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Marshmallow Science Experiments
Whitney Whaley
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(150)
In this class, students will conduct yummy experiments on marshmallows!
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...
6 lessons//3 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Can marshmallows grow bacteria?Introduction Scientific Method Marshmallow Observations Bacteria Experiment Experiment will conclude in Week 7 Materials: Marshmallows Zipper bagsLesson 2What 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 cupsWeek 2Lesson 3Marshmallow Engineering, Part 1Conclude 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 bookLesson 4Marshmallow Engineering, Part 2Can 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 tubWeek 3Lesson 5Toasted MarshmallowsWhat happens when heat is applied to marshmallows? Materials: Marshmallows Paper plates Hot water Microwave IceLesson 6Marshmallow States of MatterCan we change the texture of a marshmallow? States of matter discussion Week 1 conclusion Materials: Marshmallows Microwave Cornstarch Oil Paper plates
Students will learn about the scientific method, including building hypotheses, collecting data, and drawing conclusions through fun experiments.
Homework Offered
A weekly data collection is required. It will take less than 5 minutes per week outside of class.Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Grades will be provided upon request.
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!
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.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(150)
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...
Group Class
$108
for 6 classes2x per week, 3 weeks
55 min
Completed by 29 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
3-15 learners per class
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