Week of October 1 - 5

Time for the weekly catch-up!

• Kindergarten used their sense of sight to observe properties of a liquid form of matter. This involved using a dropper to combine different colored drops of water. 
• 1st grade did a rockin' balance investigation: using 5 rocks, students used their hands to predict which was the heaviest and which was the lightest. Then we tested our predictions by placing the rocks on a balance and comparing their weight to mini teddy bears. 
• 2nd grade had a shortened Science Lab schedule due to testing, but we still had fun! We had a Tic Tac race to answer the experiment question: what is the fastest way to dissolve a Tic Tac in your mouth?
• 3rd graders entered into Part I of their first experiment: Milk in Motion. After a quick demonstration involving milk, soap, and food coloring, students came up with a question and planned the procedures for their experiment. Part II occurs next week when students will be given time to investigate. 
• 4th graders didn't get a chance to come to the Science Lab this week, due to Dragon Day. Don't worry, though -- I have something fun planned for next week! 

Don't forget to visit our class Instagram to view some Kodak moments. While you're at it, check out our tweets on Twitter!

The first meeting of the Green Thumb Club is next Tuesday, October 9. Students can stay after school and meet in the Science Lab at 3 pm. Pick-up is at 3:45 at the east doors by the Science Lab. Parents, please fill out this Participation Permission Form and return it to me ASAP. Also, here's a copy of the tentative GTC meeting schedule to hang on your 'fridge.

Have a great weekend!