Valentine's Day

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable

Our Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable is an easy and inexpensive valentine that kids are going to love. Simply print out the FREE printable (found below) and attach it to a sealable snack bag filled with a fun, STEM activity! Kids will love it when the “volcano” begins to bubble up! See how easy these valentines are to make with our tutorial below.

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Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

These valentines are not only cute and easy, but they’re also educational! These STEM Valentines are a perfect way to show children what happens when you mix certain materials together. Making this a great opportunity to introduce the fascinating world of chemical reactions!

But remember, when creating the volcano at home, be sure to have adult supervision as well as a plate or plastic mat to catch the “lava.” Like with most crafts or science experiments, things can get messy!

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

What do you need to make a Volcano Valentine?

  • White vinegar
  • Red food colouring
  • Baking soda
  • Glitter in pink, red or purple
  • Small, sealable, snack bags
  • Small liquid containers
  • Free printable
  • Stapler

Watch as the STEM volcano erupts!

How to make an easy valentine:

  • Add vinegar to a small liquid container. Then add a few drops of red food colouring to the vinegar.
  • In a small dish, add baking soda and a variety of glitter colours. Mix to combine.
  • Put the baking soda mixture into a clear, sealable bag. Add the bottle of coloured vinegar.
  • Print out and staple the free printable label to the top of the bag.
  • Give to your valentines! Enjoy!

Tutorial: How to make a Volcano Valentine with FREE Printable

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

Add vinegar to a small liquid container. Then add a few drops of red food colouring to the vinegar. Place the cap back on and shake the mixture to combine the colour.

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

In a small dish, add baking soda and a variety of glitter colours. Mix to combine.

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

Put the baking soda mixture into a clear, sealable bag. Add the bottle of coloured vinegar (be sure the bottle is dry and clean of any spills!) Print our and staple the free printable label to the top of the bag.

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

Hand out these fun Valentine’s Day gifts to your favourite valentines! Enjoy!

How to create a STEM Volcano Valentine Science Experiment at Home!

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

Add the baking soda mixture to a tall, clear bottle or jar. Place the jar in a pie plate or bowl to keep the “lava” contained!

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

When everyone is ready, add the red vinegar mixture to the baking soda. Watch as the STEM volcano erupts!!

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable by Champagne and Sugarplums

We hope you love this Easy Volcano Valentine with Free Printable as much as we do! If you’re looking for more Valentine’s Day fun, check out our other Valentine’s decor, crafts and recieps!

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