Frozen Rainbow

July 15, 2024

Moms Morning Memo

Get ready for an experiment that’s cool (literally!), colorful, and perfect for a hands-on science day with your kids! We're exploring the fascinating effects of salt on ice while delving into a spectrum of colors with our Frozen Rainbow Science Experiment.

Activity of the Day

Frozen Rainbow

What You'll Need:

  • Water

  • Various food colors

  • Ice cube trays

  • Salt

  • Clear containers

  • Droppers or small spoons

How to Do It:

  1. Prepare Colorful Ice: Fill the ice cube trays with water and add a different food color to each compartment. Once filled, place them in the freezer until they're completely frozen.

  2. Setup Your Experiment: Arrange the colored ice cubes in a clear container to create a vibrant array.

  3. Experiment Time: Sprinkle salt over the ice cubes and watch as it begins to melt the ice, creating rivulets of merging colors.

  4. Observe and Learn: Discuss the effects of salt on ice and how colors mix. It's a great visual and practical lesson on color theory and basic chemistry.

💡 Inspiration

Why It’s Fantastic

This experiment not only captivates with its vivid visuals but also educates. It's an excellent way for kids to see scientific concepts in action, like the freezing point depression of water. Plus, it encourages artistic expression as they experiment with color mixing.

Extra Fun Tips:

  • Try this experiment on a sunny day outside for quicker results.

  • Use this as an opportunity to mix primary colors to discover new ones, enhancing both scientific and artistic learning.

Snap some pictures and share with us how your little scientists enjoyed the Frozen Rainbow experiment. Which color combinations did they love the most? Let's make science fun and engaging!

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