Science, Science, Science!

Made by John

 Yesterday we had a visit from "Professor John" who teaches science at St. Michaels College. He taught us about states of matter. We learned about solids, liquids and gasses.We learned that a solid sits still, a liquid pours and a gas floats above ground. We did an experiment that showed us that air has weight.  The desserts on this week's homework menu are science experiments that relate to what we learned from Professor John.

Today we had Hands On Nature and learned about "Pebbles and Rocks". We learned that Igneous rocks, such as granite, are formed from fire. Sedimentary rocks such as limestone, are formed by sediment being pressed and formed in layers. We also learned that Metamorphic rocks, such as marble, are formed by pressure and heat. These are the three ways rocks are formed.  We went outside and searched for different kinds of rocks and played a game.  We also did several activities inside that taught us more about rocks.  It was a fun morning of learning.  Many thanks to our Hands On Science volunteers for another terrific experience with science!

Just a quick reminder that our Craft Fair work day is this Saturday from 9-12. Please check the Adventurers website and go to "Craft Fair Wish List" to see if there are any items you can donate for the Craft Fair. We were also notified today that we were chosen to do the food booth. Please send me an email if you are interested in helping out with the food booth.

I look forward to meeting with everyone next week to celebrate your child's progress this year.  All of your children have been working very hard this first trimester and have many accomplishments to be proud of!