Following Instructions

Get scholars thinking about the scientific process with this fun experiment they can do at home. Learners practice reading directions as they underline each instruction in a procedural paragraph. They create a flow chart and record what they will need before beginning the experiment. After completing the activity, young scientists record their findings and write a short report. Finally, they use multiple sources to apply what they learned to the world around them. Note the use of the word torch instead of flashlight.