RAN FOLDERS

We have been using RAN folders as a research method. The students start by writing down what they know about their topic (What I think I know) and then by asking questions (Wonderings). They then used videos, websites and books to find factual information about the topic. This was put under new information. If they were able to confirm information from What I think I know, they moved it to Confirmed information. Anything that they thought they knew that they find out is wrong is moved to misconceptions. If you would like to learn more about the process see this wikki http://gradefivegradealike.wikispaces.com/Summarizing+-+RAN+Folder

The students were grouped into three topic groups: Friction, Static Electricity and Magnets.

Once they finished their research they organized the sticky notes from confirmed and new information onto a piece of chart paper in sub-topics. They were then give the choice of whether they wanted to create a power point presentation, a poster or write a paragraph. Check out some of the pictures of the process.

Sorry!

Sorry I haven't been great at updating you this last month. With Easter break and parent teacher interviews I let this blog go a little. I will be making several posts today to update you on what we have been doing.

Milk Jugs

The students collect 629 milk jugs for the community group. Mr. Brundt awarded the class with $65 for their efforts. The money earned will be used towards the community garden this spring. Way to go grade 3!

Will you be my mathentine?

The students completed a math activity that included graphing, creating arrays, measuring area, etc. with candy hearts for Valentines day!  It was a fun AND educational way to celebrate.

Snow Shoeing

We decided to take advantage of the BEAUTIFUL weather outside this afternoon and try out the school's snow shoes. Check out some of the fun we had!

Social Studies

We are going to be watching this video clip in Social Studies this week. We will be learning about the ways of life around the world in the next few weeks. This will be the introduction to the unit.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oumVHSj6AE8

Bird Houses

We are wrapping up our unit on Structures in grade three Science. We created bird houses out of recycled materials today. Here are a few of the finished products.