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Easter Science Activities for Kids

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When I started looking for Easter science activities, I was blown away by all the fun and amazing experiments I found.

There are Easter twists on classic experiments, science with Easter candy, science with eggs, and more fun ideas. I’ve got a whole list of things I want to try at home now.

Where to start? I have no idea! Which one of these Easter science activities do you want to try first?

Have fun learning with these Easter Science Activities for Kids. Experiment with Easter candy, eggs, and even learning in the garden. These science experiments are fun, simple, and great to do at home.

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Egg Science Activities

Add a twist to the classic naked egg experiment with this Rainbow Naked Eggs Experiment at Schooling a Monkey.

Create a cool spider web pattern on eggs when you make these Spider Eggs at JDaniel4’s Mom.

Walk on raw eggs without cracking them with this science project from Housing a Forest.

Learn about osmosis and make Shrinking Eggs at Science Sparks.

Use your empty eggshells to make Egg Geodes with Tinkerlab.

Can you dye a brown egg? Find out with this simple experiment from EDventures for Kids.

Try some science while you dye your eggs with this Volcano Egg Dying project from Housing a Forest.

How strong is an eggshell? Find out with this egg science experiment from Science Sparks.

Have fun learning with these Easter Science Activities for Kids. Experiment with Easter candy, eggs, and even learning in the garden. These science experiments are fun, simple, and great to do at home.

Easter Candy Science Experiments

Use your leftover jelly beans for this fun Jelly Bean Color Experiment at Crafty Morning.

What happens with you add Peeps to different liquids? Find out with this Peeps Science Experiment from Gift of Curiosity.

Try the classic sink or float experiment with your Easter candy with this fun Peeps Sink or Float experiment from Playdough to Plato.

Explore your sense of taste with this simple science Jelly Bean Taste Test from Childhood 101.

Measure, collect data, and microwave your Peeps with these fun Peeps science ideas from Lemon Lime Adventures.

Find out how jelly beans react to different liquids with this simple Jelly Bean Science idea from Fantastic Fun and Learning.

Have fun learning with these Easter Science Activities for Kids. Experiment with Easter candy, eggs, and even learning in the garden. These science experiments are fun, simple, and great to do at home.

More Fun Easter Science Activities

Grow Easter Egg Crystals with Fantastic Fun and Learning.

Or, you can make a different sort of crystal with these Salt Crystal Easter Eggs from Schooling a Monkey.

Explore physics and ramps with these Plastic Egg Races from Little Bins for Little Hands.

Do some Easter-inspired plant science when you try to grow a carrot top at Laughing Kids Learn.

Use plastic eggs to experiment with magnets with this fun Magnet Science idea from Modern Preschool.

Or, you can experiment with Magnetic Eggs like these from Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls.

Have you made up your mind yet? Which of these Easter science activities are you going to try first?

Have fun learning with these Easter Science Activities for Kids. Experiment with Easter candy, eggs, and even learning in the garden. These science experiments are fun, simple, and great to do at home.

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Have fun learning with these Easter Science Activities for Kids. Experiment with Easter candy, eggs, and even learning in the garden. These science experiments are fun, simple, and great to do at home.

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Awesome Apple Science Experiments

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Apples, apples, everywhere.

I don’t know about you, but I can’t go anywhere in September without finding fun apple stuff, from apple desserts to apple games, and even fun apple science projects.

That’s right, we’re going to take those apples, have some fun, and do a little apple science.

Learn and have fun with one of these awesome Apple Science experiments for kids. This fun fall science is always fun to do!

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You’ll find fun chemistry experiments and a few physics experiments. Plus, you’ll even try a few kitchen science experiments.

These fun projects are all great ways to have fun and learn at home.

Learn and have fun with one of these awesome Apple Science experiments for kids. This fun fall science is always fun to do!

Awesome Apple Science Experiments

Combine science and art when you make this fun Fizzing Apple Art Project at Kids Play Box.

Do a twist on the classic baking soda and vinegar volcano when you experiment with Apple Volcanoes at The Resourceful Mama.

Explore gravity when you try this Apple Races physics project from Little Bins for Little Hands.

How many pennies does it take to get an apple up an inclined plane? Answer the question when you try this fun experiment at Kid Minds.

Find out what happens to an apple under various conditions when you try this simple Apple Rotting Experiment from Gift of Curiosity.

Can you make an apple lose weight? Explore weight with this fun Apple STEM Weight Loss Experiment from JDaniel4’s Mom.

