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Pick and Mix Summer Science Camp

ByEmma Vanstone This post may contain affiliate links - July 4, 2022July 7, 2025

I’ve been posting summer science ideas for years, but this summer I have something a little special. Welcome to my Pick and Mix Summer Science Camp!

The idea is to print off the front cover, choose and print the experiments you want to try, and you have your very own personalised, super exciting summer science camp!

If you don’t fancy any of the activities below, browse my other printable science experiment instructions, and hopefully, you’ll find something you like!

Summer Science Camp Cover

front cover of a free summer science camp

Slushy Science

Fizzy Potions

slushy drinks made with ice and salt. #kitchenscience #slushydrinks

Racing Liquids

Red Cabbage Indicator

Skittles Experiment

Baking Soda Rocket

Oobleck

Lava Lamp

DIY Phone Speaker

Sundial

Fun science project for older children. Make a DIY speaker with plastic cups and a long cardboard tube. #scienceproject #techproject

Ice Painting

I’ve got lots more printable science experiments to add very soon, so do keep popping back.

I love to see your creations, so please tag me on social media or leave a comment below.

Pick and Mix summer science camp. Choose your activities, print them off...start camp! #sciencecamp #scienceforkids #summerscience #experimentprintables #scienceprintables

Last Updated on July 7, 2025 by Emma Vanstone

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