Instant Snow Powder
Add water to our Insta-Snow powder for an eruption of fluffy snow.
Usually ships the next day.
Recommend for 4 years & up with adult supervision.
Deal of the Day
Makes Fluffy Artificial Snow in Seconds!
Just add water and the powder instantly erupts into amazing artificial snow that looks and feels like the real thing. Technically, it’s a superabsorbent polymer (if you really want to know), but it looks and feels like the real thing. It’s so realistic that it’s being used in indoor snowboarding parks and by special effects artists in movies. Once you start playing with the stuff, you just can’t put it down.
Makes two gallons of fluffy instant snow in seconds. Includes mixing instructions, science explanation and measuring scoop to mix-up a perfect batch every time. Recommended for children ages 4 and up with adult supervision.
- 2 gallons coverage area: 25 cm (10") x 36 cm (14") x 10 cm (4")
- 4 gallons coverage area: 36 cm (14") x 51 cm (20") x 10 cm (4")
- 8 gallons coverage area: 51 cm (20") x 76 cm (30") x 10 cm (4")
- 40 gallons coverage area: 76 cm (30") x 255 cm (100") x 10 cm (4")
Don't be fooled by imitations! Steve Spangler's Instant Snow® was recently featured on the Tonight Show, Regis Live, The Today Show, ABC's Good Morning America, The CBS Morning Show, and the Ellen Show.
What's included?
- Instant Snow powder
- Measuring scoop
- Activity guide
Insta-Snow Frequently Asked Questions
Cool Ideas for Using Insta-Snow
How does it work?
Just mix a cup of water with a scoop of Insta-Snow polymer and within seconds, the liquid turns into a solid and then erupts into a fluffy white, snow-like material (no mixing required). Watch in amazement as it instantly expands up to 100 times its original volume. It’s not sticky or clumpy like other Insta-Snow imitations. Insta-Snow® is the only brand of snow polymer that actually erupts into a fluffy white powder. Insta-Snow doesn't melt, it's long-lasting, and it's even reusable after it dries out. Perfect for holiday decorating.
What does it teach?
Explore the ever-changing science of polymers as students experiment with Instant Snow. Each Insta-Snow product comes with an activity guide with suggestions for science fair projects, classroom demonstrations, experiment ideas, and fun ways to explore the science of polymers. Insta-Snow, the original Instant Snow, is an amazing polymer that turns ordinary water into a white fluffy substance that looks like real snow! It's the latest technology used by movie makers to create incredibly realistic snow scenes.
Product FAQ
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Insta-Snow - Footprints in the Snow
November 23rd, 2009 -
Insta-Snow
February 20th, 2009 -
Insta-Snow Powder
December 6th, 2004
Click the thumbnail below to see the video.
Download the Safety Information for Insta-Snow (pdf)
SCIENCE SMARTS
We are a funny company with lots of funny people working hard to make learning fun. But we take science very seriously at Steve Spangler Science. We thoroughly evaluate the safety aspects of all of our products prior to their use in the school or home. We also understand that safety is a mutual responsibility. All of our instructions detail the necessary procedures you must take in order to conduct the experiments in the safest manner possible. Is water safe? Yes and no... it all depends on how YOU use it. That’s why every safety data sheet tells you to “keep out of reach of young children” regardless of how safe the material might be.
ADVICE FOR SUPERVISING ADULTS:
We require all science experiments to be conducted under the supervision of an adult. Read and follow the safety instructions, the safety rules and the first aid information and keep them for reference. The incorrect use of chemicals can cause injury and damage to health. Adults should exercise discretion as to which experiments are suitable and safe for their children. The instructions should enable supervisors to assess any experiment to establish its suitability for a particular child. The supervising adult should discuss the warnings and safety information with the child or children before commencing the experiments. Particular attention should be paid to the safe handling of chemicals. The surrounding area should be kept clear of any obstructions and the contents of the activity kept away from food or food storage. The work space should be well lit, ventilated and close to a water supply.
THIS KIT CONTAINS THIS CHEMICAL:
SODIUM POLYACRYLATE (INSTA-SNOW)
This product is not considered to be a health risk. Sodium polyacrylate is the superabsorbent material used in disposable baby diapers. Keep away from eyes and mouth. Keep out of reach of young children.
