In this video, we will use the scientific method as we do an experiment making elephant toothpaste. You can follow along at home using household items.

Featuring:

Hailee Talbot, STEM Student Assistant, University of Iowa Health Care

Materials needed for this activity:

  • Different shaped empty plastic bottles
  • Hydrogen peroxide (3% or 6%)
  • Warm water
  • Dry active yeast
  • Liquid dish soap
  • Measuring cups
  • Safety goggles
  • Large tub or tray to catch the foam
  • Food coloring (optional)