Description
An educational and fun activity to demonstrate the concept of condensation and precipitation using simple household ingredients.
Ingredients
- Clear jar with a lid
- Shaving cream (or whipped cream)
- Food coloring (e.g., blue)
- Water
- Dropper or pipette
Instructions
- Prepare the Jar: Fill a clear jar about three-quarters full with water.
- Create the Cloud: Scoop a generous amount of shaving cream and gently spread it on top of the water.
- Add Color: Mix a few drops of food coloring with a small amount of water in a separate container.
- Release the Rain: Slowly drip the colored water onto the shaving cream using a dropper or pipette.
- Witness the Rain: Observe as the colorful ‘rain’ seeps through the cloud and falls into the water below.
Notes
Experiment with different colors and materials for creative variations. Ideal for children aged 5 and up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Educational Activity
- Method: Demonstration
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg