Science
Mysteries solved!
First grade scientists observed these objects several weeks ago and most thought they were seeds or crumbs. Now, however, they know differently: those tiny objects were eggs!
These are the silk worms that emerged from the eggs:
The mystery of the mealworm pupae has also been solved, as darkling beetles emerged.
As they watched, students recorded their observations as well as their questions. Take a look at their thinking!
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Scientists at work
What is small enough to fit in your hand, can crawl, and likes to hide in oatmeal? Mealworms, of course!
First grade scientists began their study of insects by observing mealworms. Over the next few weeks, students will continue to watch these creatures closely and will record their observations in their science journals.
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What in the world…
What are those tiny things?
First grade scientists are trying to find an answer to that question! They began by carefully observing the objects and then recording their observations in science journals. Finally, they made predictions about the identity of the mystery objects. Are your predictions at all similar?
(Psst…if you know what these things are, please keep that information a secret!)
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On a roll
Students used tubes, marbles, and tape–lots of tape!–to turn Room 123 into an amusement park.
First grade scientists worked in self-selected groups to complete this challenge: create a roller coaster that has at least one loop-de-loop. To accomplish this task, they had to use their earlier science learning as well as their cooperative learning skills. Take a look at how they rose to this challenge!
Moving right along
Scientists in Room 123 focused on movement this week, both spinning and rolling. After each experiment, students created detailed drawings and diagrams to document what they had done. Then, they took time to reflect and record what they learned from those experiments.
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Finding the right balance
First grade scientists began a new science unit this week: Balance and Motion. They started by exploring how to balance an object–a tagboard crayfish. Most students found this task to be trickier than they expected! Then they discovered that adding weights can make balancing easier. Finally, they applied what they learned so they could balance other objects. Take a look at the process:
Exploring air
First grade scientists have begun their first unit of study: air. First, they used everyday objects to explore what air is and how air acts. Then, they took time to think about and share what they learned from their experiments.
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Transfer
Taking skills and strategies learned in one area and applying them in another is challenging. Lots of practice is needed to achieve this transfer of learning. That’s what students in Room 123 were doing this week.
First grade readers have begun learning to organize important pieces of information on a topic into a coherent whole. This week, they applied this strategy during science. Students first reviewed their notes on mealworms, which they have taken over the last month. Then, they worked in pairs to summarize their learning on posters.
Take a look as students practice this important strategy:
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