Free Laboratory

Use this hands-on scientific method activity during a matter unit, or as a fun science center. Perfect for some fun after break!

You will need:

- a clear jar (such as a mason jar)

- 2 cups of water

- 2 tablespoons baking soda

- 6 tablespoons white vinegar

- food coloring (optional)

The question and procedure is filled in on the recording sheet. Students will need to formulate and record their hypothesis, materials, observations, and conclusion. There are guiding questions to help students think about what happened during the experiment.

The reaction created by the mixture of the baking soda and vinegar causes CO2 to form, creating gas bubbles that make the corn "hop" around.

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This is "Irish Magic: Little Leprechaun's Lab" - a delightful, hands-on activity set that brings the whimsy of Irish folklore into creative sensory play.

The resource includes four enchanting potion cards: Lucky Leprechaun's Fizz, Rainbow Wish Maker, Lucky Bubble Blast, and Irish Sky Sparkle.

Each potion card features:

• A beautiful illustration of the finished potion
• Simple ingredients list using common household items like water, food coloring, and glitter
• Step-by-step directions perfect for young learners

The set encourages:

• Fine motor skills development through pouring and mixing
• Following sequential instructions
• Creative play and imagination
• Science concepts through safe mixing activities
• Cultural appreciation of Irish folklore

Ideal for:

• St. Patrick's Day celebrations
• Irish cultural studies
• Preschool and elementary school activities
• Sensory play stations
• Home learning activities

The PDF format makes it easy for teachers and parents to print and reuse, while the colorful illustrations and engaging presentation keep children excited about learning through play.

Students LOVE this lab! It gets them up, interactive and thinking! This is the popular stair lab with a CER built into it. It is set up for partners to both do the activity with the analysis on just one of the students data. It is a great way to incorporate the lab with practicing the CER skills!