This week Brufftopians are investigating Earth’s materials. They have learned Earth’s materials include rocks, water, sand, decayed plants, gold, and salt. During the most recent science lesson, Brufftopians entered small groups to feel, smell, and test 7 different minerals.
Working together is essential to success this school year. Students have begun to “buy in” with the idea of team work. They have found other students think at a different pace and some students tackle problems in different ways. Once any number of students begin working together, large tasks seem to become …
Thank you chaperones. As I mentioned to you all at the end of the field trip, you are all saints. We really appreciated you taking the time out of your day to join us on the field trip. Many of you shared laughs, learning and near falls into mud.
The students have become experts at handling the crayfish. Some of the students have even named the crayfish since they’ve been in our class for such a long time. Please ask you child what they’ve learned about the crayfish in science? Be sure your child goes deeper than, “Jaw feet.” …
