They work in cooperative groups to solve a problem as they form a hypothesis, collect data, and draw conclusions. Investigations are chosen by the school to support the curriculum being taught. During the remaining blocks of time, other classes may visit the lab and complete mini- lessons. Scheduling is flexible and set on individual school needs and size. Giles' Fourth grade students.
Students learn to . . .
Examine and record the properties of several large and small grains. Examine the environmental impact of packing foams made from petroleum and corn, and then make plastic from corn. Produce glue from milk and then test its strength against a commercial glue. Examine the properties of ice cream made from different fat content milks when making Ice cream in a bag. Act as egg Inspectors to candle, weigh, and measure eggs, and check them for freshness.