This Thursday, March 3rd is our snowshoe fieldtrip at the top of Heavenly Ski Resort. We will carefully watch the weather, as it looks like Wednesday a storm is coming in. Good news though, Monday morning the weather looked possible on Thursday!
Monday a list went home regarding what students MUST bring on Thursday. I am attaching it here as well.
-snow boots or waterproof hiking boots
-snow pants or water-repellant treated pants
-large plastic trash bag (to sit on to eat lunch)
-warm hat to keep head and ears warm and dry
-warm socks (wool or polypropylene best; or 2 thick cotton pairs; above the ankle)
-warm water-resistant jacket for cold temperatures (layering is always good)
-gloves or mittens
-sunglasses; sunscreen (you can put on before you leave if you like)
-lunch with extra water
-day back to carry gear (backpack style, must have two straps, as you will be carrying all your gear as we hike)
This should be a great trip, if the weather cooperates. Remember, we will be above 9,000 feet so please bring warm clothes. Also, please make sure students have a good healthy breakfast that morning.
The bus leaves promptly at 9 and will return at 3.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
Science Conference Postponed
Due to our unexpected, four day weekend, the science conference scheduled for Friday in our classroom will take place next week (Tues.-Fri). Please inform your child that we will begin on Tuesday morning (during morning work) having students who are entering science fair share their science boards and present on their investigation. Wednesday through Friday will continue the presentations. Students can sign up for a day they wish to present on Tuesday. Thank you.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Chemical and Physical Reactions
Science is moving into mixtures and solutions. Today we kicked off the unit with an inquiry science investigation where students tested a variety of materials and observed reactions. They were then given a mystery substance to test and identify by using their previous observations they recorded in their science notebook.
Math is moving away from fractions and towards area, perimeter, and volume.
With all the snow that has been falling, our snowshoe field trip to Heavenly should be a huge success. We will leave school at 9:00 sharp on March 3rd and return right around 3:00. The week prior to this event, all reading will focus on learning about the early people, the science, and geography of the area we will be heading to. Science that week will involve using area and each child's weight to calculate their personal "pounds per square inch" according to their foot size. Then, using fake snowshoes, calculate what their PSI would be in each type of snowshoe. After "playing" with mini snowshoes in flour, students will have a firm understanding of the science and history to this fieldtrip before we go.
For those students in Elk Club, only a few weeks left. Students who are interested in entering the RMEF's World Bugling Championships need to send in their application soon. You have until the day before the event (you can register that Thursday- March 3rd at the event's center by 5:00 if needed). Forms went home Tuesday. The more that show up to this event, the better. With a bigger crowd of "buglers", it helps support the students.
Math is moving away from fractions and towards area, perimeter, and volume.
With all the snow that has been falling, our snowshoe field trip to Heavenly should be a huge success. We will leave school at 9:00 sharp on March 3rd and return right around 3:00. The week prior to this event, all reading will focus on learning about the early people, the science, and geography of the area we will be heading to. Science that week will involve using area and each child's weight to calculate their personal "pounds per square inch" according to their foot size. Then, using fake snowshoes, calculate what their PSI would be in each type of snowshoe. After "playing" with mini snowshoes in flour, students will have a firm understanding of the science and history to this fieldtrip before we go.
For those students in Elk Club, only a few weeks left. Students who are interested in entering the RMEF's World Bugling Championships need to send in their application soon. You have until the day before the event (you can register that Thursday- March 3rd at the event's center by 5:00 if needed). Forms went home Tuesday. The more that show up to this event, the better. With a bigger crowd of "buglers", it helps support the students.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Science and Social Studies, Oh My!
Our class recently finished our class science inquiry investigation. We discovered, that if you are going to spill red fruitpunch on your clothing, make sure it is made out of 100% polyester, as it totally washes out after 24 hours. Students came up with our project, created the procedures, including how to wash the materials out to the beat of We Will Rock You so that all are washed out the same. It was an incredible investigation.
Remember, our class Science Conference is Friday, the 18th of February. During this conference, each student will get to share their findings on their personal investigation. We will have time Monday in computers to create titles, graphs, or PowerPoints for their conference (or Science Fair for those who are choosing to enter their projects).
In social studies, we have moved into discussing the Revolutionary War, including the Declaration of Independence. Yesterday we made "hardtack", a basic food source that soldiers made and ate during that time. To my surprise, most students actually enjoyed eating the hard buscuits. The easy recipe calls mixing water and flour, cutting out buscuits, and then baking them. A few mentioned some salt would be helpful to the recipe.
In social studies, we have moved into discussing the Revolutionary War, including the Declaration of Independence. Yesterday we made "hardtack", a basic food source that soldiers made and ate during that time. To my surprise, most students actually enjoyed eating the hard buscuits. The easy recipe calls mixing water and flour, cutting out buscuits, and then baking them. A few mentioned some salt would be helpful to the recipe.
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