Learn and have fun with one of these awesome Apple Science experiments for kids. This fun fall science is always fun to do!

More Fun Apple Science Projects

Can you turn an apple into a boat? Little Bins for Little Hands shows you in this fun STEM challenge.

Use acids and bases from your kitchen to see how they effect apples with this simple science experiment from Coffee Cups and Crayons.

Turn an apple into a shrunken head with this spooky science project from Teach Beside Me.

Can you keep an apple from browning? Test your theories with this fun experiment from Kitchen Counter Chronicles.

How does heat change an apple? Answer this question in the kitchen when you make up a batch of Slow Cooker Applesauce from Creative Family Fun.

Don’t these all sound like fun? Grab some apples, put on your thinking cap, and try one (or all) of these fun apple science experiments.

Learn and have fun with one of these awesome Apple Science experiments for kids. This fun fall science is always fun to do!

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Fun Night Sky Activities for Kids

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The night sky is such an endlessly fascinating subject. It’s so much fun to learn about the moon and the stars.

You’ll have so much fun trying out these fun and creative night sky activities for kids. Whether you play with outer space play dough or make a moon phases mobile, your kids (and you) will have tons of fun!

Have fun learning about the moon, space, and stars with these awesome night sky activities and crafts for kids. These space themed ideas are awesome!

If you’re looking to extend your study of the night sky, or just looking for a great family activity, this list should have you covered. Pick out one, or two, or all of the ideas and have some fun.

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Fun Night Sky Activities for Kids

Play and learn with a homemade constellation geoboard from Babble Dabble Doo.

Make a shooting star spinning toy with this fun STEM activity from Teach Beside Me.

Do a simple experiment to learn how and why there are different moon phases with We-Made-That.com.

Learn about the different moon phases and make a moon phase mobile.

Make DIY constellation cards and learn about some of the myths behind them with How Wee Learn.

Shine the constellations on your wall with a homemade constellation projector from Playground Parkbench.

Learn about some of the different constellations with this Constellation Sewing Cards from Kids Activities Blog.

Make your own constellation wall hangings with this simple constellation sewing project.

Create your own moon phase calendar with What Do We Do All Day?

Make your own DIY Puffy Paint Moon with Rainy Day Mum.

Have fun learning about the moon, space, and stars with these awesome night sky activities and crafts for kids. These space themed ideas are awesome!

Make some constellation art with rocks and sidewalk chalk with Creekside Learning

Learn about the planets with this DIY Planet Board Game from Inspiration Laboratories.

Have fun playing with homemade outer space playdough from NurtureStore

Learn how craters are formed and make your own moon craters with Science Sparks.

Make a cardboard space shuttle and travel to far off galaxies with Mama Smiles.

Make yourself into a constellation with Relentlessly Fun, Deceptively Educational.

Play with a simple constellation sensory bag from Playground Parkbench.

Use watercolors to make beautiful space paintings with this fun technique from Adventure in a Box.

Head out and explore the night sky with these tips for a successful star gazing night and printable night sky journal pages.

Go on a star gazing scavenger hunt with this printable guide from Real Life At Home.

Have a great time crafting and learning with these fun night sky activities for kids. Which ideas do you think you’re going to try?

Have fun learning about the moon, space, and stars with these awesome night sky activities and crafts for kids. These space themed ideas are awesome!

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Jack Be Nimble Science Activity

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I’ve always had a soft spot for nursery rhymes.

My girls grew up with them. We read tons of nursery rhyme books, did a lot of crafts, and now we’re going to do some nursery rhyme science experiments.

We experimented with candles for this Jack Be Nimble Science activity. It was so much fun!

Explore how fire needs oxygen to burn with this simple Jack Be Nimble science activity for kids. How long will Jack's candle burn?

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But first, a word of caution

This science experiment uses fire. Please use caution and make sure there is an adult helper every step of the way.

Gather your supplies

You’ll need the following supplies:

2 tealights

2 candle-safe saucers or candle holders (we used the saucers from our dishes set)

Lighter

Drinking glass (choose a clear glass one so you can see the candle underneath)

Timer

Explore how fire needs oxygen to burn with this simple Jack Be Nimble science activity for kids. How long will Jack's candle burn?

Set up your Jack Be Nimble science activity

Set a tea light on each saucer and place them side by side. Make sure there is enough room to put the glass over one of your candles.

Prepare your timer. We used the timer app on my phone.

Finally, light both of your candles.

Everything needs to be set up before you start this experiment.

