Weathering and Erosion Experiment

Students used sugar cubes and water to see the effect of water on the cubes. This is similar to the effect of water on mountains, and shows how erosion can occur.

Pictures from Valentine's Day and the 100th Day of School

Dr. Seuss Week at JA!

Here are a few pictures of some of the fun the students have been having as we honor Dr. Seuss's birthday this week at JA! On Thursday we will have a very special community reader. Just as a reminder - Wednesday is "Wacky Wednesday" and Thursday is "Hat Day".

WEATHERING AND EROSION SCIENCE UNIT KICKOFF!!!!!!!!

Yesterday students learned first hand how rocks go through the weathering process. We kicked off our science unit on erosion and weathering, which is part of the Next Generation Science Standards! For the next few weeks, students will be learning about how landforms are effected by weather, wind, and other elements. We will also be studying earthquakes and volcanoes! Tomorrow we will be conducting an investigation using sugar cubes and water, to see how water can effect rocks and minerals. Later on, we will be doing volcano experiments and experiments with soil and water.

Valentine's Day/Friendship Day Card Exchange

Dear families,
     We will be having a Valentine's Day/ Friendship Day Card Exchange on Tuesday, February 14. Your child is welcome to  bring in valentines for his or her classmates.  We will make valentine bags in class on Friday. Your child is welcome to bring in the valentines either Monday, Feb. 13 or Tuesday, Feb. 14 to go into the bags. Here is the list of the first names of the students in our class:

Richie
Cienna
Nathan
Jamie
Lucy
Christian
Nate
Aiden
Max
Ben
Jack
Brooke
Lilly
Izzy
Mackenzie
Anna
Leland
Jayna
Damian
Jacoby
John
Nathan

Thank you! - Mrs. Wilson

Science Experiments with Miss Boudreau

Miss Boudreau is a practicum student at Fitchburg State University and she conducted two experiments with the students this week. On Monday the students made "Fireworks in a Jar" using oil, water, and food coloring. On Wednesday students made snow using shaving cream and baking soda. The instructions have been sent home if your child wants to try them at home!