STEM DAY ACTIVITY

Our first STEM Day was a success. Students were asked to build a structure that would withstand both low and high winds. We had an amazing parent guest speaker who spoke to us about how he builds bridges and what makes them strong enough to withstand high winds. We read a book about skyscrapers to see what other structures we could build. We also read a fiction story about the wind blowing peoples things away! Then we imagined, got in groups and came up with a plan, built our structures, and tested them. We measured our structures and compared them to others.Some groups even got a chance to improve and test again!

Thermometers

This week in the Science Lab was all about thermometers. The students were able to create one that measures heat. We can watch the water travel up as it gets warmer. We practiced reading a thermometer and talked about what kind of weather different temperatures bring. We also read real thermometers and recorded the temperatures of different spots on the playground. Boy was it a not day! It was 80 degrees in the shade this morning! As always, a big thank you to our volunteers!

Book Buddies

Today we got to meet out third grade book buddies for the first time! We introduced ourselves and filled out a book together so we can get to know each other. We are hoping to meet with our buddies once a month to work on projects and reading.

Science Lab

Today was out first visit to the Science Lab. We reviewed rules and demonstrated how to stay safe in the Lab. We also created STEM Spinners. we had so much fun testing them out and watching them twirl.

Tent for a Bear Challenge

Today the students were asked to create a tent that would protect their bear and that their bear could fit in. Students choose their own groups and their materials. They discussed their plan and design, gathered materials, and built. They shared their tents with the class. The students had so much fun and practiced working together and getting to know each other.