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Skittles & Science: Creating A Fun Connection

The third graders in Mrs. Andrew’s class recently got to play with their food, all in the name of science.

With work packets in hand they set out in groups to answer the question, “Does water temperature affect the decay of Skittles placed in it?” Students dug into the project and took on the role of scientists.

Together students tackled the scientific method by coming up with a hypothesis, making a prediction, conducting the experiment by placing skittles in both warm and cold water, tracking their data and coming up with their conclusion.

“Students enjoyed being scientists and following the scientific method!” said Mrs. Andrews. “I love to see the excitement they display as they do the experiments.” 

What was the outcome? Warm water dissolves the dye and sugar more quickly than cold, and as it does, creates a swirl of rainbow colors. We loved seeing these students excited about learning science!

Aviation Lessons Come To Life For Kindergarten Students

First Officer Joe Terry, of American Airlines, came to speak with all of kindergarten as part of our transportation unit. He shared with us about his experience as a commercial pilot and as a pilot in the Air Force. First Officer Terry taught us about the parts of an airplane and also explained how different modes of transportation work together to get people and goods to places around the world. It is such a blessing to have members of our PCA family come and share with our students!