Dive into the exciting world of chemistry with hands-on experiments that explore the science behind fizzy chemical reactions. This interactive experience sparks curiosity as students discover how mixing everyday ingredients can create amazing changes in the world around us.
This programme encourages students to ask questions, observe closely and think critically about the science behind the reactions and ask, why do bath bombs fizz?
Learning Areas and Strands: Science: Material World – Properties and Changes of Matter; Investigating in Science
Duration: 50 minutes
Suitable for: Year 1 – 4 onwards, maximum 30 students
Availability: All year
The education programme
Guided by our educators, your students will:
- Understand how chemical reactions can produce gases and change the physical properties of materials
- Understand that the fizzing in bath bombs is caused by a chemical reaction that creates carbon dioxide gas.
- Create a small bath bomb to take home.
This programme can be tailored to meet the needs of your students