Making Butter
Each year when I taught elementary school and preschool, one of my students’ favorite lessons was when we would make butter. Typically, we did this lesson in coordination with a unit about harvest-time or Thanksgiving. However, it could be enjoyed any time of the year.
All you need is a small, clear container, such as a baby food jar, a clean marble, and some heavy whipping cream. Pour some cream into the container to fill it about half way. Let your child drop in the marble and help make sure the lid is securely in place. Then, let your child shake until her heart’s content. (It takes a lot of shaking, especially if the container is much bigger than a babyfood jar. Your child may need to take a rest or the two of you can take turns.)
The cream will slowly begin to solidify. Ask your child questions about what she hears as the marble begins to slow down in the butter. Once it has gotten thick, you can supervise your child as she uses a butterknife to spread the butter onto a piece of bread or some crackers. If your child does not enjoy this “natural” flavor, you may need to add a small amount of salt and shake the container a bit more.
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Written by Laura on July 22, 2011
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