State testing begins next week.  We will be testing Tuesday through Thursday.  We have talked a little about what the test set-up should be like so the students feel more comfortable.  Please remember this is one test at one point in time.  The scores do not necessarily represent all the wonderful things your children are capable of.

The Iditarod is here!!
The race starts this Saturday, March 1.  We're learning about Alaska, the mushers, and the dogs.  This is a wonderful opportunity to see courage and determination in action!  If you would like to follow the race at home please visit the official site at:  http://iditarod.com/

exploding volcano

AWESOME MOUNTAIN/VOLCANO PROJECTS!!

Homemade Volcano

Things you need:

2 brown papers, spoon, water bottle, vinegar, empty water bottle and baking soda.

Step 1: Tape brown paper to empty water bottle and wrap it around.  Then, tape another piece to the bottom.  Don’t wrap around the bottom.

Step 2: Pour a little water into the empty water bottle.

Step 3: Pour some vinegar into the bottle you just poured water into.

Step 4:  Take a spoon full of baking soda and dump it in the brown water bottle.  Wait 1 to 10 seconds and the volcano will explode!!!!!!

Check out the video:

http://youtu.be/pLgc2S5jDsI

Finally, the pictures!