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SWAT (Science with a Twist) at Tropical Elementary School – October 20, 2011 The S.W.A.T. initiative, knows as Science with a Twist is an interactive learning program where students and parents come together to participate in a variety of hands-on-math and science activities. As students and parents rotate throughout several …

Blow Up a Balloon • Learning about “Chemistry Reactions” Materials: 1. Balloon 2. 1 cup of white Vinegar 3. 2 tsp. of Baking soda (at least ½ way of the balloon) 4. Empty and clean plastic bottle. 5. Funnel Procedure: 1. Pour the vinegar into the plastic bottle 2. Drop …

  Bubble Bomb Materials 1. ½ cup of warm water 2. 1 ½ tsp. Baking Soda 3. ½ cup of white Vinegar 4. Zipper-lock plastic sandwich bag 5. 1 Paper Towel 6. Food Coloring 7. Measuring cup Procedure Part I: Making the Time-Release Packet • Tear the paper towel into …

Swirling Colors What happen when you combine milk with food coloring and dish detergent? Materials A dish of whole milk Dish detergent Food coloring Cotton swabs Procedure Add the cup of milk to the dish. You only need to pour enough milk in the pan to cover the bottom Drop …

Ice Cream in a Bag This is a fun and yummy recipe. Kids of all ages love it! Ingredients: 1 cup of milk 12 tablespoons of salt (The bigger the grains, the better. Kosher or rock salt works best, but table salt is fine.) 2 tablespoons of sugar 1/2 tablespoon …