Skittles Rainbow Experiment

March 08, 2019
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Wow the kids while exploring science with the Skittles rainbow experiment!
This experiment is really easy to set up! All you need is a bag of Skittles, a plate, and a few willing participants.  If your kids are anything like mine they will be eager to jump in and see if they can make a Skittles rainbow!
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Skittles Rainbow Experiment

Materials
Method
  • Begin by placing Skittles in general, rainbow order along the inner perimeter of a shallow plate.
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  • Each time we do this experiment we place the candies a little differently.  The exact placement does not matter.  Just be sure that the candy colors are rotated. 
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  • Once the Skittles are in place it is time to add the water!
  • Have the kids carefully pour very warm water directly into the middle of the plate.
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  • Have them pour just enough water so that the Skittles are in the water but not fully submerged.
  • Then, step back & observe.
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  • Kids will immediately notice the outer shell of the candies beginning to dissolve, creating a mesmerizing rainbow effect.
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  • The rainbow will quickly expand as the skittles are exposed to the water.
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  • My kids were in awe over this simple bit of science and marveled as the colors danced & swirled into beautiful explosions of color!
Extend the Fun
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  • Make different patterns on the plate before adding water.
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  • Try this experiment using varying temperatures of water.  Then, compare the results.
  • Try using other liquids besides water.  Does it work?  
The Science

Why don't the varying colors mix in the water?
  • Each skittle coating holds a different sugar density.
  • Due to the varying densities of the candy coatings the colors do not mix in the water.
  • Learn more about liquid densities.
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Crystal Underwood is the writer and creator of Growing A Jeweled Rose. She has worked extensively with children and strongly believes in the importance of play at the core of early learning. She is passionate about the early years and believes that childhood should be a truly magical time in life. For all the best kids activities connect with Growing a Jeweled Rose below!