Science and Social Studies Update

Dear Parents and Students,

What an amazing past few weeks with our Regions Party and Cardboard Arcade!  The kids' hard work paid off and was evident from the success of these two events.  Thank you for all your help along the way!

Brief update:
In science, we are reviewing "Simple Machines" on Monday and Tuesday.  Students will have a test on Thursday and then we will move on to the world of plants. 

In social studies, we will spend the rest of the year covering current events, map skills, and states of the U.S.A.


Science Homework:

1. Find three different kinds of leaves and write as many observations as you can about them.  (Due: Friday, April 5)
2. Study for "Simple Machines" test each night (Test will be Thursday, April 4)
    - Monday- read over your Simple Machines Review Packet for pulleys and levers
    - Tuesday- read over your Simple Machines Review Packet for wheel and axle and inclined planes
    - Wednesday- Visit EdHeads website and go to the "House" to review simple machines.  Review  Simple Machines packet as needed.
      http://www.edheads.org/activities/simple-machines/

Social Studies Homework:

1. Complete the "Lost in the United States" to find out which state Penelope Peabody is.  Use the clues to determine which state she is in.  (Due: Friday, April 5)



Here's a sneak peek from the Cardboard Arcade!

"Space Ball"- Kailyn, Peyton, Jack, Andrew, Sam