Materials
Pumpkin
Scoop
Knife
Seeds and pulp from a pumpkin
Large Zip-loc Baggie
Magnifying glass (optional)
Directions
Cut the top off of the pumpkin and scoop out the insides. Invite your child to help with the scooping if she doesn’t mind touching the pulp. Place some of the pulp and seeds in a gallon-size Zip-loc bag and close. Allow your child to explore the seeds and pulp through the baggie. We placed our baggie on the light table, but any hard surface will work. Provide a magnifying glass for closer observation. What words can be used to describe the pulp and seeds? Try counting the seeds, or separate the seeds from the pulp. Have fun exploring and observing!