MSAD #49

For the past six weeks, Professor Madison from the Colby College Chemistry Department has met with Lawrence Elementary 5th graders in our science lab to conduct chemistry experiments. The students tested acids and bases with purple cabbage juice, and watched the mixtures flip colors right in front of their eyes as they used droppers to add different liquids. Then they added dry ice (carbon dioxide) and saw the cabbage juice bubble and fizz while the color changed again, like a science magic trick! Students made predictions, recorded what they noticed, and compared results, all while having a lot of fun discovering how materials can change when they aare mixed together.

Our 3rd grade students spent the winter learning about books, reading, and how to Learn Like a Bulldog in library class. Last week marked the end of Chickadee Award season, where readers from all over the state of Maine were challenged to read 10 new picture books and, after reflecting on the experience, vote for their favorite. After being curious about Clever Crow, taking risks with Mavis the Bravest, and persevering with Tricky Chopsticks, students ultimately chose the connections they made to Luigi, the Spider Who Wanted to be a Kitten as their favorite reading experience. They continue to explore two other favorites, Anh's New Word and The Yellow Bus by making additional connections to Anh's story and reflecting on the next change that might bring The Yellow Bus joy.