Paper Towel Science Paper Towel Absorbency Project Click here to see results submitted so far. The goals of the project are to develop math and science skills and consumer awareness among elementary school students by predicting, experimenting, observing, measuring, comparing, graphing and analyzing data. Students follow steps used in scientific inquiry. Math measurement and graphing skills are used in gathering and recording data. Grade Level Developed for children in grades two to six, though older students may participate.
Project results due.
Project results posted If you are reading this now, you are too late to join our original project, but you can still use this activity, and I would still be happy to hear from you. One roll each of Bounty Quilted, Kleenex Viva, and any other brand paper towel Three plastic cups for each group collecting data Measuring cups calibrated in milliliters Containers of water with red, blue and green food coloring added. Scissors Ruler Magic Marker Procedures Gather materials, follow project procedures on your own to help you anticipate challenges faced by your students. Bring project to attention of students and develop unit plans to address needs of project and your students. Make your own decisions about having small groups or whole class do experiments.