How to Make a Solar Oven

Cook with the power of the sun! This step-by-step guide shows you how to build a homemade solar oven using simple materials like cardboard, foil, and plastic wrap. Perfect for eco-friendly cooking, fun science projects, or emergency preparedness, this solar oven can reach 65–120°C (150–250°F)—enough to melt, bake, and warm food on a sunny day.

Inside, you’ll learn:

✔ How to build and line a solar oven for maximum heat

✔ The science explained—reflection, absorption, and heat trapping

✔ Fun solar recipes, from s’mores to mini pizzas

✔ Tuning tips & troubleshooting for hotter, faster cooking

✔ Printable experiment tracker to log cooking times, temperatures, and results

A fun, educational STEM project for families, classrooms, or anyone curious about renewable energy!