Make Your Own Volcano!

Fall 2021 • Our Favorite Things

Grab your ingredients because we’re making erupting volcanoes! There’s no science experiment more fun than this classic.

By KidsRead2Kids Team

Ingredients:

• Play dough (any color)

• 1-ounce vinegar

• 1-ounce baking soda

• Film canister

• Food coloring

• Dish soap

• 1 pan with lid (keep your space clean)

Instructions:

1. Pour the baking soda into the film canister

2. Place the playdough on the pan

3. Mold it into the shape of a volcano

4. Make a deep hole in the center

5. Place your film canister inside

6. Add a drop or 2 of dish soap to your vinegar.

7. Add food coloring!

8. Now pour the vinegar mix into the film canister and watch your volcano erupt!

Now, you’re ready to get started! If you need any help, head to the video tutorial above. Have fun!