Looking for science experiments to add to your homeschool this year? Want easy, but exciting projects you can do with your kids at home?
In this post, I’m sharing 18 science experiments that are perfect for homeschoolers, covering chemistry, physics, anatomy, and more. These projects are simple, but really bring learning to life!
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18 Awesome Science Experiments for Your Homeschool
This fun and easy STEM experiment is a great way to investigate rain clouds and teach kids how it rains. Makes the perfect addition to a spring weather unit. Grab the materials list and directions over at Easy Activities for Kids.
We had such a blast recreating this Easy Heart Pump Model during our preschool human body unit. This simple STEM activity is a fun way to demonstrate how the human heart pumps blood. Project from Team Cartwright.
This Magic Milk Science Experiment by Mom. Wife. Busy Life. definitely has a wow factor! Enjoy repeating this activity to see what kind of designs you end up with. Be sure to explain why this experiment works best with whole milk.
Science Sparks is loaded with ideas for kid-friendly science experiments, but this Bicycle Centrifuge really caught my eye. Use this project to discuss what centrifuges are used for and how they work. Then of course, make your centrifuge using a bike!
I couldn’t think of a better summer science experiment to do with youngsters than Ice Cream in a Bag. And bonus, this activity also comes with a free shape tracing printable – in ice cream cone format of course. Grab the recipe and printable over at Two Pink Peonies.
Could this Skittles Science Experiment get any cooler? This incredibly easy experiment is fun for all ages and creates a beautiful rainbow for weather week. Materials and instructions can be found over at Journey to SAHM.
Combine magic potions, sensory play, and STEM with this Flower Potions STEM Activity from U Ready, Teddy? There are so many different ways to implement this activity, such as experimenting with chemical reactions, practicing pouring, observing color mixing, working on measurements and volume, and even more.
8. Cleaning Pennies with Ketchup
A simple at home chemistry experiment from Team Cartwright. Challenge your children to clean pennies with various kitchen condiments, but be sure to include ketchup!
Lava lamps definitely remind me of the 70s, but I’ve always been so intrigued as to how they work. Now you can mesmerize your own kids with the bouncing bubbles and really get into the science of how they work by creating your own DIY Lava Lamp. And bonus, there’s even directions on how to make it glow in the dark! Project from STEAM Powered Family.
Combine science and fun with this awesome Dancing Grapes Experiment. This fun DIY activity is adjustable to different age groups and focuses on the science behind seltzer water and carbon dioxide. Project by Lil Tigers.
Making Plastic From Milk….what??? That’s right, STEAM Powered Family tells exactly how you can make your own plastic toys from milk and the chemistry behind it!
Exploring the baking soda and vinegar reaction is a classic science experiment, commonly used for volcano projects. Now you can mix it up a bit with this Galaxy Blue. Easy and fun for all ages. Directions found over at anyreasonlife.com.
This Rock Candy Science Project would make the perfect addition to any rocks and minerals unit. Plus, it’s edible and scrumptious! Hess Un-Academy walks you through their adventure of using the scientific method to create their own rock candy.
Another colorful experiment for springtime…or any time of year! This Foaming Rainbow project combines STEM and sensory play and analyzes the reaction between baking soda and vinegar. Learn how to create your own foaming rainbow over at Two Kids and a Coupon.
Discover Newton’s third law of motion with this Mini Balloon Racecar Experiment. Such a fun way to bring physics lessons to life. Family Focus Blog shares (with permission) an excerpt from The Racecar Book by Bobby Mercer to help you build your own mini racecar and figure out how things work.
Freezing Ice Balloons is such an easy way to teach children about water properties and freezing temperatures. This is a wonderful experiment to get your kids making observations and creating hypotheses. Snag the 411 on this experiment over at Eating Richly.
Learn about surface tension and the wonders of science with supplies you already have in your kitchen! The Growing Creatives gives you all the basic instructions on how to make your kids giggle from the Runaway Pepper. After you’re done with the experiment, discuss why the pepper races away from the soap.
Sneak some science into the holidays by making these DIY Borax Icicle Ornaments. The Keele Deal walks you through how to make your own ornaments and discover how a little bit of borax and heated water eventually forms crystals.
What About You?
What are some of your favorite homeschool science experiments? Share your most beloved projects in the comments below and be sure to share this post with all your homeschool friends.