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Peppermint Lab

Peppermint Lab
Peppermint Lab
  • Activity Time: 15-30 minutes
  • Recommended Ages: 3-4, 5-7, 8-11, 12+
  • Adult Involvement: Medium
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Peppermint Lab

By Curiosity Zone November 20, 2019

In this science experiment, kids explore liquids, solids and phase changes while making fun holiday projects out of peppermints.  Heat changes the solid peppermint candies into a liquid that can flow and take the shape of its container.

Safety Notes

Be careful not to let children touch hot objects.

Materials

  • Peppermint candies
  • Aluminum foil
  • Non-stick spray or similar
  • Oven
  • Cookie cutters (optional)
  • Small bowl (optional)
  • String or ribbon (optional)

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Instructions

See video.

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