Kids Activities The Magic Bag Is A Great Way to Introduce Kids To Fossils
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Kids' Activities: Introducing Fossils with the Magic Bag
Summary:
The Magic Bag is an engaging activity that introduces kids to fossils. It's easy to implement and captivates learners of all ages, making it perfect for classrooms or homeschool settings.
Keywords:
kids activities, earth science activity, fossil activity, fossil lesson plans, earth science lesson plans, earth science
Article:
I've always loved earth science, particularly fossils, and I've been conducting earth science activities for children since my own were small. So, when I had the chance to teach a six-week course at my middle school, this was the ideal topic. The course was more like a club, focused on fun and enjoyment, with learning as a natural byproduct. Including fossil activities in my lesson plans was a must, emphasizing hands-on experiences.
Upon receiving my class list, I realized I needed to adjust my plans. Although small, the class included students with learning disabilities and behavioral challenges. They weren’t naturally motivated, so capturing their interest from the start was crucial. I needed an exciting earth science activity to hook them immediately.
I remembered an activity, known as the Magic Bag, that sparked curiosity in younger kids. However, I needed something robust and intriguing for middle schoolers, particularly with such a challenging group.
I placed a small fossil inside velvet bags, ensuring each student had one. Without opening the bags, I encouraged them to explore the contents by touch. Since they knew we were studying fossils, I offered no further hints.
The room buzzed with excitement: “It's round!” “Mine feels like a cylinder.” “I feel ridges!”
The students eagerly speculated: “This might be a clam.” “Could it be a tooth?” “I think it’s a snail!”
I had them pass their bags around to compare observations and guesses. Soon, they were begging to open the bags.
Before revealing the contents, I prompted a discussion about ancient sea life. They imagined which species might have left fossil remains, and we explored fossil formation.
Finally, I asked them to guess the animal in their bag by name or species. Once the fossils were unveiled, their curiosity led to numerous questions about identification and behavior.
If this were a research class, there would’ve been more than enough interest to propel them into further study. In this session, our next activity involved a real fossil dig. Thanks to the Magic Bag activity, the students were already thinking, talking, and excited for more fossil adventures.
Among kids' activities, the Magic Bag stands out for its simplicity and ability to engage students enthusiastically.
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