Today we were hunting for patterns! Attached is a blank sheet that students worked on today plus a picture of my “starter” (which I actually did NOT give them to start with!) This is actually super fun with all ages,
Art: Migration Silhouette Pictures
In keeping with our migration theme we created migration silhouette pictures. They glued a black landscape onto a white paper, watercolor painted the sky (there were beautiful, rainbow, colorful skies!) and finally glued on a variety of migrating animals (polar
Nature Study: Soil, a.k.a. Dirt
Today the Neutrons discussed soil (otherwise known as dirt). We read a book about the different layers of soil and were excited to discuss what “animal matter” might mean. Then we walked a portion of a new-to-us trail and dug
Art/Drama: Charade Cards
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Science/Math: Symmetry
This week we read and talked about symmetry. They were all familiar with the concept and had interesting thoughts to share. I had a really cool self portrait activity planned and then forgot the most important material at home! Darn!
Art/Drama: Squirrel’s Family Tree
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Art/Drama: Charades
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Art: Model Airplanes
This week we made model airplanes to commemorate National Aviation Month and because, well, making airplanes is always fun! Two model types were available – craft stick planes and cardboard planes. Hot glue was used to connect the pieces and
Nature Study: Magnifying Glasses and Binoculars
This week the Neutrons explored the woods and practiced using magnifying glasses and binoculars. Those tools were hits, and the kids did a great job asking for turns and sharing. Proud of them! In the woods we quieted our voices
Math/Science: Recreating Builds
Today we did a write it/do it activity inspired by Science Olympiad… The Neutrons split into two groups. Each group had 15 – 20 minutes to examine a “build” and to create instructions to help the other group recreate the