GENERAL CHEMICAL SAFETY:
DO NOT PLACE THE MATERIAL IN THE MOUTH. DO NOT INHALE THE DUST OR POWDER. MAY IRRITATE EYES, SKIN, NASAL AND RESPIRATORY PASSAGES.
EYES: Rinse immediately with water. Remove contact lenses if wearing any. Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes.
SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Drink a glassful of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting.
SKIN: This material is safe to touch. Rinse skin with water when finished.
DISPOSAL: This material is considered to be non-hazardous and environmentally safe. The finished product can be disposed of by normal means (in the trash) or dissolved with excess water. The snow product can also be mixed with dirt as a way to hold moisture in the soil. Insta-Snow will biodegrade in 90 days.
CLOGGED DRAIN:
Do not put Insta-Snow down the drain. In the event of a clogged drain, add table salt and excess water to the snow to break down the polymer.
IN CASE OF ACCIDENTAL INTAKE OF A CHEMICAL OR OBJECT, CALL: 1-800-222-1222.
This toll-free number will put you in touch with the poison control center in your state.
WARNING: If your child has collapsed or is not breathing, call 911.
IMPORTANT: KEEP INSTA-SNOW® OFF WALKING SURFACES. The snow is extremely slippery when wet. Insta-Snow is a water-based product and should not be used directly on wood or moisture-sensitive surfaces without some sort of surface protection.
For additional information or to request a formal Material Safety Data Sheet, contact a customer service representative at (800) 223-9080.
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Love the Insta-Snow
Shannon - January 7, 2012
My son dumped 3 tsp. into a big bowl of water and hydrated it till it was slush, but it's still super fun to play with. We spread it out on a tray and used cookie cutter shapes to make fun shapes out of the slush. |
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It was snowing in San Diego on Christmas Day!
KR - December 26, 2011
Thank you for your wonderful product. My 5 grandchildren had a wonderful time playing with the 16 gallons of insta-snow we made for them. You helped make a wonderful Christmas memory for our family. |
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insta snow
CJ Biela - December 22, 2011
This stuff is a must for our south Texas children who do not get snow- ever! |
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Instant Snow Means Instant Success for My Magic Show
Steven - December 8, 2011
I just placed another order for Instant Snow. I'm using it for this years Christmas Holiday Magic Show and it is going great. |
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WOUNDERFUL SNOW
Rupert Bryant - December 7, 2011
The snow is WOUNDERFUL! I play Santa for the Month of December in many places. I found a product like this for the first time three years ago and we had so much fun for just a small can. Last year I found another snow product that ended up being a big failure. When you mixed in the water you had to use something to mix and fluff it yourself. It felt like snow and would pack into a snow ball. This was not good being around small children. I purchased this product and it is wonderful, NO MIXIING! I place a very small amount into a glass and it grows out and all over the table top for the children to play with after just pouring in the water. NO PACKING of the snow, just fluffy fun. The children are more amazed with this product than any I have used in the past. GREAT STUFF! |
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Magic Snow
Joy Chartrain - November 27, 2011
IK was psyched to know that the snow ended up on his Mom's floor, and my great nephew was plowing it with his plow. His Dad owns a landscaping business and plows snow. |
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It's snowing!!
Melissa Harry - November 21, 2011
We purchased instant snow for our son's 5th birthday party. When the kids poured the water into the snow powder they were amazed to watch the water turn to a gelatin-like substance then expand into fluffy white snow. They couldn't stop running their hands through it. I used cold water because it felt more authentic. |
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Cool!!!
Sandy - November 6, 2011
Going to be the perfect addition to my tabletop decor at my daughter's January wedding reception! May have to order more as I keep wanting to show it to people! Love it! |
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Instant Snow
J Rothfuss - November 1, 2011
Th polymers booth at Family Science Night was a HUGE success. It amazed young and old alike. |
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Excellent
Charlene Roche - October 26, 2011
The snow is being used as part of a centerpiece for a Christmas Tree Brunch. We are placing a lighted tree inside the vase on the snow along with a snowman. It looks great. |
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AMAZING!!!!!
