Research Form

Name Matt Hanses

What is the topic your team will be exploring?

Movement in Nature

What are the 4 concepts (the smaller ideas) you will be connecting to the
broader topic (the big idea)?
Light movement
Water movement
Wind movement
Growth movements

List the key materials you would provide for the children to
explore/construct their own learning. (at least 10 items)
1. Water table
2. Tubes
3. Fans
4. Plants/Seeds
5. Flashlight
6. Spray Bottle
7. Sponges
8. Mirrors
9. Food coloring
10. Bubbles
What are the key vocabulary terms the children will be using/developing
over the course of this investigation? Provide at least 4 key words and
their functional definitions for this investigation
1. Ripple – Small waves or movements on the surface of water
2. Soak – when something absorbs water and gets wet
3. Dew – water/moisture that forms on surfaces (often seen on grass or leaves in the
morning)
4. Flow – The movement of water, can be in a river or stream, or even from a pipe in the
water table.

What websites or resources will you use? List at least 4. Include at least
2 with scientific background for the teacher (possibly where you found
the key terms or concepts) and at least 1 you could use with the children.
Provide the name of the website, the URL, and a brief description.

1. https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/

Provides information about nature and water-related topics. Offering activities, videos, and

other ways to interact.

2. https://www.usgs.gov/special-topic/water-science-school

Covers topics such as water cycle, groundwater, water quality and more.

3. https://www.projectwet.org/
Offers various materials and resources for children to learn about water.

4. https://climatekids.nasa.gov/water-cycle/

Educational games and activities focused on nature and water.