Science for Kids: Chromatography Butterfly Craft Looking for some spring themed science for kids? You’ll definitely want to explore chromatography using coffee filters and markers. The results from this science experiment can even be used to create a colorful butterfly craft for kids! Follow our Science for Kids Pinterest board! Most kids are used to mixing colors with paints or play dough, but have your children had the chance to try separating color mixtures? Materials for Science Experiment & Butterfly Craft Non permanent markers (Over the years I’ve found Mr. Procedure to Chromatography Science Experiment 1. 3. 5. 6. … and just about done! 7. 8. Directions for Using Coffee Filters to Make the Butterfly Craft 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Question to Spark More Curiosity & Critical Thinking What colors do you see? Don’t forget to follow your child’s lead and let your him/her explore some more! After the experiment was complete, the thinking continued! Want to go even further? Collect black markers from different brands.
Apps That Challenge Kids to Solve Environmental Issues By Tanner Higgin, Graphite Environmental education for most adults used to mean learning a little bit about recycling and planting some trees on Arbor Day. We didn’t delve into ecology as much as we skimmed the surface. But things have gotten more complex since then, and the topic of climate change has brought environmental education to the forefront. At its best, environmental education gets students grappling with big, cross-disciplinary issues like sustainable design and renewable energy. Students think critically about environmental and ecological systems; they diagnose problems, and speculate about (or maybe even create) solutions. 1. This app provides an overview of environmental issues, particularly pollution, for younger students. 2. Enercities is a little more sophisticated than Little Green Island. 3. It’s important to learn not just about sustainability and being environmentally conscious, but also about what’s at stake in these efforts. 4.