Science Activity Ideas for Roald Dahl Day

Roald Dahl Day ( 13th September ) is fast approaching, and we’ve got some brilliant ideas to help you mark the occasion.

Science and Roald Dahl’s stories fit together perfectly. Both are colourful, fun and creative.

Science Activity Ideas for Roald Dahl Day

Try a coloured skittles activity for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Make a wormery for James and Giant Peach.

Try to stop apples rotting for The Twits, or take a look at my full collection of Roald Dahl science ideas!

I also have a collection of Roald Dahl themed fine motor control activities you might like. These include a slimy sensory bag for The Twits and chocolate box play dough for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

If you like edible experiments, Snackable Science might also be handy to look at!

More book themed science experiments for kids

I’ve got some brilliant and FREE Fairy Tale STEM Printable activities.

Try some Gingerbread Man themed science. We built gingerbread houses, made and tested boats for the Gingerbread Man and even placed gingerbread men in different liquids to investigate what happens to them.

Design and build a carriage for Cinderella.

Grow a bean or build a zip wire for Jack and the Beanstalk!

Don’t forget to share your science experiments and investigations with us on social media! @sciencesparks

Last Updated on June 10, 2024 by Emma Vanstone