Rocket Balloons

Today, we did a fun science experiment showing force.  We blew up balloons and taped a straw to the side.  Then, we threaded the straw to a string going across the room.  We made hypotheses about the best method to help the balloon travel the farthest, then tested our ideas!

Afterwards, we took the balloons, cut off the tops, and stretched them around tubes or cups with the bottoms cut out.  Presto, a penny launcher!

Finding Author's Purpose

Today, we talked about how authors write for different purposes- to persuade, inform, and/or entertain! We cut book covers out of extra Scholastic flyers that show authors writing towards each purpose.

New England Patriots Day

E5 showed their support of the Patriots before their big game on Sunday.  All of the girls wore french braids, too!

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Animal Adaptations

We have been learning all about the different ways animals survive in winter.  After reading several texts about migration, hibernation, and adaptation, we completed a variety of activities to accompany each topic.  Here, our finished work went up to create a forest in the hallway!

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Social Skills Snowmen

Here we are during a Social Skills group, working together to create indoor "snowmen"!