This Lego Volcano Science Experiment is so fun and easy to add to your summer to-do list. It’s the perfect example of a baking soda and vinegar reaction test for Lego lovers. Just grab all your random Legos, some baking soda and vinegar, and you’ve got yourself a nice little science experiment.
Start with a flat Lego base, if you have one. If you don’t have a Lego base, you can just start building the volcano by making a large square and then build upwards. If you plan on doing the science experiment indoors, I highly suggest using an activity bin or something with a lip to prevent a huge mess.
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As you’re building your volcano, talk with your little ones about what they think will happen when you mix baking soda and vinegar together. Ask them to make a hypothesis about what the reaction will be. If your kids are a little older and can write, add an extra step to this science experiment by getting out some paper and asking your kids to draw a picture of their volcano before and after adding the baking soda and vinegar. On the same paper they can also write down their hypothesis.
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Just before topping off the Lego volcano, add a few scoops of baking soda. Then finish off the top but leave a small opening to pour in the vinegar. For a little extra fun, pour some vinegar in glass and add some food coloring. When you’re ready, count down and pour in the vinegar and watch what happens!
Materials Needed:
- Lego Building Base
- Legos
- 4 tbsp. Baking Soda
- 1 cup of Vinegar
- Spoon
- Food Coloring (optional)
- Activity Tray (optional)
Directions:
- Build Lego volcano.
- Before completely finishing the top of the volcano, add 4 tbsp. of baking soda to the inside. Finish off the top of the volcano until there’s a small opening. Note: you can really add just as mush baking soda as you want, there’s no limit.
- Add vinegar to see reaction.
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What are some of your favorite baking soda and vinegar science experiments? If you like this Lego Volcano Science Experiment, please pin.
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Meagan is in her mid-thirties and has been married for almost 10 years. She is a proud boy mom, happily navigating her way through the toddler years. She met her husband 20 years ago in high school; they got married 10 years later after graduating from the University of South Florida. Meagan currently helps run a family business with her parents and sister, while blogging about her life and taking care of her three-year-old son full time (at work)!
When she isn’t chasing her son around and constantly picking up Matchbox cars, she enjoys spending time with her family on a beach anywhere. She also loves decorating and organizing her home, delving into fun DIY projects, bargain shopping, and eating at unique restaurants. She also loves Barbecue anything and a good show or movie on Netflix.
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