teaching resource

Tornado in a Jar Experiment

  • Updated

    Updated:  28 May 2025

Create a Tornado in a Jar with an interactive science experiment slide deck and Tornado in a Jar Experiment Worksheet.

  • Editable

    Editable:  Google Slides, PowerPoint

  • Non-Editable

    Non-Editable:  PDF

  • Pages

    Pages:  6 Pages

  • Curriculum
  • Years

    Years:  4 - 6

  • Differentiated

    Differentiated:  Yes

Curriculum

teaching resource

Tornado in a Jar Experiment

  • Updated

    Updated:  28 May 2025

Create a Tornado in a Jar with an interactive science experiment slide deck and Tornado in a Jar Experiment Worksheet.

  • Editable

    Editable:  Google Slides, PowerPoint

  • Non-Editable

    Non-Editable:  PDF

  • Pages

    Pages:  6 Pages

  • Curriculum
  • Years

    Years:  4 - 6

  • Differentiated

    Differentiated:  Yes

Create a Tornado in a Jar with an interactive science experiment slide deck and Tornado in a Jar Experiment Worksheet.

Making a Tornado in a Jar Experiment

Looking for a hands-on way to bring weather science to life? This Tornado in a Jar experiment is just the storm your classroom needs! Designed for students in years 3 through 5, this engaging activity invites learners to observe the formation of a tornado, right inside a jar.

Using everyday materials like water and dish soap, your students will explore weather patterns, the scientific process, and make scientific observations. Our Tornado in a Jar Experiment is an ideal introduction to the scientific method in an age-appropriate, low-prep format.

Download Your Tornado In a Jar Science Experiment

This resource pack has everything you need to guide your young scientists through a full weather experiment from start to finish. The Tornado in a Jar Science Experiment resource includes:

  • A Google Slides interactive presentation to walk students through the experiment using the steps of the scientific method
  • Printable observation sheets for predicting, recording, and reflecting on what they see
  • A materials list and easy-to-follow instructions to ensure your classroom tornado is a success

Whether used during your weather unit or as a standalone science lab, this Tornado in a Jar Science experiment keeps students curious, engaged, and learning through inquiry.


This resource was created by Lisamarie Del Valle, a teacher and Teach Starter Collaborator.


Resources to Pair With Your Tornado in a Jar Science Project

Looking for more scientific inquiry activities and weather resources? We recommend pairing this Tornado in a Jar Science Project with these handy science resources. Make sure you check them out before you go.

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