Fun Halloween Science Experiments – Fall Science Activities – October STEM
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Keep your students engaged during October with these hands-on Halloween themed science activities! This fun-filled science activity pack will have your students engaged in five different science experiments. These Halloween science experiments were originally designed to be done as science stations, however, they can easily be done one at a time as a whole class lesson.
Keep your students engaged during October with these hands-on Halloween themed science activities! This fun-filled science activity pack will have your students engaged in five different science experiments. These Halloween science experiments were originally designed to be done as science stations, however, they can easily be done one at a time as a whole class lesson.
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Many of these activities could also be completed during October as part of your science activities and lessons. In this Halloween science resource you will receive the following 5 science experiments: Create a Ghost Balloon, Dissolve Candy Corn, Glow Sticks in Different Water Temperatures, Pumpkin Candy Towers, and Static Electricity! These Halloween science experiments are sure to be a hit with your students and will help you keep them engaged through the crazy month of October.
Fun Halloween Science Stations and October Science Experiments include:
- Create a Ghost Balloon
- What liquid will dissolve candy corn the most?
- What water temperature will make the glow stick last the longest?
- Pumpkin Candy Towers
- Static Electricity
Materials Needed:
- White balloon, black sharpie, empty water bottle, vinegar, baking soda
- 3 different liquids, clear cups, candy corn, spoon, timer, paper towels
- Hot water, room water, ice water, glow sticks, cups, marker
- Pumpkin candies, toothpicks
- Tissue paper, scissors, balloons
What’s Included in this download?
- Materials Page
- Student Recording Sheets that include materials and procedures
- 5 Science Activities
Why Should I Use Science Experiments on Halloween?
- Students are often incredibly energetic on Halloween. Instead of trying to teach boring concepts on a holiday, allow students to have fun while still learning science.
- Hands-on activities create a level of student buy-in. There’s motivation to learn and grow now that the student has enjoyed a learning activity.
- Hands-on activities will also allow students to be social. This will help you channel student energy into something academic.
- Have fun with your students! They are able to see your personality and you are able to learn more about them, too.
With the printable pages, you can send them home for students to make with their families, too!
Looking for even more fun science activities for your class?
- Experiment BUNDLE – Check out the seasonal bundle with over 60 experiments included!
- 5th Grade Science Board Games – Use these engaging science games to keep students practicing new skills while having fun!
- 5th Grade Science Review Flip Book – With over 25 topics included, students will love reviewing science standards!
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Michelle L. –
This is a great resource for my classroom!
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Shannon H. –
My students loved doing these excitements. I loved how easy they were to plan and use. Great resource.
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Students loved all of the experiments? Thanks for fun and valuable Halloween science!!
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This was a fun STEM activity to do with students during our Halloween party! Thanks!
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Emily Finley –
My class thought this activity was very cool!
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Kaitlyn Adams –
This resource was super fun around Halloween!
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Rachel L. –
Students loved doing the experiment. They had lots of fun.
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Kay T. –
They loved these experiments!!! They were amazed at the results!
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Shelby H. –
My students loved doing these science experiments! This was a fun activity to use during class for students to learn about.
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Fun in the Sun –
Great Halloween science projects that are quick and easy!
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Molly Hall –
Experiments were easy to prep and so much fun! My students enjoyed the hands-on experiences and were very engaged Halloween week!
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Muniirah L. –
Students loved the halloween themed experiments especially the glow stick one!
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Jill H. –
This was a terrific resource to use for a fun, engaging Halloween activity! Easy to follow instructions.
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Michele S. –
So many amazing, engaging science lessons! My students loved the glow stick one for STEM Night! I will have to use the others.
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Miriam W. –
This was a fun activity for Halloween week. My students found it to be engaging and stimulating.
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Time to Teach Kidz –
My students absolutely loved completing these experiments! They were a great way to celebrate Halloween with learning activities!
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Jakara M. –
Loved these activities for halloween! They were super easy with little to no-prep!
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Rosshell N. –
Such a fun way to incorporate science during the fall time!
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Five Minute French Teacher –
Amazing science experiments. My students loved every one of them!
