Fourth Grade 2014-2015
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Museum of Science and Industry
The third and fourth grade recently went on a field trip to the Museum of Science and Industry. Both classes participated in a learning lab, where they became forensic scientists to discover who stole the invisibility device. They dusted for fingerprints, tested powders, and looked at the chromatography of ink to solve the crime. They also got the chance to see the museum's brand new exhibit: Science Storms. This hands-on exhibit showed students how physics elements affect the weather, natural disasters, and energy.
The rooms that students wired with their circuits were a big success! Photos can be seen above.
In the short week we have before break, students will have a social studies test Tuesday and a spelling test on Wednesday. I also sent home last Friday a letter about the science fair, which will be held April 29 and 30. Please refer to that for my expectations and to begin thinking of ideas.
Friday, March 5, 2010
March 5, 2010
Thank you for all of your support during TerraNova testing! We have one more test, math, on Monday.
We had a great visit today from a very energetic man from the Anti-Cruelty Society. He discussed how their mission was not only to help animals, but also to educate those who are ignorant about who to treat animals. He also went over a brief history of the anti-cruelty society. We're going to have more guests next week when the school participates in Junior Achievement. We will have volunteers coming to teach next Thursday about business.
Our classroom was very fortunate to have been selected by ComEd and NEED (a program designed to teach people about energy) to participate in a program about energy efficiency. This will be our science unit for the next few weeks. They have provided us with enough materials for each student to receive a kit to help them make their house more energy efficient. These materials will be sent home gradually in the next few weeks. Because the focus is at home, many of the activities will need to be completed for homework. This includes looking at the water heater and natural gas meter, testing the water flow from faucets, and using a CFL light bulb. I know that not all students will be able to complete all of the activities in their homes and apartments, but in order to make this a successful, I hope that you will all be able to help them complete as much as possible.
We had a great visit today from a very energetic man from the Anti-Cruelty Society. He discussed how their mission was not only to help animals, but also to educate those who are ignorant about who to treat animals. He also went over a brief history of the anti-cruelty society. We're going to have more guests next week when the school participates in Junior Achievement. We will have volunteers coming to teach next Thursday about business.
Our classroom was very fortunate to have been selected by ComEd and NEED (a program designed to teach people about energy) to participate in a program about energy efficiency. This will be our science unit for the next few weeks. They have provided us with enough materials for each student to receive a kit to help them make their house more energy efficient. These materials will be sent home gradually in the next few weeks. Because the focus is at home, many of the activities will need to be completed for homework. This includes looking at the water heater and natural gas meter, testing the water flow from faucets, and using a CFL light bulb. I know that not all students will be able to complete all of the activities in their homes and apartments, but in order to make this a successful, I hope that you will all be able to help them complete as much as possible.
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