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This Insulation Station activity also includes:
- Insulation Station (.html)
- Insulation Station - Spanish Version (.html)
- SciGirls STEM Practices (.pdf)
- SciGirls Methods for Effective Groupwork (.pdf)
- National Standards (.pdf)
- Insulation Station - Full Episode (.mp4)
- Insulation Station - Identify the Problem (.mp4)
- Insulation Station - Research (.mp4)
- Insulation Station - Mentor Moment (.mp4)
- Insulation Station - Prototype Testing (.mp4)
- Insulation Station - Insulation Testing (.mp4)
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It's all about the material. Learners experiment with different substances as they try to keep an ice cube from melting. They draw conclusions by answering a set of questions about the types and amount of material that had the best result.
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CCSS:
Designed
NGSS:
Designed
Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Invite a local contractor to speak to the class about strategies and materials used to insulate homes
- Have individuals collect and graph data comparing layers of insulation to water volume
Classroom Considerations
- Requires a specific set of materials and time for set up
Pros
- Offers video support for providing instruction
- Emphasizes scientific vocabulary throughout
Cons
- None