Ice cream in a Bag Experiment Lesson Video:
Lesson Plan:
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Overview:
In this experiment, the students will be able to understand the connections between solids and liquids with the help of making homemade ice cream. We will compare and contrast ice cream made in a bag with salt and without salt. The transition of the state of matter, in this case, liquid to solid, will allow the students to gain an understanding of chemistry and liquid freezing points. This experiment can be done with or without a partner.
Learning Objectives:
Recognize the matters involved
- Solid & liquid
2. Connect food to science
3. Apply this new knowledge to other foods
4. Create their own food experiments
Logistics:
STEAM Subjects:
Science (Chemistry) and Food
Science Vocabulary:
Chemistry
Matter
Freezing Point
Time:
10-20 min
Materials Needed:
Demonstration Materials:
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cup
- Ziploc Sealable Bags
- Sandwich size
- Gallon size
- Small Towel
- Timer/Clock
Food Items:
- 1 tablespoon of Sugar
- ½ cup of Half-and-Half or Reduced Fat Milk
- ½ cup of Salt
- 4 cups of Ice Cubes
- ¼ teaspoon of Vanilla Extract or any other food flavoring
Special Thank You to Our Funding From:
CSU Internal Funding Sources:
- IRA (Instructionally Related Activities Fund)
- Faculty Small Grant
External Funding Sources:
- Adobe
