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May 25th
To wrap up small group we looked at some pictures and talked about all the activities we did in the past weeks. The children shared what they remembered from the conservatory field trip. We prepared for our culminating painting by thinking of different kinds of plants we could paint. We also checked on our experiment and noticed that the bean seed in soil was growing.
May 26th
For our last day of small group the children worked together to make a large painting. The children looked at some pictures from the Como Conservatory before beginning to paint. Mu. mentioned that the painting could be a greenhouse with different kinds of plants inside. While painting the children talked about what kind of plant they were painting and pointed to the different parts of their plant. To end our small group we checked our experiment and came to the conclusion that seeds need soil, water, and sunlight to grow because the only seed that started to sprout was in soil. The children also pointed out that water alone can change seeds, because the seeds in water were getting bigger and loosing their seed coats, but they were not sprouting.
May 18-19
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May 11-12
May 11th - Today we thought about the steps involved in growing a bean plant. The children worked together to physically sequence pictures showing the steps. We then put together a song about growing a plant. The children offered their suggestions of movements and actions we could use for the song. At the end the season the group checked on the seeds they planted the week before. They noticed that the seed in water was getting bigger. They also took turns watering the seeds.
May 12th - We started our small group by looking at a plant that had grown from another plant. Part of the original plant was cut off and placed in water to grow a new plant. We examined the roots on the plant and discussed how it was possible for a plant to grow without a seed. By closely examining the plant the children did a drawing of the plant's roots. Next we went on a plant search outdoors. The children were given a guide of plants to look for when we walked outside. In addition to talking about the plants on the guide we discussed other plants we encountered as well. We looked closely at grass and debated whether or not grass was a plant. After deciding what qualifies as a plant the children came to the conclusion that grass is indeed a plant. To end our session we once again checked on our seed experiment. There were not any changes from the day before.
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February 2-3
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Amy's Science Small Group - Volcanoes
November 24
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Amy's Science Small Group - Science Lab Field Trip
November 18
Amy's Science Small Group - Snow
November 17
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Amy's Science Small Group - Magnets
November 10-11
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Amy's Science Small Group - Water
November 3-4
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Amy's Science Small Group
October 27-28
On our first day we met to find out what science topics the children are interested in by looking at a few pages in a children's science encyclopedia as well as a book of simple experiments to get some ideas. We looked at the photos and read a little about plants, insects, water, and volcanoes. The children were enthusiastic to get started and curious about what we will see happen! Each student then drew a picture of a topic they want to look into further through experimentation, and they shared their pictures with one another. Topics they shared were leaves, water, and learning about the lava inside of volcanoes.
On our second day together we met to introduce and explore a variety of tools scientists use and tools we might be using during our experiments. This included looking through magnifying glasses and a microscope, using magnets, and learning how to use a pipette in water. We also discussed the scientific concepts of predicting, observing, and recording, which we will focus on during our experiments in the next few weeks.
Amy's Science Small Group
We are excited to have started our small groups! Our topic is science and we will be focusing on inquiry based science experiments and the concepts of predicting, observing, and recording. We've discussed a variety of topics and tools, and will be diving into experiments this week beginning with the topic of water. The children have shown interest in a variety of topics and the experiments will follow these interests. We will meet every Wednesday and Thursday, introducing the topic through stories or demonstration followed by making predictions and hands on experimenting on Wednesdays. Thursdays we will meet to finish up the experiment if necessary, and follow up with recording what happened in journals and discussing their findings. The experiments will allow the children to individually use the tools and materials, while also fostering collaboration and sharing ideas. After their hands on experiences, I am hoping to visit a science laboratory on campus to look further into the subject of science while seeing the concepts they've been using in action in a lab. Please visit the small group tab on our class webpage for weekly updates and photos!
Lindsay's Fall Harvest Small Group
In our small group, Fall Harvest, we have been learning about pumpkins and other fall vegetables. Students will continue to work with and learn about pumpkins. We will be doing many fun, math, science, and art activities with pumpkins. We will be weighing, measuring, rolling, and floating pumpkins, along with other fruits and vegetables. We will also be doing art projects and other fun activities. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask either Lisa or me.
Lisa's Animal Small Group
We have a very active group of children who are energetic about our topic, animals! We will be learning about the animals that live inside and outside our school, what they eat, where they live, and what they'll do once winter comes. The children are also excited to explore other animals as well (crocodiles and cheetahs are of specific interest), so we will broaden our scope to include additional animals of curiosity. Along with nature walks and reading stories, our discoveries will also include exploring animals through songs, art, and creative expression. We will have a few guest teachers lined up to participate with our group, and we're hoping to visit the Bell Museum as a culminating event towards the end of the session. The children are very excited to begin. Please be sure to check out weekly updates on our webpage!
