Forums

Elementary Science

Labs

Author Post
Kimberly Gomez Kimberly Gomez 405 Points

What labs can we introduce students to at elementary level? 
Bri Lingenfelter Bri Lingenfelter 1395 Points

Hi Kimberly!

One lab that comes to mind is The Egg Drop Challenge. This lab is a fun science activity where students design a contraption to protect an egg from a fall. This activity would be great for elementary-age students and can be adapted based on their grade level. The challenge encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity as students explore different materials and designs to create a structure that will prevent the egg from breaking. It also introduces concepts such as gravity, forces, and engineering. It's a hands-on and engaging way for students to apply their knowledge and have fun while learning science!
Francis Garcia Francis Garcia 440 Points

Hi Kimberly, there can be different labs for science in elementary. I remember in elementary doing the bean seed one that sprouts and students observe how the bean has a little stem coming out from it. Also the water cycle, adding water in a plastic bag and putting the plastic bag near a window so the sun hits directly, they can see the water condesation etc. I hope these give you an idea. 
Post Reply

Forum content is subject to the same rules as NSTA List Serves. Rules and disclaimers