These quick and easy STEM activities for kids are easy to pull off, will help your child learn, and mostly importantly – they’re fun!
I have a 6-year-old, and he is at such a great age for doing fun science experiments at home. The experiments on this list are appropriate for young kids, particularly Kindergarteners. But even 3 or 4-year-olds will be able to enjoy most of them, with just a little guidance from an adult.
It’s easy to incorporate learning at home when you have activities that are hands-on and engaging. And these experiments will make your job – which is to engage your child’s natural curiosity – a cinch.
Because I’m kind of lazy, I really prefer experiments that can be done without too much of a fuss – for me that means experiments that don’t require me to run out and buy a bunch of supplies, or do any sort of elaborate set-up.
With that in mind, these experiments can be done with simple materials that you already have around the house. They are easy to set up, easy to clean up, and have a “wow” factor that young kids will love.
One thing to remember: when you’re exploring science with your child, don’t be afraid to test things out! These are experiments, after all. It’s great to follow the directions, but your child will probably learn even more with some freedom to try out different things.
The importance is more in the process of experimentation itself, rather than the outcome. That’s not to say you shouldn’t try to carry out the recommended steps at some point – but why not mix things up a bit to see what happens too? Science is naturally fun, and kids will enjoy it more when they’re engaged in the process.
I hope you and your little one will enjoy these easy, fun science experiments for kids – and learn something new along the way.
10 Cool Science Experiments for Kids
Magic Water!
This water suspension science experiment for kids is simple, quick, and a lot of fun for younger kids. It takes no time to prep and no cleanup is needed.
Frozone Ice Challenge
Test out the scientific process with this low-prep science project. Freeze some toys in water, and then help your child explore scientific tools as they free their toys from ice.
Fizzy Fun Jar
This super easy science experiment for kids takes just 5 minutes, and the result is awesome. The Fizzy Fun Jar teaches kids about effervescence.
Skittles Unicorn
Watch what happens when you ADD WATER to this Skittles Unicorn! The results are SO COOL!
Color Explosion in a Jar
This easy science experiment for kids explores the properties of liquid densities. There are lots of cool liquid density experiments, and this one is a hit!
Coloured Ice Cube Surprise: A Baking Soda and Vinegar Experiment
Kids can explore chemical reactions with this fun and colorful experiment!
Walking Water
The Walking Water science experiment is a wonderful, colorful and fun way to teach kids about absorption and mixing primary colors.
Lava Layers! Liquid Density Science Experiment
In this simple 4 step liquid density science experiment, your child will get to create a "volcanic" eruption in a jar.
Easy Heart Pump Model: Cardiovascular STEM for Kids
Create a working heart model with simple at-home materials and watch it really pump!
At Home Chemistry: Cleaning Pennies with Ketchup
Can ketchup really clean a penny? Challenge your kids with this fun science experiment they will love.
Let me know what your favorite experiment is in the comments!
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