Then we checked it two days later….
We have been discussing the snowflakes in our class and how each one is unique. As it is very difficult to see a snowflake close up I suggested we "grow" one! This is a fun experiment with beautiful results. First we made the snowflake using pipecleaners. This required a bit of help. Then it was attached to a string and a pencil. Then we dangled the snowflake in a container. Next we prepared the solution. Together we mixed 6 tablespoons of borax with 2 cups of boiling water. Everyone was very excited to count out their 6 tablespoons! We mixed the borax and water until it dissolved. Having the borax dissolve was an interesting concept for everyone. Then ever so carefully, we poured the solution into the container with the snowflake. Then we checked it two days later…. Voila!! A beautiful snowflake! Each snowflake looked a little different with the crystals varying in size. We used magnifing glasses to examine each snowflake closer. Everyone was very curious to see what was in the solution. With the water now cold they were eager to see if any borax was left. This is what we found in the bottom of the containers… little "crystals" or "snow"! Everyone was almost as excited to find this as they were to see the finished snowflakes.
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