Easy Science Discovery Bottles

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! Take one of our science experiments and give it a twist by making a discovery bottle out of it. It’s fun to explore the same simple science concepts in different ways to reinforce learning and keep it fun and playful. Science discovery bottles are all about learning and having fun together.

Fun and Easy Science Discovery Bottles for Kids

WATTLE BOTTLE SCIENCE PROJECTS

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!

ALSO CHECK OUT: 21 Sensory Bottles For Kids

DISCOVERY BOTTLES FOR 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.

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.

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: What dissolves in water?

OCEAN DISCOVERY BOTTLE

Check our ocean in a bottle post for how to make this easy ocean waves discovery bottle!

WATER ABSORPTION

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!