CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry Simulation: Soap
[Free Registration/Login Required] Learn the chemistry behind the ability of soap molecules to remove stains from clothing. The amphipathic nature of soap molecules is highlighted.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Potions and Lotions: Lessons in Cosmetic Chemistry
Did you know that cosmetic companies employ teams of specialized chemists to develop and test each new line of make up, perfume, lotion, or soap? Here's a project that lets you be the cosmetic chemist. It shows you how to manufacture...
Wyzant
Wyzant: Chemistry: Terms
This lesson provides a list of chemical terms, defines them, and uses examples to describe and explain each. These include allotropes, ionic compounds, methane, carbon dioxide, alkali flats, blue vitriol, and others.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Chemistry for Kids: Soaps and Salts
Kids learn about soaps and salts in chemistry including interesting facts, how soap is made, how soap works, and what are salts in this site.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Science Snacks: Bubble Tray
This activity allows students to create and observe giant bubbles.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Investigating Liquids: Color Changing Milk
For this chemistry lab, the students will investigate what happens to the liquids: milk and food coloring, when dish soap is placed on a Q-tip and then put into the solution.
Science is Fun
University of Wisconsin: Home Experiments
This resource presents a collection of simple science experiments kids can do using household materials. The procedures include diagrams and are simple to follow.