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Lesson 11 of 84 ยท Land and Water

Experiment

Rivers and Streams

What You'll Learn

Rain fills up rivers, lakes, and ponds. Animals and plants need this water to live.

Key Words

  • storm
  • season
  • rock

Materials Needed

  • rain gauge
  • cotton balls
  • food coloring
  • clear container
  • rocks

Safety First

  • Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.
  • Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.
  • Handle glass items carefully to avoid breakage.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read about Land and Water with a partner or grown-up.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Keep a weather journal for 5 days. Each day draw the sky and write the temperature.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Watch carefully. What happens?

Step 4 โ€” Record

Draw and write about what you learned.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is a fossil?

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