- We had a great trip to the Huyck Preserve! Students caught crayfish from a creek, and marked them all with nail polish. They also tallied the number of invasive crayfish they caught from one section of the creek. During the afternoon, a Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialist visited and taught us about the animals she rescued. We were able to see several animals, and learn about how they were injured. Please check out the photos below!
- In social studies, we have started to learn about the Industrial Revolution. The class started a new literature circle for either The Diary of Angela, or The Diary of Finn Reardon. Students will meet in their literature circle groups twice a week , and will each complete 2 different tasks a week.
- In math, we have been studying measurement, and have recently started working in our bridge groups. In groups, students have to build a bridge on a budget. They learn how to write purchase orders, checks, and balance a checkbook. The bridges will be built from toothpicks. At the end of the project, we will test the strength of the bridges with weights.
- We have also been reviewing for our NYS science test, which will be on June 1st. The practicum will me on May 26th.
- Have a great weekend!
Happy Spring! I hope you are all enjoying this beautiful weather! Here's what we have been up to in room 306:
- We finished up Hoot a few weeks ago, and celebrated with our pancake breakfast. We will be starting a new literature circle next week. We are all very happy that state tests are done in ELA and Math, and the students enjoyed their morning breakfasts. Thank you to all who contributed!
- Students have been working to make a movie trailer about the myth that they are researching on the iPads. We have been working in class and during library time. The trailers are coming out great!
- In math, we are working with units of measurement. The class was able to circle through stations last week.
- In science, we are just beginning a unit on simple machines. The class will learn what simple machines are, and how they work. Students will also build simple machines. 2 weeks ago, we dissected owl pellets in lab. Here are some photos:
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- Tilly and Nelly were mystery readers. We were very excited to have them in class!
- The class tried fennel during our Good Eats presentation. You can tell by their reactions how they liked it : )
- Mr. Gilker has been in twice for Junior Achievement. The class has been learning about how to start up a business. We are very thankful that Mr. Gilker has dedicated so much time to us!
