University of California Museum of Paleontology

Young learners investigate and observe the properties of three liquids -- water, vegetable oil, and corn syrup. They use their senses to collect data and ask and answer questions.

Learners apply their knowledge from a previous study to identify different liquids--water, corn syrup, and vegetable oil.

In this lab activity, learners act as fellow scientists and colleagues of Isaac Newton. He has asked them to independently test his ideas on the nature of motion, in particular his 2nd Law.

Using indirect methods, learners determine the shape and size of a piece of carpet hidden under a piece of plywood.