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Marshmallow Science Experiments
Completed by 30 learners
Ages 9-14
Live Group Course
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(151 reviews)
Live video meetings
2x per week, 3 weeks
3-15 learners per class
55 min
Whatās included
6 live meetings
5 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
A weekly data collection is required. It will take less than 5 minutes per week outside of class.Grading
Grades will be provided upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
In this class, students will learn about the scientific method, conducting experiments, chemistry, engineering, and biology using Peeps candy and/or marshmallows. Any type of marshmallows will work for this class! Each week, we will have a guiding question. We will then use that question to design an experiment. Afterwards, we will use the data we collected to analyze our results. Learners will be STUCK to their seats with this SWEET class! No GOOEY minds allowed, as we will be SQUISHING a ton of information into our brains! Please join me on this sweet adventure! Assessments and grades can be provided upon request. Please reach out at least one week prior to class starting to arrange.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about the scientific method, including building hypotheses, collecting data, and drawing conclusions through fun experiments.Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Can marshmallows grow bacteria?
Introduction
Scientific Method
Marshmallow Observations
Bacteria Experiment
Experiment will conclude in Week 7
Materials:
Marshmallows
Zipper bags 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
What happens when marshmallows are exposed to different liquids?
What happens when marshmallows are exposed to different liquids?
Experiment
Materials:
Marshmallows
4 or more different liquids
4 cups 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Marshmallow Engineering, Part 1
Conclude Week 2 experiment
Can marshmallows be used as a building material?
Part 1
Discussion of angles, vertices, and shapes
Materials:
Marshmallows
Toothpicks
Small weight or book 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Marshmallow Engineering, Part 2
Can marshmallows be used as a building material?
Part 2
Materials:
Marshmallows
Toothpicks
Assorted building material (foil, tape, paper towels- be creative!)
Large bowl of water or bath tub 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents may wish to be present as we use microwaves to heat the marshmallows (weeks 5-6), and when we use various liquids (Week 2). Students will only be asked to taste the candy in week one, but they may opt out if desired.
Supply List
Every lesson, Learners will need their lab report and a pen. Lesson 1: Marshmallows (please leave them in the sealed package until class starts) 3 Zipper bags (sandwich size or larger is great!) Lesson 2: Marshmallows 5 Cups (clear is preferred) 5 different types of liquid (I will be using water, vinegar, dish soap, soda, and juice) Weights (anything that has some type of weight is great! Fishing weights, LEGOs, coins, etc) A towel for clean up may be helpful Lessons 3-4: Marshmallows Toothpicks or bamboo skewers Foil, Cloth, plastic wrap, paper towel- something found around your home to make a covering for a structure Small Book Large bowl of water (week 4) LEGO Mini Figure (optional) Lesson 5: Marshmallows Microwave Freezer/frozen ice packs/bowl of ice (anything cold that would have a freezing effect on the Peeps) Pot of boiling water, or kettle Refrigerator Microwave safe plates Lesson 6: Marshmallows Oil (any kind) Cornstarch Big bowl Microwave Potholder Tablespoon measuring spoon Many of these items can be found at home. If you don't have the exact item but you have something similar, chances are it will work. Please feel free to message me if you have any questions!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Whitney and I am so excited to have the opportunity to share my expertise with you! I have a Bachelors degree from Florida State University, and I have over 10 years of teaching experience. I have taught formally in a preschool classroom, and I currently teach ESL online. I have also taught horseback riding, rowing, canning, Sunday school, and I look forward to sharing my classroom with you!
I believe that learning should be FUN! Some times a bit messy, maybe a bit silly, but always full of smiles and laughter. I believe that we remember what we learn best when we remember the experience as a positive one. I also believe that life can be one of the greatest educators. I love to bring real life examples into my classes.
When I am not spending with my family and dogs, I enjoy teaching sewing classes, budgeting classes, science, English, art, and having a fun and educational story time for young learners. Often times, I will bring my dogs to class as teaching tools!
Thank you for viewing my profile, and I hope to see you in class soon!
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Teacher's Policies:
1. If you know you will be late to class, please let me know. Otherwise, if no other learners show up, I will leave after 10 minutes in accordance with Outschool's policy.
2. Kindness and respect are of the upmost importance in my classroom.
3. I need to see everyone at least one time per class.
4. If you have a question, ask it!Reviews
7 total ratings, 6 with reviews
My daughter loved learning science through candy, and it was one of her...
Elizabeth Z.on Apr 23, 2020
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