Rockin' and Rollin'

Twirling

We had a week full of new science experiments, explorations and epiphanies. Students learned about air resistance through the creation of paper twirlers (hopefully those made it home in one piece), and we took part in some of the engineering process by creating rollers that had to move around a corner, move in a wobbly way, or go back and forth. Students blew me away with their attention to the design of their wheels/rollers, and were able to quickly make the connection that wheels will move more efficiently when attached to an axis. We had so much fun with this learning!

Ramen Writing

We also spent time focusing on writing persuasive letters. Students brainstormed different topics they felt strongly about, and after completing a brainstorming sheet together as a class, they did one on their own. The one we came up with as a class was all about ramen, and how it's the best kind of food ever. These second graders have such descriptive language, and continually make me smile with their creativity and hard work. Below you will also see a wonderful learning moment from this week. These students show great care for one another by helping each other out when I am busy assisting one of their peers. Their care and cooperation is inspiring. I'd say this is another successful week in the books!

Our creative Wheels

Showing Cooperation in Math