Bartholomew and the Oobleck by Dr. Seuss
Lesson plans and other teaching materials

Bartholomew and the Oobleck
A teacher blogs her classroom activities, including making &oobleck" and discovering its physical properties (science), and a graphic organizer/writing task for description (requires Adobe Reader).

Bartholomew and the Oobleck
Word bank words; comprehension questions; template, chart, and instructions for a weather watcher kite; and 2 word search puzzles. 11 pages, Adobe Reader required.

Identifying Sequence of Events Using Dr. Seuss' Bartholomew and the Oobleck
Students use graphic organizers and comic strips to practice sequencing. In a fun activity, small groups follow directions to make oobleck. Includes printable handouts.

Investigating Matter, Solid or Liquid: Bartholomew and the Oobleck
Students will be using Oobleck to observe the characteristics of solids and liquids. The students will make predictions and will draw conclusions on whether Oobleck is a solid or liquid by using focus observations and conducting focus explorations. They will raise questions, clarify questions and make conclusions about Oobleck. Designed as a postreading activity for second grade.

>Making Oobleck
Students review the book and then make "Oobleck" in small groups. They develop science skills in processing information, making inferences, and describing solids and/or liquids. The unit closes with a writing task.

Mythbusters: Walking on Water
This downloadable YouTube video (4:31) explains non-Newtonian liquids and shows someone walking on water like a Ninja — sort of. (This stuff looks like Oobleck!)

Oobleck Coloring Page
One-page printable, requires Adobe Reader.

Teaching with Dr. Suess' Bartholomew and The Oobeleck: Two Lesson Ideas
The first lesson focuses on problem solving. The second lesson focuses on characters' motivation and feelings.