Evan - October 4, 2011
best product EVER!!!!!!! i had a really fun time using it, but it was really had to clean it all up, it would be nice if it would be better if they would make it so you could clean it up better. |
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Very COOL!
Melanie Kost - September 18, 2011
I used science experiments as object lessons, because I love the "wow" factor. It helps kids remember the point I'm trying to make. I used this product at a health fair over a year ago, and the kids were amazed. They still mention it when they see me again. Worked extremely well! |
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LOVE THIS!
Kiasa - September 17, 2011
I taught a lot of kids for several years and they all could do this experiment without problems and they all LOVED it. |
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Loved it.
J. Moesser - September 13, 2011
My 8 year-old son loves this stuff. I'll be ordering more. |
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Let it snow!
Judy - September 11, 2011
I can't kept enough of this around.....kids and adults alike in afterschool programs, classrooms, community centers, scouts all love it! We freeze it and let it "melt", we color it (some with colored water; others after), we dry it, etc. Amazing stuff! |
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Just incredible!
Kathy Storer - August 26, 2011
We ordered this for our 12 yr. old son. He LOVES anything that has to do with science and experiments. This is just amazing to watch and feel when it's snow! We've enjoyed showing our friends & family and watching their reaction as the powder expands into snow! LOVE IT! |
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PLUMBER LOVES THIS STUFF!
A Harbst - June 28, 2011
The kids loved the instant snow - so did the plumber. The snow clogged the drain, the drain backed up and the water pipes were clogged too. A couple bags of snow shut off the water to two buildings twice so far. It is also dangerously slippery. |
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Amazing!
Kristie Lasiter - June 26, 2011
The kids were absolutely in awe of this stuff! It was a total hit! |
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happy w/snow
M Green - June 15, 2011
The kids loved the insta-snow. We only used a portion of the bag and we had plenty of snow to go around. We are still playing with the snow after 4 days since the birthday party. This was a great hit, and a must for your science party. |
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Bam!
Andrea Jay - May 2, 2011
My favorite thing about Insta-Snow is that after you've added the water nothing happens for about half a second and then all the sudden the polymers fill and BAM - you've got a huge volume of snow. |
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This worked Great!
kristina - March 29, 2011
I am a director of children's ministry and we used the snow for a lesson plan and it was awesome! We even put some in baggies for the kids to take home...they loved it! |
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Insta-fun!
Christina Reed - March 13, 2011
I ordered the Insta-snow after my 2 year old played with it at his school and loved it. He had such a blast playing with it. When the product was delivered I took it out immediately and my two year old played with it for 1 1/2 hours and plays with it 2-3 times a day. He loves it! |
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Instant Snow
Alice Forbes - March 5, 2011
This is not the first time I have bought this. My grandchildren and I have enjoyed it so much in my Christmas Village that I wanted to add even more snow. We watered it every day juet to we could have a reason to play in it! I'll be getting even more due that I expand my village every year. |
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Snow Day Party
Andrea Kamens - February 14, 2011
After all our snow days this year in Boston, Snow Day was my daughter's party theme for turning 6. The outside was slushy and yucky but inside we made batch after batch of Insta-Snow. The trick never got old. The kids sprinkled it in their hair, squeezed it, made it extra slushy, and decorated with it. But making it *repeatedly* was repeatedly the best part. Adults who came for pickup asked a lot about the science especially why it was cold to the touch! Now my 3 year old has filled toy plate, bowls and cups with "sugar" or "flour" and keeps cooking things for us. Not just snow - it can be anything with imagination. |
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Insta snow
Stacey from Arkansas - February 4, 2011
Used this with first grade and they loved it! Insta Snow was so easy to use! My students loved watching the powder transform! It fit right in to my lesson on seasons. |
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Instant Snow
K. Kelley - February 1, 2011
My 1st grade class, along with their 4th grade buddies, had a great time "making" snow in science. It was a great way to provide a hands-on experience for children who have never felt or seen actual snow. The excitement and surprise when they added the water to the powder was fun to watch. |
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Party Hit!
