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3 Science Things to do with Eggs: Includes Bouncing Egg

3 Fun Science Things to do with Eggs including Bouncing Egg

We've got chickens and ducks, so we've got a lot of eggs! We're always looking for new uses for them. We don't want them to go to waste. Since we homeschool, we decided to try some kid science things to do with eggs. Have you seen the bouncing egg experiment? So, how do you make an egg bounce? Enjoy!

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Kids Science Egg Experiments Rubber Bouncing Eggs

Which came first the chicken or the egg? Oh, that's not the egg science experiment we're doing..

EXPERIMENT #1

For our first egg science experiment, we tried to find out. Will it float? You'll need two eggs and two glasses of tap water.

Bouncing Egg Experiment with Results.

Drop one egg in each glass.

Do they float? Why or why not? Write down your hypothesis in your journal or a Google Doc.

Slowly add SEA SALT (table salt works, you just need more). Now, what happens? The more sea salt you add what happens?

To find out what is happening, click here: Results.

That was fun! Don't waste those eggs. Keep them for the next experiment! Leave your egg in the cup.

Add enough vinegar to cover the egg.

Check it after 24 hours. Record any changes in the egg in your Science Journal or a Google Doc.

EXPERIMENT #2

Can you make an egg bounce?

Can you make an egg bounce?

Instructions for the next experiment call for a boiled egg, but we tried it with an unboiled egg- Just to be different.

We used a chicken egg and a duck egg. Since the duck egg has a stronger shell, the results were much better.

You can try it with boiled an unboiled eggs, but remember to test it outside. Do an experiment with both types of eggs and record any differences or similarities that you find.

How is the duck egg different from the chicken egg?

So, how does the egg feel after 24 hrs.? 48 hrs.? 72 hrs.?

We tested our egg after 48 hrs. See the results below.

VIDEO: Unboiled Egg Test Results

Here are ten more cool egg science experiments to try.

EXPERIMENT #3

Easter Egg Dye Experiments

What else can you do with eggs? Of course, we dye them for Easter. You might want to try to dye your Easter eggs naturally. We tried it as a Science Experiment. Let me just say, we failed miserably. One reason is we neglected to follow all of the steps.

Natural egg colors: How to dye eggs naturally.

Duck and chicken eggs from our farm. Use a Sharpie to write the date of collection.

If you want to dye eggs naturally click the links below to follow the instructions, and use these all natural ingredients that are proven to work.

Red Cabbage Eggs

Yellow Tumeric Eggs

We tried Dandelions...

Can you dye eggs with Dandelions? Maybe.

We tried Violets and other purple wildflowers...

Can you dye eggs with Violets? Maybe...

Soaking an egg in Violet juice.

Can you dye an egg with Halloween Candy?

Dye eggs with old Halloween Candy.

Heat the candy slowly over low heat. Green candies turn into a brown, sugary goo.

Orange and Red candies turn into an orange goo. Guess what? It works, sort of...

Beautiful natural shades of our eggs.

Egg soaked in melted orange and red candy.

The results of our egg-periment. For us, only orange and red candy worked.

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Online History Lessons: Curriculm, Printables, and Videos

History Online for Homeschool and Classroom Curriculum

Looking for a History Learning Site? These online history lessons include videos, printable worksheets, and free online educational games. When planning your classroom or homeschool curriculum, check here for all of your lesson plan needs. We're always adding new online lessons for students so check back often. Enjoy!

Online History Lessons:Curriculm, Printables, and Videos.

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Language Arts Lessons Online

Homeschool Projects

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Books, Videos, and Lessons: Jackie Robinson for Kids

Bio of Jackie Robinson and Online Activities

Wondering when is Jackie Robinson Day? Jackie Robinson Day is April 15. Who is Jackie Robinson? He is one of the most famous baseball players in history. Do you know why? Yes? No? Maybe? Either way, you'll learn about Jackie Robinson with these online activities and videos on Jackie Robinson for kids. This is a great post for students to learn facts about Jackie Robinson. Enjoy!

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Books, Videos, and Lessons: Jackie Robinson for Kids.

To learn the bio of Jackie Robinson, students can watch these videos about Jackie Robinson:

Watch this Video of Jackie Robinson from Brainpop.com. They also have a good video on Civil Rights. If you don't have a Brainpop account, you should! However, you can do a search for a password that you can use to watch the videos. You won't be able to keep track of all your hard work without an account. So, if you can't do that, here is a another video about Jackie Robinson from History.com.

Be sure to do the FYI and take the quiz on Brainpop. You'll also find lesson plans for teachers there.

Keep scrolling for games and activities about Jackie Robinson.

No matter your age or grade level, you will enjoy this book, I am Jackie Robinson* by Brad Meltzer. It is a fun biography written from the point of view of Jackie Robinson as a child. Packed full of Jackie Robinson facts, this book is the perfect companion book to a lesson on Jackie Robinson.

Bio of Jackie Robinson and Online Activities.

Test your baseball game I.Q. - who is on first?

