// Field files for grades 2–12Observe. Measure. Explain.

ILLUSTRATED SCIENCE MODEL · SINK OR FLOAT

Predict, then test object behavior: Prepare a stable water station

Keep water away from electricity and use a towel for spills. Using the same liquid makes each observation easier to compare. This authored animation illustrates the process; use real observations for measured results.

Prepare a stable water station. This animation explains what to look for; it does not report a measured classroom result.
OBSERVE

Prepare a stable water station

Keep water away from electricity and use a towel for spills.

INTERPRET

Connect the model to the science

Using the same liquid makes each observation easier to compare. This clip is an authored illustration, not recorded experimental data.