Oreo Lab

The 5th and 6th Grade Science students at TCCS have been working very hard to test if "Double Stuf" Oreo cookies really have double the stuffing than regular Oreos.  Together as a whole class, the students discussed the topic, observed both types of cookies, and made hypotheses about the size of the deliciously sweet cream filling.  Was the cream filling in the "Double Stuf" cookie actually double?  Or is it all a sales tactic and false advertising?  The students were on a mission to discover the truth!!!

Our first step was to write up a procedure to determine the steps to this experiment.  Then it was time to measure!  The students used a triple beam balance to measure the mass of both cookies and their cream fillings.  What were the results?  Well you'll just have to check back and see!

In the meantime, check out these pictures from our lab:

Our First Lab!

Students have begun the process of learning The Scientific Method, in order to apply it to their first lab experiment.  We have received notes, watched videos, and even sang a rap song all about the steps of the scientific method.  The next step to use our knowledge of these steps to develop a lab about "Double Stuf Oreos".  We will design the lab together in our lab periods and then carry out the experiment that we have developed.  The students are anxious to test their hypotheses and hope to get a taste of these sweet treats!

Check back later in the week to see results and photos!

Today was a successful first day in 5th and 6th Grade Science!  Students participated in a Student Fact Bingo game in order to learn more about their classmates.  Congratulations to all our winners!  Miss Z. demonstrated a really fun experiment using milk, water, food coloring, and dish soap.  Watch the video from YouTube below if you're interested in seeing it over again or trying it out at home.  Check out the awesome pictures below to see our results, too!  The students were also introduced to the topics we will be covering this year by reviewing our hallway bulletin board.  Each topic is represented by an "app" on our very own iPhone!  During our lab periods, the students had the chance to create their own iPhone with "apps" that represent information and fun facts about themselves.  Stayed tuned for our final products!  Hope everyone enjoyed their first day as much as I did!

Color Changing Milk Experiment

Welcome to 5th and 6th Grade Science at Teaneck Community Charter School!  My name is Miss Lauren Zaccaria and I am so excited to be at teaching Science at TCCS this year!  We will have a lot of exciting things happening in Science this year that I cannot wait to share with you.  Keep checking this site for classroom information, homework assignments, and pictures!