Create a safe volcano eruption using baking soda and vinegar
35 mins
Duration
Ages 4-6
Age Range
Medium
Difficulty
Materials Needed
- Baking soda
- White vinegar
- Food coloring
- Small bottle
- Funnel
- Modeling clay
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Shape modeling clay around small bottle to create volcano shape
- 2
Add 2 tablespoons of baking soda to the bottle
- 3
Add a few drops of red food coloring
- 4
In separate container, mix vinegar with more food coloring
- 5
Quickly pour vinegar mixture into bottle and step back
- 6
Watch the colorful eruption and discuss what happened
Safety Tips
- Conduct experiment outdoors or in sink
- Wear old clothes or aprons
- Adult supervision required for mixing
- Keep materials away from eyes
Learning Goals
Chemical reactionsMeasurementScientific methodEarth science concepts
Fun Variations
- Try different amounts of ingredients
- Create multiple small volcanoes
- Add glitter for sparkly lava