ER Day 88

Today we will:

Learn about birth marks

Take a timed math facts test (Set the timer for 1 min and work until it rings. You should be able to do 36 problems with zero mistakes in one minute to move up to the next test)

Play a math facts game (this should be the same set of facts you are testing on tomorrow)

Learn about dictionaries and how to use them

Look at common machine parts and then build a machine with gears

Learn about two things that are in the middle of our country: the great plains and the rocky mountains

Take a spelling test

Practice applying geometric transformations

Look at the self-portrait of Frida Kahlo

You will need:

Printer and paper

Pen or pencil

Small Cardboard box ( like 15x15cm (6”x6”) or so)

scissors

masking tape

nail or screw

drinking straw

hot glue and glue gun

skewer stick

thick (6mm) craft foam

nut or washer (optional)

materials for decoration

Or other building/craft materials you happen to have around