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Tips for Leading Science Activities
Get more ideas for leading activities and working with children. (PDF: 92K)

Activity Planner
Use this planner for any science activity. (PDF: 120K)

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Learn To Lead Science Activities
Watch these videos and learn about five easy steps you can use to help kids explore science activities. We've chosen Water on a String as a sample activity to explain these steps.

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Video: Overview
3:10 min
Overview: Water on a String
Get to know Water on a String by watching the ZOOM cast try it.

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Video: Step 1
1:04 min
Step 1: Prepare
Try out the activity and plan how to lead it.

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Video: Step 2
1:50 min
Step 2: Introduce Activity
Get kids started by setting ground rules and giving clear instructions.

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Video: Step 3
1:46 min
Step 3: Try It Out
Ask questions and talk with kids as you guide their science explorations.

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Video: Step 4
1:38 min
Step 4: ZOOMon
Plan extension activities so kids can dig deeper into science concepts.

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Video: Step 5
1:35 min
Step 5: Share Results
Help kids share their science discoveries and learn from each other.

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