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Simple Science Rising Raisins

January 1, 2014 By Vicky 4 Comments

 If you are looking for ways to make learning fun, look no further. We have been having lots of fun with some simple science experiments such as Baking Soda Experiments and Erupting Play Dough. What I love about simple science is that it uses supplies that most of us already have at home. This simple…

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Baking Soda Experiments

June 17, 2013 By Vicky Leave a Comment

My kids have been having lots of fun with baking soda and vinegar. They have observed simple chemical reactions and even made exploding milk. That inspired me to set up some individual experiments with baking soda for them. I have never heard them say “wow!” more during an activity. If you are looking for a fun way…

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Exploding Milk Experiment

May 20, 2013 By Vicky 16 Comments

Have you ever started out doing one thing and ended up with something totally different? That’s what happened when we tried an experiment with exploding milk. It started off as a completely innocent experiment using milk, food coloring and dish soap and ended up as a bubbly, fizzy adventure. We did all of these activities…

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Learn Through Movement: Science – Balloon Experiments

May 3, 2013 By Vicky 1 Comment

Today is the final part in the Learn Through Movement series that I am doing with Mom to 2 Posh Lil Divas and Train Up a Child. All week, we have been sharing movement activities that encourage learning. I previously shared Math and Reading movement activities. Today’s Learn Through Movement activity will teach kids some fun Science lessons using…

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Food Fun Friday – Applesauce Experiment – Guest Post from The Pleasantest Thing

October 19, 2012 By Vicky 4 Comments

Please welcome Carolyn from The Pleasantest Thing who is here today to share an easy applesauce recipe that you can make with your kids. The bonus of this recipe is that it is also an experiment that will encourage kids to start thinking scientifically. There’s so much to learn in the kitchen! Homemade applesauce is one of my…

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Simple Science – Chemical Reactions for Preschoolers

January 9, 2012 By Vicky 15 Comments

If your kids are anything like mine, they love bubbles. Bubbles outdoors, bubbles in a bath, Bubble Guppies… You get the point. I knew my twins would enjoy this simple science experiment where they could combine vinegar and baking soda to make foam and BUBBLES! We have done Baking Soda Experiments before and they have…

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Hi, I'm Vicky, founder and content creator at Mess For Less. If you are looking for play and learning activities for kids, kid friendly food, parenting tips and general family fun, you will find it at Mess For Less. I invite you to learn more about me or drop me a note. Thanks for stopping by!
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