Science Activities Archives - Happy Hooligans

“A Nest Full of Eggs” Craft for Preschoolers

Jackie Currie — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 15:52:07 +0000

If your toddlers and preschoolers are learning about and observing birds, birds’ nests, birds’ eggs and bird families, they’ll enjoy our latest bird craft. It was inspired by the book “A Nest Full of Eggs” by Priscilla Belz Jenkins. We’ve been making lots of bird crafts lately because we’ve been observing the robin family that...

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How to Make Borax Crystals – Icicle Ornament for Kids

Jackie Currie — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 19:18:48 +0000

Wow! Make gorgeous, shimmering, crystallized icicle ornaments using pipe cleaners, Borax and water! It's a fascinating science experiment and a beautiful Christmas craft for kids of all ages to enjoy...

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Sink or Float Experiment for Preschoolers

Alana Pace — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:11:58 +0000

Here's a super-simple beginner science experiment to do with toddlers and preschoolers.

It's great to do outdoors on a warm day or indoors on a rainy day.

Kids will learn how to make predictions and observations and all about density and buoyancy.

It's guaranteed fun for the preschool crowd and so easy to set up and clean up!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Coffee Can Ice Cream – How to Make Homemade Ice Cream In a Tin Can

Nicole Black — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 07:29:59 +0000

If you've never made ice cream in a tin, you HAVE to try it with your kids this summer!

It's fun, easy, and delicious, and a fascinating science activity too!

It's perfect for the backyard at home or for daycare or summer camp.

Bonus: You only need a handful of supplies to make it!

Click the link below to see the how-to!

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3 Easy Chemical Reactions for Preschoolers

Alana Pace — Wed, 06 Jun 2018 19:49:04 +0000

If you're looking for some fun, easy and educational science experiments to do with your kids, I have 3 kid-friendly chemical reactions to share with you.

If you've never done the 2nd one before, you simply MUST! It's so awesome! I've included a video in the post so you can see it in action.

All of these experiments can be done with common ingredients you likely already have around the house.

They're great for introducing young children to science, and perfect for daycare, preschool or homeschool.

Call the kids in to watch the video. It will blow their minds!

Click the link below to get to the post.

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How to Make Butter In a Jar

Jackie Currie — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 07:01:29 +0000

Ok, this has got to be one of the coolest experiments we do here. It's one of those classic experiments that they'll remember for the rest of their lives. I have parents and grandparents today who tell me they remember doing this as a kid. That's saying something about how memorable and fabulous it is.

The kids love the process, and I've also done this with adult friends and guests, and it blows everyone's mind mind every time.

If you haven't tried this fascinating experiment with your kids yet, you must put it on your to-do list.

Bonus: you get to eat the results, and they are out. of. this. world.

Click the link below for the photos and the easy step-by-step tutorial!

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Dry Erase and Water “Floating Ink” Experiment

Jackie Currie — Tue, 19 Sep 2017 04:39:45 +0000

Oh my goodness! I have the COOLEST thing to share with you today (and a give-away too!)

We're making dry erase drawings float on water!

I even made a video so you can see this awesome science activity in action!

Click the link below to hop over to blog where you can watch the video and enter for your chance to win a set of EXPO Dry Erase Markers with Ink Indicators!

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Glittery Kid-Safe Elmer’s Unicorn Slime Recipe

Jackie Currie — Tue, 15 Aug 2017 13:55:37 +0000

Oh my gosh, guys! I am so excited!

We finally made SLIME! And not just any slime! UNICORN slime!

It's gorgeous, stretchy, slippery, slimey fun, and because it doesn't contain Borax, it's totally kid-safe!

Excuse all the photos. I couldn't help myself! This stuff is just too beautiful for words!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Microwave Ivory Soap Experiment

Jackie Currie — Wed, 23 Mar 2016 11:30:24 +0000

Ok, this is one of the coolest science experiments ever, and all you need is a bar of soap and a microwave!

This experiment NEVER fails to fascinate kids and adults alike. I'm serious! It's WILD!

The best part is there's no prep and no extra supplies needed. And it takes less than 2 minutes start to finish!

Ready to have your mind blown? Grab a bar of soap, and check out the how-to here:

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Crystallized Beach Rocks with Borax and Watercolours

Jackie Currie — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 06:35:24 +0000

Okaaay... This is FABULOUS, guys! And I am SO excited to share it with you.

You know how you can make crystals with borax and hot water? People usually do it with pipe cleaners to make snowflakes and icicles, right?

Well, we used beach rocks. Oh My Goodness. And then, guess what we did! We coloured them, and turned them into these dazzling and vibrant crystallized stones that you can display on a table or use as a paperweight or give as a gift.

You have to see them! They are GORGEOUS! And the process was SUPER-easy, and so fun!

Check them out!

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Fizzing Colours! A Baking Soda and Vinegar Experiment for Preschoolers

Jackie Currie — Sat, 20 Feb 2016 23:24:29 +0000

Oh, lovelies! I have the most beautiful science activity to share with you today! This one calls for just 3 common kitchen ingredients, and little ones find it just fascinating! There's lots of bubbling and fizzing and colourful eruptions for your little ones to oooh and ahhh over, and it will keep them entertained for a good long time too! There's fine motor development, and an opportunity to talk about colour mixing and chemical reactions, and best of all it's super-quick and easy to set up! I am in love with the photos of this activity. Have a look! Aren't they gorgeous?

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Water Displacement Experiment for Preschoolers

Jackie Currie — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 12:00:48 +0000

This easy water displacement experiment is a fun way to show teach toddlers and preschoolers about water displacement. Using stones and a jug of water, kids will see with their own eyes how water is displaced when an object is submerged in it. It’s a terrific activity to do after reading the book The Crow and the Pitcher...

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Magic Milk Experiment – an Explosion of Colour

Jackie Currie — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 01:33:43 +0000

Set off a spinning, churning, whirling, explosion of colours when you combine 3 common kitchen ingredients! This classic science experiment - The Magic Milk Explosion - is guaranteed to "wow" kids and grown-ups alike.

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Fizz, Pop, Bang! Playful Science and Math Activities for ages 3-8

Jackie Currie — Sun, 26 Oct 2014 10:00:16 +0000

FIZZ, POP, BANG! Playful Science and Math Activities brings hands-on fun and enjoyment to math and science! An e-book filled with inviting and engaging, hands-on learning activities to make math and science fun for kids! What’s Fizz, Pop, Bang! all about? 20 creative bloggers, 40 hands-on learning activities, and BONUS links to dozens of inspiring ideas...

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20 Science Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Jackie Currie — Mon, 20 Oct 2014 13:30:43 +0000

20 Terrific science activities for toddlers and preschoolers. Great for home, daycare, the classroom or even for kids’ parties! Simple enough for toddlers and preschoolers, but fascinating enough for kids of all ages! I’ve been sharing a lot of simple science experiments for kids on my facebook page lately, and the response from you guys has...

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Turning Grapes into Raisins – Science for Kids

Jackie Currie — Wed, 04 Jun 2014 04:35:51 +0000

My daycare kids love grapes. They also love raisins. Now, we all know that a raisin is simply a dried up grape, but that probably seems a little puzzling to a toddler. After all, a raisin doesn’t look anything like a grape! To help the hooligans really understand, we conducted one of the easiest science...

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Daily Photos of Baby Robins from Egg to Empty Nest

Jackie Currie — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:59:00 +0000

Please enjoy these photos of my daily documentation of the Mama and baby robins from the day the eggs were laid until the day they leave the nest as fledglings. You may also like our rockin’ robin craft and our paper plate robin craft. Both are perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Last summer, we returned...

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