I’m not exaggerating here… this is my favorite resource EVER! Christmas Science Labs has all of my favorite things!
Why am I so wild about it?
- It includes several differentiated experiments so it will work with many grade levels.
- It reinforces measurement and science process skills.
- Kids will have so much fun, they’ll keep it together during those weeks between Thanksgiving and Winter Break.
- The materials to do the activities are affordable and easy to find at the grocery store or dollar store.
- All the pages you need are included. Teacher Directions, Student Directions, Materials Lists, Student Recording Pages (printable and Google Slides!)
What 5 labs are included?
1. Candy Cane Sled
Force & Motion
Students build a sled out of 2 candy canes, popsicle sticks, and tape. Then, they disassemble their sled and turn it into a zipline device.
2. An Elf’s Treat
Relative Density
Students read and follow a recipe for a special Elf Drink. Then, they explain why it appears so unusual.
3. Help! I’m Melting!
Thermal Insulation
Students determine which material will best keep their snowman from melting in the heat.
4. Milk & Cookies
Properties of Matter
The more milk a cookie absorbs, the happier Santa is! Students conduct an experiment to determine which of three cookies absorbs the most milk. (Option: Santa Scenario or Generic Milk and Cookies)
5. Snowball Launch
Force & Motion
Students design a device that will launch a Styrofoam ball or fuzzball the farthest distance.
Materials, teacher directions, student directions, and student sheet options included!
All five labs are included in Christmas Labs! See Christmas Labs in the Teacher Shop.
