AMNIOTIC LIQUID

Functions Today we are learning about the body´s reproductive system. Using the scientific method, we wanted to know what purpose does amniotic fluid serve? What happen when a woman´s egg has no amniotic fluid? Using two separate bottles, we placed one egg in water with salt, and the other with no water. See what happens when we drop both of the bottles on the ground! There were some exciting results!

BLOOD SOUP

We are currently learning about the circulatory system of the human body. We did a fun experiment to learn more about the components of the blood. Using a glass jar, we simulated the components of blood: the plasma, red and white blood cells, and platelets. It was so interesting to see what our blood is made of using household products. See for yourself!

FAKE LUNGS

 And you can see the photos here To learn more about the body´s respiratory system, Daron helped us to create a fake lungs using a plastic bottle, straws, and three balloons. We were able to see how the lungs take in air with the help of the diaphragm. Watch the video to see how the experiment works!

LUNAR PHASES

With the fourth course, we are studying the phases of the moon. To better understand the lunar phases, we did a fun activity involving Oreo cookies! On a paper plate, we separated Oreo cookies to represent the eight phases of the moon--each time using less filling to show how much of the moon we can see as it spins around the earth. Watch the photos to see how it was done!

SCIENCE LAB

To better understand the digestive system of the human body, we completed an experiment of what happens to our food after we eat. Using only a plastic bag, a banana, crackers, and colored water, we were able to recreate the process of digestion, with the plastic bag representing our stomach. In the plastic bag, we crushed the banana and crackers together to represent chewing. We then added the colored water to the mixture to serve as the gastric juices for digestion.
Watch the photos to see the results! They are quite interesting.
App here