Baking Soda Dinosaur Eggs
Create your own dinosaur-themed baking soda eggs that fizz and reveal treasures inside, perfect for a fun and educational activity for all ages.
Ingredients
For the Egg Mixture
- 1 cup baking soda Main ingredient for the egg structure.
- 1/2 cup corn starch Helps to strengthen the mixture.
- 1/4 cup white vinegar Creates fizz when mixed with baking soda.
- 1/2 cup water Add gradually to achieve dough-like consistency.
Optional Additions
- small dinosaur figurines Place inside the molded eggs for surprise.
- few drops food coloring Use to add color to the eggs.
Tools
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 silicone mold or plastic egg mold
- 1 baking sheet For drying the eggs.
- 1 towel For drying the work area.
Instructions
Preparation of Mixture
- In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup of baking soda and 1/2 cup of corn starch. Stir well to blend.
- Gradually add 1/4 cup of vinegar and mix until the mixture starts to fizz.
Molding the Eggs
- Slowly incorporate 1/2 cup of water. Mix until you reach a dough-like consistency.
- If desired, mix in a few drops of food coloring for vibrant, colorful eggs.
- Press the mixture firmly into your silicone or plastic egg mold, placing a small dinosaur figurine inside each if desired.
Drying the Eggs
- Remove the molded eggs carefully and place them on a baking sheet.
- Allow the dinosaur eggs to dry for at least 24 hours in a cool, dry place.
Enjoy the Reveal
- Once dry, take your eggs outside or in a safe area.
- Use water to crack them open and reveal the hidden dinosaur treasures!
Notes
Experiment with different food colorings or natural dyes from fruits/vegetables for unique hues. Consider adding a few drops of essential oils for an aromatic twist. Use flavored soda for an extra fizz effect if desired.