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The Science of Snowflakes

Objective:

Learn about states of matter. Classify snowflakes by shape and structure. Grow a crystal, and design a “mini-hut” to preserve its structure.

Subjects:

Earth Science

Grades:

6-8

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Lesson Plan the science of snowflakes.pdf	Student Sheets the science of snowflakes activity sheets.pdf	Request this Kit

The contents of your kit

Items included:
Lesson plan copy
Activity Sheet copy
Box with a lid
Can of "Crystal Clear" spray
Glass Microscope slides
String
Wide mouth jar
White pipe cleaners
Blue food coloring
Borax

Items you will provide:
Boiling water
Microscope *(microscopes
available by pick-up only)

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