Make Oobleck on Halloween
Count down to Halloween by exploring fluid mechanics in a multisensory way. Begin by reading Bartholomew and the Oobleck by Dr. Seuss. (Oobleck is what the king has the magicians create, and it comes from the sky.) Then make Oobleck yourself. There are recipes all over the internet, but Make and Takes includes great photos. This is also a video that shows you many possible ways to experiment with Oobleck. (Please note that the video does not include any audio.)
Oobleck: A Non-Newtonian Fluid – The funniest bloopers are right here
Enhance your learning by discussing:
- the properties of liquids and solids,
- Non-Newtonian fluids,
- and what viscosity is.
Experimenting with Oobleck is a great way to get your kinesthetic, tacticle, and/or visual learners engaged in learning about liquids and solids. Have fun and get messy this Halloween!
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