We will explore the4 layers of the Earthusing a fun, informational, and easy-to-read book.
Next up students will learn how scientists take a core sample to deterine what the Earth is made of.
This is such a fun way to play and learn while having FUN!
These ideas are great for parents, teachers, and homeschoolers alike.
I found this to be a good resource with nice clear illustrations.
This was my favorite of all the ones I read through at the library.
I wanted to help them visualize it.
Studies show we remember better if we see, hear, say & do things!
So we made a model of the earths layers out of playdough.
We talked about each layer as we made it.
Then we repeated the layers again after we cut it open.
Playdough Earth Layers
You will need 6 balls of play dough (store bought orhomemade playdough).
Pinch the ball closed so it looks like you just have a yellow ball.
Repeat with the remaining layers one by one ending with the blue layer.
(this would also make an excellent project for Earth day!
)Now for the fun part of this earth science experiment.
Using a knife cut the playdough earth ball in half.
Now you will see all the earths layers!
Above you could see a view of the inside of the earth with the parts labeled.
So we talked about how Scientists (Geologists) take core samples.
To help them really understand what a core sample is we did a Cupcake Core Sample.
I made cupcakes with several different layers and then frosted them brown (dirt) on top.
Earth Science Experiments
The kids used a straw and stuck it straight in.
They pulled it out and could see a sample of what was in the cupcake.
They thought it was VERY cool!
Earths Core for Kids
They both immediately said Ooooh!
!I get it!I couldnt wish for anything else!
Science fun that my kids GET!
Earth Day for Kids
