Chemical Volcano for Kids

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon liquid dishwashing soap
• 3 drops red food coloring
• 1 cup vinegar
• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 2 tablespoons baking soda

Directions

1. 1

   You will also need 1 empty 25oz. plastic bottle.

2. 2

   Build a mound of dirt up around the bottle, keeping the top open.

3. 3

   Combine the soap and food coloring in the bottle.

4. 4

   Add vinegar and pour in water almost to the top.

5. 5

   Here's the amazing part! -- In a large spoon blend the baking soda with a little tap water to moisten it and then quickly pour into the bottle.

6. 6

   The contents will erupt out of the bottle just like a volcano.

7. 7

   The kids will want to see this more than once so be prepared :).