Sound in Science

Several weeks ago we finished a science unit on sound.  We learned about pitch and how to change the pitch of different objects.  We created 'reed' (straw) instruments and explored pitch.  This was a fun noisy unit! I have a great video of our instrument lesson but am having difficulty getting it to load to the blog:( 

JA in a Day

Our JA in a Day was a fantastic learning experience. I would like to thank Derek Scott for volunteering his time and spending the day with us.  The kids really enjoyed working with him all day.  They learned about communities through a variety of activities. Below are some pictures.  

So Many Reminders

We went over so many reminders this morning.  Your kids kept asking me how they are suppose to remember all of these things.  I told them I would send a blog post with reminders.  So here you go:) 

All Box tops are due tomorrow!  We are trying to win the party.  

Our 6 Flags Reading forms are due tomorrow.  Each teacher set their own deadline so other Claymont kids might have a different due date.  

Tomorrow is our Valentine's Day Party.  Please send a box to decorate at school and Valentines if your child would like to pass them out.  

Our Valentine book mobiles are due tomorrow too. They are looking great! 

I think that is all.  Thank you! If you have any questions please don't hesitate to e-mail or call me. Thanks! 

Reading

Did you know there are many different ways to sit, lay or stretch out while reading?  Well check out these readers!  

Service Learning Organizations

Since Winter Break the students have been learning about a few different Service Organizations.  In partnerships or small groups they picked an organization, researched, created a poster and then presented their posters.  See below to learn about The American Red Cross, ASPCA, UNICEF and Habitat for Humanity.  We learned so much!