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Home » Seasonal Science » Winter Science Experiments » Winter Print and Play Paper Science Experiment Pack

Winter Print and Play Paper Science Experiment Pack

Modified: Feb 4, 2025 · Published: Jan 4, 2023 by Emma Vanstone · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

My winter themed print and play pack is a free download containing five easy science experiments mainly using the paper they are printed on and a few extras ( balloon, scissors, a torch and water).

Winter paper science experiments print and play pack

Print, experiment and then recycle the leftovers.

The activities are mess free ( apart from one ) with easy to follow instructions.

1. Spinning Snowflakes

Use the template to make three paper spinners. Attach a paperclip to the ends of each one and drop from different heights or add extra weight to see how it affects the speed at which the snowflakes fall.

paper spinners - spinning snowflake template

2. Magic Opening Snowflakes

Cut out the large snowflake ( you don’t need to cut around the spikes, just a rough cut is fine ) and fold them up. Place the folded snowflakes in a bit of water and watch as the arms spring open. This clever science trick works because the paper is made up of fibres which expand as they absorb water.

snowflake opening in water activity

To find out how this works and to read more about the science behind it, try the more traditional flowers opening in water experiment.

3. Penguin Shadow Puppets

Cut around the penguin shape and make cute penguin shadows on a wall! You’ll need a torch or light source for this activity. Try moving the torch towards the shadow puppet and then further away to investigate what happens to the shadow.

Penguin shadow puppet for a winter themed experiment kit

4. Jumping Snowflakes

Learn about static electricity with these jumping snowflakes. Charge a balloon with static electricity by rubbing it on your hair and holding it over the paper snowflakes.

The snowflakes will jump up to the balloon.

Jumping snowflake static electricity experiment

6. Winter Water Drop Maze

Use your skills to move water around the maze. Once you’ve mastered the maze with water, try some thicker liquids. Are they easier or harder?

printable winter themed water drop maze

Recycle the paper once you’re done!

Winter Paper Science Experiments

If you liked this print-and-play pack, you might also like my Christmas themed paper science experiments or more traditional paper science printable booklet.

Image of the cover of a free paper science experiment pack

Last Updated on February 4, 2025 by Emma Vanstone

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Science Sparks ( Wild Sparks Enterprises Ltd ) are not liable for the actions of activity of any person who uses the information in this resource or in any of the suggested further resources. Science Sparks assume no liability with regard to injuries or damage to property that may occur as a result of using the information and carrying out the practical activities contained in this resource or in any of the suggested further resources.

These activities are designed to be carried out by children working with a parent, guardian or other appropriate adult. The adult involved is fully responsible for ensuring that the activities are carried out safely.

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