Fun science experiments

Super science experiments you could use with your primary and secondary learners

Tes Resources Team

Pupils carrying out fun science experiments with science flasks.

Explore this selection of fun experiments you could use with your primary and secondary learners 

The first thing that comes to mind when you think of science is exciting experiments, concoctions in conical flasks, blazing bunsen burners and crisp white lab coats, however, science can be just as fun and safe without the need for a laboratory, safety goggles or a fire extinguisher! 

So why not check out this engaging collection of easy-to-follow science experiments designed to engage and inspire learners of all ages?

Kitchen Science - STEM activities
Science Museum Learning

Kitchen Science - STEM activities

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A downloadable booklet of fun science activities using everyday ingredients, with notes for teachers. This booklet contains step-by-step instructions for science activities and experiments that are safe and easy to do in the classroom or at home.
Egg Drop Challenge
Carl Farrant

Egg Drop Challenge

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A PowerPoint and resource, order form sheet to give the children the task of designing and creating a structure than can hold an egg and protect it from a 3 metre drop. Children are also given a budget and will have to manage their finances accordingly. This was completed as part of a Parent's E...
Air Rockets
CRESTstar

Air Rockets

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Make a paper air rocket and bottle launcher! Includes instructions with diagrams & templates for your rocket. This is the activity from the National Science Engineering Week stand at the Big Bang Fair 2012 Note: This is NOT a CREST Star awards accredited activity. Find CREST Star activities @...
Primary Science Experiments
skybluedavid

Primary Science Experiments

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Here are a collection of fun science experiments, designed for Primary and SEN pupils. Collected and adapted from various sites including the Science Museum. Ideal way to inject a little fun into those end of term lessons.
FUN Non Newtonian Fluid Lesson (States of Matter)
hoppytimes

FUN Non Newtonian Fluid Lesson (States of Matter)

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If you are looking for a fun Science lesson on Non Newtonian Fluids or just as a stand alone lesson for the end of the school year, look no further - in this PowerPoint lesson children are invited to work for the Science Department of a Secret Intelligence Agency to make and investigate the properti...
Rocket Races Activity
NASAeducation

Rocket Races Activity

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In this activity students construct balloon-powered racing cars using a foam tray and drinking straws. They then test the cars along a measured track on the floor. At the conclusion of the activity, students submit a detailed report on their racer design and how it performed in the trials.
Farm Science Experiments
Grefintec

Farm Science Experiments

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In celebration of Science Week and in conjunction with our current theme of 'Down on the Farm' I have created a series of ten experiments which can be done in nursery school as an adult led activity.
KS1 Science: Plants - plants and sunlight experiment.
RubyTuesdayBooks

KS1 Science: Plants - plants and sunlight experiment.

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Observe the effect of limiting sunlight for plants. Quality scientific questioning to engage in intrigued children and scaffold learning. It complements our book Roots, stems, leaves and flowers from our FUNdamental Science series. For more information, downloads and to purchase our books, ple...
Bridge Design Challenge: Experiment
aslawrenson

Bridge Design Challenge: Experiment

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Worksheets and resources to deliver a bridge design activity. Students are set the challenge to design a bridge which crosses a 30 cm gap and supports a car. They must fully budget for materials. Each bridge can be tested in turn and points awarded to identify a winner. This can be delivered as a st...
Rainbows Everywhere! Science Talking Point and Experiment
RubyTuesdayBooks

Rainbows Everywhere! Science Talking Point and Experiment

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KS2 Science: Light Use these worksheets to help children understand how rainbows form, to observe where rainbow colours appear in everyday life and try and make some of their own rainbow colours. Big and bright images with rainbows appearing would brighten up any 'Light' display. This download com...
Boat Design Challenge: Experiment
aslawrenson

Boat Design Challenge: Experiment

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Worksheets and resources to deliver a boat design activity. Students are set the challenge to design a boat which floats and carries passengers. They must fully budget for materials. Each boat can be tested in turn and points awarded to identify a winner. This can be delivered as a standalone activi...