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I love being able to incorporate the holidays into our homeschool lessons. This easy candy science project is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!

Skittles Science Project

Ah, St. Patrick's Day - the perfect time to explore a fun and colorful science experiment that will have your preschoolers excited about learning!
This Skittles Science project is an easy way to introduce young children to the scientific method while having some festive fun.
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Course: Science
Keyword: Candy Science, Preschool Science, Skittles Science, St. Patrick's Day
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Author: Homeschool Preschool

Materials

  • Water
  • Skittles
  • Plate

Instructions

  • Line all of the skittles colors (except green) around the inside edge of the plate. A white plate works best so kids can see the full effect of the experiment.
  • Using the green Skittles, make a shamrock shape in the center of the plate.
  • Pour HOT water onto the plate very slowly. Use just enough water to coat the bottom of the skittles – about ¼ way up.
  • Sit back and watch the magic happen!!!