Making Oobleck

edited by: William C. Ritz and William Straits

This activity involves mixing water with cornstarch and exploring the result. Have children measure two cups of cornstarch and one cup of water into their bowls. Then have them compare oobleck, water, and cornstarch and describe how each feels and looks. Encourage them to use rich, descriptive language as they describe each substance. A materials list, internet resources, standards, and safety practices are provided. This book selection also includes the Table of Contents, Preface, About the Editors, Introduction, Simple Graphing for Young Children, Science Teaching Boards and Boxes, Basic Materials List, and Index.

Grade Levels

Early Childhood

Topics

Physical Science Pre-K Science and Engineering Practices

Details

Type Book ChapterPub Date 5/8/2019Pages 48Stock # PB208E2_5M

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