Comparing Apples and Oranges

Students measure the flow states of various liquids. In this states of matter instructional activity, students measure and compare how different liquids flow. Students complete several experiments to test the liquid flows and discuss...

Students compare the different rates of reaction between an apple covered with vitamin C and an apple with no vitamin C. They compare the different rates of reaction between an apple placed in the sun and one not exposed to the sun. ...

Compare the volume of an orange to the volume of liquid that can be extracted out of it. Also compare the mass of an apple before and after it has been dried out. In both of these activities, children find that there is an appreciable...

Students examine sugar content in beverages. In this nutrition activity, students compare beverages to analyze sugar consumption. Students create their own healthy smoothie.

How long do fresh foods last in space at the International Space Station? Which foods perish quicker than others? How can astronauts preserve their foods to make them last longer in space? Young scientists test the rates at which some...

Students utilize a balance scale. In this applied science lesson, students compare the weights of two objects using an elementary balance scale. Students balance the scale with weights to find how heavy an object is.

Learners identify the layers of the Earth and complete activities for the topic. In this Earth layers lesson, students chart their ideas about the Earth's layers and view a PowerPoint for the topic. Learners view an apple to learn about...