Oct. 3rd-7th Family Activities Newsletter

Welcome to the WMHT Family Activities Newsletter.
This weekly family newsletter is providing resources for children’s growing and learning throughout the fall and winter months.
The theme for this week is Science Experiments.
I hope you find this helpful!
Barbara Lukas, Family Learning Coordinator
Theme: Science Experiments
Welcome to family activities with PBS Kids!  Science experiments help develop a child's resourcefulness, particularly their skills at goal-setting, planning, and problem-solving. Try some different experiments below.
Two age level areas are available – PreK-K and Grades 1-2. 
PreK-K
Make a simple lava lamp using simple supplies! This activity is not only a feast for the eyes but also a terrific science experiment. An adult will need to purchase the Alka-Seltzer tablets and an inexpensive corn or vegetable oil. What color did you add to the water?

       Frankenworms Gummy Experiment
Create an amazing chemical reaction by mixing vinegar and baking soda! Work this reaction by soaking gummy worms in baking soda, then placing them in vinegar. Carbon dioxide gas bubbles rise up through the vinegar and cause the worms to wiggle and come to "life." A large-mouthed glass or plastic jar can substitute for a beaker. Or cut the top half off a 2-liter plastic bottle. Remember – you cannot eat the gummy worms used in the experiment!

Grades 1-2
Some creatures, like fireflies and glowworms are bio-luminescent— they have the ability to make their own light, which makes it look like they are glowing. You can create "glowing water" by adding the contents of a non-toxic highlighter to water and using a flashlight to create a "glowing" effect. Collect non-toxic highlighters to begin your experiment.
    Ocean Zone in a Jar
Make an Ocean Zones jar so that you can clearly see the ocean layers and learn about liquid density in the process. Start with a large clear jar, a funnel, food coloring, and five bowls - one for each layer. Ask an adult to secure rubbing alcohol, cooking oil, corn syrup, and dish soap [look for a clear or light colored liquid]. Remember to pour very slowly when adding each layer to the big jar. 

America’s Test Kitchen Young Chefs’ Club
Fruit Yogurt Parfait
Make a simple parfait for breakfast or quick after school snack. Layer fruit, granola, and your favorite yogurt flavor in a glass. Use fresh or thawed frozen berries. Maybe add some chopped nuts on top.


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