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Tornado in a Jar Science Experiment

  • Updated

    Updated:  28 May 2025

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

  • Editable

    Editable:  Google Slides, PowerPoint

  • Non-Editable

    Non-Editable:  PDF

  • Pages

    Pages:  6 Pages

  • Curriculum
  • Grades

    Grades:  2 - 4

  • Differentiated

    Differentiated:  Yes

Curriculum

teaching resource

Tornado in a Jar Science Experiment

  • Updated

    Updated:  28 May 2025

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

  • Editable

    Editable:  Google Slides, PowerPoint

  • Non-Editable

    Non-Editable:  PDF

  • Pages

    Pages:  6 Pages

  • Curriculum
  • Grades

    Grades:  2 - 4

  • Differentiated

    Differentiated:  Yes

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

Making a Tornado in a Jar Science Experiment

Looking for a hands-on way to bring weather science to life? This Tornado in a Jar science experiment is just the storm your classroom needs! Designed for students in second through fourth grade, 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. This is an ideal introduction to the scientific method in an age-appropriate, low-prep format.

Download Your Tornado In a Jar Science Project

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 Project 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 experiment keeps students curious, engaged, and learning through inquiry.


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


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