Science
Butterfly Photos
Last Week, Divisions 7 & 8 went out on a neighbourhood walk with our butterfly ‘viewers’ (thanks to Div. 7 for making those!). In mixed grade groups we went to look for some interesting patterns and symmetry. The groups had a digital camera and at least 1 viewer and were tasked to work together to … Continue reading
Symmetry
What is symmetry??? In geometry, symmetry is defined as a balanced and proportionate similarity that is found in two halves of an object. It means one-half is the mirror image of the other half. If an object is symmetrical, it means that it is equal on both sides. Yesterday for art we created symmetrical butterflies. Using … Continue reading
Amazing Amaryllis
Since returning from the winter break, we have been growing an Amaryllis in our classroom. We have been tracking it’s progress through non-fiction writing by keeping a log book. This project is an example of how we integrate a variety of subjects. Curricular Competencies and Content: Science “Plants and animals have observable features.” ask simple … Continue reading
Bird Watching
Yesterday for nature school we went bird watching… But you can’t really bird watch without some binoculars–so we each made a pair during art class. Our Materials: 2 toilet paper rolls tape & white glue coloured paper scraps & stickers markers string hole punch We were so happy to finally have a day without … Continue reading
Weeds…
What is a weed??? This week we are going to be working with ‘weeds’ during our outdoor school time. We are going to be doing some fall planting in the garden, and need to identify what to keep and what to get rid of! We have read the story “Dandy” together…you might enjoy the read … Continue reading
Bubble Snake Maker
Are you looking for a fun ADST project? This one combines liquids and gases together! It is super easy–and tons of fun to play with. Materials: bottle scissors * adult supervision is needed elastic band flannel, face cloth, or old sock bubble mixture (store bought is fine–or you can make your own) food colouring (optional) … Continue reading
Shadows
This is our last Games & Choices Challenge of the year: It’s Shadows! Walk around your house/yard…what shadows do you notice? How do they change? What surfaces are they on? Can you create your own shadows? How can you play with the shadows…? Make them longer? Shorter? Coloured? Lighter or darker? Options: Draw your … Continue reading
Light Play
This week’s challenge for Games & Choices time: It’s Light Play! This type of play helps develop the following skills: Story telling (Creative Thinking Skills) Properties of light (Science) Engineering (ADST) Problem Solving (Critical Thinking Skills) Options: Try out some toys to make shadows, use different fabrics, straws, cups or other materials. It’s also a … Continue reading
Fireworks In a Jar
Today we are going to make fireworks in a jar!! Materials: tall glass or jar vegetable oil food colour warm water bowl fork Instructions: Fill your glass/jar 3/4 of the way full with warm water. In a separate bowl, mix 3-4 TBSP. of oil and several drops of different colours of food colouring. Use the … Continue reading
Musical Science
Today you are going to build your own Xylophone!! What is a Xylophone you ask…? Here is a video of a xylophone playing Baby Shark! Materials: 4-6 glass jars or glasses the same size water food colouring (optional) spoon (wooden or metal) Instructions: set up your jars/glasses in a line on a table fill each … Continue reading