In science, we are learning about heat. The students conducted an experiment outdoors with chocolate, butter, and an ice cube. As scientists, we drew pictures of the experiment, observed the changes, and drew more pictures. While we were waiting for the heat to change our items, we toured the butterfly garden observing signs of Spring and new plant growth. Violets and Johnny Jump Ups were blooming. We used our sense of smell and touch to observe the flowers.
In math, we are working on place value. We played a game with partners as we learned to read and make different multi-digits numbers using our place value flip chart.
In reading, we read about music from the Stone Age. Did you know that 9,000 year old flutes were found in China and one could even still be played? One of our stories mentioned that two elephants painted a picture. We thought it would be a "scribble" painting but when we looked up "Elephants that paint" it took us to a site where we could watch the elephants paint! It was amazing! I will try to put in on the blog for you to see.
Today we tried the art of basket weaving. We'll let you know how it goes!