Easy Skittles Experiment for Preschoolers and Big Kids

Are you looking for easy and fun science experiments for kids? Then give this classic STEM Skittles experiment a try.

All you need is a handful of Skittles!

Let’s dive right in.

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How to create a rainbow Skittle experiment

But let’s look now at this simple, fun Skittle STEM experiment.
Here is what you will need to make grapes dance:

Materials

• Skittles
• 1 plate (I used paper plates)
• water

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Your kids also might enjoy our popular Sherbet Experiment, explore this classic Coke Volcano, or enjoy this magical Dishsoap Experiment.

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to get your plate to transform magically:

Step 1: Preparation

Place the Skittles on a plate in a circle.

Step 2: Add water

Add water to your plate till the skittles are covered half.

Step 3: Watch

Now it is time to observe and watch the magic.

Tip

• try a race with M&M`s

Now I would like to hear from you! How did your kids enjoy this cool science experiment? Either way, let me know by leaving a comment below right now. I’d love to hear from you!

If you want to see this Skittles experiment in action, watch this video!