Julia
Preschool Teacher
This program is incredible. The characters, the stories, the experiments are so much fun. I do not need to spend any time planning. Everything I need is given to me be Kide Science.
Fun and easy play-based STEAM activity for toddlers, preschool & kindergarten
3 Fun Play-Based Science Activity Ideas for Kids – Imagination and More!
Looking for fun and easy Science activities to do with your kids at home or in the classroom?
These hands-on activities only need everyday supplies and minimal preparation.
They're perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners and can be easily adapted to meet popular learning standards and curriculums.
Why play-based science activities?
Make learning fun by introducing research problems through play and a story. This will motivate children to solve problems for their new imaginary friends!
According to academic research, stories lead to better focus, increased engagement, and improved learning outcomes.
3 best imagination science activity ideas
1. Taking the Crystal Lift
What is it like under the sea?
In this activity, your children will...
Observe and admire how oil, water, and dye behave.
Practice measuring substances.
Literacy aim: jump into imaginative play and tell stories about the icy kingdom underneath.
Supplies needed for this activity:
water
teaspoons
pipettes
measuring cups
funnels
plastic bottles with caps
cooking oil
colored water in a container
glitter or sequins
flashlights
You can also use
jugs
colored paper or cardstock
scissors
tape
aluminium foil
glue
Observe and admire how oil, water, and dye behave.
Practice measuring substances.
Literacy aim: jump into imaginative play and tell stories about the icy kingdom underneath.
water
teaspoons
pipettes
measuring cups
funnels
plastic bottles with caps
cooking oil
colored water in a container
glitter or sequins
flashlights
You can also use
jugs
colored paper or cardstock
scissors
tape
aluminium foil
glue
See the full activity
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2. Searching for Treasures
Can I bury my own treasure?
In this activity, your children will...
Observe and classify the objects based on their properties.
Practice counting.
Literacy aim: use new ideas for objects and tell stories about them.
Supplies needed for this activity:
bags, pouches or baskets
treasures for the scientists to find
You can also use
empty toilet paper or kitchen towel rolls
Observe and classify the objects based on their properties.
Practice counting.
Literacy aim: use new ideas for objects and tell stories about them.
bags, pouches or baskets
treasures for the scientists to find
You can also use
empty toilet paper or kitchen towel rolls
See the full activity
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Free weekly activities of your choice. No hidden fees, no credit card needed.
3. Fruit Vehicles
What can you build out of fruit?
In this activity, your children will...
Observe different kinds of shapes.
Practice creative engineering by building structures out of fruits.
Compare and classify fruits based upon their features.
Begin to learn about the benefits of a varied, healthy diet.
Supplies needed for this activity:
plates
toothpicks
fruits and vegetables
table knives
cutting boards
You can also use
paper and pen
Observe different kinds of shapes.
Practice creative engineering by building structures out of fruits.
Compare and classify fruits based upon their features.
Begin to learn about the benefits of a varied, healthy diet.
plates
toothpicks
fruits and vegetables
table knives
cutting boards
You can also use
paper and pen
See the full activity
Or, subscribe for free weekly activities
Free weekly activities of your choice. No hidden fees, no credit card needed.
What is Kide Science – and is it for free?
Kide Science is a free digital treasure trove of ready-to-go, play-based lesson plans and training materials for teachers of 3-8 year olds.
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30 min lesson
Easy preparation
Medium prep.
