Looking for an easy, at-home science experiment? Watch how salt makes ice melt quickly with this fun, colorful project!
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Supplies:
<ul>
<li>Water frozen in cups or bowls</li>
<li>Plate</li>
<li>Salt</li>
<li>Food coloring</li>
</ul>
Instructions:
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<li>Place blocks of ice on a plate.</li>
<li>Generously sprinkle salt on top of the ice.</li>
<li>Add food coloring.</li>
<li>Watch what happens!</li>
</ol>
If your child enjoyed this activity, try these other <a href="https://www.primroseschools.com/blog/?s=science+fun" target="_blank" rel="noopener">science activities for kids</a>, including another ice cube science project: <a href="https://www.primroseschools.com/blog/science-fun-magic-ice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Magic Ice</a>!