Popcorn and Salt Science Experiment
Science is a fascinating subject, but sometimes requires several hands on materials and preparation. However, us busy moms don’t have much time or money to spend of fancy science materials. That’s why I love this super simple project, the Popcorn and Salt Science Experiment. Read on to find out just how easy and very few materials you actually need.
Science is not a subject I excel in. I enjoy reading about and talking about this subject but when it comes to science experiments, I enlist the assistance of my husband. If he can make something blow up, dissect something, or take part in something that is gross to the average person, he’s all in. When he’s all in, the kids are all in.
It’s not that I’m not interested in Science. I totally am. I love learning new facts and interesting things just like the next person, it’s just that I never really had the opportunity to really dig my hands into everything that Science entailed when I was growing up.
Now that I’m an adult, I truly enjoy learning with my kiddos just as much as they do. (That’s our little secret, I don’t want them to know I’m learning right along with them…haha)
Lately, I’ve been sharing some science projects you can do in your own home easily! So these discussions are just as much for me as they are for you, my dear readers! I hope the ideas shared, book lists, and unit studies help to give you ideas of things you can do in your own homeschool!
Easy Science Experiment Resources
And just remember, this subject is so fun, inventive and imaginative that it’s literally possible to learn and explore something new each and every day! Have fun opening up the world of Science to your children.
What they see in front of their eyes in their personal surroundings is wonderful, but when the magic of Science starts knocking at the door, your children will learn that there is so much more to this amazing world
Here are some of our favorite Science books!
The Everything Kids’ Science Experiments 
101 Great Science ExperimentsEverything You Need to Ace ScienceThe Book of Totally Irresponsible Science: 64 Daring Experiments for Young ScientistsKitchen Science Lab for Kids: 52 Family Friendly Experiments from Around the House (Lab Series)365 Simple Science Experiments With Everyday Materials. So much fun.
Read: Ways to Make Learning the Periodic Table Fun! PLUS- Free unit Study!
Popcorn Salt Science Experiment
Let’s dig deep into some exciting experiments with this super fun popcorn and salt Science Experiment!
Popcorn is one of America’s favorite snack foods. It has been around for a long time! (It’s really popular on movie nights in our house, for sure!) American history alone dates popcorn back to the days of pilgrims when they discovered if they left corn on the fire, fluffy white yummy goodness was made!
I personally LOVE popcorn and I go almost weekly to our local theater just to fill a bucket and bring it home. Don’t judge. (Now that you know this is an option, I bet you’ll start doing it, too…)
Technically, I could make it here in my Instant Pot or on my stove top, but I must confess – movie theater popcorn is my weakness! I can’t explain what makes it so wonderful…oh wait, yes I can. The magical movie theater butter!
Using popcorn for a home science project a cheap and fun way to teach kids! I hope you enjoy this project and make memories that will last! By the way, if you take pictures I would love to see them! Join our group above and feel free to share!
Using popcorn for a home science project a cheap and fun way to teach kids! I hope you enjoy this project and make memories that will last! By the way, if you take pictures I would love to see them! Join our group above and feel free to share!
Simple Popcorn & Salt Science Materials Needed
This experiment is so simple, you only need two ingredients in a jar!
- 16 oz glass jar and lid (I used a 16 mason jar, lid, and ring like pictured below)
- 1 C. table salt
- 1/4 C. popcorn kernels
Ball Pint Jar, Regular Mouth, Set of 2
Easy Popcorn & Salt Science Experiment Directions
1) Pour the salt & popcorn kernels into the jar and seal with the lid.
Free Scientific Method Worksheet to use along with the popcorn & salt science experiment! Don’t forget to print it!
Now is the time to write out your hypothesis for Popcorn & Salt Science Experiment!
In order to get your kiddos thinking about their own scientific thought process, it’s always a good idea to ask them some questions about the latest experiment.
One question example you could ask after completing this Popcorn and Salt Science Experiment is:
- Did the experiment end up how they thought it would?
- How close was their initial hypothesis to the actual results?
- What would they change about the experiment if they could to get a different outcome?
Popcorn and Salt Science Experiment
Let’s dig deep into Science experiments with this super fun popcorn and salt Science Experiment!
Materials
- 16 oz glass jar and lid
- 1 C. table salt
- 1/4 C. popcorn kernels
Instructions
- Pour the salt & popcorn kernels into the jar and seal with the lid.
- Roll the jar on a flat surface so the salt and popcorn mix together.
- Turn the jar upright and gently tap in on a flat surface. Watch what happens to the popcorn.
- Now it is time to think about what was learned. Remember in Science that a hypothesis is a well thought out prediction.
- Q: Does the popcorn and salt stay mixed?
