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Sugar and Vinegar Fireworks

A colorful, fizzy, sensory science experiment for kids using basic kitchen pantry ingredients to create an erupting firework effect.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Play Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1 activity setup
Course: Activity, Craft
Cuisine: Science, Sensory
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Base
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup baking soda
Activators
  • 1 cup white distilled vinegar
  • 1 bottle liquid food coloring assorted colors

Equipment

  • Clear plastic cups
  • Large tray or sensory bin
  • Pipettes or droppers
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and baking soda until well combined.
  2. Place several clear plastic cups onto a large, deep tray or baking sheet to catch the mess.
  3. Scoop 2-3 tablespoons of the dry sugar/baking soda mixture into the bottom of each clear cup.
  4. Add 4-5 drops of a different colored food coloring directly on top of the dry powder in each cup.
  5. Provide your child with a cup of the white distilled vinegar and a pipette or small spoon.
  6. Have the child drop or pour the vinegar into the cups and watch the colorful, spiky fireworks erupt!

Notes

Always supervise young children. While ingredients are non-toxic, this is an activity, not a snack. Food coloring may stain clothes, so dress appropriately.