Sun experiments for kids

Fumbling Through Parenthood (& Homeschooling): The Sun In A Bottle

A fun experiment for curious kids to do this summer; find out what the sun can melt!

Earlier this week, I shared with you how we made a DIY Solar Oven. The kids had so much fun seeing what they could cook in their oven, and the whole process was filled with lots of sun science learning, too! Today, I'm going to share with you more ways that you can learn about

14 amazing hands-on sun science experiments for kids in preschool, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade. Fantastic during the summer, for a space unit, or for special events like the total solar eclipse!

Science Fun - Game, printables, science experiments, crafts, kids activities, and STEM - Everything you need to keep kids entertained this summer!

Sun Facts

10 science activities for kids to learn about the SUN: sun light, including invisible light, solar energy, how it is related to earth, … so many interesting topics, and so many fun project ideas, for kids from preschool to kindergarten to school age.

Solar Science Experiments for Kids are a fun way to teach children about renewable energy sources. These experiments are geared for children ages 5-10.

Make a sundial, learn about how big the Sun is and make a fantastic piece of artwork!

Free Printable Sundial Clockface Click the link above to download our free printable clock face — use it with just ... Read more

We use the Scientific Method to test sunscreen on paper with preschoolers. What are your results from this sunscreen science project?

Our rainy, rainy spring has finally ended and now it’s HOT! We hit the high 90’s yesterday (haven’t hit 100 yet, so that’s good). The younger boys and I took advantage of the hot sun and did a simple science experiment with melting. This is SO easy and really interesting for the preschool and kindergarten […]

Sun Science Experiments

Learn the importance of protecting your skin from the sun's UV rays with this simple sunscreen experiment! Easy summer science project!

Sun prints: harness the power of the sun for an awesome art project that also teaches a basic science lesson.

Summer Science for Kids: Sun-upcycled crayons - Mama Smiles #STEMed #STEAMkids #kidsactivities #solarpower

After noticing how old furnitures leave a print, my kids are fascinated and thus this Sun Print Art activity was born! A great STEM activity to explore the power of the Sun, this is a great science and art project for a preschooler and elementary school kid. #PreschoolerSTEMActivity #LearningAboutTheSun #KidsScienceProjects

Sunshine sun catcher easy solstice craft - with sun template printable - NurtureStore

Make your own sun painting masterpieces with these fun summer designs and easy-to-follow instructions. All you need is fabric, acrylic paint, and cardstock!

Kids Crafts : Homemade Sun Dial Use paper plates to make a simple sun dial for kids. With the sun shining bright already we are heading out more and more. Whe(...)