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Lesson 76 of 84 · Mixing Things Together

Experiment

Mud, Sand, and Clay (Part 3)

What You'll Learn

Sand is made of tiny pieces of rock. It feels rough and gritty.

Key Words

soft
sticky
wet

Materials Needed

plastic bottles
balloons
measuring cups
paper towels
thermometer

Safety First

Wash hands after handling materials.
Be careful with scissors — ask an adult for help if needed.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Listen to the story about Mixing Things Together.

Step 2 — Do

Drop a rock and a feather into water. Which one sinks? Which one floats?

Step 3 — Observe

Look closely! What do you see?

Step 4 — Record

Draw a picture of what you learned today.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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Is a ball hard or soft?