Boats that Float - Part 2

This time it's all about bouyancy. Scripted curriculum helps groups leaders keep students thinking and following along as they create hypotheses and test what objects sink or swim. Part 2 of 3.

Theme: Oceans

Activity Type: Science

Range: All Elementary

Part: 2 of 3

Length: 30 Minutes

Participant Ratio: 20:1

Location: Indoors

Messiness Level: 2 (messy)

Student Worksheet "Buoyancy" (included)

3 or 4 items that float

3 or 4 items that sink

clear plastic tub or small tank

water

paper towels

butcher paper

pencils

tape

marker

Boats that Float - Part 2 can be done independently of Parts 1 and 3.

Boats that Float - Part 2 can be done before or after Boats that Float - Part 1.

Boats That Float - Part 3 should be completed after Boats that Float - Parts 1 and 2, but can be done independently.