Time to soak up some learning! A hands-on activity teaches learners about the absorbency properties of substances. They conduct tests by dipping different materials in water to determine which hold water and then complete a handout to build absorbency test procedures.

Concepts

physical properties, absorption, water, the scientific method

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Instructional Ideas

• Have pupils create a book of the different property tests designed throughout the unit
• Ask individuals to predict the order of absorbency prior to testing

Classroom Considerations

• Builds on the previous two lessons in the series
• Third installment in an 11-part series

Pros

• Offers a teaching guide to help plan for instruction
• Includes an animation to demonstrate absorbency on the molecular level

Cons

• None