Fun Kitchen Science Experiment: Why Do Apple Slices Turn Brown?
Kitchen Science Why Do Apples Turn Brown?
Have you ever wondered why apple slices turn brown when exposed to air? If you slice an apple and pack it for lunch you'...
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Jun
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Jun
Fun Summer Science: Fry an Egg on the Sidewalk
Summer Science: Fry an Egg on the Sidewalk
"It's so hot we could fry an egg on the sidewalk!" I know I've heard this growing up but guess what? I've never tried t...
20
May
Hand Sanitizer: How to make your own! (Updated with Chemistry Lesson)
It happens, you are in a pinch, the store is out of soap, your kid just touched the most disgusting thing ever or the cart at the grocery store -- well don't get...
16
Apr
Earth Day Cookies: Kids in the Kitchen!
Earth Day Cookies - Kids in the Kitchen
Looking for an Earth Day activity that takes little to no time at all? Maybe even with the added benefit that you ge...
03
Apr
Science for Kids: Magic Dancing Rice Experiment
Welcome to Green Kid Crafts! We combine art and science to make STEM fun and accessible so that kids can begin to see themselves as scientists, artists, and makers...
11
Mar
Constructing a Swimming Pool STEM Activity for Kids
Build a cool swimming pool for toys! This STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) project is great for hot summer days, or as an in...
22
Feb
Colorful Magic Milk Kitchen Science Activity
Colorful Magic Milk Kitchen Science Activity
One of my favorite activities in our magic science series here on the diy page is this magic milk experiment. The act...
04
Feb
Inflating Conversation Hearts
Inflating Conversation Hearts
With a few ingredients most have on hand, this inflating conversation hearts experiment doesn’t take long - and not only is it cute,...
11
Dec
12 Days of STEAM Christmas Projects for Kids
Gumdrop Engineering
From Lincoln Logs to Legos, the love of kids building their own structures stands the test of time. Using basic engineering coupled with creat...
06
Dec
Rice Krispies Treat Trees
Rice Krispies Treat Trees
Who doesn't love an ooey gooey Rice Krispie treat - child OR adult? Let's be real - they are a scrumptious marshmallow treat that is alway...
06
Dec
Dissolving Candy Canes
Dissolving Candy Canes
If you are looking for a quick holiday science experiment to stop your kids' brains from turning to mush on holiday break, look no further! I...
06
Dec
Candy Cane Cookie Cutter Ornaments
Candy Cane Cookie Cutter Ornaments
'Tis the season for homemade gifts kids can make and there is certainly no shortage of people who are on your list. Why not incor...
06
Dec
White Chocolate Christmas Bark
White Chocolate Christmas Bark
Looking for a dessert to bring to a holiday party that isn’t a cookie? Want to gift a neat dessert? Try this holiday white chocolate ...
06
Dec
Candy Cane Shapes
Candy Cane Shapes
Looking for an easy activity to setup for kids while you’re busy with a task? Do you have candy canes on hand? For this activity, that is about al...
05
Dec
Crystal Candy Canes
Crystal Science Candy Canes
This is a simple science experiment for kids to enjoy with a minimum amount of supplies. Growing crystals does take some time, but it is...
05
Dec
Melting Christmas Tree Experiment
Melting Christmas Tree Experiment
What kid doesn't like to put on their mad scientist hat and perform a magic chemistry experiment? This is a fun science experime...
08
Nov
Crystal Christmas Trees
Crystal Christmas Trees
It's the most wonderful time of the year! As parents and teachers, we know the awe and wonder at the crystal growing process never wains. Ea...
07
Nov
Cookie Cutter Science
Cookie Cutter Science
Did you know baking cookies is actually chemistry? Who knew that with all of the holiday baking, you are really doing a science experiment? A ...
07
Nov
Gumdrop Engineering
Gumdrop Engineering
From Lincoln Logs to Legos, the love of kids building their own structures stands the test of time. Using basic engineering coupled with creat...
23
Oct
Cranberry Engineering
Cranberry Engineering
Combining festive cranberries and your kids' engineering and motor skills, this STEAM projects comes just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday...
17
Oct
Pumpkin Slime
Pumpkin Slime
If you aren’t a fan of pumpkin seeds and generally throw the insides of a pumpkin away, stop! Use the insides to make this slime that is sure to be gr...
17
Oct
Pumpkin Clock
Pumpkin Clock
Have you ever tried a potato clock? Did you know a potato could power a clock? Did you know a potato clock can actually work with a variety of fruits ...
09
Oct
Salt Pendulum
Salt Pendulum
In this activity, we combine science, art and kinetic fun! Using a funnel and some colored salt, we swung the funnel around to create different “arts...
09
Oct
Elephant Toothpaste
Elephant Toothpaste
This neat experiment will resemble what happens when you squirt out toothpaste from a tube – in foam form!
Disclaimer: Because a high conce...
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