Pumpkin activities were the focus of the day on Friday. We used our science and math skills to investigate pumpkins. We counted lines on pumpkins, made observations about the look and feel of pumpkins, and measured the height of our pumpkins. Students made predictions about whether our pumpkins would sink or float. Most students thought the smallest pumpkin would float and the others would sink. Kindergarten scientists were thrilled to discover that even our biggest pumpkin floated (and splashed water on some of us.) When we went outside to begin our experiments, we noticed that our large tub of water was empty. It was great seeing students working cooperatively to refill our tub. Everyone took turns filling buckets and emptying them into the tub. Great job, Kindergarteners.
We want to thank the Conant Farm and the Rohlins for donating pumpkins for our activities. We appreciate your support.
On Monday, we will be cutting open our pumpkins and counting the seeds in each pumpkin. Does a small pumpkin have as many seeds as a big pumpkin? Kindergarten scientists will also investigate the life cycle of a pumpkin.
What fun!
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