Science
- The student learns about the concept of change through the process of brewing coffee, as they observe how the coffee grounds change from dry to wet and then to a brewed liquid.
- They understand the concept of heat and energy transfer as they witness the water boiling and the color of the coffee changing due to the heat.
- They learn about the concept of solubility as they see how the water dissolves the coffee grounds, creating a solution.
Encourage the student to further explore the concepts of change, heat, and solubility by conducting simple experiments with other substances, such as sugar, salt, or food coloring, and observing how they change when mixed with water or heated.
Book Recommendations
- Little Coffee Know-It-All: A Fresh Brew of Coffee Facts, Tips, and More by Shawn Steiman: An engaging and informative book that introduces the science and art of coffee-making, suitable for young minds.
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