{"id":35276,"date":"2025-10-30T14:13:43","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T21:13:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goodnews.pylusd.org\/?p=35276"},"modified":"2025-11-06T14:25:47","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T22:25:47","slug":"exploring-states-of-matter-through-hands-on-science-at-van-buren-elementary-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goodnews.pylusd.org\/?p=35276","title":{"rendered":"Exploring States of Matter Through Hands-On Science at Van Buren Elementary School"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Fifth-grade students at Van Buren Elementary School from the classes of Mrs. Paniagua, Mrs. Griffin, and Ms. Meyers recently participated in a hands-on science experiment creating Oobleck as part of their unit on Matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Building upon their understanding of the three phases of matter\u2014solids, liquids, and gases\u2014students explored a new concept: Non-Newtonian substances. Through observation and experimentation, they discovered that when pressure is applied to Oobleck, it behaves like a solid; however, when the pressure is released, it flows like a liquid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This interactive investigation offered students a meaningful opportunity to connect theoretical learning with a tangible, real-world application. In addition to being enjoyable and engaging, the experiment deepened students\u2019 comprehension of key scientific principles while fostering curiosity, inquiry, and critical thinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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