Pumpkin Patch: Plan, Try, Review — Pumpkin Rolling Investigation for Ages 4–5

Encourage curiosity and scientific thinking with this hands-on pumpkin rolling experiment for preschoolers! Children ages 4–5 investigate how round and oval play-dough pumpkins roll down a ramp while practicing planning, predicting, testing, observing, and reflecting. This printable resource includes illustrated investigation steps, pumpkin choice cards, recording worksheets, reusable comparison mats, result and reflection cards, and educator observation tools. With flexible communication options and child-led exploration, this activity makes early science engaging, accessible, and fun. #PreschoolSTEM #PumpkinScienceExperiment #FallPreschoolActivities #ScientificInquiryForKids #HandsOnLearning