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Might as well learn about how space bends around massive objects while making dessert. A remote learning resource provides an opportunity for scholars to model how stars and planets bend space. They use Jell-O to represent space and place various food items, representing stars and planets, on the food to see how they bend the medium.
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Instructional Ideas
- For younger learners, have the Jell-O already made so they do not have to use boiling water
Classroom Considerations
- Be sure to consider any food allergies before conducting the activity
- Activity requires a variety of fruits, nuts, and candies
- Preparation requires four hours as the Jell-O needs time to cool
- This resource is only available on an unencrypted HTTP website.It should be fine for general use, but don’t use it to share any personally identifiable information
Pros
- Provides very specific directions, complete with pictures
- Lists some questions to consider after making observations
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- None