One of the things I like most about working with GATE students is that when they get excited about something they go all in, above and beyond, full force, and whole ham all at the same time! Well, today, a team project that was planned to take an hour or so, stretched into a full day of discovery and learning!
The students used a Brace Map to represent the whole-parts relationship of the human brain's structure using this video as a guide. They then worked as a team to add visual aids and descriptions of each brain parts' function. Some teams also added fun facts, pronunciation guides, and more! Next week, they will present their poster on a video and add it to their brain blog.
Our 6th grade students are working a project where they are creating mechanical costumes. If you have any junk (see list below) you can spare, please drop it off at Lowell or send it in with your child. Ms Gabrielli could also swing by your house to pick it up if it is a really good haul! 😉 THANK YOU!
Examples of good junk: fabric, foam, pvc pipe, nuts/bolts/screws, twine, batting, hot glue, yarn, dowels, spools, big cardboard pieces, wire, etc...
As we begin our school year and face new challenges, we are seeking new ways to enrich your child's education both in person and virtually. Our current wish list includes a set of classroom cameras, a Tello drone kit, Rubiks Cubes, graphic novels, and more enriching art and tech! Please click on the link below to donate to my Boise Foundation Account.
(I'll start posting as soon as I have confirmed which students from each school are on the No Photo List. Thanks for your patience!)