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Mapping and Excavating a Jello Mold

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Fifth graders, in groups, map the three layers of different colored jello layers in molds and note the placement of fruit in them. On the grid paper they draw each grape, raisin, or other object and carefully remove each layer. After they remove the items, they record their findings on their grid papers and share their findings with the class.

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archaeology, excavation

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archaic, archaeology, excavation, paleo-indian, math
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5th
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Math
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Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Simulation

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