9/9 What is science?
9/12 Marble and ramp lab
9/13 Topic 1 Lesson 1
9/20 Topic 1 Lesson 2
9/26 Topic 1 Lesson 3
9/30 Topic 1 Lesson 4
10/16 Topic 2 Lesson 1
10/23 Topic 2 Lesson 2 and 3
10/28 Topic 2 Lesson 4
11/15 Topic 3 Lesson 1
11/20 Topic 3 Lesson 2
12/2 Topic 3 Lesson 3 part 1
1/13 Topic 4 Lesson 2

 

We are always looking for fun and interesting things to play with in the science lab.  The following items are in low inventory and need to be replenished.  Would you consider helping out by donating?

• Masking tape
• Paper towel/toilet paper rolls
• Bottle caps
• Paper clips
• Saran Wrap
• Tin Foil
• Gallon Zip Bags
• Sandwich Zip Bags

The science fair is in March but the fourth grade does not submit the traditional science fair project.  This year, the students will complete the engineering design process!  Students will follow the STEAM methods of Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, and Improve to create their own prototype from a cooling fork, to waterproof boot covers, sock assistant, seat covers, and so much more!  Students will complete much of the project in class but will have to do the design and build part at home.  We will begin the process in January which gives about two and a half months to plan and prepare!  

Want to check out some Engineering vidoes?  https://pbskids.org/designsquad/

• 1/10/20 Today the students heard what the science fair is about and what is expected of them.  They will be using the backs of their science notebooks to write down important information and will need the notebooks the day of the science fair as part of the judging to show their journey and process. We read how to brainstorm an idea for a prototype and began writing down a "bug list" to define problems we want to fix.  By 1/17/20, we will narrow down our bug list to three different possibilities.