Friday, February 24, 2012
Brain Pop!
One of my favorite websites to use in the classroom is Brain Pop. They hilarious, yet informative, videos are full of information pertaining to what is taught in class. Many of you have inquired about getting on Brain Pop at home and you can! The username is our school (one word) and the password is brainpop. Here is the video we watched in class about the moon's affect on the Earth's tides. Don't forget the cool "extra information" section!
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Mnemonic devices for the solar system- Ms. Cooper's Class
Martians' vandelism entertains martian's joy satisfaction under Neptune (Felix & Jaime)
Mary's very educated mouse just sat up nicely (Samantha & Quiosha)
Mom vacuums everywhere, man just stop us now! (Adrion)
My valentine every Monday just served us nachos (Elijah, Leslye, Ana, & Antoney)
Mikey's volcanoes erupted my junkyard sale until now! (Jordan & Arvani)
My van eats macaroni just sitting under Neptune (Destiny)
Mary's very educated mouse just sat up nicely (Samantha & Quiosha)
Mom vacuums everywhere, man just stop us now! (Adrion)
My valentine every Monday just served us nachos (Elijah, Leslye, Ana, & Antoney)
Mikey's volcanoes erupted my junkyard sale until now! (Jordan & Arvani)
My van eats macaroni just sitting under Neptune (Destiny)
Transformations
This week in math we are learning about different transformations. A transformation is a change in position. The three examples we are studying are rotations, translations, and reflections. Here is a video to refresh your memory about what those are!
Rotation- turn
Translation- slide
Reflection- flip
Where can you find these outside of the classroom?
Rotation- turn
Translation- slide
Reflection- flip
Where can you find these outside of the classroom?
Monday, February 20, 2012
New Solar System Song
This is too cute to not share. It also mentions the lack of pluto. Pretty funny!
Planet Song
In science we are studying the solar system. One of the most difficult parts is memorizing the order of the planets. Here is a catchy song that might help!
Planets Song
Mercury is the closest planet to the sun Venus comes next it's the hottest one
Earth comes third the only life that we know Mars has the largest canyon and volcano
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
The gassy planet Jupiter, the largest you will find Saturn has rings around the outside
Uranus is funny ‘cause it spins on its side Neptune looks blue, the coldest of its kind
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
Okay get ready
We're gonna say all the planets really, really, really fast Can you keep up?
We're gonna say all the planets from the first to the last
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
Planets Song
Mercury is the closest planet to the sun Venus comes next it's the hottest one
Earth comes third the only life that we know Mars has the largest canyon and volcano
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
The gassy planet Jupiter, the largest you will find Saturn has rings around the outside
Uranus is funny ‘cause it spins on its side Neptune looks blue, the coldest of its kind
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
Okay get ready
We're gonna say all the planets really, really, really fast Can you keep up?
We're gonna say all the planets from the first to the last
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
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Thursday, September 15, 2011
Independent or Dependent Variable?? Confused yet?
During science we have created lifeboats and airplanes, but do you know why? We have been talking about independent and dependent variables, but could you explain the difference? Here are a couple fun links where you can test your knowledge of variables and their impact on a scientific experiment!
Identifying Independent vs Dependent Variables Read through some experiment descriptions and see if you can pick out the independent and dependent variables.
Enjoy!
Identifying Independent vs Dependent Variables Read through some experiment descriptions and see if you can pick out the independent and dependent variables.
Science Pirates: The Curse of Captain Brownbeard is a multi-part game that help students better understand science and food safety concepts.
Enjoy!
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Tomorrow!
Tomorrow is the first day of school and I cannot wait to meet my new students! We are going to have a wonderful year full of exploring! As I plan for the next couple weeks, I know we are going to have a blast in science and math! In order to get started, you need to have the right supplies! Here is the district's supply list and there might be a couple other items down the road.
During the first week of science, we are going to be learning about science safety and beginning to work in collaborative (working together) groups. I love when students get to work in groups because you're getting to not only use your brain, but other people's brains in our classroom. However, working in groups is not always easy. Can you think of a couple reasons why it might be difficult?
By the time you read this, you will have already heard this science safety video! It's great isn't it? Here are the lyrics:
Lyrics
Chorus
Wait, you’ve gotta make sure that your lab is safe
Before you make a measurement, scope out the space
Got your gloves pulled up, got your goggles on
Don’t want to be another lab experiment gone wrong
Go with goggles, go with the gloves!
Go without food, and spit out your gum!
Go safe! Go safe! And get into it
Go safe scientists, no accidents!
Verse I
You know the science lab can be a pretty dangerous place
You gotta wear safety goggles to protect your face
And just in case you still end up with stuff in your eye
You should know how to find the eyewash nearby
And as a matter of fact, know where the exits are too
‘Cause if a fire starts, you better know what to do
And you don’t have to be a hero, try to break the mold
Be sure to follow all directions and just do as you’re told
It reminds me of this time I was sitting in lab
Trying to work through the experiment and give it a stab
When my partner started grabbing chemicals from the shelves
Started mixing up some liquids with unusual smells
Before he could stop, it began to bubble up
In a couple of seconds he was in deep, deep trouble
So maybe mixing crazy potions didn’t go as he’d planned
He didn’t follow the directions and he burned his hand (ouch!)
