Spring is a time for discovery – and what better way to tap into your curious side then with a series of experiments! That’s exactly what our Warren County Day Community Opportunities Program (DCOP) has been up to these past few weeks. For a while now, the DCOP group has been tapping into their inquisitive side and conducting a number of experiments as a part of a larger “Mad Science” experiment series.
The experiments are fun and engaging, and many of the ingredients for each exercise can be found in your kitchen. The group breaks into smaller teams to conduct
the experiments, that way everyone has a chance to participate and learn. One particularly fun experiment involved using a water bottle, a little bit of water, white vinegar, baking soda, and food coloring. When combined you get a reaction similar to a volcanic eruption! The individuals in the Warren County DCOP group had a blast conducting this experiment. It was even a nice enough day to conduct the experiment outside in a nearby park!
Other experiments include the Magic Milk experiment, which involves turning regular milk into a beautiful array of colors using dish soap and food coloring. The Skittles Rainbow science experiment uses skittles candies, a white bowl or plate, and water to demonstrate the act of dissolving, absorption, and color mixing. We can’t wait to see what experiments they conduct next!