Snowflake Growing Experiment This crystal-growing activity demonstrates how dissolved minerals form solid crystals as a solution cools. The result is a beautiful, frost-like snowflake covered in sparkling crystals. Materials Borax powder (found in the laundry aisle) Very hot water (near boiling) Shallow, clear glass dish or bowl Spoon for stirring White pipe cleaners String or thread Pencil, wooden skewer, or chopstick Food coloring (optional, blue or clear for an icy look) Instructions Create t