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October 26, 2026

Sniffing Out Science at Manetuck

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Mrs. Chocko’s kindergarten class at Manetuck Elementary School recently visited the STEM lab for a lesson that explored their sense of smell. As part of their Arts & Letters unit on the five senses, students became young scientists as they investigated a variety of mystery scents.

Students carefully smelled different containers, used their observations to identify and match the different scents, and recorded their discoveries. They also compared their ideas with classmates as they worked through each mystery.

This hands-on experience was a fun and engaging way for students to connect their classroom learning to a real-world science experience. Our kindergarteners loved putting their noses to work and discovering just how important our sense of smell can be!

Two people sitting at a table with worksheets and objects in a classroom setting. Two people at a table with worksheets, scissors, and containers in a classroom setting.

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