Chorus
Verse II
It’s lab time and you’re ballin’, on top of things
Hypothesis made the call on what you want to see
But hold up, because it looks like you forgot some things
Before you pour, let me know what’s wrong with this scene
Your eyes are wide open to take in results
Or get blinded by all kinds of chemicals
They could splash up and mess up your complexion
So keep it hot, yo, and don those goggles
The same goes for your fingers, your hair, and your toes
No flip-flops, your kicks should have the tips closed
Your fingers should slip through the wrists of some gloves
No acid contamination on your palms
And your nose, you’ve gotta steer clear of the chemicals
Or they’ll burn your nostrils (and you kind of want those!)
Protect it, don’t smell it, just waft with me, waft with me
Don’t need no medics, just waft with me, waft with me
Hands over the flask, your nose hanging back
Keep your nostrils intact, just waft with me, waft with me
Chorus
Verse III
Hey, I think I really like this lab stuff
I’m gonna do it again tomorrow ’cause I can’t get enough
Of safely making crazy things happen, it’s fun
It’s amazing, I’ve seen the reactions, I’m done
You’re almost done man, can you tell me your plan
For what to do with all that toxic waste in your hand?
I just heard the bell ring, I’ve gotta think quick
I think I’ll wash it down the sink
Whoa, whoa, whoa
Hold on, bro, how do you know where that goes?
By tomorrow the sink will be starting to glow
Put the waste in the designated receptacle
And clean your station off before you take off, yo
“Put the caps on the bottles?”
Yeah, that’s right.
“Wipe the tabletop off?”
Yeah, that’s right.
“Run the flask under water?”
Yeah, that’s right.
You cleaned up real nice, see, and nobody died
The lyrics were found at http://www.educationalrap.com/song/lab-safety.html
During the first week of science, we are going to be learning about science safety and beginning to work in collaborative (working together) groups. I love when students get to work in groups because you're getting to not only use your brain, but other people's brains in our classroom. However, working in groups is not always easy. Can you think of a couple reasons why it might be difficult?
By the time you read this, you will have already heard this science safety video! It's great isn't it? Here are the lyrics:
Lyrics
Chorus
Wait, you’ve gotta make sure that your lab is safe
Before you make a measurement, scope out the space
Got your gloves pulled up, got your goggles on
Don’t want to be another lab experiment gone wrong
Go with goggles, go with the gloves!
Go without food, and spit out your gum!
Go safe! Go safe! And get into it
Go safe scientists, no accidents!
Verse I
You know the science lab can be a pretty dangerous place
You gotta wear safety goggles to protect your face
And just in case you still end up with stuff in your eye
You should know how to find the eyewash nearby
And as a matter of fact, know where the exits are too
‘Cause if a fire starts, you better know what to do
And you don’t have to be a hero, try to break the mold
Be sure to follow all directions and just do as you’re told
It reminds me of this time I was sitting in lab
Trying to work through the experiment and give it a stab
When my partner started grabbing chemicals from the shelves
Started mixing up some liquids with unusual smells
Before he could stop, it began to bubble up
In a couple of seconds he was in deep, deep trouble
So maybe mixing crazy potions didn’t go as he’d planned
He didn’t follow the directions and he burned his hand (ouch!)
Chorus
Verse II
It’s lab time and you’re ballin’, on top of things
Hypothesis made the call on what you want to see
But hold up, because it looks like you forgot some things
Before you pour, let me know what’s wrong with this scene
Your eyes are wide open to take in results
Or get blinded by all kinds of chemicals
They could splash up and mess up your complexion
So keep it hot, yo, and don those goggles
The same goes for your fingers, your hair, and your toes
No flip-flops, your kicks should have the tips closed
Your fingers should slip through the wrists of some gloves
No acid contamination on your palms
And your nose, you’ve gotta steer clear of the chemicals
Or they’ll burn your nostrils (and you kind of want those!)
Protect it, don’t smell it, just waft with me, waft with me
Don’t need no medics, just waft with me, waft with me
Hands over the flask, your nose hanging back
Keep your nostrils intact, just waft with me, waft with me
Chorus
Verse III
Hey, I think I really like this lab stuff
I’m gonna do it again tomorrow ’cause I can’t get enough
Of safely making crazy things happen, it’s fun
It’s amazing, I’ve seen the reactions, I’m done
You’re almost done man, can you tell me your plan
For what to do with all that toxic waste in your hand?
I just heard the bell ring, I’ve gotta think quick
I think I’ll wash it down the sink
Whoa, whoa, whoa
Hold on, bro, how do you know where that goes?
By tomorrow the sink will be starting to glow
Put the waste in the designated receptacle
And clean your station off before you take off, yo
“Put the caps on the bottles?”
Yeah, that’s right.
“Wipe the tabletop off?”
Yeah, that’s right.
“Run the flask under water?”
Yeah, that’s right.
You cleaned up real nice, see, and nobody died
The lyrics were found at http://www.educationalrap.com/song/lab-safety.html
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