Sink or Float Toys II

Testing toys develops scientific thinking.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Beyond the Toy Chest
• Learning area: Science
• Level: Level 2

Objectives

• Students will predict and test which toys sink or float.

Materials

• Water tub
• assorted toys
• chart

Instructions

1. Ask predictions for each toy.

2. Test in water and record.

3. Discuss results.

Educator tip

Introduce the word density simply.

Assessment

Assess prediction and observation.

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