Tag: Exploration
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Leaf Hunting
Pack a lunch and go on a leaf hunt!Here are some items you may want to take along with you:A container to put your leaves in, a camera, drawing paper and a pencilOptional: Tree identification book, your Nature BackpackWhat to look for…Look for every tree leaf you can find! Look in your own yard, in a park, […]
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Extract DNA from a Strawberry
Strawberry DNA Supplies by Fran W The following experiment will show you how to pull the DNA out of a strawberry. To do this experiment, you will need… 1 Strawberry w/o leafy top (hull) 2 tsp Dish detergent 1/2 tsp Salt1/4 c Water 8 oz Clear plastic cup Rubbing alcohol (about a 1/4 c) Coffee […]
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Observing Strawberries
Strawberries by Fran W. Use your senses to observe a strawberry! You will need: Washed strawberries with their leafy tops (hulls), a paper plate, knife, magnifying glass, paper and pencil, and colored pencils Optional: A pocket or regular microscope Use your sense of… Site Put your strawberry on a paper plate and look at it. […]
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Make Your Own: Fun Putty
Fun putty is easy to make and a blast to play with…so why not make a batch and have a great time exploring science! To make fun putty, you will need: Glue, liquid starch, craft stick, plastic zip-top bag, 3oz cup, or a plate, food coloring is optional The basic recipe is… 1 […]