Day: September 27, 2020

How to Carve a Pumpkin Like a Pro

[convertkit form=1708200] Wondering how to teach a first grader to carve a pumpkin like a pro? This was a fun fall activity we did as a family. For the past five years we have painted pumpkins, but this year our daughter wanted to give it a go and carving a pumpkin. She picked the pattern out of a book, and

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The Magic Balloon Experiment

This self inflating balloon science project is a great first grade science lesson. Magic Balloon Experiment Video Supplies Needed 1 balloon 1 water bottle (empty) 4 tablespoons of vinegar 2 tablespoons of baking soda 1 spoon A funnel (or paper to pour the baking soda in the balloon) About the Magic Balloon Science Experiment Pour 4 tablespoons of vinegar into

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The Naked Egg Science Experiment

Are you looking for an elementary science experiment that is perfect for first graders? Look no further than The Naked Egg. Sometimes called “the rubber egg experiment” or “the vinegar egg experiment”, this science activity has a wide array of science lessons you can teach. Naked Egg Science Experiment Video Supplies Needed 1 egg 1 clear jar Enough vinegar to

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