Category Archives: Math/Science Links

Seed Scavenger Hunt

I’ve encouraged the students to go on a “Seed Scavenger Hunt” and bring back their findings in a little baggie by Tuesday, May 21.  They might freely explore their yard or go on a walk and get a close up look … Continue reading

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Math Homework

Please help with one final push to learn our SUBTRACTION FACTS fluently within 10!  Remember to use your dry erase practice sheet in your blue folder.  Extra copies: Subtraction Within Ten [A-D]Strategies we are using in class: Facts Within 10 Homework NoteThanks … Continue reading

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Moon Journal

Your child will be given a “Moon Journal” to keep in their blue folders from March 25-April 26, so they will be able to observe the moon either during recess or at home and draw an accurate picture of the … Continue reading

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Family PicturesDear Parents,In the next science unit, your child will be exploring with Mrs. Vella the similarities and differences in characteristics when comparing offspring to parents and siblings to siblings.  This is especially fun for the students if they can … Continue reading

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Total Lunar Eclipse

We are excited about the total lunar eclipse this coming Sunday, Jan. 20th. We learned why the moon appears red during the eclipse on Mystery Doug.  I’m hoping for a clear sky to see it when it reaches a total eclipse … Continue reading

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Mad Scientist/Art Club

Our first grade Mad Scientist/Art Club is about to begin! Club will meet from 3:00-3:45 on the following Mondays: Oct. 29, Nov. 5, Nov. 12, Nov. 26, Dec. 3 and Dec. 10.  Pick up near the front doors of Q1 is at … Continue reading

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Doubles!

In the next few days, our math includes “DOUBLES” problems.  Here is our doubles rap and doubles “pictures” we are starting to learn.  Use these to help start memorizing your doubles!Here’s how we’re making mental pictures of our doubles2 + … Continue reading

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September STEM Challenge

Which column shape can hold the most weight: a triangle, circle or square?  Our 1st graders can tell you!

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Soil in a Jar Experiment

Look at these super scientists and their great observation skills!  Students sorted soil into different categories.  They found small rocks, dirt and lots of organic matter like worms, grass and roots.  We also discovered that the minerals in soil will separate … Continue reading

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We Love STEM Centers!

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