Tuesday 3/31: Sink or Float…

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… that is the question.

The concept of floating and sinking seems a bit simple, but it is actually related to more complex science principles. Take some time to explore the resources to learn more about sinking and floating, and then try our experiment at the bottom to test your new found knowledge.

Resources for Preschool & Kindergarten

Sesame Street’s Little Discoveries: Sink or Float Click the title to find a whole module of videos and activities.

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Resources for 1st-2nd grade

BrainPOP Jr.: Sink or Float     Click the title to watch a video & take a quiz. **Username: shelterrock  Password: brainpop

Describing Matter     Click the title to do an investigation to learn more about sinking and floating.

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Resources for 3rd-5th grade

BrainPOP: Buoyancy       Click the title to watch a video & take a quiz. **Username: shelterrock  Password: brainpop

Sink or Float, a Fun Physics Game   Click the title to test your knowledge about what will sink or float.

 

Hands on Experiment

Now that you’ve learned about floating, sinking, and buoyancy, it’s time to put that learning to the test. Grab two clementines and two glasses of water, and let’s get started! Materials: 2 clementines/tangerines, 2 large glasses filled about 3/4 with water

Extension Experiment

If you happen to have a lemon and a lime laying around, go ahead and try this. You may be surprised 🙂 This is a great extension for our curious kiddos. Click here to go to Steve Spangler website for the experiment.

Comments

  1. CaitlinR says

    We are loving these lessons and look forward to them daily. Thank you for continuing to post them!

  2. Michelle says

    We are loving your lessons! Thank you so much for posting daily.
    Today was the first day our results were different from your results. Our peeled and with peel clementine both floated…

  3. Rachel says

    Thank you so much for taking the time to do these each far. We are really enjoying them and the kids are learning so much. As a parents , I also LOVE that you use common items that we have in our kitchen (as well as the item list shared at the beginning of each week for planning purposes). Thank you, thank you, thank you. You’ve been an amazing support during this time!