Description
An exciting and colorful craft that demonstrates a fun chemical reaction while creating vibrant fizzy eruptions using Kool-Aid.
Ingredients
- Baking soda (1 teaspoon)
- Kool-Aid powder (1 tablespoon, any flavor)
- Vinegar (1/2 cup)
- Water (1/2 cup)
- Clear plastic cups or bowls
- Baking sheet or tray (to catch spills)
- Spoon or whisk (for mixing)
- Food coloring (optional for extra vibrancy)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by covering your table with newspaper or a disposable tablecloth.
- Gather all materials in one area for easy access.
- In a separate container, mix 1/2 cup of water with 1 tablespoon of Kool-Aid powder and stir until completely dissolved.
- Place your clear plastic cups or bowls on the baking sheet and add 1 teaspoon of baking soda into each cup.
- Carefully pour the Kool-Aid solution into each cup with baking soda and watch the mixture fizz and erupt.
- Observe the swirling colors and listen to the fizzing sound as the reaction takes place.
Notes
This activity is safe for kids; however, adult supervision is recommended, especially when using larger quantities of vinegar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Interactive Experiment
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 eruption
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg