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Welcome to Oceanside Public Library's STEAM Camp: Star Wars! This week we will learn about Star Wars, space, and more!

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- Paper Launcher
- Use the Force Magnetic Challenge
- Make Your Own Droid

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- Erupting Death Star
- Jedi Fitness Challenge
- Design a BB-8

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10-10:45am on Zoom

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- Lightsaber Sensory Battle
- Star Wars Design Challenges
- Baby Yoda Paperbag Puppet

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- Galaxy Oobleck
- Decorate Your Own Fighter Jet
- Star Wars Force and Friction

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Make a Paper Airplane Launcher | STEM Activity

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STAR WARS  'Use The Force' TABATA Kids Workout (4mins 52secs) #GETKIDSMOVING

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Build your own LEGO jet fighter or droid and post a picture on Padlet for everyone to see!

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Build your own LEGO jet fighter or droid and post a picture on Padlet for everyone to see!

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Star Wars science is fun any time of the year, but it certainly gets a lot of attention around May 4th! We love Science and STEM over here, so naturally we had to try a few Star Wars themed science activities as well as a 5 free printable Star Wars I Spy pages! Baking Soda science is fun no matter what the theme, but this erupting Death Star idea is pretty cool!

STAR WARS SCIENCE ACTIVITY ERUPTING DEATH STAR
ERUPTING BAKING SODA SCIENCE
This was originally my son's idea, and I wasn't quite sure how to pull it off, but we have done molded baking soda activities before like this fizzing castle. It isn't as difficult as it may look, and you probably have what you need in the cupboard anyway!
SUPPLIES:
Baking Soda

Vinegar

Water

Black liquid water color or a mixture of food coloring {you will need this to be a saturated mixture since it will be mixed with white baking soda} Alternatively, you don't need to color it at all. It's still fun!

Baster or Squirt Bottle

Bowl to mold shape

Large tray or bin to catch the mess {outside might be a good place to do it as well}
MAKE BAKING SODA MIXTURE
Empty a 2lb box of baking soda into a bowl. I next added coloring to about 3/4 cup of water, and poured it over the baking soda. Mixing with your hands is best as you can get a good sense of the consistency. Don't be too quick to add water until you thoroughly mix it. It should be a packable mixture but not wet or runny.
MAKE A DEATH STAR
I started out with the idea to make mini Death Stars and add a LEGO minifigure to each one like our surprise eggs we made this Spring. We molded them in a similar fashion, but I used one of those fillable Christmas ornaments instead. We made some quick LEGO gifts out of them this past holiday.

Then I decided I wanted a bigger Death Star, so I got out a small bowl. It's the smallest size from our nesting set and packed the remains mixture into it. Essentially I only made half a Death Star, but if I had more baking soda I could have made two halves and tried to put them together. I think your kids will find it amazing either way!

I popped the molds into the freezer for 30 mins to harden them a bit. I did need to run warm water around the outside of the bowl to loosen the large one. It came out pretty good with just a little crumble around the sides.

Set out bowls of vinegar and your erupting tools. We like basters, eyedroppers, and squirt bottles, but we also have used small measuring cups and ladles! Remember, they are a bit frozen so the activity will last longer! You can heat up the vinegar if you want too or add a small amount of warm water to it.

This Star Wars science activity is not only fun, it's a great learning experience too! Where does all that fizz come from? A chemical reaction! Specifically the chemical reaction between the vinegar and the baking soda or an acid and a base mixing together. Together the two create carbon dioxide which gives you the fizzing!

We also made a fun DEATH STAR PLAYDOUGH activity that was a hit!

As you can see this Star Wars science activity is also a bit of messy sensory play too, but it cleans up very easily. These kinds of activities really are fun ways to play with science and really experiment and explore what's happening.

Yep, It's messy alright, but that's OK! However, this is when the camera gets put away!

Baking soda and vinegar science is really popular around here. We have dozens of experiments for the different seasons and holidays, but this STAR WARS science activity was the mega one! We used our LEGO minifigures but you can add any characters you have.

