These 21 fun chemistry homeschool ideas show your kids how we use chemistry every day.
When I read an older book about chemistry, it mentioned every house which has a kitchen has a laboratory.
And it made the point that chemistry is about finding out about things. Finding out what things are made of and what changes they undergo. Everything!
Even nature is a huge laboratory and always undergoing changes.
So these homeschool chemistry ideas for kids of all ages will help your young chemists to learn the principles of chemistry.
- Exploring the World of Chemistry: From Ancient Metals to High-Speed Computers
- The Wonder Book of Chemistry (Yesterday’s Classics)
- The Periodic Kingdom (Science Masters Series)
- The Photographic Card Deck of the Elements: With Big Beautiful Photographs of All 118 Elements in the Periodic Table
Homeschool Chemistry
Besides, most chemistry experiments can be done at home. Look at this easy list of things you probably already have on hand or could find easily.
- water glasses
- small glass bowls
- jars
- bottles
- cans and
- funnels can get you started.
Then, you may like to have other laboratory equipment in your home.
Below are a few other pieces you may want to add to turn your kitchen to lab site.
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And of course you will need a variety of common chemicals on hand depending on the activity your students want to do.
Sometimes, buying a kit may be easier. This Ooze Labs or Middle School Chemistry set will work.
In addition, I find it useful to teach my kids about the major branches of science like chemistry, biology, earth science and physics.
However, it’s important for them to know that there are probably hundreds of branches of science which fall under these broad categories.
For example, depending on which curriculum you use chemistry has 5 major branches.
They are organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, biochemistry and analytical chemistry.
In addition, as much as we have learned there are still many subdivisions.
Beyond atoms and learning about chemical reactions, chemist study the properties of matter and so much more.
You’ll have no shortage of topics depending on which branch your child is interested in.
High School Chemistry Homeschool Curriculum
Then, if you’re looking for homeschool chemistry curriculum, look at my post 10 Popular High School Chemistry Homeschool Curriculum.
CHEMISTRY IDEAS
Learn what makes a cookie...well, a cookie! This Science of Cookies STEM project walks you through exactly how.
Teach your kids the three different states of matter with these States of Matter Worksheets
I decided to make a DIY Chemical Formula Salt And Pepper Shaker Set. I
Learn about precipitation with this easy rain cloud experiment with free printable!
Have your kids create a fun "Frozen" inspired artwork using Epsom salts and food coloring!
How to Make a Glow in the Dark Sensory Bottle With Water Beads
Make a sensory bottle that glows in the dark! We filled our with plastic dinosaurs, but you can substitute those with your favorite animal.
Your kids will love making their own lava lamps
Although the Middle Ages is not really known for its scientific discovery, the ‘science’ of alchemy was a popular idea.
We took a different spin on this and did a green eggs chemistry experiment.
Atomidoodle is a virtual chemistry notebook that brings the period table of elements to life.
Need an idea for teaching the Periodic Table of Elements to Kids?
Nearly every liquid is either acidic or basic in nature. Acids are molecules that release hydrogen ions (H+) when dissolved in water
Blow Up a Balloon with a Chemical Reaction | Science Activity for Kids
Did you know that you can use chemical reactions to blow up balloons? What about your kids?
Look at these four free resources that I have found and created that I will be using with our high school chemistry to bring it alive and make it fit our preferred approach.
I love to engage my kids in activities with a dual purpose: educate and entertain. If we do a bit of bonding and memory-making at the same time, all the better. Soap making is a fun kitchen science.
Bring chemistry to “life” with a simple flower science experiment. If you are doing this activity in spring, use dandelions!
It’s a perfect summer experiment for dragon and fire enthusiasts of all ages.
Bring history to life with a bit of chemistry.
This walking water science experiment is so much fun and super easy to do!
Candy canes are formed into a shepherd's crook shape after the cooking process is complete.
These chemistry activities are simply fabulous! Thank you so much for including a few favorites from our blog! I love how comprehensive and compelling the collection on this page is. This should keep kids busy for a while 🙂