Talented Kids & Reading Outside

Talented Kids
We represented SPS as a class very well at the Talent Show last Thursday. I am so impressed with these kiddos!

Reading Outside
On Friday we took our books outside. It was nice to get some fresh air and enjoy the spring as we read and wrote about our story of the week.

Science (What's the matter) and Student of the Week

Science (What's the Matter)
We concluded our unit on Matter by making oobleck. We had a lot of fun experimenting with different recipes and discussing the states of matter.

Student of the Week
Amogh was our student of the week. Amogh shows compassion every day. He is a thoughtful student who notices when others are in need - this includes adults. He is quick to lend a hand and to offer understanding when others make mistakes. He is a good teammate and classmate. Way to go, Amogh!

Family Game Night, Math & Science Night, Science Fun with Bubbles, Autism Awareness

Family Game Night 
Monday Night was a lot of fun playing learning games in the gym. Every student who attended won a free game. We now have 3 new games in the classroom for math and logic. Thank you to the Cantrell family for donating 'Rush Hour.'

Math & Science Night

Thursday evening was a lot of fun too. Ann Arbor Hands On Museum came to SPS to share some of their hands-on learning activities. It was a lot of fun!

Science Fun

On Friday we experimented with liquids and created bubbles. We learned that matter can change its state (or phase) by adding or taking away heat.

Student(s) of the Week
Zaria was Student of the Week for showing compassion. Zaria is very thoughtful and observant. She notices when others are feeling sad and does her best to cheer them up or to get a teacher involved. She works had at being a good friend. Way to go, Zaria.

David was Student of the Week this past week. David is a compassionate classmate who understands that his classmates all learn in various ways. He looks for ways to help and is understanding when others need a friend to listen to. We're happy you're in our class, David.

Autism Awareness
On Friday Jonathan Wyman came to visit to talk with us about how autism has impacted his family. He also shared lots of information about autism.

Jiffy Mix Field Trip

Jiffy Mix Field Trip
We had a great time on Friday. First we had a picnic and play time at the park. Then we headed to Jiffy Mix. What a perfect day for it!

Our Government Project, Learning Google Slideshow and Sheets, & Student of the Week

Our Government Project
Our Social Studies Unit on communities, government, businesses and services culminated in a bulletin board. Ask your child which agency or place they created.

Learning Google Slideshow and Sheets
As an extension to our animal research, we've learned to create slideshows in Google sheets. In addition, we used primary source data to create a spreadsheet and graph to insert into our slideshow. Ask your child to log onto launchpad through our homepage to show you their work!

collecting our data to use in our slideshow and sheet

sample chart (ask your child how to do this...they know how!)

Student of the Week
Ali was our student of the week. Ali has been working hard at encouraging others. She turns her work in on time and also can be found doing extra writing during indoor recess or free choice time after lunch. Her dedication inspires those around her. Way to go, Ali!