DEATH STAR STAR WARS SCIENCE ACTIVITY
CHECK OUT MORE STAR WARS SCIENCE IDEAS!

STAR WARS BLOG HOP!
This month a group of bloggers have joined together to share very cool Star Wars themed activities. Visit the links below to see what else is going on and take a look at the Star Wars Blog Hop homepage!

Mrs LeBlancs Learners are learning Star Wars in the Classroom

Defying Gravity! Sounds like great fun from Kid Minds

KC Edventures is sharing a great Planets Math Activity

Peakle Pie shares some cute Paper Plate Ewoks

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Star Wars Science Activity Erupting Death Star

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Star Wars science is fun any time of the year, but it certainly gets a lot of attention around May 4th! We love Science and STEM over here, so naturally we had to try a few Star Wars themed science activities as well as a 5 free printable Star Wars I Spy pages!

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Carlee at Fun Learning Life

The following post about the Star Wars Inspired Paper Plate BB-8, as well as Gift Card giveaway is sponsored by Fandango Family. Photos and details of Star Wars in the post are courtesy of Fandango and opinions expressed are that of my own.**

My family is super excited about the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. We already have lightsabers, toys, and I have even made my kids Star Wars cupcakes to commemorate this iconic film.

We are getting our tickets through Fandango, and they have really cool movie facts, costumes, and crafts at Fandango Family that I can't wait to read through as well!

My 9 year old is a big fan of the series and since every young Jedi needs a DROID side kick, I created one via an easy children's craft.

The Star Wars Inspired Paper Plate BB-8 is easy to make with minimal supplies and it is something that the entire family can enjoy.

To recreate the Star Wars Inspired Paper Plate BB-8 craft you will need the following:

3 Paper Plates
Orange construction paper
Black construction paper
Silver Crayon
Cotton Balls
Clear Tape
Scissors
Pencil
Quarter
Nickel
Something to trace a larger circle with (I used a coffee cup)

Directions:

First place cotton balls between 2 paper plates and then tape them together. Next fold a paper plate in half and cut out the center circle.

While in half place a few cotton balls inside and tape together. Then tape this to the top of the other plates.

Next, take the coffee cup and trace it on the orange paper.

Do this twice and then cut the shapes out. Fold these in half and then trace out 2 notches on one side and cut these out.

Keep one circle in tact and cut the other in half. Glue these to the large plate.

Then cut out small pieces of orange and glue those on as well.

Next, trace out a circle twice with the quarter and once with a nickel on the black construction paper.

Cut these out and then half one of the quarter circles and cut it into a thin ring.

Place the black circles on the top portion of the Star Wars Inspired Paper Plate BB-8.

Finally, take the silver crayon and add decoration to the body. I added circles and lines, as well as filled in some of the circles.

This Star Wars Inspired Paper Plate BB-8 is that easy to create and is a great way to celebrate the upcoming release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
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Star Wars Inspired Paper Plate BB-8 Droid Craft! - Fun Learning Life

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Carlee at Fun Learning Life The following post about the Star Wars Inspired Paper Plate BB-8, as well as Gift Card giveaway is sponsored by Fandango Family. Photos and details of Star Wars in the post are courtesy of Fandango and opinions expressed are that of my own.** My family is super excited about the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens .

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Try this fun galaxy oobleck version for a kid-pleasing twist that puts the art in STEAM! The galaxy colors are a fun twist on this classic oobleck science experiment.

It's also part of our science activities planner because it is perfect for busting boredom during summer break, on rainy days, or as part of a science center.

Speaking of outer space, your child may also enjoy learning about the planets while making a fingerprint solar system.

Have you ever made oobleck? It's a mix between slime and a sensory tub and provides a wonderful way to explore science hands-on for preschool and kindergarten kids.

I love how simple this kids' activity is to set up - it only requires a few items you likely already have in your kitchen.

What Makes Oobleck So Special?

Oobleck is known as a non-Newtonian fluid, which simply means that it has the properties of a liquid and a solid at the same time.

Apply pressure, and it freezes up. But relax, and it drips off your fingers like a liquid.

Making oobleck is a fun way to explore non-Newtonian fluids, and kids love playing with the goop.

