Week of 9/13

This week, we wrapped up our scientific method unit and began our focus on plants. We looked at a chocolate chip cookie recipe in class and discovered that the only ingredients that didn't come from plants were salt and baking soda. We discussed how plants are classified into four main groups, and we identified the major characteristics of each one. On Thursday, students had the chance to examine and identify the basic properties of 5 different leaves. We further discussed these properties as we learned how to determine whether a leaf was simple or compound, its venation pattern, and its margin type.

On Friday, I introduced the students to their leaf collection project. The projects are due on October 12th, so students have four weekends to work at home! I will provide extra credit for projects that are turned in early, so don't delay! Please follow the project requirements that are stated in the green information packet.