A simple science experiment that will allow kids to learn how nature works is to create a homemade tornado. This easy project is fascinating and fun for kids of all ages. Whether it is for a school science fair or just a lesson at home, kids will be intrigued by how a tornado works. Once you've captured their attention with the project, you can explain to them how a tornado moves across land, moving everything in its dangerous path.
- Jar, lid
- Liquid dishwashing soap
- Food coloring
- Spoon
- Small houses, trees or plastic animal figures
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Instructions
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Add water to the jar, filling it about 3/4 of the way.
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Squeeze several drops of food coloring into the water.
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Fill a spoon with liquid dish soap and stir it into the mixture.
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Place a few tiny houses, animals or trees into the water for added effect.
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Cap the jar tightly.
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Shake the jar up and down for a few seconds.
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Twirl the jar sideways for a second and then set it down to watch the tornado.
