing science experiments at home. It’s the simple, classic experiments that end up having the coolest reactions and are the most fun.

Here are some of our favorite “must-do” classic science experiments for kids!

Classic Must Do Science Experiments for Kids!

Science Experiments for Kids

  • Create a geyser with the classic Mentos™ and Diet Coke experiment.
  • Make your own rock candy and study sugar crystals.
  • Study density with the easy liquid layers science experiment.
  • Watch raisins dance in soda with the simple kitchen science activity.
  • Make your own silly putty at home to play with.
  • Combine colors with the impressive (and easy!) walking water experiment for kids.
  • Create a baking soda and vinegar “explosion” and pop a baggie open.
  • Make magic milk with soap and food coloring to create swirling color art.
  • Take the M off and M&M™ during this simple dissolving activity.
  • Create a rubber egg by dissolving its shell.

Hands On Science Experiments Kids LOVE

Classic experiments are classic for a reason–they are super cool! Try these with your kids today. I bet you have most of the supplies in your kitchen already!

Don’t let the fun and discovery stop there!

We have TONS of science experiments your kids will love on our Super Cool Science Experiments for Kids page! 

The most fun science experiments for kids ever!

Take me to the experiments –> Super Cool Science Experiments for Kids

About Megan Sheakoski

Megan is the creator of Coffee Cups and Crayons, a blog full of simple fun and learning. She believes that kids’ activities don’t have to be complicated to be fun and that learning is better with play.

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  1. natalie wallace says

    October 27, 2014 at 8:59 am

    i love these experiments my little brother is being homeschooled and i do these cool experiments with him and he takes observations and works out problems with this website.
    thank you
    -Natalie-

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    • Megan Sheakoski says

      October 27, 2014 at 4:36 pm

      Yay! So glad he loves them Natalie!

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