Winter means a whole lot of time in the house for us. But that can also mean a whole lot of time for some science experiments (and we just love those!).
Some of these you can do indoors, others you'll need to brave the winter elements to perform, but they are all kid-approved fun (with the science just a happy bonus!).
* How do you make your own snowflakes? With this technique from Domestically Speaking, you don't even need cold...or snow!
* We love volcanoes, but we've never tried this awesome snow volcano...yet! {Science Sparks}
* Frozen bubbles are just beautiful! Fireflies and Mudpies had the (probably very wise) idea to do it a bowl!
frozen bubble - Fireflies and Mudpies did it in a bowl (probably a very good idea!)
* After the holidays we usually have boat-loads of candy canes around the house. Maybe we can do a little science with them? Inspiration Laboratories did a simple experiment with them while Teaching Mama made fizzing candy canes!
* You'll have the prettiest icicles in the neighborhood with this color-mixing idea from Life with Moore Babies. (Of course, no one will see them because they'll all be warm in their houses but you'll know they're there!)
* If going out in the snow isn't your thing, you can create your own snowstorm right in a jar or glass (no shoveling required!) {Growing A Jeweled Rose}
* This is a fun experiment from Science Sparks, observing pine cones and how they react to the weather. If all your pine cones aren't buried under snow, of course!
* Have you ever seen a snowflake? I mean, really seen one up close? It's easy - and they're breathtakingly beautiful!
* This is a real simple one from The Pleasantest Thing. Bring in some snowballs on the next snowy day and experiment with how fast it melts in different places.
Ready for winter? Some creative bloggers are sharing their ideas to kick off the chilly season. Check them out!
Top 10 Winter Warmer Ideas from Powerful Mothering
Top 10 Winter Sensory Bins from Adventures of Adam
Top 10 Winter Crafts for Preschoolers from Craftulate
Top 10 Winter Crockpot Meals from Our Good Life
Top 10 Fun Winter Snacks for Kids from Sunny Day Family
Top 10 Snowflake Crafts from Play & Learn Everyday
Top 10 Winter Printables for Preschool from Living Life and Learning
Top 10 Ideas for Outdoor Fun in the Snow from Nemcsok Farms
Top 10 Super Cool Snowmen Activities from Crafty Kids at Home
Top 10 Winter Art Projects from Rhythms of Play
Top 10 Penguin Crafts for Kids from The Resourceful Mama
Top 10 Snowman Science Activities for Kids from Little Bins for Little Hands
Top 10 Winter Busy Bags from Something 2 Offer
