Salmon's Week 24 Update
March 8th - 23rd
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We are also identifying the reasons that authors use to support a claim.
Writing - Our unit on informational text is focusing on using facts and evidence to support our thinking. This is not about researching a specific topic but determining what facts will best support the topic and subtopics.
Science/Social Studies - We will begin the Mountain Region, which included the great state of Montana. This will included lots of history of our state and we follow the travels of Lewis and Clark.
Attendance is Important
Donor's Choose - Lego Robotics Kits
I'm trying to raise funds to purchase 5 LEGO Robotics Kits for the Upper Elementary Classes. Please click the link if you are interested or can donate. Also if you feel like you know someone willing to help out financially please forward this link on.
https://www.donorschoose.org/Mrs.Salmon
Questions? Ask Mrs. Salmon (me!) directly!
Science Fair
Ridge View Science Fair
The Inaugural Ridge View Science Fair will be held on April 27, 2018. We would like to invite all 4th Grade students to participate! Students may conduct and present a scientific investigation.
Get registered today:
http://RidgeViewElementary.oursciencefair.com
Here are some ideas:
How does the size of the balloon affect the distance it will fly?
How does the amount of light affect the height pea plants will grow?
How does the amount of soap affect the number of bubbles you can blow?
How does the number of batteries affect the brightness of a light?
Or get inspired online: Here are some places to start looking:
https://www.education.com/science-fair/fourth-grade/
https://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/project-ideas/elementary-school
http://www.all-science-fair-projects.com/
Make it fun! Science is all about asking questions, trying new things, and sometimes getting messy. All participants will receive a science fair medal and the class with the highest participation percentage will earn a class party.
Investigation Timeline:
March 23rd
Get Registered - Online or Return form to your teacher
Week 1
Identify your topic and establish a purpose.
Week 1-2
Research your topic and search for an investigation.
Week 1-2
Plan your investigation and collect supplies.
Week 2-3
Conduct your investigation, take pictures (optional), and collect data.
Week 2-3
Analyze your results and write a conclusion.
April 23rd
Submit Photos (Optional)
Week 3-4
Create a display board and get ready for the Science Fair.
April 27th
Bring your science project to the Science Fair
Upcoming and Important Dates
Friday, February 16th - PIR Day (no school for students)
Monday, February 19th - Holiday (no school)
March 12-16 - Spring Break (no school)
March 30th - Early Release
April 2: Holiday (no School)
April 25: Early Release
April 27: Science Fair and "Fun"draiser!
May 10th: Farm Fair Field Trip
May 28th: Holiday (no school)
June 7th: Early Release (no school)
Keep in Touch
Email: jsalmon@bsd44.org
Website: jodisalmon.weebly.com
Location: 117 Green Belt Drive, Belgrade, MT, United States
Phone: 406-924-2050