8-24-11

Wow, today flew by! We have so much to do and so little time! We got our new vocabulary words today. The test will be next Friday. They are written in the back of the reading notebook. They are also posted on the wiki. The link to the wiki is on the right side of the blog page.

In science we are learning about the characteristics of a scientist. We did 2 small experiments today. Tons of fun! I think I'll like teaching science!!

Homework today:
Reading log- read 20 minutes each night and fill out the reading log. A parent signature is required to get credit!

Writing- they wrote "most important things" in their planners today, but we didn't get to it. I told them to cross it out, but in case they forgot....

I sent the following note home with the kids today regarding science equipment that we need. Thanks in advance!

Dear fifth grade parents,
I will be teaching your child science this year. In order to help them learn, I will be doing MANY experiments. In order to do these I am looking for a hand in finding supplies. If you have any of these things readily available at home, and if you are willing to part with them, please send them to school whenever you can. I do not want you to go out and buy things. Just look around the house and see if you have extras! Thank you so much for your help.
Your partner in education,
Mrs. Haugen
* Cupcake liners * tin cake or pie pans
*funnel * sand (a bucket full)
* bendable straws * small glass aquarium
* various types of rock * sandpaper of various grit
* measuring spoons/ cups * egg cartons
* clear plastic cups * small paper cups
*toothpicks * playdough or clay
*rock salt * ice cream bucket with lids
*goggles or safety glasses * notebooks with lined paper
*paper towels *white vinegar
*cooking oil * baby food jars
* stop watch * craft sticks or plastic spoons