By PLIX Ambassador Rob Polivka, Hillsboro Public Library, OR
Create different ways cats can live through a heatwave, an avalanche, a downpour, and still dress to impress in this multi-station activity that explores scientific properties of different materials
Create different ways cats can live through a heatwave, an avalanche, a downpour, and still dress to impress in this multi-station activity that explores scientific properties of different materials.
Choose to run all stations or explore one idea at a time with your learners.
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Avalanche
Design structures or barriers for your cat to protect it from snow and rocks!
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Downpour
Explore hydrophobic and hydrophilic materials. Put your cat on a sponge “bed” and test different materials by placing it over your cat.
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Heatwave
Play with insulating materials, thermometers, and temperature leak detectors to explore structures that could protect cat from a heatwave!
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Litter Box Escape
Explore material properties of magical cat litter, including density, absorption, water adhesion, and friction. How will your cat ever escape the litter box?
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Dress to Impress
Make an outfit to protect your cat from the elements. Think about what materials can keep it warm and safe in any weather.
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