It’s time for science class, and you’re looking for something different to engage your learners! Try one or more of these candy science projects!

Whether you have your kids melting, dissolving, mixing, or manipulating candy, they’re going to have a blast trying each and every one of these candy science experiments.

Some are holiday-specific, but most can be any time of year!

Start your candy science experience with this fun Skittles Shamrock activity! This one is simple enough for even preschoolers to do {mostly} on their own. After one activity, they’ll be begging for more.

Candy Science Fair Experiments

These candy science experiments work well with individual children or in a group setting. They’re perfect for home and school.

Making our own rock candy has always been a hit with my kids. We’ve done it in conjunction with lessons about rocks and crystals. Follow the step by step instructions for this activity. Steam Powered Family

Did you know you can float the M right off an M&M? Little Bins for Little Hands

Check out this candy chromatography project! Separating the colors that make up their favorite candy is a fun science project for kids. Science Sparks

Have you ever made a geyser? Your kids will LOVE this tutorial. There’s Just One Mommy

Candy comes alive with this simple science experiment of an acid versus a base. Kids will delight in watching gummy worms dancing and squirming right before their very eyes. Learning Resources

Can your kids make their gummy candies grow? They can! Talk about absorption and osmosis while completing this activity. Mama Smiles

Scroll down to the bottom of this post to find a fun pumpkin candy science project your kids will enjoy! Lessons 4 Little Ones

Your kids can build edible molecules with candy and popcorn following this example. The Natural Homeschool

Here’s another fun Skittles science experiment. This time, your kids will grow a Christmas tree! Gift of Curiosity

Follow this simple tutorial to make a frog life cycle candy science craft! Bring science to life with this fun, educational activity. Homeschool Preschool

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Speaking of Skittles, show kids how to make a Skittles rainbow. This activity is perfect for spring and for St. Patrick’s Day. Science Kiddo

Learn which liquid is best for dissolving candy hearts with this experiment. There’s Just One Mommy

Easter is the perfect time to try out these EIGHT candy science experiments. They feature PEEPS! Schooling a Monkey

Summer science at its finest! You don’t want to miss this ocean-themed Skittles candy science experiment. Your kids will beg to do it again and again. Homeschool Preschool

Your kids will be amazed when they bend a candy cane into a knot! Preschool Powol Packets

Compare and contrast the differences when you and your students dissolve candy canes in various liquids. Gift of Curiosity

Little ones will love exploring their five senses with Pop Rocks Science. There is even a printable to go along with this candy science experiment! Little Bins for Little Hands

If you’re learning about volcanoes (or volcanic rock), try making some Lava Toffee. This candy science experiment is based on an old family recipe, and it mimics the eruption of lava. Steam Powered Family

Kids can explore all sorts of questions as they build their own candy houses. Which candies make the best “bricks”? What makes the best “cement”? Science Sparks

Explore erosion with this easy erosion experiment for kids. Sugar, Spice, and Glitter

Kids will have fun comparing the effects of different liquids on Christmas Peeps candy. Gift Of Curiosity

Don’t miss this collection of three color fun experiments that feature Skittles. Life Is a Lullaby

Using math and science, your kids can learn about density with this Layered Lollipops experiment. Steam Powered Family

Show your little engineer can build a bridge with gumdrops and toothpicks. Little Bins for Little Hands

This fun Will It Melt? Candy Science experiment has a free printable recording page you can download. Playdough to Plato

More Candy Science Resources

After completing these candy science projects at home, you might want to check out these candy science activities. Click on each image to learn more about each product.

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