How to Make Galaxy Oobleck

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Galaxy Oobleck Supplies:

Directions for making galaxy oobleck:

Mix about a cup of cornstarch and about ¼ cup of water into each jar.

Add one color of food coloring to each jar.
NOTE: You'll know if the oobleck is the right consistency if it is hard when you press it but slides off your fork or spoon when you let it drip. Add more cornstarch or water to make this consistency. Mix in the food coloring.
Pour the oobleck one jar at a time onto the tray. Let it drip and mix to look like a galaxy.

Sprinkle the galaxy with glitter.

Show the kids how to hit it to make it seize up and relax their fingers to let the oobleck ooze out. Eventually, the oobleck will turn into a sort of magenta color, but mixing it is half the fun!

Galaxy Oobleck Science Discussion

While the kids are having hands-on fun playing with their galaxy oobleck, ask them for their observations.

For example, how does it feel when they clutch it in their hand? when they press it down? or when they relax their hand?

You can also ask them about the colors they see and how it changes the more it gets mixed up.

My kids love making oobleck! It can get a little messy, but it is easy to clean up once it dries.

We hope you try this activity and make galaxy oobleck with your children. It's a great indoor activity and would be a fun addition to a homeschool science unit or a classroom project.

So, if you need a fun activity to keep your kids busy while sneaking in some learning, then grab your supplies for this galaxy oobleck!

More fun science experiments for kids you may enjoy:

Instructions

1. Mix about a cup of cornstarch and about ¼ cup of water into each jar.

2. Add one color of food coloring to each jar.

3. NOTE: You'll know if the oobleck is the right consistency if it is hard when you press it but slides off your fork or spoon when you let it drip. Add more cornstarch or water to make this consistency. Mix in the food coloring.

4. Pour the oobleck one jar at a time onto the tray. Let it drip and mix to look like a galaxy.

5. Sprinkle the galaxy with glitter.

6. Show the kids how to hit it to make it seize up and relax their fingers to let the oobleck ooze out. Eventually, the oobleck will turn into a sort of magenta color, but mixing it is half the fun!

Notes

While the kids are having hands-on fun playing with their galaxy oobleck, ask them for their observations.

For example, how does it feel when they clutch it in their hand? when they press it down? or when they relax their hand?

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Try this fun galaxy oobleck version for a kid-pleasing twist that puts the art in STEAM! The galaxy colors are a fun twist on this classic oobleck science experiment. It's also part of our science activities planner because it is perfect for busting boredom during summer break, on rainy days, or as part of a science center.

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I've got a few students in my room who are obsessed with anything and everything Star Wars...This past weekend I located some Star Wars graphics on Scrappin' Doodles and because I constantly ask Bennett to do his Chewbacca and R2D2 voices {at least 5 times a day} I decided it was appropriate to make a forces & friction lesson ASAP! I located some Star Wars figures from Toys 'R' Us...I was unsuccessful locating R2D2 and C3PO, even after going to 3 different stores...We'll just do without them for the time being.

I divided my class into small groups. Each was given some drinking straws, a ruler, a recording sheet
(downloaded FREE from our TpT Store), and of course...a Star Wars figure! Students determined how many straws it took to move their character one inch and then five inches in various locations of the school. The more straws that were used (force) made the characters go further. When we ventured outside to take our measurements on the sidewalk, blacktop, and in the grass we also had another variable that made it more difficult...the wind!
My students are curious to find out if the diameter of the straw has any effect on the amount of force that is applied...and a few of my students are going to engineer some "wind barriers" to see if we can prevent the wind from blowing our characters over! We will go back tomorrow and revisit this...as I will also be making some changes to the actual template that I created. Feel free to take a looksie at the original template on TpT! Here are some of pics from today:

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I've got a few students in my room who are obsessed with anything and everything Star Wars...This past weekend I located some Star Wars graphics on Scrappin' Doodles and because I constantly ask Bennett to do his Chewbacca and R2D2 voices {at least 5 times a day} I decided it was appropriate to make a forces & friction lesson ASAP!

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