Christmas Science Experiments and Activities

Check out these Christmas science experiments and activities for fun themed learning!

I know that kids can have trouble concentrating on academics as we approach Christmas. The excitement of counting down the days can be distracting. So why not make Christmas part of the learning? Whether you take a break or keep homeschooling through the holidays, these Christmas Science Experiments and Activities can add some educational fun to your days.

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than by combining the magic of Christmas with the wonders of science? Get ready to embark on a journey of festive exploration with these Christmas-themed science activities that will not only entertain but also educate. From Peppermint Oobleck to Santa’s Frozen Hands, these experiments are bound to make your holiday celebrations even more memorable.

Christmas Science Experiments and Activities

1. Peppermint Oobleck
   Kickstart your Christmas science adventure with a playful and gooey experiment – Peppermint Oobleck. Mix cornstarch with water and peppermint extract to create a non-Newtonian fluid that behaves both as a liquid and a solid. The sweet scent of peppermint adds an extra dash of holiday joy to this sensory delight.
2. Fizzy Melting Snowman
   Watch snowmen disappear before your eyes with the Fizzy Melting Snowman experiment. Combine baking soda and vinegar to create a chemical reaction that causes your snowman to fizz and melt away, leaving behind a bubbly sensation of excitement.
3. Ice Ornaments
   Turn science into a dazzling display with Ice Ornaments. Freeze water in festive molds, adding a touch of glitter or small decorations before freezing. Observe how different factors affect the freezing process and create beautiful, icy ornaments to adorn your Christmas tree.
4. Peppermint Water
   Explore the density of liquids with Peppermint Water. Create layers of colored water with varying sugar concentrations to observe how they stack up against each other. The addition of peppermint adds a delightful aroma to this visually appealing experiment.
5. Magnetic Christmas Bottle
   Combine science and art with the Magnetic Christmas Bottle. Fill a clear bottle with metallic objects and colored water, then use a magnet to create mesmerizing patterns and movements. It’s a magnetic masterpiece that doubles as festive decor.
6. Erupting Ornaments
   Unleash the power of chemical reactions with Erupting Ornaments. Mix baking soda, vinegar, and colorful paint to create a festive eruption. Watch as the ornaments fizz and bubble, creating a mini-explosion of holiday cheer.
7. Melting Snow
   Investigate the effects of temperature on snow with the Melting Snow experiment. Explore how different materials, such as salt or sugar, can speed up or slow down the melting process. It’s a hands-on way to understand the science behind winter weather.
8. Fizzing Christmas Baking Soda
   Combine the joy of baking soda with the fizz of vinegar in the Fizzing Christmas Baking Soda experiment. Create colorful concoctions by adding paint or food coloring to baking soda, then watch the magic happen as you pour vinegar over them.
9. Chromatography Christmas Ornaments
   Unleash the colors of the season with Chromatography Christmas Ornaments. Use water and chromatography paper to separate the pigments in markers, creating vibrant patterns on festive shapes. It’s a scientific art project that doubles as a holiday decoration.
10. Dissolving Candy Canes
    Investigate the dissolving process with everyone’s favorite holiday candy – candy canes. Observe how different liquids, such as water or oil, affect the rate at which candy canes dissolve. It’s a sweet exploration of solubility.
11. Santa’s Frozen Hands
    Cap off your Christmas science extravaganza with Santa’s Frozen Hands. Freeze water, holiday trinkets, and even small toy Santas in a glove-shaped mold. Explore the science of freezing and discover the treasures hidden within Santa’s icy grasp.

Don’t forget to fill your book basket with great Christmas reads, too!

You’ll want to check out the ideas for Christmas sensory play and fine motor crafts, too. So many fun and relaxed learning opportunities for your holiday homeschooling plans.

You might even enjoy a Christmas-themed lapbook or unit study to keep the homeschool momentum going. I recommend this one by Amanda Bennett. We’ve used it several times and will be going through it again this year.

You might want to give these fun projects a try, too:

Wintergreen Homemade Play Dough

Disney’s Frozen Themed Homemade Play Dough

Christmas in Canada Unit Study

This Christmas-themed learning pack has some great hands-on science activities. Everything from The Crafty Classroom is always a winner in our homeschool!

This learning bundle also includes Christmas art, math, and language arts activities to round out your holiday homeschooling.

This holiday season, infuse your festivities with a sprinkle of science magic. These Christmas-themed science activities offer a delightful blend of education and entertainment for kids and adults alike. Whether you’re exploring the mysteries of Peppermint Oobleck or crafting crystallized Christmas trees, these experiments are sure to make your holiday celebrations merry and bright. So, gather your loved ones, don your science hats, and unwrap the wonder of Christmas with these festive science activities.

Will you be trying any of these Christmas science experiments and activities?

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Sara Jordan is a mom of three creative girls. With a degree in Social Work specializing in early childhood development, Sara has always enjoyed working with children. She believes that learning should be a lifelong adventure that also builds character. She has been blogging since 2008.

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