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Grow Rock Candy

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

The best way to study crystals is to make your own! A hands-on lesson shows learners how to make their own rock candy from household materials. While they watch the crystals grow, they discover their structure and can even eat their product when they are done studying them!

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Instructional Ideas
  • Use different colors and flavors to see if it impacts the crystal growth
  • Bring in different rock crystals for pupils to compare
Classroom Considerations
  • Allow time to collect and prepare necessary materials
Pros
  • Adaptable as a remote learning resource
  • Provides thorough instructions of the procedure
Cons
  • None