Activity Introduction
Let’s make a volcano and then watch it erupt! Spurt lava and enjoy seeing a simple chemical reaction take place.
Safety advice: Red food dye is a very messy ingredient to be using! Use gloves whilst mixing if you would like to keep it off your hands, and ensure that you keep this experiment outside to avoid getting red colouring all over your nice house or apartment. Be careful with mixing sticks to not get them in your eye as they can be pointy.
This is a safe and fun activity for kids to watch and help their parent/caregiver carry out. You will be surprised at how easy it is to do this.
Ideal for: Early Learning Ages 3-4
Themes:
- investigate
- get messy
- fresh air
- playtime
- be creative
Time required: 20 minutes
Curriculum connections: The Arts, Science, Geography
This is a very entertaining experiment for all kids. Try to demonstrate it for them first before handing the ingredients over for them to have a go.
Curriculum codes:
- EYLF – Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
- Baking soda or bicarbonate of soda
- Container for mixing
- Cardboard base
- Foil
- Mixing stick
- Red food dye
- Scissors
- Small cup
- Spoon
- Tray
- Vinegar
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