Introduction to Snowflakes
The following blog sites outline a journey of learning about snowflakes through mathematics, and science lessons rich in media and engaging activities including webquests, interactive multimedia resources, online videos, and classroom based labs. This blog project is place-base to Alaska and includes culturally relevant curricula for Middle School grade students.
Essential Question: Why do snowflakes come in so many shapes and sizes?
Engage - Snowflake Safari
Follow the link to watch a Science Friday video about what you can learn by observing snowflakes.
Explore - Symmetry All Around Us
Next go on a this Webquest by created by Sherryle Mathis about the different kinds of symmetry in nature.
Extend - Snowflake Detective
Lastly go outside on a Snowflake Safari of your own with the materials outlined below.
Necessary Materials:
-Snowflakes falling from the sky. (The more, the better :)
-Sheets of black construction paper
-Magnifying glasses
-Snowflake identification worksheet (below)
