SCIENCE RALLY- a HIT!

S-C-I-E-N-C-E! :-)

Way to go everyone!!! Even though technology failed us, we still had a successful pep rally. Cheer team (Eddie, Shalena, Julian, Kristen, Sierra, Fernie, Josh), -you rocked it! Our event became a team effort and I really apreciate your enthusiasm to go 'Above and Beyond Expectations'. Your research and written summaries were great; Santino, Sierra, Julian, Cameron, & Jenna from Mrs. VF's class. Kristen's clever play about Newton, played by Josh was also a success. The test tube mascots were EXTREMELY creativeFernie, Adel and Gustavo . We'll have to come up with another reason to use the costumes again.
I'm proud of all you! What a great class we have. Enjoy your weekend!

S-C-I-E-N-C-E

Happy Weekend!

I hope you had a great week, full of learning opportunities. Great job with Math MAP testing. So far, everyone has increased their scores. :-)

I found a link to the show, "Flying Alaska". It's amazing to see how different life is there! 

Next week as we near our Science Pep Rally, is there anyone interested in sharing a quick how to come up with a creative and original idea on the announcements with Mr. McConnell starting on Monday? 
If so, comment below. YAY SCIENCE! 

Tip from 2011 Google Science Fair Finalist    

Daniel: In regards to choosing a project idea,  

"Get the idea from something you are interested in. If you do not really have a passion for your topic, the project will not be much fun. It also helps to know a little about your topic beforehand, so that you are not researching something completely alien to you."

 

Science-time to get to those projects!

All of the hard work we are about to begin with our science fair projects will be incredibly worth it. Take a sneak peek into an incredible opportunity our class will get to participate in soon~ FUN FEST!
Need help? Try Science Buddies What Interests You?
Turtle Cams
More Biology Cams

Happy New YEAR!

2012- new year, new classroom! 

So who celebrates the New Year first?

Ben's Bells!

Julian is going to Ben's Bells to paint charms again Friday 12/30 at 2:30. I will try my best to be there also, but can't promise at this time. I need a baby sitter for Clare. Two year old + paint = disaster!

*****Come if you can!  Thanks Julian*******

Pictures of new classroom coming soon! :-) 

New classroom update:

Expect it to be MUCH smaller and a bit crowded. Things will be different, but it will be okay. We'll work together to make Tuesday a smooth transition back to learning. :-) 

                   Science

How's your project idea coming along? 

Science Buddies are here to help!

Precious Evie

Evie is 42.5 cm curved carapace length. She had been feeding on spider crabs which is the main food item of Kemp's ridleys in Pine Island Sound, Florida. Evie's tag is sponsored by Christopher, Jeannie and Mrs Smith's class! Thank you fifth graders for such a generous, unique and selfless surprise! We will have a ton of fun tracking this big guy on his journey through recovery and the big wide open sea.

** *NEW CLASSROOM MOVE***

Interested in helping me move this weekend? I hope to be there Sat., Sunday and Monday after 1:00 pm. Have your parents Email me as soon as possible at kesmith@amphi.com and leave your phone numbers. I didn't have time to contact everyone yesterday and bring your phone numbers with me. E-mailing me will help a lot and save me time today. THANKS EVERYONE!!!!     :-)

Bear Essential New for Kids

Tonight, more of our class represented Walker School in hopes to get articles published. I am VERY proud of all of you who wish to go above and beyond, exceeding the fifth grade expectations daily. What and incredible opportunity you have before you! Great job, I know I am looking forward to next month's newspaper! Woo Hoo!
Happy Holidays EVERYONE!!!!
Interested in participating?

Conservation Efforts

 Our BEAUTIFUL Earth!

• Polar Bears if you scroll down, there is a fantastic video explaining the science behind tracking polar bears.
• Sea Turtles-Track a turtle, Adopt a turtle
• Need a unique gift for someone? Sponsor an endangered creature!
• Adopt a sea turtle

HAPPY DECEMBER!!!!

         12/2/11 Reading/Science focus on MARS  

         Science Presentations

 in progress-Dioramas look AWESOME! 

This weekend: Guide your scientific thinking. 

Check these links out:

1. SARCEF
2. Google online science fair! COOL!!

3. Our friend NEWTON!
4. See a very cool sample of a science experiment
5. Love the i-pad? Want to create your own game? THINKERS!
**********More Math Practice
Monday-Deep focus on Reading Log & Organization for writing**********

Hope to see you tonight!

Bear Essential News Reporters
Great job everyone who is currently challenging themselves!
*Reading to learn and then writing about it is tough, but worth it!
Please comment below to nominate:
Peace Buliders/Ben's Bell Kindness Charms

11/14/11

Happy Monday!!!
Science News, Kids
What is a computer programer?
Check out a new program developed by MIT called, SCRATCH
Save the World Challenge!
Math-Tesselations & Other reccomended links