Another fun day at the local chidrens science museum. Maddie is always asking when we will go here. Most of the time she is either at school or gymnastics so it remains a novelty for her. Luckily the museum is really good about changing around there exhibits frequently, so the boys continue to be entertained each time we go back. Today they had this really cool volcano class where they were able to learn about the four different kinds of rock that come out when it erupts: Basalt, Pumice, Obsidian aka "black glass", and Granite. They were able to examine each type with a magnifying glass. The "scientist" showed the kids how pumice is one of the only kinds of rock that floats in water. After showing the kids each rock and explaining a little about each, all the children were able to tell him what their favorite kind was.
Maddie's favorite was Basalt because of all the shiny mineral flecks
Robby's favorite was the Obsidian because it was smooth and shiny
Eli's favorite was the Pumice because it floated on water
Maddie and Mr E on the elevator. They have this fun window so that you can watch the elevator move up to the second floor
Robby and Eli love the "how it works" exhibit and they particularly enjoy putting together these trolley cars. You can put them together and then roll them down a ramp and watch them crash and break apart
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