21 Experiments for Summer Science Learning Activities for Kids

Woohoo! Summer is just about here. Summer can also bring summer slide. Stop summer slide with simple experiments that are perfect summer science learning activities for kids!

Every summer, I hear from parents who are looking to keep the learning activities going all summer long. Science experiments are a great way to make summer learning activities super fun!

Check out this roundup of experiments that are perfect for summer science learning activities!

Make butter just like 123 Homeschool 4 Me
Grow a little plant with this idea from Little Bins for Little Hands
Check out air pressure with an easy experiment from Darcy & Brian
Make a little hot ice with Frugal Fun for Boy and Girls
Watch how water can move with a simple experiment from Little Bins for Little Hands
Build a balloon boat with a sponge, just like on The Craft Train
Experiment with color and celery in this great idea from Coffee Cups & Crayons
DIY bouncy balls from A Few Shortcuts
Make a sunset in a glass just like Rookie Parenting
Build a giant rainbow crystal from Hello Wonderful
Make your sidewalk colorful with liquid chalk from Growing a Jeweled Rose
Experiment with candy like Playdough to Plato
Cool off with ice cream in a bag from More Than A Worksheet
Launch your own bottle rocket with a fun experiment from Spaceships and Laser Beams
Slurp on a slushie just like Reading Confetti
Build your own s’mores without a campfire when you make a solar oven with this idea from Desert Chica
Blow long bubble snakes with a tutorial from One Little Project
Learn how leaves breath with this idea from KC Edventures
Watch your ice volcano explode with an easy experiment from Reading Confetti
Explore sinking and floating with an activity that’s perfect for little kids from Fantastic Fun and Learning
Cool off with fizzy sherbet and an edible experiment from Laughing Kids Learn