Kitchen Volcano
Build, erupt, change one thing and compare.
Kitchen Volcano: An Earth Science Experiment in One Class
A single class for ages 6 to 10. Children build a small volcano from kitchen materials, make it erupt and learn what happens inside a real one.
Class Experience
Children shape a cone around a cup, then add baking soda, washing-up liquid and vinegar for a foamy eruption. The teacher links each part of the model to a real volcano and explains how the model is different. Children try a second eruption with one change and compare.
How classes work
This is a single 45-minute live class with up to 5 learners. The teacher demonstrates, learners take part, and everyone shares at the end.
What we'll cover
Kitchen Volcano – Build, erupt, change one thing and compare.
Learning Outcomes
Build a simple volcano model
Explain that gas makes the foam rise
Name the main parts of a volcano
Change one thing and compare results
Prerequisites
Ages 6-10. No experience needed. An adult nearby to help with pouring. A tray to catch the mess.
What You'll Need
- Supplies
- Baking sodaVinegarWashing-up liquidFood colouringA small cupFoil or playdoughA tray
- Device and internet
- Computer or tablet with camera and microphonestable internet connectiona table to work at
A materials list is sent before each session. Everything is a common kitchen or household item. An adult should be nearby during experiments.
Syllabus
1 LessonsA step-by-step plan of what your child learns, class by class. · 1 Week
Available Times
Next 7 days, US Eastern Time
- Mon, Nov 16 · 10:30 AM
- Mon, Nov 16 · 4:30 PM
- Tue, Nov 17 · 4:30 PM
- Tue, Nov 17 · 7:30 PM
- Fri, Nov 20 · 11:00 AM
Parents Often Ask
A little. A tray or baking sheet keeps it contained.
Yes. It uses baking soda and vinegar only. An adult should help younger children pour.
The shape is; the reaction is not. The class explains the difference.
Yes. It is one 45-minute class, with nothing to prepare beyond the materials listed.
The teacher can point you to a club or course on the same topic.
Meet your Instructor
With experience teaching primary science and training in NGSS-aligned elementary curriculum, this educator focuses on early childhood developmental science and practical classroom strategies. Lessons prioritize hands-on, visual, and online-friendly activities that make scientific concepts tangible and memorable for young learners. Instruction emphasizes exploration, simple engineering thinking, and supportive scaffolds that help learners build confidence and curiosity while mastering grade-appropriate science standards.
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