What We Did Duing the First Week of October!

During Language Arts, we learned about Cause and Effect. We learned to look for the key words (like because, so, for, since) to help determine the CAUSE/EFFECT relationship! We are working on showing, rather than telling in our writing. Ask us to share the example of, "I am angry!"

During Math, we worked on variables and expressions. We learned that a variable in math is very similar to a variable in Science!! Ask us to compare and contrast the two for you. We also learned about Order of Operations and how to use it to evaluate expressions. I think it might have been the favorite math lesson of the year, so far!

During Science, we conducted an experiment with paper towels and a balance to observe how liquid water turns into an invisible gas called water vapor in the process of evaporation. We conducted another experiment with location being the independent variable and determined that location did effect the outcome. Ask us about that relationship. At the end of the week, we set up another experiment with surface area as the independent variable. Results to be analyzed next week! Check out the photos to the left.

POWERPOINT PRESENTATIONS OF 5 TRUTHS AND A LIE are due this THURSDAY! Remember, you must print your slides with 3 slides per sheet with lines for notes.