Science Unit: Levers & Pulleys

Discussing their hypothesis during our lever experiment.

Testing their hypothesis with their materials.

Teamwork!

We learned about all three classes of levers and that they each need a fulcrum, force, and effort.

Next we learned about pulleys.

We tested different ways to lift a milk jug off the ground with pulleys.

Multiple ideas were tested. Then students recorded and discussed their observations.

Valentine's Day party

 We enjoyed a game of blowing tissue hearts across the room with straws. 

 

 

 

 

 Both teams showed a great amount of teamwork and everyone participated!

 Fun times with friends!

Thank you to our room moms, Mrs. L., Mrs. W., and Mrs. H. 

for their time in organzing our classroom parties this year!

Science Projects

Each 5th grade student will be responsible for completing a science project by the beginning of March. In class, students have identified a problem that they are interested in researching. They are now working on finding facts about their problem and will complete a research paper soon. Students will also be required to complete an experiment relating to the problem they identified. This project will require some work to be completed at home. Please ask your student what they have selected to study for their project. They will need to do an oral presentation at the end of the project, so it will be good practice for them to explain to you what they are studying. There are many pieces to this exciting project . . . more details and specific expectations will come as we get further along in our process.

Holiday Party 2010

The students enjoyed their holiday party, even with the early out the day before and the late start that morning. Snow can't stop our excitement! We enjoyed karaoke, food, and fun together. Hope everyone is now enjoying their winter break!! See you in 2011!!!

Ornaments!

The lunch supervisors made winter ornaments for everyone! We were really excited for the thoughtful gifts.

Thank you--Joni, Ruth, Renee, and Barb!!

Unit 4 Test

I returned the unit 4 test to my math students today. I encourage you and your student to go over the test together. I told the students that we'll continue to work on division since it is a gold standard that they'll need to master this year. The steps that we follow are: divide, multiply, subtract, check, bring down, and then start over again. (The acronym they know is "Does McDonalds sell cheese burgers.") Ask your student why we use this acronym . . . then watch them go through the steps. It does work quite well! Thanks for your help in your student's learning.

Happy Thanksgiving!

I wanted to take this time to wish you all a very happy Thanksgiving! The students have been working very hard this year and I hope they are able to relax and enjoy this time with their family. Be safe if you travel. See you, students, again Monday!