Easy discovery bottles with a science theme! The possibilities are endless and I have so many here for you to try. Here’s a few simple ones to get you started. Hope you enjoy!
What are discovery bottles?
Scientific bottles or discovery bottles allow kids of multiple ages to enjoy exploring easy science concepts together! Plus plastic science bottles are great to leave out in a basket at a science center at home or school. Sit down on the floor with young kids and allow them to roll them gently around.
TIP: You can tape or glue caps if needed!
Yes, I have used glass jars and I made sure to supervise my son closely. Please use plastic if that is best for you! We have started using the VOSS plastic water bottles for our discovery bottles and really enjoy them!
Science Discovery Bottles For Young Kids
Check out the following science discovery bottles ideas below. A few simple materials, a plastic or glass jar and you have your own learning in a bottle. Fun discovery bottles made from what you already have on hand!
Magnet Discovery Bottle
Fill a bottle with water and add pipe cleaners, paper clips and magnetic counters! Grab a wand and observe what happens.
LOOK: Preschool Magnet Activity
Soapy Science Bottle
Make an easy science discovery bottle with water, coloring and dish soap. Get shaking! Experiment with different soaps or ratio of water to soap for a more in depth science experiment!
Sink and Float Discovery Bottle
Make a simple classic sink and float scientific bottle with stuff around the house. Have your child think about and predict what will sink and what will float. Turn the bottle on it’s side for a change of view.
LOOK: Easy Sink or Float Experiment For Kids
Ocean Discovery Bottle
Create an ocean wave bottle as a fun way to demonstrate a little bit about how waves work.
LOOK: Ocean Waves In A Bottle
Water Absorption Discovery Bottle
All you need is 1 tablespoon of water and two small sponges. Cover shake and watch the water disappear. Squeeze out the sponges and start over! Try different amounts of water and sponges for different results!
LOOK: What Absorbs Water: Absorption For Kids
Tornado In A Bottle
Read the full post for details on how to make this very cool tornado science discovery bottle.
Oil and Water Bottle
Simple fun with just a few ingredients. Find out how to make your own homemade lava lamp here.
Printable Preschool Pack
Get ready to explore this year with our growing Preschool STEM Bundle with 12 fun themes! Or grab the individual packs.
What’s Included:
There are ten fun preschool themes to get you started. This is an ” I can explore” series! You’ll find seasonal and non-seasonal themes appropriate to preschool learning throughout the year.
Each unit contains approximately 15 activities, with instructions and templates as needed. Hands-on activities are provided to keep it fun and exciting. This includes sensory bins, experiments, games, and more! Easy supplies keep it low cost, and book suggestions add the learning time.
These are great! I will definitely include them in my Sensory Bottle Post! 🙂
I’ve always loved those calming glitter bottles!
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