This week in the lab...
kindergarters continued learning about the three states of matter. Students experimented with soda and ice, and found that the carbination in soda creates a gas! Then, students learned that some things can change from one state of matter to the next. Students competed to see who could melt their ice cube the fastest!
First graders continued learning about temperature. This week, we used digital thermometers to take the temperature of 4 spots around campus. Then, we discussed the differences in temperature and why some spots on campus are hotter than others. Next, we discussed how we can use natural things, like trees, to shade our homes and keep us cool instead of using air conditioning and electricity. During technology time, we continued to work on our Animal Coverings PowerPoints.
Second graders learned about the life cycle of a sea turtle! Students acted out the life cycle in a game called Turtle Hurdles. Half the class were predators, the other half were sea turtles. next week, we will switch roles so everyone will get a chance to see how tough life is as a sea turtle! We also discussed limiting factors such as pollution, construction, and egg collectors, which are leading to the declining numbers of sea turtle populations. Students discussed ways to help sea turtles and other endangered animals of the ocean. During technology time, students continued to create inferences in preparation for our upcoming technology project.
During STEM Academy, students finally learned who borrowed Mr. Bear! Students watched a video from Detective Phillips, and then read the Case Story that Detective Phillips had sent Miss Phillips. To see Detective Phillips' video, click here. Then, students were introduced to our next unit, which will be based on Engineering. Students learned about various types of engineering from the Discover Engineering website. Then, students were presented with the challenge of building a bridge out of a single piece of 8.5" x 11" paper that could hold 100 pennies. For more information about this challenge, click here.
Well, that's what's happening this week at 260 Cedar Road. Until next time, stay classy Casita...
kindergarters continued learning about the three states of matter. Students experimented with soda and ice, and found that the carbination in soda creates a gas! Then, students learned that some things can change from one state of matter to the next. Students competed to see who could melt their ice cube the fastest!
First graders continued learning about temperature. This week, we used digital thermometers to take the temperature of 4 spots around campus. Then, we discussed the differences in temperature and why some spots on campus are hotter than others. Next, we discussed how we can use natural things, like trees, to shade our homes and keep us cool instead of using air conditioning and electricity. During technology time, we continued to work on our Animal Coverings PowerPoints.
Second graders learned about the life cycle of a sea turtle! Students acted out the life cycle in a game called Turtle Hurdles. Half the class were predators, the other half were sea turtles. next week, we will switch roles so everyone will get a chance to see how tough life is as a sea turtle! We also discussed limiting factors such as pollution, construction, and egg collectors, which are leading to the declining numbers of sea turtle populations. Students discussed ways to help sea turtles and other endangered animals of the ocean. During technology time, students continued to create inferences in preparation for our upcoming technology project.
During STEM Academy, students finally learned who borrowed Mr. Bear! Students watched a video from Detective Phillips, and then read the Case Story that Detective Phillips had sent Miss Phillips. To see Detective Phillips' video, click here. Then, students were introduced to our next unit, which will be based on Engineering. Students learned about various types of engineering from the Discover Engineering website. Then, students were presented with the challenge of building a bridge out of a single piece of 8.5" x 11" paper that could hold 100 pennies. For more information about this challenge, click here.
Well, that's what's happening this week at 260 Cedar Road. Until next time, stay classy Casita...