FIRST GRADE GEOLOGY

Room 117 is well on its way to completing an investigation of earth materials.  Students explored a river rock mixture containing materials of different sizes, and learned to separate and group the rocks based on particle size by using tools (screens). There was also a discussion about concrete and gravel.  This will lead to an experiment with water that produces a fine layer of sand called, silt.  The class will also work with even smaller particles … clay.

Our focus will continue to be the Science Thinking Processes of …

Observing, Communicating, Comparing, and Organizing  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR BOOK FAIR IS COMING

St. Charles Elementary School is excited about our upcoming Book Fair. An amazing selection of books is headed our way! At the Book Fair you will find the latest and finest titles for students and families. Mark your calendar for Our Family Reading where the whole family can join in the fun. And, you can contribute books to your child’s classroom library. Our Book Fair is a great way to get excited about reading. See you there!

Mrs. Cabaya & Mrs. Hansen

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Library Link:

http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/cptoolkit/homepage.do?method=homepage&url=stcharleselem