Make an erupting volcano Remember to always supervise young children
Step 3: When the paper mache is dry, get the kids to paint the volcano.
Materials: Used empty drink bottle (plastic or glass) Newspapers PVA glue and water mixed together Water 4- 5 drops dishwashing liquid Red food colouring 2 tbsp McKenzie’s Bi-Carb Soda ¼ cup of Vinegar
MAKING THE ERUPTION:
Method: MAKING THE VOLCANO SHELL Step 1: To make the basic shape of a volcano cut the middle of a plastic bottle out and then overlap the two ends together securing it with masking tape. Step 2: Now for the fun part: Apply paper mache to the volcano using small strips of newspaper dipped into a gluey water mixture. Allow to dry.
Homemade Playdough Ingredients: 2 tbs cooking oil 4 tbs McKenzie’s Cream of Tartar 2 cups plain flour 1 cup salt Food colouring 2 cups water Method: Mix all the ingredients in a saucepan and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, until the mixture congeals.
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Step 1: Fill the bottle almost full with water. Put four to five drops of dishwashing liquid into the water followed by two drops of red food colouring. Step 2: Add the Bi-Carb to the mix. Put the Volcano over the bottle so it is in place and ready to go.
