Oct 21-25

In Social we have been learning about communities in the past.  Students are learning how stories of the past connect individuals and communities to the present.
Students are exploring:
* What is a community?
* In what ways has our community changed over time (e.g., changes in transportation, land use)?

*What has caused changes in our community?
*How has the population of our community changed over time (e.g. ethnic mix, age, occupations)?
*How have the people who live in the community contributed to change in the community?

In Science we started a new unit - Exploring Liquids.  This week we investigated with our senses - looking, touching, smelling, listening to water. We also talked about how in the real world water can take on different characteristics. Ocean water is salty. Waterfalls create a sound. Muddy water you can't see through. 

Recognize and describe characteristics of liquids: 
*Recognize and describe liquid flow
*Describe the surface of calm water

We have been working on our drawing ability.  Art for Kids Hub on youtube offers great tutorials and step by step instructions in creating a number of different pictures. Our first project was a seasonal pumpkin.

In literacy we brainstormed all our ideas about FALL using our 5 senses in a mind map. We then turned it into an information brochure.

Thanks to all of those that were able to attend the Halloween dance. Just a reminder that on October 31we can wear orange & black (no costumes).