Kindergarten Science!
Published by Ms. S. Mayor (K) October 7th, 2008 in Announcements.Hello families!
This week in Science, we are working on the three forms of matter, solid, liquid, and gas. The children seem to be having a great time learning such “big kid” concepts. I am hoping the children have come home telling their families about molecules. We have been learning that in a solid, the molecules are squeezing really close together, while in a liquid they’re a little farther apart. The children will be learning into more detail about gases next week. We have been compiling a mini-book giving examples of solids, liquids, and gases which the children will be bringing home next week also.
Today in Science, we created “oobleck.” This is a substance that is both a solid and liquid without a change in temperature. The students can easily make this creation at home to share with their families, and as I promised them I will share the recipe here.
1 1/2 cups of corn starch, 1 Cup Water, food coloring (optional)
The students absolutely loved this slimy surprise, which when held in your hand acts as a solid, but as soon as you let go, acts as a liquid. Have fun!
A big thank you to all our kindergarten parents that have volunteered their time to be Hands on Science parents. The children are looking forward to this exciting hands-on experience.
