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Lesson 56 of 84 ยท Light and Sound

Experiment

Sorting and Classifying (Part 3)

What You'll Learn

Classifying means sorting things into groups based on their features.

Key Words

  • plan
  • problem

Materials Needed

  • plastic wrap
  • cardboard
  • tape
  • scissors
  • straws
  • paper clips

Safety First

  • Keep small objects away from young children.
  • Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.
  • Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read about Light and Sound with a partner or grown-up.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Build the strongest bridge you can using only paper and tape. Test it by placing coins on top.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Watch carefully. What happens?

Step 4 โ€” Record

Draw and write about what you learned.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

1 of 3

What does 'observe' mean?

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