Challenge your family and friends to a traditional stick game. Test your luck and refine your strategy as you explore probability and play this simple but exciting game with craft sticks!
Starry Night at Home: Popcorn Science
Test the effects of water and freezing temperatures on popcorn’s “popping” abilities. Investigate the science of this exciting, healthy, and delicious snack food!
Starry Night at Home: Totem Poles
Do you know what a totem represents? Structural engineering and anthropology collide as you construct the tallest tower possible and learn about the significance of totem poles in First Nation culture.
Materials List: Native American Starry Night at Home
We are excited for you to participate in Girlstart’s Virtual Starry Night, including a Native American star show and hands-on STEM activities! Gather materials from around the house and join us on Thursday, November 5th for Starry fun.
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Mini Bow and Arrow
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- Cotton swab
- Craft stick or tongue depressor
- Cup
- Dental floss
- Scissors
- Water
Native American Stick Game
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- 6 craft sticks
- Markers
- 10 small items (coins, beans, washers, etc.)
Popcorn Science
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- 3 brown paper bags
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Paper and pencil
- Paper towels
- Popcorn kernels (at least 600, or approximately ½ a cup)
- 2 small bowls
- Water
Totem Poles
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- Construction paper
- Markers
- Scissors
- Tape
- Toilet paper or paper towel tubes