Kids science experiments are always fun. Through experiment, kids learn to discover lots of things themselves. My son starts using his magnet to try out things at home to determine if it is magnetic when he learns about magnetic. He has such a fun time discovering magnetic and non-magnetic things. Through the process, he also learns how magnetic is used in appliances.
Science experiment is required in order to learn about a concept or theory. Through experiment, kids learn to explore, observe, question and prove facts. Very often, we can leave our kids to try out experiments themselves, as this is part of learning. However, some experiments may require adult supervision.
When our elementary kids start to embark on science experiments, some of the parents’ consideration would be: - Will the experiments be safe? - How much will it cost?
In fact, easy science experiments need not be costly and can be relatively safe. Food ingredients, kitchen utensils and many things found at home are good source for simple science experiments. We just need to inject our creativity how these resources can be turn into fun and easy science experiment to teach kids about science. Here are some videos for you to enjoy.
Cabbage indicator to test liquid acidity
Milk and food coloring to understand surface tension
Water and food coloring to understand heat and pressure - parental supervision required.
There are times when it may be too dangerous or one is unable to embark on a certain experiment, you may want to consider science online games. These science games help to stimulate the science experiment but without any danger to the kids and damage to the environment.