purposeful play
Floating Hearts Science Experiment
simple science for kids
The Floating Hearts Science Experiment is a fun, hands-on STEM activity for kids. This Valentine’s Day science experiment never gets old and is a simple way for kids to explore science at home. This heart shaped activity is perfect for Preschool, Kindergarten and Elementary aged kids.
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purpose
Explores science concepts
Experiments with cause and effect
Introduces new vocabulary words
Explores water properties
Hands on learning
directions
How to do the Dry Erase Floating Hearts Science Experiment
Write on a glass or smooth plate with a dry erase marker
Slowly pour room temperature water onto the side of the plate.
Brand new dry erase markers work best
Dark colors seem to work better than lighter colors
Press lightly when you write and draw on the plate. If you press too hard the ink will have a hard time lifting
Be sure to add the water slowly from the side
Glass plates worked really with this experiment
The ink in the dry erase markers is insoluble and has very little adhesive.
Because of this-the force of the water buoyancy easily pulls the ink up and off the plate causing the ink to float in the water.
