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Christmas Glitter Trick! Science Experiment with Dish Soap

1:00 · 2.0M views · December 15, 2023

Minor FlagsReviewed June 2026

1Minor Flag

This short science video is safe and genuinely educational for kids of all ages, making it one of the better examples of bite-sized STEM content on the platform. It clearly explains the concept of surface tension using a fun glitter-and-soap experiment, and even ends with a practical hygiene reminder about washing hands. There are no content concerns whatsoever — just curiosity-driven learning wrapped in a simple, engaging demonstration.

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Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentA little

The video description references 'Ryan's World,' a major children's brand/franchise, without clearly disclosing whether this is a sponsored or affiliated post. The mention may be organic, but it warrants mild flagging as it is a commercial brand name dropped without disclosure context.

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“Description mentions: 'Impress your friends and family with this cool experiment with Ryan's World'”

What Parents Need to Know

This video is a brief, clean science experiment that teaches children about surface tension and how soap interacts with water molecules. The explanation is age-appropriate and accurate, using friendly language like 'troublemaker' to describe soap molecules in a way young kids can grasp. There are no ads, no inappropriate content, and no manipulative tactics — and the video wraps up by encouraging kids to wash their hands, which is a lovely bonus. It's the kind of short-form content that can spark genuine curiosity about everyday science.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Why do you think the glitter moved away from the soap so quickly?
2Can you think of other places where you've seen water act like it has a 'skin' on top — like a water strider bug walking on a pond?
3What other household items do you think might break surface tension the same way soap does?
4How could you set up this experiment at home, and what would you change or try differently?

Christmas Glitter Trick! Science Experiment with Dish Soap

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What's This Video About?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

This video is suitable for children as young as 3 years old. The content is completely safe, uses simple language, and the visual experiment is engaging even for toddlers, while the science explanation adds value for older kids too.

Is this video educational or just entertainment?

It's genuinely both — the video demonstrates a real scientific concept (surface tension) using a visually exciting glitter experiment. The explanation is accurate and easy to follow, making it a great introduction to basic chemistry and physics for young children.

Are there any ads or sponsored segments in this video?

The classification score for hidden advertising is very low (0.20), suggesting no meaningful advertising or sponsorship content is present. The video appears to be straightforward educational content with no product promotion.

Is the experiment shown in the video safe for kids to try at home?

Yes, the experiment only requires water, glitter, and dish soap — all household items that are safe for children to handle with basic supervision. It's a great hands-on activity for parents and kids to try together.

Does the video teach anything inaccurate or misleading?

No, the science presented is accurate. The video correctly explains surface tension and how soap disrupts it, scoring a perfect 0.00 on the misinformation scale. It's a reliable and trustworthy piece of science content for kids.

Does the video encourage any unsafe behavior or challenges?

Not at all — the video scores 0.00 on dangerous challenges and toxic behavior. It even ends by reminding kids to wash their hands, modeling a positive and healthy habit.