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My students were very excited and engaged with these fun, learning experiments. Thank you.
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Great and engaging resource for students. They loved completing it!
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Jamie J. –
My students enjoyed the activity stations! The set up was completely manageable for my different groups of students.
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Pam Sayer –
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Mardea –
The students LOVED these activities! This was a time saver to have all the recording sheets and decorations already done.
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My students really enjoyed this activity. The instructions were easy to follow.
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Cierra M. –
My students were excited to use this! Thanks so much!
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Amy F. –
This resource is great! No prep work other than gathering and organizing the materials for the experiments. We have really enjoyed them. They are fun and engaging and my kids are really enjoying them.
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Great resource- thank you for creating to use in the classroom!
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leeniebeth –
Perfect for some fun Halloween activities and to keep the learning going! Thank you!
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Jennifer H. –
The experiment write ups were engaging for all levels of students.
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Kelly B. –
My students loved the different Halloween themed experiments in our class! We used this resource to help teach the scientific method steps in a more engaging and interesting way.
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I have used this resource for the past two years and the students really love the experiments!
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This was a great resource for Halloween! The kids loved the activities.
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Thanks for creating a great resource for my students!
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Thanks for an amazing resource as this was a great supplemental to what my students were currently learning.
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My students loved these experiments! I paired them with my scientific method unit.
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Very engaging resource. Thank you for the hard work put into creating it!
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Hannah Trala –
I loved using these for fun and engaging experiments to do during the month of october. Students were very engaged and the activities were very easy to set up and complete
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Mackenzie A. –
These are such fun experiments to do with my class and they love doing them. It is definitely something they looked forward to! I love the questions that go along with each experiment to allow for purpose and understanding! Each one is student friendly!
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Ms. M’s learning shop –
Great resource! My students really enjoyed this and found it very engaging.
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Jennifer W. –
My kids loved the balloon ghosts. Even the principal was impressed!
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The Fun Halloween Science Experiments – Fall Science Activities – October STEM is a fantastic collection of hands-on activities that bring science to life during the fall season. With a focus on spooky and fun experiments, students can explore concepts like chemical reactions, density, and states of matter while using everyday materials. These experiments are both educational and festive, making them perfect for classrooms or at-home activities in October. A great way to engage students in STEM while celebrating the Halloween spirit!
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Teaching on Caffeine and Hope –
These experiments for perfect for the season and the kids enjoyed them.
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This was fun to do during the week of halloween. It kept the class focused and learning!
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My students loved the experiment, they were amazed.
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Toni H. –
I did this with my students rather than them doing it own their own and they loved it. Some were a little scared and hid under the desk not knowing if the balloon would pop or not. But they were engaged and it definitely left smiles on their faces.
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This activity was quick and easy for on the go, last minute teachers like me! The kids enjoyed it.
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Great resource for my 4th grade students. Thank you!
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Fun activities for the students to practice scientific methods at halloween!
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My class enjoyed this fun Halloween themed resource.
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Great Resource really helped out throughout the school year, absolutely loved it!
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STEM in the Middle –
Fun ideas for celebrating Halloween while still doing science. Thank you!
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Adventures of a 2nd Grade Teacher –
This was a fun and interactive activity for my students to use. They loved it!
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Fun science labs activities for the Halloween season.
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Christine C. –
Fun activities to do with your students on Halloween. It keeps them engaged. The resources are easy to use and do not require a lot of prep work.
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Taylor Sciubba –
Used this on Halloween for science. My students had so much fun!
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Rylie H. –
My students loved this! We did several the week of Halloween and it was a blast.
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I’m so glad I purchased this—it’s clear, organized, and genuinely helpful for my classroom. My students loved it, and I’ll definitely be using it again next year!
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This is a great resource! It was quite helpful, and I used it in class.
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Lauren A. –
My students are I had a lot of fun with these experiments!
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Transcend Expectations –
This was a fun way to reinforce skills during our seasonal unit. Students enjoyed the theme while staying focused on the learning.
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Pre-K All Day –
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Excellent resource! Everything was thoughtfully designed and ready to use. I appreciate the time and effort that went into creating it.
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