by Lauren Kunce

These are six examples of kitchen science experiments you can follow along with. Enjoy!

This video contains Putting Out a Candle with CO2, Floating Paper-Clip, Egg in a Bottle, Color-Changing Juice, Fruit Leather, Non-Newtonian Fluid.

* Always use proper precautions when doing experiments at home, and have adult supervision when needed!

For s’more science in the kitchen, check out my resources below.

And just for fun, how about some food-related jokes?

Q: Why couldn’t the hamburger win the race?
A: He could never ketchup.

Q: What do potatoes wear to bed?
A: Yammies

Q: Why did the skeleton drink eight glasses of milk every day?
A: Milk is good for the bones.

Q: “Why does Ted work as a baker?”
A: “l guess he kneads the dough.”

Q: What is a race car driver’s favorite meal?
A: Fast food.

Q: What is a plumber’s favorite vegetable?
A: A leek.

Q: How did the french fry propose to the hamburger?
A: He gave her an onion ring.

Q: What is an alien’s favorite dessert?
A: A Mars bar.

Q: What is more useful after it’s broken?
A: An egg.

Q: What did the tomato say to the mushroom?
A: “You look like a fungi to hang out with.”

Q: Why did the yogurt go to the art exhibit?
A: Because it was cultured.

Q: Why do bananas wear suntan lotion?
A: Because they peel.

Q: What did the smitten vinegar say to the baking soda?
A: You make me feel all bubbly inside.

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References and resources:

– The candle experiment was inspired by the awesome Dianna Cowern aka Physics Girl. Watch her video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwTiPRpjtNk&list=PLGO_AWB1C4GTSm249JRyVxYLByaNrpVQt&index=18

– Arnold, Nick. Experiment with kitchen science. California: QEB Publishing, 2019. Print.

– Elliott, Rob. Laugh Out Loud Jokes for Kids. Michigan: Revell, 2010. Print.

– Heinecke, Liz Lee. Kitchen Science Lab for Kids: 52 family-friendly experiments from around the house. Massachusetts: Quarry Books, 2014. Print.

– Heinecke, Liz Lee. Kitchen Science Lab for Kids Edible Edition: 52 Mouth- watering recipes and the everyday science that makes them taste amazing. Massachusetts: Quarry Books, 2019. Print.

– Vitarelli, Robert F. Joke-Away and Riddles Plus. Ohio: Weekly Reader books, 1970. Print.