Useful Links!

Raz-Kids

code.org

Go Noodle

ABCYa

Coding!

These second graders are getting a head start on their coding skills for next year! Code.org is a great site for the kids to dip their toes into the waters of the coding world. I tell you what, the capabilities of these students are endless. Such smarties!!

3-D Shapes!

Today we had a blast making 3-D shapes! I gave the students clues (the attributes of a shape) and they had to create it using toothpicks and play-doh. It was hard but the kids did a great job and persevered! Round of applause to these smartie pants! 

Research!

Wow! Yesterday we began working on how to do research, and today these kids are showing off their skills in the computer lab! We are using Google Jr which is very kid friendly. The kids are enjoying learning all about Germany! In Social Studies we are learning about different kinds of cultures and tying it into our research lessons in Reading, which then allows us to use Computer Lab time to conduct our research. It's awesome! 

Summarizing!

Working on summarizing this week! Real world example- a summary on the back of a book can help you decide if it is a book you'd want to read!

Phases of the Moon!

We had such a great time creating the phases of the moon using Oreo cookies. The kids worked really hard and made sure each phase was just right! Check out our video, the kids were excited and proud of their work.  They said it was the most delicious Science lesson we have had all year! Ha ha! 

Bass Hall!

Fun at Bass Hall!

What a great time we had at Bass Hall.  Our wonderful music teacher, Mrs. Hunt,  took us to see Peter and the Wolf. It was a perfect combination of beautiful ballet and wonderful classical music.  The orchestra was phenomenal and the dancers were breath taking.  Many a times I had students turn to me with that excited, mouth wide open, in awe of what they were seeing, look.  (the best look EVER!)  Perfect Friday! 

Below is a video I titled... "If I was the Bird Ballerina..." Enjoy!