Author: Sandy Mastin
Welcome to the “Hug Boat”: The How & Why of Deep Pressure Therapy
The sympathetic nervous system (SNS) is the “alert” system in the body. This is the one in charge when we face a stressful situation during learning, playing, or making overwhelming decisions. Situations
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It is that time of the year! Students in grade 2 anticipate the development of their cursive writing skills. Finally, the day has arrived and the cursive
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Did You Know?
Professor Sjaarda, a scientist from Queen’s University paid a special visit to our class. We revisited our prior knowledge of States of Matter while engaging in some awesome experiments. As
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Genesis in Action
Recently our class had the pleasure of visiting Ripplebrook Farm near Napanee, owned and operated by Kevin MacLean. Mr. MacLean was prepared and excited to share his farming experience with
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Mixing Matter – The Chocolate Chip Cookie Experiment
As we come to the conclusion of our States of Matter Unit, students apply their knowledge and make hypotheses regarding the mixing of solids, liquids, gases, and the application of
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Matter Matter Everywhere – “For in Him we live and move and have our being.” Acts 17:28
Grade 1/2 students have been exploring “States of Matter”. We used our bodies as molecules to demonstrate how molecules make up a solid, liquid or gas. Our bodies moved close
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You Belong
The words “You Belong” greet students upon entry into the classroom. We are learning that everyone belongs in the Kingdom of God. We are created in God’s image to mirror His
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Money Matters ~ The Mighty Money Match
The Mighty Money Match! Students work in pairs to see how quickly they can make “cents” using the fewest number of coins!
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