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<\/a>It’s been a great conclusion to a wonderful week! We started off by analyzing an experiment that did not go as planned. We were attempting to re-create the water cycle; however, it did not turn out the way we predicted.  The students had a chance to problem solve, identify what the contributing factors were and decide how we should adjust the experiment in order to get a different outcome. Today, we observed that outcome, and the students identified the different components and compared each step. They had several good follow up questions and experiments that I am excited to test out next week!<\/div>\n
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The students also performed a simple reader’s theater on the water cycle, and I will share that with you later since it is too large to fit on this page.  Stay tuned!<\/span><\/div>\n

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A huge shout out to Mrs.Tamadon for sharing the caterpillars with our class. She included a few diagram sheets as well as an informational book that has been vastly helpful for all the students! They have thoroughly enjoyed observing the<\/span> changes.<\/span><\/div>\n

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I L<\/span><\/span>OVE <\/span>hearing their discussions. Today, a group was surrounding the caterpillars and making observations when one student discovered a new caterpillar! We had been watching an egg, and it hatched! It has been an incredibly educational and authentic experience that has truly excited the students and me!<\/div>\n
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We also have begun brainstorming for our first major writing assignment… a personal narrative. The students have picked a topic, and they are working on the pre writing stage. They have such interesting stories to share and it is beautiful to watch their stories unfold.<\/span><\/p>\n
I hope you enjoy your weekend, and I am looking forward to  seeing  everyone <\/span>on Monday<\/span><\/span>!<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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