Simple experiments to do with children can start with static electricity. Such as rubbing a balloon on hair and seeing the hair stand on end and seeing the balloon stick to an object.
Check out http://www.sciencebob.com/experiments/index.php for some ideas. There are tons of experiments listed, you should be able to find something fun.
Science is a fun and interesting subject to learn about. If your son has taken a huge interest in science, you can teach him how to build a rocket or a volcano. These are some fun experiments you can try to do with him.
A fun and safe science experiment for children to perform is the classic cola and Mentos experiment. This is done by dropping a Mentos in a large bottle of cola, it results in rapid and extreme frothing of the cola which shoots out of the bottle like an explosion.
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Columbus OH is home to the Columbus Science Center. It is a family oriented fun center that exposes children and adults to experiments, learning videos, and plenty of fossils.
There are several science related websites that offer information on experiments. Some popular sites include PBS Zoom Science, Mad Scientist Party, and Steve Spangler Science Experiments. These websites will provide you with fun and easy experiments that both kids and adults can enjoy.
There are many fun science experiments that call for simple household ingredients like Diet Coke and Mentos. You could even make something fun like putty or ice cream and explain the science behind it.
There are many fun science games for children. Try a chemistry set or an experimental pack. Alternatively, try webpages such as 'science kids' for fun ideas.
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It helps build compasses and most technology. Also it's fun to test out for science experiments.
Making sherbert with 1 tbsp. of baking soda and 80g of icing sugar and 1 tbsp. of citric acid. It's delicious.