Science activity: butter in a jar for K-6
Children will experience how to make butter and buttermilk by shaking cream and salt in a jar. They will also get to see the whipped cream stage.
This ready-to-use kit contains:
- Instructions and experiment sheet so you can lead the science activity with children.
- Record sheet for children for hands-on learning.
- Suggestions for more fun and learning after the experiment.
This science activity will:
- Help kids find their inner scientist! They will get a basic understanding of the science behind butter.
- Connect science to food and cooking. Children will get ideas to use the butter and buttermilk, so nothing goes to waste.
- Help kids learn more about foods grown, harvested or produced in Canada.
This is a great way to mix science and food with learning in elementary schools or at home!
Contains:
Instructions for the adult, experiment sheet and record sheet
Language:
English
Science activity: butter in a jar for K-6
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