Floating Letters-a candy experiment

Looking for a fun, cool science experiment you can do for Easter? Then look no further! So, what is it and what science tools will you need? It is called, Floating Letters. This experiment is super easy to do. All you need is 5 minutes and some candy: M&M’s, Skittles, and/or Jelly Belly beans will work. You will also need a bowl of warm water. Once you have your ingredients, you will have your child drop the candy into the bowl of water, logo side up. You do NOT stir the water. Within a few minutes you will be able to see the floating letters. So, what is happening? The letters that you see printed on the candy is made of edible ink, which does not dissolve in water. As the candy shell dissolves in the warm water, the letters just peel off and float. Of course, it is always fun to ask your child why they think the letters came off first, before you spill the beans ;)

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MCMEEL, ANDREWS. Floating Letter. Digital image. Parenting. ANDREWS MCMEEL PUBLISHING, n.d. Web. 11 Apr. 2014.