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Why Lead Science Activities? What Is ZOOM? Drops on a Penny Activity Keep-a-Cube Activity Asking Questions Resources Today’s Agenda

Why Lead Science Activities? Out-of-school science experiences can... Spark kids’ interest and confidence in doing science Open doors to future careers Send the message that everyone can do science

Popular PBS television show for kids ages 6 to 12 All ideas sent in by viewers Multidisciplinary show with segments focusing on science, math, and engineering 5 million weekly viewers 29% of audience are minorities; 63% are female Evaluations demonstrate that ZOOM helps kids understand science concepts and process skills What Is ZOOM?

ZOOM has an engaging approach to science. ZOOM increases kids’ interest, confidence, and understanding of science. All activities are tested by kids and reviewed by educational advisors. ZOOM: A Source You Can Trust

Drops on a Penny Activity Challenge How many drops of water can you fit on a penny? Materials Cup of water Eyedropper Penny Paper towels Other coins

That Was Science? ZOOM activities encourage kids to do what scientists do: Explore the natural world Ask questions Make predictions Test ideas Make observations and record data Change a variable Share results

Keep-a-Cube Activity Challenge Keep an ice cube from melting! Materials 2 ice cubes Masking tape Tinfoil Cardboard box 4 rubber bands Wax paper Paper plate

Planning Keep-a-Cube List activity variables How will you introduce the activity? How can you enhance the activity? Distribution of materials Print blank Activity Planners from the Wrap Up section of the ZOOMsci Training at

Asking Questions Ask questions that can help kids to... Ask questions Make predictions Test ideas Make observations and record results Change a variable Share results

Resources ZOOMsci ™ Training Resources Section at: Find Activities Get the Science Scoop Make Real-World Connections Host Events

Share Keep-a-Cube Results What happened? Enter results on the back of your activity sheet. How could you help kids share results?

Extend Keep-a-Cube How could you extend this activity with: Activities that explore related concepts Field trips Guest scientists or engineers Other ideas?

ZOOMsci ™ Training Try other activities Get more ideas for leading science activities Watch the ZOOM cast doing activities Access resources from ZOOM and other sites Continue Learning Online

The End Questions? Evaluations Thank you for coming!

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