One of the most cool things about science projects for kids has to be the ease in which you can set up so many experiments, even at home! The one thing that all of these science activities have in common is that they can be easily done in a bag. How fun is that? Science in a bag is a great way to get the kiddos engaged in easy to understand science concepts.
Science Experiments In A Bag?
Can you do science in a bag? You bet! Is it hard? Nope!
What do you need to get started? How about a simple bag? It’s not the only supply used, but it will get kids asking what the next science in a bag experiment you have waiting for them is.
These science activities below work well with many age groups from preschool to elementary and beyond. Our activities have also been readily used with special needs groups in high school and young adult programs! More or less adult supervision depends on your kids’ abilities!
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Here are ten of my favorite science in a bag experiments for kids that are totally do-able and make sense!
Using The Scientific Method With Kids
The scientific method is a process or method of research. A problem is identified, information about the problem is gathered, a hypothesis or question is formulated from the information, and the hypothesis is tested with an experiment to prove or disprove its validity.
Sounds heavy… What in the world does that mean?!? It means you don’t need to try and solve the world’s biggest science questions! The scientific method is all about studying and learning things right around you.
As children develop practices that involve creating, gathering data evaluating, analyzing, and communicating, they can apply these critical thinking skills to any situation.
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Note: The use of the best Science and Engineering Practices is also relevant to the topic of using the scientific method. Read more here and see if it fits your science planning needs.
Helpful Science Resources To Get You Started
Here are a few resources that will help you introduce science more effectively to your kiddos or students and feel confident yourself when presenting materials. You’ll find helpful free printables throughout.
- Best Science Practices (as it relates to the scientific method)
- Science Vocabulary
- 8 Science Books for Kids
- All About Scientists
- Science Supplies List
- Science Tools for Kids
- Join us in the Club
Click here to get your FREE printable science in a bag guide!
Science In A Bag Ideas
Click on each link below to see supplies, setup, instructions, and the science information behind the activity. Also, grab our free science-in-a-bag guide above as a handy reference!
Grab a plastic and paper bag, and let’s get started!
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Bread In A Bag
Learn about the role of yeast in baking bread when you mix up your bread dough in a bag. Easy science in a bag for kids!
Blubber Experiment
How do whales, polar bears or even penguins stay warm? It is to do with something called blubber. Test out how blubber works as an insulator right in the comfort of your kitchen with this science in a bag experiment.
Exploding Bags
Experiment with a baking soda and vinegar reaction that’s a real blast. Kids love things that fizz, pop, bang, explode, and erupt. These bursting bags do just that!
Ice Cream In A Bag
Have you ever tried this awesome edible ice cream science experiment? This homemade ice cream in a bag recipe is chilly chemistry for kids you can eat!
Leakproof Bag
Sometimes science can appear a bit magical, don’t you think? Poke pencils through your bag of water. Why doesn’t the bag leak? Can you pull this science in a bag experiment off without getting soaked!
Popcorn In A Bag
Learn about why popcorn pops and enjoy eating your edible popcorn science experiment. We think it makes the best popcorn!
Water Cycle In A Bag
Explore how the water cycle works on a sunny day with just a marker and a plastic bag! Easy science for kids.
More Fun Science Ideas To Try
Printable Science Projects Pack
If you’re looking to grab all of our printable science projects in one convenient place plus exclusive worksheets and bonuses like a STEAM Project pack, our Science Project Pack is what you need! Over 300+ Pages!
- 90+ classic science activities with journal pages, supply lists, set up and process, and science information. NEW! Activity-specific observation pages!
- Best science practices posters and our original science method process folders for extra alternatives!
- Be a Collector activities pack introduces kids to the world of making collections through the eyes of a scientist. What will they collect first?
- Know the Words Science vocabulary pack includes flashcards, crosswords, and word searches that illuminate keywords in the experiments!
- My science journal writing prompts explore what it means to be a scientist!!
- Bonus STEAM Project Pack: Art meets science with doable projects!
- Bonus Quick Grab Packs for Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry, and Physics
- Science Fair Project Pack with experiments to try!
