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Magic Milk Experiment

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A fun and engaging science experiment that showcases colorful swirls using simple kitchen items.

Ingredients

  • Whole milk
  • Food coloring
  • Dish soap
  • Plate or shallow dish
  • Optional: cotton swabs or toothpicks

Instructions

  1. Pour a thin layer of milk into a plate or shallow dish, just enough to cover the bottom.
  2. Add drops of food coloring in various spots around the plate.
  3. Dip a cotton swab in dish soap and touch it to the milk’s surface at one spot.
  4. Watch as the colors swirl and create beautiful patterns!
  5. Experiment by trying the soap in new spots to see fresh waves of color.

Notes

Keep a towel or smock handy as colors can splatter. Supervise younger children during the activity.

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