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RAFT Activity Kit!

Germinator

Create a reusable germinator from a CD case that gives students an unobstructed view of sprouting seeds.  Graph data, test environmental variables, or simply “enjoy the magic” as the seeds transform into growing plants!  This provides the perfect opportunity to discuss such topics as photosynthesis, germination, phototropism, geotropism, and experimental design.  The Germinator provides an enjoyable learning experience and is ideal for grades K – 8.

RAFT Activity Kits and Idea Sheets

Making STEM Connections! RAFT Activity Kit demos for Saturday, July 13th

• Reason Abstractly and quantitatively: Frack Jack
• Use appropriate tools strategically: Whimsical Wind Vane
• Attend to precision: Mini Magnet Wands
• Look for and make use of structure: Price a Piece of Pizza
• Construct viable arguments & critique the reasoning of others: The Germinator

Ask our RAFT mentors, Jeanne Lazzarini and Eric Welker, for clever ways you can use hands-on RAFT ideas in your classroom! You can join myRAFT, our online community, and ask questions regarding RAFT Activity Kits, demonstrations, or other hands-on education related topics.