Poetry Rocks!

We wrapped up our poetry unit with an awesome author's chair. Students will bring home their incredible collection of poems for you to read next week. Be sure to check out their 6-word poems, list poems, simile poems and repeated line poems. You going to love them! Frames may be in order!

Nearby Nature: Honey Bees

This month we had a sweet treat while learning about the amazing life of bees! We learned about the different jobs bees have to make a hive function. We all agreed that the girl bees get the raw end of the deal! 😊  Ask your child to demonstrate the 'bee dance' for you!

Exploring Area with Geoboards

During our geometry unit, students explored area using a variety models. Geoboards are a great tool for students to manipulate area, observe symmetry and solidify their understanding of 2-dimensional shapes.

Shelburne Farms

The weather shortened our visit, but we still had fun and learned a lot! Students explored the concept of erosion learning how weather, movement and deposition work to change the earth in both fast and slow ways. Everyone engineered and tested a retaining wall designed to hold runoff out of their "lake".

Poetry Slam!

Performing poetry for two voices!

Geometry Fun!

Last Shape In Wins!  A favorite game in math class!

Nearby Nature: Beavers and Muskrats

Do you know the difference between a muskrat and a beaver? Your child does! We had a great time exploring skulls of these two unique creatures and practicing what it takes to be a good beaver!