VOLCANO SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS & MORE

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Volcano eruptions are fascinating and devastating events. No wonder our children and even ourselves can be completely in awe of them. This week has volcano science experiments and activities to allow your child to explore these natural disasters at home. Also, you’ll find opportunities to learn about more natural disasters. 

The preschool volcano activities, instructions, printables and more can be found at Vv is for Volcano. You don’t want to miss this free preschool resource that I created for my boys and have made available to you! Book suggestions and coloring pages are also included. 

Books about volcanoes. 

In our homeschool we enjoy reading both whimsical books and technical. As long as they have beautiful illustrations and/or a compelling story I am on board! DK Life Cycles Illustrated by Sam Falconer and Volcano Dreams: A Story of Yellowstone by Janet Fox are personal favorites for learning facts about volcanoes. 

On the other hand, My Mouth is a Volcano by Julia Cook is an excellent story that teaches manners while creating a simile with volcanoes. Also, if you and your child have not danced to The Floor is Lava song by the Kiboomers you can decide whether to introduce this to them or not. If you do, beware. It may be all you listen to for the next month. But it will get your kiddos up and moving about! I have never showed them the video but simply play the song.

Preschool mini unit study: Volcanoes.

Preschool Volcano Activities #1: First prize goes to…

There are quite a few volcano science experiments to choose from but Smashing Geodes wins hands down. Tomorrow is the tried and true volcano eruption but that one does not compare (no matter how big you can get the eruption to be). Surprised? I know!  So out of the many volcano science experiments to choose from and a beloved one, what makes Smashing Geodes so special?

Hands off – unlike other volcano science experiments.

There are a few reasons I  absolutely adore this activity. The first is because all my boys want to participate. They enjoy it so much too that they share and take turns without my interference because they know the consequence is to end the experiment. Second, it takes no setup from me to keep it going, like other volcano science experiments. Basically it is very hands off. I remain as a casual observer to guarantee that safety glasses remain in place.

When curiosity overcomes a challenge.

The third reason smashing geodes earns first prize is because in a play based way their hand-eye coordination is challenged. They do not become frustrated because they’re enjoying themselves so much. I also can’t help but become curious and excited just like them! Oohing and ahhing over the sparkle of the minerals once they’ve busted inside. To read more about what geodes are check out Vv is for Volcano where I share more information about these volcanic formations and turning it into a complete lesson.

Preschool Volcano Activities #2: The most nostalgic of all volcano science experiments.

The Volcano Eruption. Whether you are performing this with basic baking soda and vinegar or a Mentos and Coke combination it is a beloved experiment. Also, you can check out the previous link to find ratios for the basic experiment.

Preschool Volcano Activities #3: Natural disaster charades

Although volcanoes are exciting and fascinating, they are also devastating to anything and anyone in their paths when they erupt. Much like other natural disasters. For this reason, at the end of the week I briefly introduce the concept of natural disasters. This is turned into a game of charades to keep it light hearted. The actions for demonstrating how mother nature’s fury is unleashed can allow children to learn about these natural events without tackling too big of concepts. Get the free printable here.

Preschool volcano activities and more.

The printables, coloring pages, instructions, and more are all available at Vv is for Volcano. Help your preschooler grow and explore the world around them. With activities and experiments that are designed to challenge and pique curiosity you’ll be blown away with how much your 3-5 year old retains. 

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