How good are you at batting? Try it out with this online baseball game from ESPN.

Learn how to play Baseball with this fun online game.

Play some free online baseball games for kids.

Jackie Robinson PDF book.

Downloadable Jackie Robinson worksheet from Education.com.

Free Baseball Worksheets from EnchantedLearning.com.

Can you answer these Jackie Robinson quiz questions?

Do you know the original lyrics to Take Me Out to the Ball Game? Listen here:

And, here's the version you've probably heard:

That's a lot of baseball history, let's move on to other lessons.

Language Arts Component:
Since we're talking famous baseball, you'll want to read the most famous baseball poem of all time, Casey at Bat. Even better, listen to James Earl Jones recite the poem, Casey at Bat:

Watch the Disney clip:

Math Component:
Learn to simplify fractions with Baseball Math.
Subtraction with regrouping baseball math game.
Multiplication practice with baseball.

Art Component:

Here's a fun baseball diamond and Jackie Robinson paper craft from Crayola.com.

Science Component:
Bat Science Fair Experiment
Watch a video about the experiment here:
Baseball Experiment PBS
What Balls Can you Throw the Farthest Experiment
What happens when you refrigerate your baseball?

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Get I am Jackie Robinson*

Albert Einstein Video and Lesson for Kids

Alma Thomas Art Project

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Easy Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Turkey

Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe Easy

Shepherd's Pie is traditionally made with lamb, hence the term "shepherd". However, this version of Shepherd's Pie uses ground turkey. It also replaces the more expensive Irish cheeses with a mixture of sharp cheddar and Parmesan. This recipe is more kid-friendly than Corned Beef and Cabbage and makes an excellent addition to your St. Patrick's Day feast. Enjoy!

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Easy Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Turkey.

Easy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe

1 T cooking oil

1 onion, chopped

1 lb. ground turkey

3 T flour

1/2 t salt

1/4 t pepper

1 t rosemary

1/2 t paprika

1/8 t cinnamon

1 T ketchup

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 c beef broth or 1 c water with 1 t beef bouillon

6 oz. frozen peas and carrots, thawed

2 lb. potatoes, peeled and cubed

1 T butter

pinch cayenne pepper

2 T cream cheese

4. oz. shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1/4 c. grated parmesan cheese

1/4 c. milk

Easy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe.

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

2. Place oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and ground turkey. Cook until meat is browned and onion is tender.

3. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, rosemary, paprika, and cinnamon until well incorporated. Mix in the ketchup. Add the garlic and cook 2-3 minutes.

4. Stir in broth or water and bouillon. Reduce heat to low. Simmer mixture, with stirring, until thickened.

5. Remove from heat and add peas and carrots.

6. Transfer mixture to a 1 qt. casserole and set aside.

7. Boil potatoes in a large pot of boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well.

8. Mash potatoes. Add butter, cayenne pepper, cream cheese and milk. Mash until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese.

9. Top the meat mixture with the mashed potatoes, spreading evenly.

10. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven 30 minutes or until the potatoes are golden.

Mashed Potato Topping on St. Patrick's Day Shepherd's Pie.

Shepherd's Pie Saint Patrick's Day Recipe.

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Albert Einstein Video and Lesson Plans for Kids

Einstein Online Lessons and Science Projects

You've probably heard of Albert Einstein. For sure, you've seen his iconic image. You know he was smart, but the true facts about Einstein will likely surprise you. Learn all about the most famous scientist in history with these Albert Einstein videos, lessons, and science project experiments for kids. We also found a Quantum Physics mod for Minecraft. Oh, yes we did. Enjoy!

Albert Einstein Video and Lesson Plans for Kids.

Did you know the 99th element, discovered after Einstein's death, is called Einsteinium? Learn more about it here: Albert Einstein Biography

You can learn about Albert Einstein by reading this fun book about the scientist, I am Albert Einstein, by Brad Meltzer. Scroll down to get the book through our affiliate link*.

I am Albert Einstein by Brad Meltzer.

Facts about Albert Einstein

Fun Cartoon about Albert Einstein from Brainpop.

Albert Einstein cartoon video for kids from Brainpop.

Einstein Lesson Plans for Teachers.

Definition of Quantum Physics for Kids

Albert Einstein Mask Craft coming soon.

Quantum Physics Mod for Minecraft

Download qCraft Quantum Physics Mod for Minecraft

Albert Einstein with Glasses Coloring Page

Albert Einstein coloring page with glasses.

Science Projects:

How to Make an Electric Motor

Learn how to make an Electric Motor from Education.com.

States of Matter for Kids

Learn How to Stack Liquids: Rainbow in a Jar from Steve Spangler.

Rainbow Stacking Liquids Science Experiment from Steve Spangler Science.

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The Science of Matter

I am Albert Einstein*

Electric Circuit Lesson

Universe Lesson

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Easy Breakfast Pizza Recipe

Pizza for Breakfast? Heck, yeah!

