Kids Indoor Winter Activity: Exploding Snowman

Kids STEAM Science Exploding Snowman

This simple STEAM experiment is an excellent project requiring only a few materials and steps for kids. It’s the perfect boredom buster for the freezing days where you’re stuck inside.

Materials Needed

• Sandwich Bag
• Permanent Markers
• Baking Soda
• Vinegar
• Paper Towel

Instructions

1. Give the sandwich bag to your kid to decorate with permanent markers. This is a good opportunity to teach your kid how to draw a snowman’s face.
2. Wrap 3 tsp of baking soda inside a piece of paper towel or tissue.
3. Place the baking soda packet inside the plastic bag.
4. Pour about 1-2 cups of white vinegar into the sandwich bag and seal the bag quickly. It should swell up quickly.
5. Stand back and watch it explode!

Takeaway Question: Why did the bag explode?