Do bigger pumpkins have more seeds than small pumpkins? To find out, our class celebrated both science and Halloween. |
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We formed our hypothesis. Eighteen students said they thought it would matter, but five students said, "no". |
We gathered materials for our experiment: pumpkins, carving sets, scales, and measuring tapes. |
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We measured circumference and weighted the pumpkins. We recorded our data (and were ready for fun). |
Now it was time to cut off the tops! |
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Our hands were soon covered with glop and with goo. We picked out the seeds and counted them too. |
We counted, and counted, and counted some more. |
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We tallied them up. Which would it be? Do big pumpkins have more seeds? We would soon see. |
When the count was all finished, most were surprised. The smallest of pumpkins had the most seeds inside! |
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What else could we do with six cleaned out pumpkins? We all worked together to create Jack-O-Laterns. |
Soon we were hungry and paused for a treat. Who knew that witches' hats and wands were so good to eat? |
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We wrote our conclusions and cleaned up the mess. |
Next, we graphed the seed tallies and called it a day. |
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The kids thought it was great! |
Science is messy and fun. |
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To the parents and helpers, we owe a great thanks. Their time and their efforts made it a memorable day! |