Science Center

Make a model Terrarium
Materials :
·      Cups with Water (measuring tool)
·      Clear plastic cups (2 per student)
·      Soil (with spoon)
·      Plants & Pebbles
·      Scotch Tape
 
1.     Teacher will explain that a model is a small copy of something. Scientists use small models to explore an learn.
2.     On an anchor chart, have a picture with the words of the directions. Review the steps:
1.     Place pebbles.
2.     Add plants and soil.
3.     Water and cover.
4.     Observe.
3.     Teacher will model the steps with own materials asking students for the next steps.
4.     Students will complete their models with the teacher facilitating.
5.     Ask students which animals would live in this habitat with plants.
6.     Over the next several weeks, have students observe their plants daily with a tracking worksheet.
 
(Adapted from Science Fusion: Grade K. (2017). Orlando, FL: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.)