Plastic Rock

 

Physical Science, Experiment 6.1

Materials: 5 cups corn flour, 2.5 cups water, large plastic container, large spoon, 4 students

Hypothesis: I expect to find sticky goop on random surfaces throughout the classroom for the next several weeks.

Process: In the large plastic container, mix 5 cups of corn flour with 2.5 cups of water. Stir until mixture becomes hard. Let mixture sit until it becomes liquid. Apply pressure and watch the mixture harden.

Results and Observations: Although the assignment was only for Quinton, all the students got their hands dirty. They each left their own studies to test the experiment. They spent 30 minutes punching and scooping up their new creation. Instead of sticky goop, we were left with a crusty film all over the classroom.

Conclusions: The mess was well worth it….learning should be a little fun!

 

Easter Eggs

Last Saturday I went to the Dooley’s house for an Easter Party. I “helped” the kids color Easter eggs. We found that brown eggs soaked for more than 30 minutes produce deep, rich colors. After the hunt, the kids came inside and Gail retold the story of the resurrection. It was a very fun and meaningful day.

Madang

 

During the Easter holiday I joined a group of missionaries on a trip to Madang, on the north cost of PNG. I feel blessed to have witnessed the coastal side of this beautiful country. The atmosphere was relaxing like any California beach town. We swam daily, napped in the sun, and ate fresh seafood. My favorite memory is of the diving. Midway through the trip I broke from from the pack to do a couple of reef dives. It was more amazing than I can possibly describe...an experience I hope to never forget.