In math, we have just completed a unit on patterning and have started investigating 3-D solids.
In language, the students have been learning to write procedures, including documenting how they made balloon rockets. Also, they have been writing narratives and discussing the features of this text type.
After the March Break we will be reading about Chris Hadfield, the International Space Station and space. The students are very excited with the topics of rockets and space travel, so we will be following their interests. Through a variety of media (news articles, videos, etc.), students will learn more about what goes on out of the earth's atmosphere. In Science, students will further investigate forces (grade 3) and how they act on humans in space. We will also tie in Light and Sound explorations (grade 4) during our space investigation.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Friday, March 8th
On Friday during our language centres block, students will have the opportunity to select an activity of their choosing. They may bring electronic devices to class on this day should they wish to use them during this time.
Balloon rockets
Today the students investigated forces while constructing and "launching" balloon rockets. Local scientist, John Wills, lent his expertise to help the students better understand forces and the laws of motion. They greatly enjoyed the activity and were very successful.
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