Awesome Autumn Experiments

🍂 5 Awesome Autumn Experiments

Fall for science with five fun, hands-on activities to enjoy this autumn!

Looking for something a little different to do with the children this autumn? Whether you’re a home-educating family, a teacher looking for seasonal inspiration, or simply want to make a rainy afternoon more interesting, this printable activity pack is full of opportunities to explore, experiment and discover.

Created by Carrie Ann the founder of The Science Booth, this 10-page PDF includes five autumn-inspired science activities using mostly everyday materials, with easy-to-follow instructions, explanations of the science and ideas for taking the learning further.

🧪 What’s inside?

🍂 Grow a Tree — Collect autumn seeds, plant them and discover what they need to germinate. Watch your seed grow into a seedling and explore the changes that happen through the seasons.

👻 Spooky Thaumatrope — Create a spinning optical illusion and discover how our eyes and brain process images. Includes a spooky printable template and a blank one for designing your own.

🧪 Lava Lamp — Make a colourful, bubbling lava lamp using oil, water, food colouring and an effervescent tablet. Explore why oil and water don’t mix and what makes the bubbles rise and fall.

🌱 The Physics of Seeds — Discover how seeds travel and investigate the science behind helicopter seeds. Includes printable paper helicopter templates to cut out, fold and test.

🍎 Apple Browning — Investigate why apples turn brown when cut and explore whether lemon juice can slow the process. A brilliant opportunity to make predictions, observe changes and compare results.

📚 More than just five experiments

Each activity includes a materials list, step-by-step instructions, a child-friendly explanation of what’s happening, safety guidance and suggestions for extending the investigation. Printable templates are also included for the thaumatrope and paper helicopters.

The pack is designed to encourage curiosity, conversation and hands-on learning, whether you’re using it at home or adapting it for a classroom activity.

📥 What you’ll receive

A 10-page digital PDF containing all five experiments and printable templates. Download it, print the pages you need and get experimenting!

Please note: This is a digital download. No physical product or experiment materials will be posted. Adult supervision is required for the activities.

🍁 Ready to fall for science? Add the pack to your basket and enjoy some awesome autumn experiments!