And we are back in motion!
Third Grade started the week back with a trip to The Capitol. It was a beautiful day, and we learned a lot about the Capitol Building and the inner workings. One of our favorite activities was seeing the goddess that tops the rotunda up close. We'd love to go back next year (an even year) where we can go into the Senate and House Chambers (they were in session, so we couldn't interrupt!).
We were so excited to get back to Melody's journey! She received a new machine that helps her communicate, and we can see how she has now found a "voice!" We examined some nonfiction text features in an article about elephants. Through all the information, we learned how their skin has amazing properties and how they have adapted to their habitat.
In ELA, we focused on some mechanics and even planned a new expository piece. We are reviewing our sentence structure -- how to combine, revise, and make clear -- our thoughts. Spelling is in full swing as well...each group is learning specific patterns that pertain to us! Finally, we had the opportunity to "talk" to each other...on paper! We are immersed in how to create conversations -- dialogue -- between characters!
SBLC mathematicians have moved from 2-D shapes to 3-D shapes. We've spent the week classifying, naming, and building shapes with materials from our makerspace. Our brains remember well when we problem-solve and use multiple senses in a learning experience. Our 3-D straw sculptures invited lots of fabulous struggles, informative mistakes, and collaboration. Thanks for all of your generous supply donations and enjoy some pictures from our first round of construction.
In science, we wrapped up our geology study by classifying and identify common rocks. We reviewed the physical properties and enjoyed lots of productive disagreement as we explained the evidence for our classifications. We also discussed all of the gorgeous spring wildflowers we've noticed and started our botany unit by exploring the purpose of flowers as part of the plant life cycle. It was helpful to create models of a flower that included structures like the "sticky stigma" and the pollen dusters, or anthers. All of us developed a deeper understanding of pollination and the week ended with a fun, informative song about bluebonnets.
Have a great weekend!
Jen and Jewellyn
Third Grade started the week back with a trip to The Capitol. It was a beautiful day, and we learned a lot about the Capitol Building and the inner workings. One of our favorite activities was seeing the goddess that tops the rotunda up close. We'd love to go back next year (an even year) where we can go into the Senate and House Chambers (they were in session, so we couldn't interrupt!).
We were so excited to get back to Melody's journey! She received a new machine that helps her communicate, and we can see how she has now found a "voice!" We examined some nonfiction text features in an article about elephants. Through all the information, we learned how their skin has amazing properties and how they have adapted to their habitat.
In ELA, we focused on some mechanics and even planned a new expository piece. We are reviewing our sentence structure -- how to combine, revise, and make clear -- our thoughts. Spelling is in full swing as well...each group is learning specific patterns that pertain to us! Finally, we had the opportunity to "talk" to each other...on paper! We are immersed in how to create conversations -- dialogue -- between characters!
SBLC mathematicians have moved from 2-D shapes to 3-D shapes. We've spent the week classifying, naming, and building shapes with materials from our makerspace. Our brains remember well when we problem-solve and use multiple senses in a learning experience. Our 3-D straw sculptures invited lots of fabulous struggles, informative mistakes, and collaboration. Thanks for all of your generous supply donations and enjoy some pictures from our first round of construction.
In science, we wrapped up our geology study by classifying and identify common rocks. We reviewed the physical properties and enjoyed lots of productive disagreement as we explained the evidence for our classifications. We also discussed all of the gorgeous spring wildflowers we've noticed and started our botany unit by exploring the purpose of flowers as part of the plant life cycle. It was helpful to create models of a flower that included structures like the "sticky stigma" and the pollen dusters, or anthers. All of us developed a deeper understanding of pollination and the week ended with a fun, informative song about bluebonnets.
Have a great weekend!
Jen and Jewellyn
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