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Final Chia Seed Dinosaur Eggs from the How to Make Chia Seed Dinosaur Eggs activity
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How to Make Chia Seed Dinosaur Eggs

This activity is simple but packed with excitement. Your kids will love mixing, waiting, and then cracking open their very own frozen dinosaur eggs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 Tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 cup of water
  • 4 small bowls
  • Measuring spoon
  • Food coloring red, blue, green, yellow
  • Plastic bin with sides
  • Plastic dinosaurs optional
  • 4 large plastic Easter eggs or 6–8 regular-sized plastic eggs
  • Painter’s tape
  • Water
  • Cupcake pan or egg carton if using regular eggs
  • Squeeze bottle optional
  • Warm water optional

Instructions

  • Mix chia seeds, water, and food coloring in bowls.
  • Let them sit for 30–60 minutes.
  • Seal plastic eggs with tape, then fill with chia seed mix.
  • Add water through the holes on top.
  • Freeze overnight.
  • Remove the plastic shell and play.