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Easy Science Experiments for Kids

If you’re looking for a great science experiment, you’ve come to the right place. Science Sparks™ is bursting with easy science experiments for kids of all ages. Discover our fun facts, cool science experiments, FREE science printables, awesome science fair projects and super STEM challenges!

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Most Popular Science Experiments

These are my most popular, tried and tested science experiments for home, school or science club.

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Catch up with this week’s new and updated science investigations.

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Ask a question and try an activity to find the answer!

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Spring Science Experiments

Learn about flowers, plants and wildlife with these easy spring science experiments and STEM Challenges.

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Wonderful Women in STEM

These remarkable female scientists changed the world with their discoveries, paving the way for generations of women to follow their dreams.

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Brilliant Baking Soda Experiments

Baking soda experiments are not just volcanoes. Make colour changing potions, power a bottle boat and lots more fizzy science fun!

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    Red Cabbage Indicator Colour Changing Potions

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School Science Club Experiments

100s of easy ideas for a school science club, including STEM challenges, investigations and science demonstrations.

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Science in Stories

Read a book and try a science activity related to the story. These imaginative, creative science investigations are suitable for kids of all ages.

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Free STEM Challenge Templates

Find 100s of FREE experiment instructions, templates, activity packs and more!

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    Early Years Resources – Science for Early Years – FREE eBook
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