Cardboard Arcade Update... Hard at Work!

Here are a few snapshots of my science students hard at work!

Regions of the USA Party

For the past two months, students have been learning about the Northeast, Midwest, South, and West regions of the U.S.A.  We spent time researching each region and learning about the following topics:

- Bodies of water, landforms
- cities, states, resources
- climate, weather
- plants, animals
- interesting facts

Needless to say there was a LOT of information to sift through and students had to read, analyze, and synthesize information from books, maps, and online sources.  When all the research was complete, students picked one region to create a brochure.  The goal was to entice people to visit their region.  As evident from our Regions Party, they did a great job!  Students, parents, and teachers enjoyed learning about the different regions and what they had to offer.  Each visitor voted on their favorite region.  It was a tough choice, but the MIDWEST took first place! 

Here are a few pictures from the celebration...

 

Homework Assignment

Hi Parents and Students,

Our Regions Party last Friday in Social Studies was a success!!  It was a busy, lively event with lots of interesting facts, food, and fun.  For those of you who were wondering, the most popular region was... (drumroll, please) the MIDWEST region!   Congratulations to the Midwest team on educating our guests and thanks to ALL my students for working so hard to make it an exciting event.  (Photos coming soon)

In Science, the students have been working overtime to complete their cardboard games for this Thursday.   I have been impressed with their problem solving, teamwork, and leadership over the course of the past two weeks.  

*Reminder: TJS Cardboard Arcade on Thursday, 3/28/13

        Where: Rooms 13-16

         When: 9:00-2:45 

          ** $2 gets you a funpass with 500 plays!  All proceeds go to The Imagination Foundation.

         Our inspiration: www. cainesarcade.com  

Science Homework:

1. Visit Ed Heads (Simple Machines).  This week, you will be going to the "Tool Shed" to check out the compound machines.   Answer at least 4 of the questions on the worksheet. (Due: Thursday, March 28)

The link below will take you to Ed Heads: Simple Machines.

http://www.edheads.org/activities/simple-machines/

Social Studies Homework:

1. Outline and label the 4 U.S. regions we have been learning about.  (Due: Thursday, March 28)

Homework Assignment

Hi Parents and Students,
 
I hope everyone had a fun-filled Spring Break!  Welcome back to school-- we have a lot of exciting things going on in Science and Social Studies over the next two weeks.
 
Science Homework:
1. Visit Ed Heads (Simple Machines) and answer at least 6 of the questions on the worksheet. (Due: Friday, March 22)
 
The link below will take you to Ed Heads: Simple Machines.
http://www.edheads.org/activities/simple-machines/

Social Studies Homework:
1. Think of at least three things you could bring to represent your region for our Region Party on Friday.  It could be food, a resource, a souvenir, or a picture.  Tomorrow we will narrow down your list and decide what you will bring on Friday for our Region Party.  You can either email me the list or bring it in person to class on Tuesday.  (Due: Tuesday, March 19)

     Ex. South Region
            1. fried chicken
            2. cotton
            3. Mardi Gras beads
           
2. Bring materials for our Region Party. (Due: Friday, March 22)
  *** If you decide to bring food to share, please bring small servings (bite size samples).  One dish/tray is enough.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thanks!
Mrs. Donovan

Homework Assignment

Hi Parents and Students,

Here are the homework assignments for the week.  Since this Friday is a half day, homework will be due on Thursday, March 7. 


Science: Due- Thursday, 3/7/13
1. Simple Machines- Complete the crossword puzzle.

Social Studies: Due- Friday, 3/7/13
1.  Industries of the USA- Use the map to answer the questions.

Thanks,
Mrs. Donovan