Snowstorm in a Jar

Bring a little winter magic indoors with this quick, hands-on “snowstorm in a jar” experiment. It’s perfect for curious kids and busy parents.

Supplies

• Clear jar or bottle
• Baby oil
• White paint
• Water
• Glitter (optional)
• Alka-Seltzer tablets

Steps

1. Fill the jar ⅔ full with baby oil.
2. Mix white paint with water until milky; pour into the jar.
3. Add glitter if using.
4. Break an Alka-Seltzer tablet into pieces and drop in 2–3.
5. Watch the “snow” swirl! Add more tablets to repeat.

It’s a simple way to spark curiosity, creativity, and conversation all in one jar. Science time just became memory-making time.