Can you believe it's almost June? Students will be out of school any day now if they aren't already, but the learning doesn't have to stop there. Learning can happen in more places than just a classroom, and summer is the perfect time to show students how much fun learning can be. With these ten easy hands-on science projects, students won't even realize they're learning!

You may already know that Mobile Ed is a huge fan of hands-on learning! Hands-on projects are the best way to get students engaged in the lesson while also helping many students to make sense of scientific concepts. Continue reading to learn several ways to get hands-on with science this summer. 

10 Summer Science Projects For Kids 

• • • • DIY Ice Cream. Who doesn't like ice cream? Try out this kid-favorite science experiment where you can make your ice cream and eat it too! Even better, the ingredients are ones you will probably find in your kitchen. Find directions here. 

• • • • Solar Oven. Any smores fans here? You're going to have to try this project! With a leftover pizza box or a delivery box, you kids might be able to build this solar oven easily themselves. Find directions here.

• • • • DIY Sundial. A classic science project that students love! We also love this one because it's simple, uses minimal materials, and gets students outside. Find directions here.

• • • • Watermelon Volcano. Haven't heard of this one? Then you need to try it! This is the perfect experiment to try outside! Find directions here.

• • • • Water Cycle in a Bag. A classic and easy science project for kids of all ages. Demonstrate how water changes phase with these 5 steps. Find the directions here. 

• • • • Slime. Have you had enough of the slime craze yet? If you have, we get it. But if you haven't, there's a lot of science involved in making slime that will be sure to interest your kids. Find directions here.

• • • • Bottle Rocket. Don't be scared to try this one with your kids! It takes minimal ingredients and is a whole lot of fun. Find directions here.

• • • • DIY Bubbles! Who doesn't love bubbles? These bubbles are easy to make and will keep kids outside and playing all day long. Find directions here.

• • • • Flower Dissection. Flowers are all around us; grab some tweezers and a magnifying glass and start learning about what's in our backyards. Find directions here.

• • • • DIY Planetarium. With a few supplies and craft skills, you can project your own constellations on your ceiling! You're not going to want to miss this science project, which is just perfect for a rainy day. Find directions here.

Want to learn more about the sun and the moon? The SkyDome Planetarium is our famous portable planetarium that allows students to experience the sun, moon, stars, and planets right inside their school! With high-quality animations and real-time visuals, this program will give students K-8 an up-close tour of the universe. This program is available all year round for schools, libraries, and community centers.

Contact us here for availability.