Ocean Circulation: Lesson Plan
Activity
Activity
You Will Need
You Will Need
9x13" Clear Pan
Cold Water
Boiling Water
Ice Cubes
Red & Blue Food Coloring
Rubber or Plastic Fish
Directions
Directions
STEP 1: Fill the glass container about halfway with cold water.
STEP 2: Mix in some blue food coloring. (about 1 to 2 drops)
STEP 3: Mix in a cup of ice cubes.
STEP 4: Add plastic or rubber fish/sharks into the water.
STEP 5: Boil 2 cups of water
STEP 6: Mix in red food coloring to make it a dark red. (about 2 to 4 drops)
STEP 6: Slowing pour the red hot water into the cold water and watch the currents start to form.