Description
Create a magical experience with these Glitter Rainfall Explosion Bottles, perfect for fun science projects or sensory play.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 clear plastic bottle with cap (16–20 oz size)
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 1–2 tablespoons glitter (choose bold colors for extra sparkle)
- a few drops food coloring (electric hues recommended)
- 1 Alka-Seltzer tablet (break into quarters)
- 1 spoon or craft stick for stirring
- 1 tray to catch glitter spills
Instructions
- Add water and baking soda to the plastic bottle. Stir until fully dissolved.
- Add food coloring and glitter. Swirl gently for a marbled effect.
- Slowly pour in the vegetable oil. Let it settle on top.
- Break the Alka-Seltzer tablet into quarters. Drop one piece into the bottle.
- Watch the glitter rise and fall as bubbles fizz—enjoy your magical glitter storm!
Notes
- This activity is best done outside or in a space that’s easy to clean up.
- Use different colors of glitter and food coloring to create unique effects.
- Make sure to supervise children during this activity, especially with small parts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Not applicable
- Category: Craft
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Not applicable
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg