Summary
In "The Whatchamacallit," Peep, Chirp and Quack explore a science-y mystery to notice, wonder about and figure out. A full 11-minute episode from the NSF-funded PBS science series for young children — quick to drop into a science circle or a rainy-day center.
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All ages
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
Discussion
"The Whatchamacallit" invites young scientists to explore a science-y mystery to notice, wonder about and figure out.
- What did the characters wonder about?
- What did they try to figure it out?
- What would you want to find out?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: notice, wonder, question, try, find out.
Try it: Pick something in the room you are curious about. Ask one 'I wonder…' question and think of a way to find the answer.