Tina August - January 30, 2011
I got some of this for my son's 5 year birthday party - it was a big hit! I had more than enough to let each kid make some of his own in a cup and also take some home. |
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AMAZING!! Kids loved it!
Amy - January 28, 2011
This stuff is amazing!!! The kids loved it and it is great that you can use it again and again! Perfect for this time of year when there is tons of snow outside as well! We had the children practice writing their letters in it with their fingers ...which was a unique way to learn the form of each letter. |
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the boys loved this
Julie - January 22, 2011
I gave my nephew a Mad Science 9th birthday party. This was the first experiment we did in the "lab". I gave the boys a prefilled container with the powder. I asked them to touch it and tell me what they thought it was. Then we added the water...and magic happened. They were so excited they wanted to have a snow fight! |
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insta snow
Pat - January 9, 2011
loved it, I've ordered this before. the kids love it - so fun to see it transform and fun to play with! |
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Snow Cool
Nathan Carlson - January 1, 2011
My kids love this stuff! But as you would expect it is messy. |
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Best science project
Norma Martinez - December 10, 2010
One of the few times that snowed here in Texas, I was able to compare insta snow with real snow and all my kiddos were so excited (not to mention the parents). I do this every year so my kiddos and they love it. THANKS |
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Instant Snow-Instant Awesomeness
Courtney Marionneaux - December 10, 2010
I absolutely loved the instant snow! And my Pre-k students, principal, parents, and other teachers loved it as well! I will buy this stuff every year. It doesn't snow often where I live so everyone loves playing with it. I can't help but touch it every time that I walk by it. A + product! |
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InstaSnow
Sandra Raymond - December 1, 2010
I teach preK and kindergarten science during the regular school year. One of my favorite things to do is to introduce them to polymers using InstaSnow....there is nothing better, in my opinion, to watch the faces of these little ones when the tiny bits in their baggie suddenly turns into a whole baggie of snow! Polymers become a "when we talk about them again" thing! |
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Insta Snow Powder
Rhonda Robinson - November 29, 2010
I purchased this for a science event. The adults all loved it as much as the kids! |
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fun stuff
Jenny - October 18, 2010
I just made 2 cups of the snow and it looks like the children I work with will love it. I am using the product in a sand table as a replacement for sand. I provide therapy to children who have been a victim of abuse. |
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The best ever
Lisa Britt - October 11, 2010
This is the coolest. My kids love the snow and living at the beach they don't see alot of it, but this brings it to them and is fun to play with |
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Snow much fun!
Kelly - October 7, 2010
This made a lot more snow than I envisioned it would. We really enjoyed watching and waiting for it to dehydrate and then making snow all over again! |
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Worked Great!
Ryan Gibbs - September 27, 2010
I used this product to do a children's time for our churches pre-school based on one of Jesus' parables. It worked great and the kids loved it! |
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WOW!
Jenny Brown - September 19, 2010
I finally captured the WOW factor on video. The kids in Children's Church LOVED the insta snow! |
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This was amazing!
