Temperature

The mathematicians have been extending their knowledge of measurement by using thermometers to read the temperature of various containers of water. One container was filled with water in its solid form (ice), another was warmed in the microwave, and the last container was luke warm water taken from the sink.
The students and I discussed the definition of temperature- how hot or how cold something is. We learned about the two ways to record temperature- in degrees Celcius and degrees Farenheit. Then we worked in groups to read the thermometers. Good work!

Mr. McAllister visits 6D!

Mr. McAllister visited 6D a few weeks ago. He read us FANCY NANCY AND THE POSH PUPPY and WHAT A BIG TODDLA! We enjoyed this time with you (and your Maine accent!). Come back for a visit anytime!

Anacondas!

6D has been learning about anacondas, a snake which can be found in the Amazon Rainforest in South America. It took us several days to paint our snakes and decorate each with pom poms and googly eyes. They each look a little bit different! 6D is also hard at work practicing their lines for the geography play later this month. Nice job, 6D!

Measurement

The mathematicians have been learning the following measuring words in math: inches, feet, and yards. For this project we used big paper to draw an outline of a math friend. We were sure to carefully trace with a pencil. Then we used a ruler to measure the following areas on their body: their smile, foot, ankle, pinky finger, hand, nose, and their ear. Once the measurements were taken, the friend wrote each measurement on their body outline. It was fun working in partners and learning about our friends!

Bubble Party

Our favorite student teacher, Miss Starapoli, said goodbye to 6D a few weeks ago. She had been visiting every Thursday morning. She brought in a special treat for every student as a farewell gift- bubbles! The weather was so beautiful so we decided to go outside and have a bubble party! Some comments made at this time by some 6D friends were:
"Bubbles make you happy."
"Blowing bubbles is the best part of this day!"
"You can't blow bubbles and be sad at the same time."
What a treat! Thank you, Miss Starapoli! We hope you have a great summer!

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

The Pilot and 6th Age classes visited the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at the Meyerhoff in Baltimore for a fabulous production at the end of April. The students enjoyed listening to a variety of songs and learning about the orchestra and instruments. Thank you, Calvert, for a wonderful morning!

Star of the Week!

Our last Star of the Week loves to play soccer. She likes to swim, and may be taking horseback riding lessons! She has two sisters who go to school with her. She is the youngest in her family but has lots of baby cousins. Her favorite color is pink and her favorite season is winter. Thank you, Star of the Week!