🎯 Objective:

Scouts will explore the science and art of candle making, learning about chemical and physical changes, states of matter, safe handling of hot wax, and scent blending — all while hand-pouring their own custom candle.

🔬 STEM Learning Components:

1. States of Matter:

Discuss how wax transitions from solid → liquid → back to solid.

Show how temperature affects viscosity and solidification time.

2. Heat & Safety:

Talk about safe heating methods (double boiler vs direct heat).

Discuss flashpoints and why certain materials are flammable.

3. Chemistry of Scents:

Introduce the concept of top, middle, and base notes.

Explain how fragrance oils are blended for harmony and scent throw.

4. Wick Science:

Demonstrate different wick types and sizes.

Explain how wicks control burn rate and flame size.

🛠️ Activity Outline:

Mini Science Talk (10 min) – Engage with visuals or props (thermometer, wax types, scent oils).

Choose Your Scent Station – Scouts blend up to 2–3 fragrances.

Melt & Pour – Pouring done in supervised groups using safe methods.

Label & Decorate – Scouts name their candle and design a themed label.

Reflection Worksheet (Optional) – Short guided questions or a take-home sheet reinforcing what they learned.

🎁 Each Scout Takes Home:

One custom hand-poured candle

“Junior Candle Maker” certificate (optional)