We started off by talking about pie charts and their application to science. Together, we graphed results from a survey of favorite Halloween candy we had done the previous week. Then the Electrons split off for an independent project, performing
Halloween Candy Experiments
The day after Halloween, we separated into groups and did three experiments with leftover candy. Our “Sink or float” and “floating M’s” stations were successful, but separating the oil from a Starburst via microwaving proved difficult. The electrons did seem
Symmetry
We finished off our lesson on symmetry by creating self portraits. A few weeks ago I took their pictures then I printed them and we cut them out and centered and glued them down on a blank piece of paper.
Tangrams
We did a lesson on Tangrams. It was a great lesson on problem solving and creativity. With the 7 shapes used in tangram designs We broke off into groups and I had the students make a square. After 5 minutes
Lava Lamps
We started class by making lava lamps in the kitchen. Thanks to everyone who sent bottles! In a 20 oz or 1 liter bottle, we added about 1.5 inches of water. We then filled the bottle about 2/3 with vegetable
Bam!
Paper Planes
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Math Games
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What Is Science?
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Park Days!
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