Sink Versus Float

We have been learning about sorting in math. There are multiple ways to sort an object, including by color, shape or size. We performed an experiment this week where we sorted objects based on whether they floated or sunk when placed in a container of water. Some items we used were:
an uncooked lima bean
a rubberband
a washer
a wooden craftstick
a toy car
a rubber dice
a marble
We had fun working together and guestimating which items would sink and which would float. Nice teamwork, mathematicians!

A mathematician recording the items: F stands for Float, S stands for Sink.

Bird Feeder

We made bird feeders this week in 6D. We used the following materials:
1) 1 piece of bread
2) assorted cookie cutters
3) bird seed
4) an egg white and paintbrush
5) a pencil
6) ribbon for hanging
We began by cutting a cookie cutter shape into a piece of bread. Once punched through the cutter, we used a pencil to create a hole through the middle. A ribbon was placed through the hole and tied off. We painted egg white onto the top of the bread, and then sprinkled on a bit of bird seed. We made sure to press the bird seed into the bread. We left the bread out for a day- it hardened and the bird seed adhered to the top.
There are many fabulous places you can hang your bird feeder, including a tree in your yard at home. Send me any photos of your bird feeder at your house and I will post them to the blog!

Mrs. Whitman

Mrs. Whitman visited 6D this week and talked about germs. She gave us important tips to stay healthy throughout the year, including:
1.) Coughing into the bend of our elbow instead of our hands. (It is easier to spread germs through our hands)
2.) Washing our hands with soap and water. Sing the "Happy Birthday" song when you wash your hands to make sure they are thoroughly cleaned.
3.) When drinking water from a water fountain, keep your mouth and lips away from the metal part of the fountain- lots of germs hang out here!

Thanks for visiting, Mrs. Whitman, and thanks for the healthy tips!

Dr. Martire visits 6D

Dr. Martire read to 6D this week. We enjoyed hearing the story about trying new foods. Dr. Martire challenged 6D to try one new food per week in the cafeteria during lunch or snack time. Some friends already took him up on the challenge- congratulations! Keep up the good work!

Something Yellow

This week's sharing was something yellow. Here are a few cute photos of a yellow lacrosse helmet and yellow stuffed animal.

9th Age Collaboration

During the 2010-2011 school year, 6D will be visiting with Miss Preston's 9th Age girl's class. Yesterday we met in 9A for the first time- we were looking forward to this all day! Once we arrived, we were paired up with a 9A girl and took a tour of their classroom. We are already anticipating our next group activity with 9th Age.

The Skin You Live In

I read the story THE SKIN YOU LIVE IN, a wonderful children's book. Take a look at this class picture of all of 6D's beautiful skin tones. What a lovely variety!