We tested our devices yesterday and THEY ALL WORKED! In fact they worked so well that we doubled the time that we checked the temperature. Some of our devices kept ice cold or hot water warm for 4 hours. Today we had a chance to dissect the different devices to see what made some of them work better than others. We discovered that a closed lid and double walled cup were two things that made a big difference and kept things insulated better. Many groups used their knowledge of how animals insulate for inspiration which really worked, but they realized that drinking out of a cup with fur or feathers could be a little strange. Groups came up with ideas about how they could still use these materials but in a less obvious way (covering them with another material or using less of them).
We also talked today about the 30x30 challenge. This challenge encourages us to get outside and in nature for 30 minutes everyday. This can help improve attention, focus and memory by 20%! It also helps us appreciate our environment, decreases stress, and improves immunity. We have many different ideas for what to do on these days but would welcome any ideas you have! Please check the weather each day and ensure students are dressed to be outside! We will post our pictures as we do this.
Tomorrow is Bike to Work day! I am planning on biking to work and told any students that are allowed to bike that they are welcome to bike to school too! We talked about how this isn't possible for everyone and they can only do it if it something their family is comfortable with or their family would like to do with them. If this is something you do decide to do, please ensure your child has a lock for their bike!
In writing, we have been learning about complete sentences, incomplete sentences, and run on sentences. We are learning to identify each and fix them to make our writing clearer. Today we read different sentences and sorted them according to each type. Tomorrow we will be using them and fixing them.
Coming up:
May 12 - Western Pancake Breakfast
May 17 - Popcorn Day
May 18 - Assembly
May 19 - PD Day - No School
May 22 - Victoria Day - No School