Make your predictions

What will happen if you put the drinking glass over one of the candles? Which candle is going to stay lit the longest? How much longer do you think it will be?

Take the time to discuss with your kids about what they think will happen during this experiment.

Explore how fire needs oxygen to burn with this simple Jack Be Nimble science activity for kids. How long will Jack's candle burn?

It’s time to experiment

This experiment moves fast, so be ready!

Place your drinking glass over one of your lit candles. Start your time as soon as you set your glass over the candle.

Hint: Use both hands! Hold the glass with one hand and start the time with the other.

Keep a watch on the candles. As soon as one candle goes out, stop the timer.

Which candle stayed lit the longest? How long did it take to go out?

Explore how fire needs oxygen to burn with this simple Jack Be Nimble science activity for kids. How long will Jack's candle burn?

The science behind this experiment

Fire needs two things to burn: oxygen and fuel. If you take one of these away, your fire will burn out. When we placed the drinking glass over our candle, we reduced the amount of oxygen. It didn’t take long for our fire to use up that bit of oxygen. Our candle burned out in under six seconds! Our second candle had a constant supply of oxygen, so it stayed lit until we blew it out.

What was the result of your experiment? How long did your candle underneath the glass stay lit?

Explore how fire needs oxygen to burn with this simple Jack Be Nimble science activity for kids. How long will Jack's candle burn?

If you enjoyed this Jack Be Nimble science activity, the above photo is perfect for sharing on Facebook or you can save the picture below on Pinterest.

Explore how fire needs oxygen to burn with this simple Jack Be Nimble science activity for kids. How long will Jack's candle burn?

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Tips for Observing the Night Sky for Kids

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You can learn all about the phases of the moon and learned and constellations through activities and books. But one of the best ways to learn is to do the real thing and go stargazing. Observing the night sky for kids is a fun and valuable activity that also perfect for family time.

Stargazing is the perfect activity for a fun family night. It doesn’t require any special equipment. It won’t cost any money. And, if you’re lucky, you may not have to go further than your own front yard.

Grab a thermos of hot chocolate and some snacks. Pack a blanket or two, if it’s cold, and head outside.

Great tip for observing the night sky for kids. Plus, you can write down your observations in this free printable night sky journal.

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Tips for successful stargazing:

Keep a close eye on the weather report. Choose a night that is clear with little to no cloud coverage.

Dress for the weather and remember that it will be colder at night. Bring blankets for sitting on the ground and for extra warmth.

Choose an area with as little excess light as possible. Stay away from street lights and other city lights. The darker it is, the more stars you will see in the sky. Bring your own flashlight for the times when you need a little extra light.

Do your homework. Be able to identify a few constellations and that night’s moon phase. Bring along a star map and know how to read it. You’ll be better able to help your kids have a successful night of stargazing if you equip yourself with some knowledge.

Look for the moon.

If you’re observing the night sky for the first time or are viewing it with preschool-age or younger children, a good starting place is the moon.

Know what that night’s moon phase will be. A full moon night is a fun time for a night sky observation!

There are many easy ways to check the moon phase. I have Moon Phase Pro, an Android app, on my Kindle Fire to keep track of the moon phases. Moon Calendar is a good app for Apple products. If you don’t want to use an app, you can check out a free moon phase calendar at MoonConnection.com.

It’s fun to observe the night sky a few days in a row to see how the moon changes every night.

Great tip for observing the night sky for kids. Plus, you can write down your observations in this free printable night sky journal.

Keep a night sky journal

Invite your school-age kids to keep a night sky journal for a few days. Record the night’s moon phase. Look for constellations and draw the ones that you saw.

Compare your journal pages over a few days and note any changes.

I made a simple night sky journal page, free for you to print out and use. Please click here to download and print the journal page. If you want to do something a bit more simple, invite your child to draw or write their observations in a small notebook.

More fun ways to observe the night sky for kids:

The Flourishing Abode has a fun family stargazing night already planned, including a fun printable.

This video from PBS Parents – Adventures in Learning has more helpful tips for stargazing with your kids as wells as information about making your own pocket star guides.

Have you ever gone stargazing with your kids? What are your best tips for observing the night sky for kids?

Great tip for observing the night sky for kids. Plus, you can write down your observations in this free printable night sky journal.

If you enjoyed this night sky for kids post, the above photo is perfect for sharing on Facebook or you can share the photo below on Pinterest.

Great tip for observing the night sky for kids. Plus, you can write down your observations in this free printable night sky journal.

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