International Week Kick Off Presentation We started off our week with outstanding performances from students and guests. Monisha from our class was in a dance, (sorry I didn't get a photo). Edible Science-Exploring Tectonic Plates What a great way to discover how tectonic plates slide and push against each other! The frosting represented magma and the crackers represented the plates. I forgot to take photos during the first parts of the exploration, but I captured the last part where we pushed the plates together forming a mountain. It was fun making the model and eating it! I think we all have a better understanding of the tectonic plates and how movement of the plates causes events that change earth's surface. Field Trip to the Performing Arts Center Thanks to my intern, Miss Paek, here are some photos from the field trip. The kiddos told me all about it and it sounds like the enjoyed the play and the picnic at the park. Wish I could have been there! International Week Presentation on England Thanks to Shea's mom, we know a lot more about England! We learned about the guards at Buckingham Palace, school in England, foods, and lots more. We also played a matching game of words used in England. Do you know what a diaper in England is called? We do! Partitioning Fractions using a Length Model We used lines made from playdough to create length models. I challenged the kiddos to partition their lines in various ways to explore different fractions. Love seeing our mathematicians hard at work and having fun! Investigating Landslides-Making a Model After creating a mountain, (damp soil), we created "rain" by pouring water into a cup with holes. We discovered that too much water on the mountain created a landslide. Some of the mountains almost completely collapsed. They weren't perfect models, but I bet everyone will remember what a landslide is and what happens during a landslide. Oh how exciting soil and water can be! Exploring Fractions with Cuisenaire Rods Practicing Math Facts with a Game We played Do the D's Again which is a game on doubling. This is a great way to practice the facts we have learned. Looks Like We Are In England! We couldn't actually go to England, but why not create a touristy photo? Mrs. Chuchmach created a backdrop display for fun photos. I love the way their turned out. Too cute! What Are You Thankful For? This was the start of writing about being thankful. I think it is important to stop and thing about gratitude and this is the perfect time of year for it. I wish I would have taken some photos of the kiddos working on their writing and final displays. We still have a bit to finish, so I'll snap some pics next week. International Week Closing Performance
We enjoyed ending our week watching Native American dances.
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November 2019
Mrs. Swyers3rd Grade Teacher |