Older kids can have fun with pumpkins too! In this investigation, students will observe characteristics, make predictions, and collect scientific and mathematical data from a pumpkin. They will find the total mass, measure the height and circumference, as well as check for buoyancy.
Once the teacher cuts the pumpkin open, students will collect more data about their pumpkin, such as: the mass of the seeds, the mass of the pulp, measure the largest seed in the pumpkin, and then measure the sma