Science Fun Day!

Today in place of our cancelled Smith Center Field Trip, students participated in 3 different activities with Grade 3 teachers to learn more about life science topics in new ways.  With Mrs. Byrd, classes learned about different types of seeds and how wind can help the spread of those seeds.  Ask you child to see the seed they "made" with her!  In Mrs. Bradley's room, students made a compost with special worms and learned about the benefits to making a compost at home.  Additionally, they made a yummy edible compost that they can enjoy (with parent permission) as an after school snack.

In my classroom, students went outside to explore the local habitat.  We took a nature walk with buddies and recorded all that we discovered on a "Habitat Scavenger Hunt" sheet.  See some photos of the kids at work and our cool finds below!  After exploring, students were assigned an animal and had to determine if this habitat is a good one for the animal.

All in all, a great science-filled day!
Continue to scroll past the photos for some important reminders!!!

Some important reminders:

• Tonight (May 22) is International Night.  It begins at 6:15 pm and is a wonderful event to celebrate all of the amazing cultures our school community has!!!
• Tomorrow (May 23) is field day.  Upper grades go out to enjoy fun in the sun beginning at 12:30.  Please ensure that your child is dressed comfortably and has sunscreen, a hat and a water bottle to enjoy the afternoon to its fullest!
• Our Author's Tea for parents is going to be on Tuesday, June 10 from 9:15-10:15 in the All Purpose Room.  Hope you can join us to celebrate all of hard work!!!!

Vacation Budget Project

For our last homework project of the year, students will plan a family vacation and develop a budget for the trip. This project supports our Social Studies (economics) and math (problem solving) curriculum and is a great way for students to practice some real-life skills.  Talk to your child about how you plan for family expenses tonight.

Here is my post from last year with helpful hints and great websites to use!

Please look over the project with your child and sign the parent letter tonight!