mariafer - August 30, 2010
After buying the imitation at one of the stores and being very disapointed and after receiving an our ordered products from here and liking them, I decided to go to our local store and buying steve spangler Insta snow! It was amazing. The kids at the party LOVED it. Many of them said it was their favorite. I still have a cup sitting in my kitchen that I play with. I will probably have to buy a bigger container soon. |
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Feaux Sneaux
Ashley Lyle - June 22, 2010
In south Louisiana we call this stuff Feaux Sneaux. The kids absolutely love this stuff. I used it for a VBS activity. I put 1/2 tablespoon in one of those little togo ramekins you get sauces in at resturants and the kids added about 40mL of water and were amazed. The great thing about the togo ramekins is they came with lids so the kids got to take their snow home. They liked that part the best. Thanks for making this scientific polymer so readily avaliable. |
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Feaux Sneaux aka Insta Snow
Ashley Lyle - June 22, 2010
In south Louisiana we call this stuff Feaux Sneaux. The kids absolutely love this stuff. I used it for a VBS activity. I put 1/2 tablespoon in one of those little togo ramekins you get sauces in at resturants and the kids added about 40mL of water and were amazed. The great thing about the togo ramekins is they came with lids so the kids got to take their snow home. They liked that part the best. Thanks for making this scientific polymer so readily avaliable. |
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look its snowing
jackiewright - June 11, 2010
hilarious for an april fools or fathersday prank. makes a ton of "snow". educational too |
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Instant Worm Refill Kit
Mike Iradi - May 4, 2010
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Insta-Snow
Krista Fiedler - April 26, 2010
We used this at my son's 9th birthday party, since we were having it at an ice-rink and our theme was penguins. It was a HUGE hit. The kids loved making it themselves and "oooohs" and "aaahhhhs" were heard each time someone made theirs. We made it in a plastic swimming pool, and I brought different things like filters and funnels for them to use when it was all made. At the end of the party, I put it into little baggies for them to take home and use again. I highly recommend this product to add pizazz to any occasion. I teach college students, and intend to tell them about your website! If I still taught first grade, you can be we'd be making snow in the classroom as well. :) |
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Grow Snow Grow
Phil - April 11, 2010
This product has accounted for many reactions including "ooohhh's" and "aha's". The children I work with enjoy the following:1.) watching the snow grow, 2.) feeling the snow with their hands. and 3.) watching the snow change color as we add liquid food coloring to the snow. I am cautious not to let the children touch the snow after the food coloring is added. This is due to the fact that the coloring will stick to the child's hand. |
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So much fun!
jlee - March 29, 2010
this product was a huge hit at my daughter's Mad Science party! the girls went wild for the stuff and kept going back for more...totally recommend this product. alittle messy but worth it! |
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Such a Fun Party!!!
Kasia - March 18, 2010
I just wanted to let you know that my son's Birthday Party was a big hit. The kids told me that they have never been to such fun party. Attached are a few photos. Thanks again for getting the package to us on time!!! Fantastic service!!! Thanks again!!! |
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Amazing!
Cindy Pulfer Edmonton, AB - February 1, 2010
I attended the NAEYC convention in Washington, D.C. this past November which is where I was first introduced to the wonderful world of Steve Spangler. While there, I of course had to try out the bed of nails. AWESOME! But right beside the bed of nails was the display for the Insta-Snow. I couldn't believe it. I just had to get some. And today was the day that we finally tried it with our preschoolers(supervised, of course, because you never know what is going to make it into their mouths!) They were thrilled! They were amazed! They wanted more!! And we had just spent two weeks playing with "real snow" in our water tub. But this time, thanks to Steve, they actually made snow. We now have all the staff in the school excited about your "snow". Everyone wants to try it. Just wanted to say thanks for an awesome product and I look forward to trying many more. Cindy Pulfer |
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Snow in Florida!
Crissy Boynton Beach, FL - December 18, 2009
Wow!! What fun!! My students loved this!! We had a holiday block party the day before winter vacation and in science class, we decided to make it snow in South Florida. The looks on their faces and the amazement in their eyes was priceless. I had them guess what the mystery powder was and I got everything - salt, sugar, baking soda. Then once they mixed it with water, poof...it's a hit!! Thank you for all the fun this website has brought to my class this year. |
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Merrier Christmas
Melissa Aliso Viejo, Ca - November 19, 2009
Living in SoCal the chances of a white Christmas are pretty slim, I put this stuff down around my front door for my annual Christmas party (making sure to leave a wide path clear for people to walk as it can get slippery!) and people go crazy over it. |
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Amazing Stuff
Austin Menasha, WI - November 9, 2009
This is as real as you can get when it comes to Instant Snow!! All of the children at my daycare love this stuff in the sensory table, and I have put this stuff in balloons to make a squishy ball. This is the best stuff that you can get and is worth every single penny. |
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Kids were amazed
JL Herndon, VA - November 9, 2009
This was one of the experiments that the kids had fun with at my child's birthday party. We placed a scoop of snow powder into each small bowl, had the kids color their cup of water with color tablets and pour the colored water into the snow powder to make colored snow. The kids were amazed at how fast it grew and wanted to add more water until their bowls were full of "snow". They also loved putting their hands into the "snow". |
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