A Jello Brain?

What does a jello brain have to do with social thinking? A lot, it turns out! This week, our "Superflex" group began learning more about their brains by using our flexible thinking and "dissecting" one made of jello. Working with a partner, the children donned their gloves and picked up their magnifying lenses and "surgical instruments"(plastic knives and tweezers). They negotiated who would go first. Inside the brain were clues describing something your brain does to help you with social smarts, science smarts, and/or physical movement. We had a great and messy time. Thanks to the folks at www.socialthinking.com for coming up with this great hands on project. It was a big hit with us.