This Fizzing Cauldrons Science Experiment for Kids is the perfect science activity to do this October. We LOVE doing fizzing/erupting science experiments.. And changing them up for different seasons/holidays helps to keep my students engaged and excited for what may happen next.
In this blog post I’m sharing all the details for what you need and the instructions for how you can make these fizzing cauldrons with your students too.
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What You Need
- Mini Witch Cauldrons. (USA Shopping Link Here. UK Shopping Link Here.)
- Bicarb. (USA Shopping Link Here. UK Shopping Link Here.)
- Distilled vinegar. (USA Shopping Link Here. UK Shopping Link Here.)
- Food Coloring. (USA Shopping Link Here. UK Shopping Link Here.)
- A Sensory Tray. (USA Shopping Link Here. UK Shopping Link Here.)
- Pipettes. (USA Shopping Link Here. UK Shopping Link Here.)
Instructions
- Place mini cauldrons in your sensory tray.
- Scoop a spoonful of baking soda into each of the cauldrons.
- Squeeze some food coloring on top of the baking soda in each cauldron.
- Students use pipettes or spoons to pour vinegar into the cauldrons.
- When the vinegar mixes with the baking soda, it will cause an explosion!
- As the ‘explosions’ happen and they overspill from the cauldron, your students will be able to see different colors.
Helpful Links
You may also be interested in;
- Witch Cauldron Sun Catcher Craft (Free)
- Erupting Pumpkin Science Experiment
- Spider Fine Motor Sensory Bin
- Haunted House Editable Name Craft
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