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Students explore physical sciences by conducting a water properties experiment. In this water pressure lesson, students utilize an empty soda bottle, water jug, water and knife to create a mock water fountain. Students create a water fountain by poking holes in precise locations while discussing the force and pressure associated with the device.
This presentation is about air. What makes it unique is that, in addition to simply providing information about the components of air and the action of air pressure, it includes a series of four experiments that bring these concepts to life. The experiments are simple enough for young scientists to carry out in a lab setting, or you can perform them as demonstrations. Either way, seeing air pressure in action is much more impactful than words alone.
Students spend time examining the concept of water pressure. In groups, they research the amount of air pressure that is felt at different levels above sea level. Using a calculator, they calculate the water pressure given different ATM levels and research how to deal with the effects of water pressure while examining the ocean floor.
Students investigate barometric pressure. In this weather instructional activity, students participate in several hands-on activities to show air has pressure. Students lift a textbook without using their hands, observe a demonstration where a napkin in a glass stays dry when submersed in water, and create their own barometer.
Guide your learners through the water cycle with this lesson plan. Over the course of the lesson, they read two Magic School Bus books, discuss the water cycle, come up with water facts, complete a diagram of the water cycle, recognize water cycle vocabulary, and explain the water cycle in a summary. This lesson is a complete 5-day plan that could be supplemented with experiments with water.
Playing with balloons, water, oil, and bottles help put this lesson over the top! Participants use air-filled balloons in water tanks to experience gas compression. They also use oil-filled bottles to experiment with buoyancy. Included are detailed materials and procedures, helpful diagrams, a photo of the lab setup, and a plethora of critical-thinking questions. Make sure to fit this lesson into your biology class when studying adaptations or a physical science class when studying properties of fluids.