December 4, 2021
The latest Praxis ‘Science Smarts’ column in the Medicine Hat News (December 4): Science Smarts: Fizzling Christmas Trees – Link: https://medicinehatnews.com/life/local-life/2021/11/27/science-smarts-exploding-snowmen/
Fizzling Christmas Trees
Patty Rooks
As the holiday season approaches, we get quite busy and it is often difficult to find quick and easy activities to keep our young scientists busy.
This week, I came up with a twist on an old favourite that is sure to please all of my young scientists out there — this could also be used as a great homemade gift for all of our loved ones.
Let’s get started!
Remember to ask an adult before doing this experiment.
Materials
• Baking soda
• Vinegar
• One or two pieces of cardstock
• Tape
• Scissors
• Food colouring (optional)
• Mixing bowl
• Spoon
• Measuring cups
• Water
• Spray bottle with water
• Glitter
• Fragrance or essential…
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