Today, we learned about Solar Energy. We talked about how solar power is being used more and more to heat water in homes and business. In this discussion, I told the kids that I would ask you to show your child your water heater at home. It looks similar to a solar one, so I wanted them to see what it looked like. If you do show them, please write SOLAR in the planner for $20 tomorrow. We read a great story about an evil king that made his village mine for coal. This polluted the air (the burning of it for heat) and all the animals were getting sick, and the sun had gone away. When the main character chases her cat out of the village, she discovers that the King has a palace covered with solar mirrors that are heating his house without creating pollution. NO FAIR!!!! The king's nephew finally saves the day by teaching the villagers how to capture the sun's heat using passive and active ways. Can your child tell you the two examples of those terms that the villagers tried? I bet they can!!!
We took our Ch. 6 Social Studies test today. It was open book and they had the choice to work alone or with a partner. Those that did not finish, need to come in before school tomorrow and finish up instead of doing the morning walk. They know who they are. Thanks.
The states and capital's test for the SE region is this Friday. Kids need to match the capitals to the correct state, and be able to locate each state on the map. I would care to bet my farm that there will also be a couple NE states on there as a review. HINT HINT!
This morning Mrs. Neese did a Counseling lesson on bullying. She read a great book about accepting others even when they are different. They had a great discussion about not having to like everyone, but you do need to respect them. It was a great lesson!
The pictures above are from our after school fitness club. It meets every Tuesday and Thursday. I went in today to see what it was all about. Can I just say...holy buckets fantastic! Mr. Putuit had about 50 kids going in all different directions doing all different things. There is no doubt why your kiddo leaves there sweaty and feeling great. I almost wanted to jump in and join them. Kids were hurdling over, crawling under, doing pushups, rope swinging, crab-walking, jump and jacking, army crawling, jumping through hoops, and so much more. AND all of this was done to some super pumped up and inspirational music. Every single kid was on task and involved. What a wonderful high five to our PE teacher, Mr. Putuit. Well done!!!!! If your child would like to join, it is not too late. All they need is a permission slip from him signed and returned by this Thursday. Super easy, and what a great way to exercise twice a week!
Have a fantastic night!
