I am a 2014 Retired Elementary Teacher in Orlando and I am getting prepared to volunteer in an after school program. This program is being aligned with the county benchmarks, so that students will have extended engagement.
Hi Delores, I am wondering if you were looking for something specific. You never really say. I just wanted to let you that I can give you a hand if you need it. Kathy
Hi Delores! Wasn't completely sure what your question was but I have searched for some hands on activities that are aimed at elementary aged students. One of the activities I found is the infamous “Oobleck”. This experiment will help to show the two states of solids and liquid and how something can switch between the two. Another thing that you could make with the students is a wind vine. A long-term experiment that I found is one involving bread and mold. This experiment isn’t something that is very hands on but it might be a good one that can span across a week and would be a good discussion experiment. On the general website, where I found these, there are a ton of other experiments that you could use including making bouncy balls, making a volcano, foil painting, and a celery and food coloring experiment. Take a look! Best, Zoë Wind Vine Experiment http://www.education.com/activity/article/wind_vane_first/Moldy Bread Experimenthttp://www.education.com/activity/article/Making_Mold_Science_Experiment/Here is a general website with tons of activities for all ages! http://www.education.com/activity/science/
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