The 10 activities show children how each of five science concepts relates to fibers used for textiles and animals. Session 1 illustrates the importance of microstructures, small physical features that the eye can not see. Children work wool fibers into felt fabric and in the process discover that wool fibers have microscopic scales. They understand how the tiny barbules on feathers help the bird fly. Entices children aged 8-11 to focus on their everyday encounters with foods and fabrics and learn about the science of it all.
Children observe how similar science concepts relate to both foods and fabrics.
The 10 activities show children how each of five science concepts relates to plant science and engineering. Session 1 examines protective materials and strategies. Children learn how plants protect themselves from drought, fire, and insects. They explore engineering ideas as they construct containers to protect fragile or valuable items. Close-up photography of the face and lips helps students study enunciation as well as facial expressions and other proper actions.