Science is Groovy!

At the completion of a science unit on matter, the fifth-graders of McCullough Elementary School created mixtures and observed chemical reactions in a hands-on project to make their own lava lamps.

 

“Students enjoyed making various mixtures and exploring their properties throughout the unit,” commented science teacher Mrs. Bastian.

Payge Heasley combines ingredients to create a lava lamp

Payge Heasley combines ingredients to create a lava lamp

 

Macie Seneca and Cole Telenko observe the chemical reactions taking place before their eyes

Macie Seneca and Cole Telenko observe the chemical reactions taking place before their eyes

 

Helena Sever observes the swirling liquids in her lava lamp

Helena Sever observes the swirling liquids in her lava lamp