Water, Water Everywhere!

This week was all about rivers, lakes, and just water! On Monday we did a science experiment with things that float and things that sink. The students predicted what the objects would do, then put in data for what actually happened! Tuesday was about the water cycle. We had a demonstration with a crock pot to show how water goes up to clouds (the lid), and then drips down. The students then made a living model!

Thursday we talked about the critters that live in water. We then picked our favorites and wrote about them. Most liked the snail, but a few liked the tadpole because "it is cute".

Along with learning about water, we have been learning more and more letter blends! This week we focused on fl, tr, sl, and pl. We also payed special attention to telling the difference between a "b" and "d". There two little tricks to help with this. B is bat before ball, and D is doorknob before door. We also had so me fun practice by writing in cool whip, YUM!

In math we have just finished early learning about fractions, and focused on probability! We made spinners to practice this concept!

Between lessons, the students are always working hard (and having fun!) in the free time area. There they can read, look at books, and do different activities set out every week. I love taking pictures of learning in action!