Matter "Matters"

We had a fun two weeks exploring the states of matter! Some investigations we enjoyed:

Orange Soda - from orange juice. 

Jell-O - Representing the 3 states. 

Balloons – Vinegar and baking soda react, forming carbon dioxide, a gas, which fills the balloons.

Dancing Raisins - Carbonated beverages are filled with a dissolved gas called carbon dioxide. Bubbles accumulate on raisins making them  light enough to float up on a “bubble elevator.” 

Root Beer Floats -Representing the 3 states of matter. 

OUR BAT HOUSE

What a beautiful day for exploring and investigating our "Bat House".  I love the bat house. It is an amazing tool for observation and investigation for my friends.  This morning, we took a walk to observe and explore our bat house. We were thrilled to discover that it appears it may have inhabitants. We concluded our investigation on this gorgeous autumn morning with donuts and returned to class to write and read about bats. Bats are an important part of our ecosystem and bat houses are a real bonus for bats and my friends, as well!  Project-based learning offers my friends important opportunities for critical thinking, problem-solving, self-discipline, communication and teamwork. I love exploring and investigating this fascinating world with my friends!  I am thankful my friend Weston built our bat house years ago.  His gift of learning continues and I am sure will continue for years to come.

 

 

Hatching Time!

This month, my friends hatched chicks!
I love giving my friends experiences with life science while integrating language arts and mathematics throughout these real world experiences. It was so fascinating to watch the chicks emerge!  We loved listening to them call out; we called this singing. I hope my friends will remember this amazing experience for many years to come. I know I will!