Science Experiments and STEM Activities for Kids- Mommy Poppins

Creating a baking soda volcano is a classic science experiment for kids. Photo by Sara Marentette Nighswander

64 Easy Science Experiments for Kids to Do at Home

Execute mind-blowing science experiments with stuff you have around the house.

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Watch your sketch appear in this invisible ink science experiment!

Science Experiments for Kids: How to Make Invisible Ink

Write secret messages with this simple invisible ink recipe.

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How to Make Rock Candy with Kids

This rock candy recipe is easy to make at home.

Watch as the egg slides into the bottle!

How to Get an Egg into a Bottle: A Science Experiment with a Bit of Magic

Kids play both scientist and magician in this experiment.

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10 Simple and Fun Light Experiments for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Shine a light on these easy and magical experiments for toddlers and preschoolers.

Create colorful storm clouds out of shaving cream and food coloring.

25 Preschool Science Experiments: Simple Science for Toddlers through Kindergarten Kids

These preschool science experiments are simple and fun.

A bubbling lemon is an easy and colorful science fair project for all ages.

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DIY projects for your smallest tinkerers, explorers, and scientists.

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Check out what a little warm water does to these Skittles.

A Colorful Skittles Science Experiment for Kids

Learn about water stratification with this colorful experiment.

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Try these cool and easy slime recipes for quick boredom busting fun.

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These programs teach kids how to code, build websites and apps, and more.

Make bubbles strong enough to catch and bounce in with fun science experiments for kids.

15 Backyard Science Experiments for Messy Summer Fun

Build a worm tower or bake solar oven s'mores in these fun experiments.

Make a Lava Lamp with Kids for a Groovy Boredom Buster

Stuff you probably have at home can become this groovy science experiment.

Surprise your little valentines with sweet magic crayon messages.

Valentine STEM Activity for Kids: Magic Crayon Messages

Kids can use watercolor paint to reveal the hidden messages on these magical DIY valentines.

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Find crafts for kids, games, and more projects to spark kids' imaginations!

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The Pepper and Soap Experiment for Kids: Easy Science Activity To Do at Home

Show kids the importance of washing their hands in an easy science experiment.

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Watch your sketch appear in this invisible ink science experiment!

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