Do you miss those college day breakfasts of cold pizza? Or was that last week? Either way, this is a fun, easy breakfast pizza recipe for a more traditional breakfast. Just like conventional pizza, you can mix and match toppings as you see fit. We've also included a breakfast pizza sauce recipe. We used turkey ham, mushrooms, and red onions this time because....well, it was what we had. Enjoy!

Easy Breakfast Pizza Recipe with special Breakfast Sauce.

How to Make Breakfast Pizza with Sauce

Ingredients:

Pizza Crust

1T butter or margarine

3/4 t. salt, divided

1/8 t. pepper

1T flour

1 c. milk, divided

1t. Italian seasoning

8 eggs

Choice of Toppings: Such as mushrooms, onions, peppers, sausage, ham, bacon and 1 c. shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Crust:

Use your favorite pre-made crust, bread dough, or recipe of your choosing. Roll the crust into a 14 inch circle and build up the edges slightly. Bake the crust (375 degrees) at least partially before adding toppings.

While the crust is rising and/or baking, prepare your sauce and toppings as follows:

Sauce:

Melt 1T butter or margarine in a small pan.

Add 1/4t. salt and 1/8t. pepper and 1T flour.

Mix well and cook 1 minute.

Add 1/2 c. milk and stir constantly over medium heat until thickened.

Eggs:

In a large bowl, beat 8 eggs.

Add 1/2 c.milk.

Season with 1/2 t. salt and 1 t. Italian seasoning.

Lightly grease a skillet with cooking spray and allow the egg mixture to set up on the bottom of the skillet.

Using a spatula, lift and fold the cooked eggs, allowing the uncooked mixture to flow to the bottom of the pan.

Continue until eggs are completely cooked, but still moist.

Toppings:

Thinly slice vegetables- onions, mushrooms, green or red peppers. Thoroughly cook meat toppings- sausage, bacon, or ham.

Assemble pizza.

Once the crust is baked, but not browned, apply a layer of sauce. Spoon the scrambled eggs on top of the sauce. Add toppings. Finally, top with about 1 c. shredded Mozzarella Cheese.

Bake the pizza at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the crust is browned.

Breakfast Pizza Sauce Recipe.

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What is your favorite pizza topping? Let us know in the comments!

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Rosa Parks Bus Story: Videos and Activities

Fun Rosa Parks Bus Companion Story with Activities

Who was Rosa Parks? What did she do? In honor of Black History Month, here's a fun lesson with activities about Rosa Parks. We've included a book that works for all ages, I am Rosa Parks, and fun ideas for the classroom or for a family fun night. Enjoy!

Rosa Parks Lesson Plans for Teachers

Rosa Parks Bus Story: Videos and Activities.

The Story of Rosa Parks from Scholastics.com

Rosa Parks Bio and Lessons for Middle School

Rosa Parks Bus Worksheet for Older Kids

Bus Coloring Sheet

Bus Craft Printable

Rosa Parks History Game

Rosa Parks Recipes

Brainpop Videos (requires a password):

Rosa Parks Video for Early Elementary

Civil Rights Video for Kids

Here's a video about the Rosa Parks Bus Boycott:

Listen to the I am Rosa Parks* story here:

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Benjamin Harrison Activities

Fun Facts and Activities about Benjamin Harrison

When was Benjamin Harrison President? Benjamin Harrison was the 23rd President of the United States. He was the last President to serve as a Civil War General. His history (his story) is lesser known than that of other Presidents, but it is very interesting. These Benjamin Harrison activities and lessons will help you learn all about the grandson of President William Henry Harrison. Enjoy!

Benjamin Harrison Activities.

First, the facts!

Harrison was President from 1889-1893.
He was born in North Bend, Ohio in 1833.
Republican
He lived in Indianapolis for many years.
Married twice, his second wife was the niece of his first wife.
He died of Pneumonia on March 13, 1901.
James Whitcomb Riley delivered his eulogy.

*Facts found on Benjamin Harrison website.

Watch a video about Benjamin Harrison on the History Channel.

Picture of President Benjamin Harrison.

What did Benjamin Harrison sound like?

Immerse yourself in history when you take a tour of the Benjamin Harrison home in Indianapolis. We visited on President's Day and had the privilege of "meeting" President Harrison. They offer school tours and homeschool days. They are open every day except Sunday from 10:30-3:30. The parking and restroom facilities are conveniently located near the Welcome Center. Tours start in the Welcome Center.

President Harrison Home Field Trip.

Visit the President Harrison Welcome Center for a School Tour.

Brig. General Benjamin Harrison.

Carriage House Welcome Center at Benjamin Harrison Home.

Field Trip Ideas: President Benjamin Harrison Home Tour.

Lessons and Activities:

Win the Whitehouse Presidential Election Game

Benjamin Harrison Word Search Activity

Looking for a civics lesson? iCivics is an amazing site founded by Sandra Day O'Conner that is chock full of history and social studies lessons. Sign up for FREE to play fun online social studies games.

More President Lesson Activities.

Below, check out the scenes from President Harrison's Indiana home.