Out of This World

The 3rd graders have been exploring the solar system for the past few weeks.  We have been exploring our solar system.  The class has been reading non-fiction and fiction text about the solar system.  They are learning about the sun and the 8 planets, the Earth's moon and its phases, and how everything in the  sky follows a pattern.

A great book to teach about the phases of the moon

     We went on a great field trip to the Reuben H Fleet Science Center where we watched an IMAX on the Hubble Telescope.  The kids and I were mesmerized by the film and the incredible photos the telescope was able to take.  Thank you to all of the fabulous chaperones who made this trip possible!  And a big thank you to Mary O'Brien, who works at the science center, for helping to organize the trip!

Byron exploring the great exhibit on Black Holes!

getting ready to watch the IMAX!

fun with colors

The class with all of my wonderful chaperones!

   This week the students presented their planet reports.  The students got in groups of 3 and each group was responsible for researching one of the 8 planets.  They organized the information into a summary of expository text and presented their reports to the class.  The class took notes on each presentation and used the information to create planet books.

I also want to thank Helia, Priscilla's mom, for printing us that great image of the solar system.  The kids LOVE it!