Hands-On Science Fun: Making Butter in a Jar Experiment

Explore the science of changing states of matter with this engaging and delicious activity! This Butter in a Jar experiment is perfect for teaching kids about the transformation from liquid to solid while having fun in the classroom or at home.

Observe Matter Changing States By Making Butter in the Classroom!

Transform science class into a hands-on adventure with this Making Butter in the Classroom! This engaging experiment teaches students how physical force and energy can change the state of matter, turning liquid cream into solid butter through the process of churning. It’s an exciting way to connect scientific concepts to the real world—plus, there’s a tasty treat at the end!

In this exciting Making Butter in a Jar Matter Experiment, students will observe and explain the process of changing states of matter by demonstrating how physical force and energy can turn a liquid into a solid (heavy cream into solid butter).

What’s Included in the Printable Butter in a Jar Science Lab?

This Butter in a Jar for Kids Matter Lab includes everything you need for an exciting states of matter lab in the classroom. It includes:

• Step-by-Step Instructions: Easy-to-follow directions for making butter in a jar with heavy cream.
• Student Worksheets: Record observations and draw conclusions about the process.
• Teacher Guide: Tips for facilitating the experiment and connecting it to science concepts.
• Extension Questions: Encourage students to think critically about what they observed and learned.

Download and Print Your Butter in a Jar Experiment Pack

This resource is available as a printable PDF resource file as well as an editable Google Slides download. To get your copy of this resource, click the dropdown arrow on the download button and select your file preference.

This resource was created by Brittany Collins, a teacher in Indiana and Teach Starter collaborator.

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