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Bird Binoculars
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This is a tape and glue activity in which learners make binoculars that they can decorate and then use to go bird watching.
Salt Painting
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In this art meets chemistry activity, early learners discover the almost magical absorbent properties of salt while creating ethereal watercolor paintings.
Lost Labels
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In this experiment, learners will conduct chemical and physical tests to identify mystery substances.
It's a Gas!
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In this activity, learners explore two properties of gases: gases take up space and exert pressure. Learners assemble two flasks and a beaker, connecting them with stoppers and tubing.
Bridge the Gap
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Learners work in groups to construct bridges using stale marshmallows and toothpicks.
Draggin' Boats
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Learners design, build, and test models of "dragon boats" made from up to three milk cartons.
Plant Piping
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Learners build models to learn about the special cells and structures that plants use to move water from their roots up through the stems and leaves.
Tie Dye Painting
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This is an activity exploring color and color mixing.
Acid Rain Eats Stone!
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This display shows the dangers of acid rain on buildings and other structures as two concrete bunny rabbits are disintegrated by sulfuric acid. Learners scrape chalk onto the concrete bunnies.
Choose Your Ooze
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During this activity, learners will make different versions of "ooze" using varied proportions of detergent and glue.
Fireworks!
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In this chemistry lab activity, learners model the colors of fireworks by burning metallic solutions in a flame and observing the different colors produced.
First Impressions
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Learners experiment with a commercial photo-sensitive paper (Sunprint® or NaturePrint® paper). They place opaque and clear objects on the paper and expose it to bright light, observing the results.
Power To Go
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Learners observe an electrochemical cell constructed from a small jar containing zinc and copper strips immersed in separate solutions. The strips are connected to a motor that turns a small fan.
Starting Your Container Garden
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This guide outlines how to plant a garden even if you don't have a yard!
Phase Changes
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Learners observe a sealed test tube containing a small amount of solid stearic acid.
Rhythm Painting
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In this activity, early learners create paintings by making music and rhythm. Learners place paper in cans, add paint-soaked beans (or pebbles) and put the tops on.