Wonders of Water Journey

Learning about the water molecole is more fun when it's with marshmallows!  Our resident scientist (co-leader) helped the girls learn about H-2-O with this fun edible craft!

Advance prep/supplies:
1. mini marshmallows
2. regular marshmallows
3. toothpicks
4. paper towels or paper plates

Activity plan:
1. demonstrate the making of a water molecule.
2. handout supplies and let the girls create.
3. let them eat!

The water journey continues with a little lesson about how one drop can make a difference:

Advance prep/supplies:
1. clear plastic jug
2. food coloring

Activity plan:
1. fill jug with water
2. talk about how every Girl Scout can make a difference, in their community, in their world.  They can make a difference trying to solve a problem.  For example, keeping our environment clean and waterways clear.
3. Have each girl drop a tiny drop of food coloring into jug, one at a time.
4. Results are quick: water gets cloudy and dirty.  Lesson: how one drop can dirty the water or make a difference.
5. Take home message: what can they do to make a difference in their homes and how can they help save water?