PUE5Quest

Gifted studies = engaging experiences. After researching the rich food culture in Japan, my 5th graders culminated their studies by sampling various types of mochi (filled with ice cream)! They explored the unique texture and taste, connecting their research to a real-world, hands-on experience. Chewy, sticky, and delicious!  

Mrs. Moss's 5th grade gifted students recently explored the rich  food culture of Brazil. We finished the project by creating  brigadeiros , a popular chocolate truffle-like dessert. Learning about the world never tasted so good! Overall, the students rated the sweet treat a 9.8 out of 10!

Project complete! ✅ Our gifted students explored Thailand's rich food culture and celebrated with a tasting of yellow curry. From learning about turmeric to tasting the complex flavors, they really embraced this cultural journey. This was a very FLAVORFUL and AROMATIC dish! We started the presentations with the strongest flavors. Despite the new flavor profile, students rated the Thai yellow curry dish with a score of 6 (out of 10). Not bad for brand new flavors never tried before!

What makes a good game controller? 5th graders in Mrs. Moss's Quest class recently tackled this question by designing their own, utilizing Makey Makey technology. This project was more than just fun; it was a deep dive into design thinking and engineering. I was blown away by their ability to apply engineering principles. Some students created wearable controllers, while others engineered complex, multi-touch surfaces. Watching them analyze which materials conducted electricity best (Play-Doh was a hit!) really highlighted their grasp of circuits and conductivity.