Thursday, January, 7th was full of science!
Meet Red Wigglers!
The Lunchers participated in an Audubon workshop and learned all about "Wonderful Worms."
They learned about the body parts of a worm--segments, clitellum, mouth, tail, and setai.
A magnifying glass helps you see details!
Look closely!
Really close!
Use the magnifyer to study Red Wigglers!
Worms are wiggly. They move like a Slinky!
They feel soft and cool.
Worms do not have eyes, teeth, legs or bones.
Worms don't bite! They crawl slowly, but wiggle fast!
Worms are invertebrates.
Worms prefer dark, wet places.
We did experiments to test!
Pick them up gently!
Worms are decomposers. They eat plant matter and leave castings to enrich the soil.
Worms are nature's recyclers!
"It could be dangerous to be a worm! " Worms could be eaten or stepped on! Worms help plants grow. Take care of nature's creatures!
Owls: Time to Measure
The Owls began a new session of Hands On Science this week!
It's called "Water Chemical Magic."
The Owls experimented with solids and liquids
and learned to use measuring spoons accurately. Did you know three teaspoons equal one tablespoon? The Owls measured both rice and water and kept a tally.
Did you know liquids take the shape of the container?
Liquids can be tricky! Is it the same amount of water? Oh yes! The large container makes it seem like there is less water!
Is this bag empty?
No! We filled it with air!
The Owls loved using air to fill bags and balloons. Gases expand to fill up empty space!
Measure: 2 tablespoons of Plaster of Paris,
1/2 teaspoon of dry tempera, and 1 tablespoon of water.
Mix well. Allow to dry overnight. Voila! It's a solid--sidewalk chalk!
The word of the week--
Measure!
"All thinking begins with wonder." ---Socrates
