Apple Volcano
An apple sits on the table looking exactly like an ordinary apple. Children pick it up, turn it over, and wonder why there's a hole in the middle. Then the vinegar goes in. Foam begins climbing out of the center, spilling over the sides until the whole apple seems to come alive. That's the moment they move closer. They watch where the bubbles spread and how the colors change. Before long, they're wondering what would happen if they tried another apple, another color, or just a little more vinegar. An apple volcano gives a familiar baking soda and vinegar reaction an unexpected home, turning an ordinary piece of fruit into a science experiment that's surprisingly hard to walk away from. If this eruption leaves your child asking, "Can we do another one?" you'll find dozens more fizzing experiments in our Baking Soda and Vinegar Experiments for Kids collection . You can also explore our Fall Activities for Kids collection for more seasonal science experim...
