6 Science will be looking further out into the wide universe around us and will begin learning about the small and large bodies in our solar system - they will take on the role of a real estate agent and attempt to "sell" property on a planet of their choice. We will be covering the project in the week ahead to help get them started on their research and either pamphlet or slide show.
7 Science just finished up their study of the circulatory system - the entire class did an excellent job on the quiz last week! Next up is the nervous system, the digestive and then the reproductive system, and we are going to dig deep into our frog dissection before we start the PLTW curriculum. Should be a great few months ahead!
8 Science just wrapped up their studies on Darwin and the theory of evolution. Next up will be the study of the earth's water and atmosphere. We will be looking at the compounds and elements that make all life possible, its uses and cycles, and then dive into our PLTW curriculum - Medical Detectives!!!
7 Social Studies is busy as bees writing their myths for our studies on Greek culture and achievement. From here, we will go further into all things Greek and study warfare, the city states of ancient Greece, and end with Alexander the Great and his sprawling empire.
8 Social Studies is wrapping up their study of Andrew Jackson with an essay declaring their opinions of the actions and character of our 7th President. From here we will look West as our nation expands, and then North & South as our nation splits in two as the battles of the Civil War take root and threaten to divide a growing country.