Dr. Marci Howdyshell demonstrated how families can create safe, educational homemade lava lamps using household items at COSI.

AUSTIN, Texas — Being a parent is always tough, but it seems even more difficult right now. Parents are having to entertain and educate their kids from home and this is a project that does both!

Create a fun and mesmerizing DIY oil lava lamp using simple materials and learn the science behind the colorful bubbles and movement. This easy home experiment is a creative project for all ages.

Dr. Marci Howdyshell demonstrates a safe and simple homemade lava lamp experiment using oil, water, food coloring and effervescent tablets, making it a fun, educational activity for kids.

COLUMBIA, S.C. — With students headed back to school, whether in person or online, it is important to keep learning hands on a fun. This experiment is all about density and you will get to create a ...