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Forces and Motion

This week in science we learned that a force can be a push or a pull and that all forces are either balanced or unbalanced.  We watched some videos and played tug-of-war to demonstrate some of these laws of motion.

Next week we will learn about friction and the three types of friction as well as Newton’s Law of Inertia!

Wednesday, May 23rd is our 40th Annual Track Classic

Force and Motion

This week we started our last unit for science, Forces and Motion.  We have done a walk, jog, run experiment to calculate each students’ speed using our formula of speed equals distance divided by time.  The students also started a class graphing activity where they are taking all of the class data and creating a triple line graph.

Next week will continue learning about Newton’s Three Laws of Motion.

Social Studies is done for the Year

This week we did some studies on the continent of Australia and learned about some of the main animals and physical features such as the kangaroo and the Great Barrier Reef.  Students constructed a flipbook of information about Australia.  The students also took a final Africa test this week to end our social studies unit.

Next week we will begin with our last science unit “Forces and Motion”, where we will investigate Newton’s Laws of Motion.  

We are halfway through the 4th marking period, so progress reports were sent home today.  In addition, there is a parent survey that we encourage you to fill out and return by May 10th, as well as an opportunity for a free Barnstormers ticket.

Gretna Glen field trip is Wednesday, May 9th

5th/6th Grade Track and Field Day is Wednesday, May 23rd

Africa Week 3

This week we learned about countries in southern Africa and the struggles and conflict they are dealing with.  We started a 5 country mini research project and will finish it next week.

Next week we are also focusing on countries of northern Africa and continuing work on our research projects.

We are halfway through social studies for the marking period, so progress reports are coming home either today or Monday.

Africa Week 2

This week we learned about some of the unique animals of Africa and what types of plants and animals typically live in certain climate regions of Africa.  Ask your child what animal they might see in the desert or what plants grow in the rainforest.

Next week we will begin our mini 5 counties research project, as well as talk about the geography and culture of south eastern Africa.

Report cards for marking period 3 were sent home today.  Please feel free to call or email with any questions.

Africa

This week we started our studies of Africa.  We discussed oil production, giraffes, and worked on labeling a map of Africa.

Next week will begin a animal research project and learning about some of the major resources and climate regions of Africa.

Enjoy your long Easter weekend!

Marking Period 4 Begins

This week we finished up our Astronomy unit.  Next week we switch back to social studies beginning with the continent of Africa.

Report cards will be sent home on April 13th!

End of Marking Period 3 on the Horizon

This week in science we learned about the stars and the life cycle of a star.  We also were introduced to our most important star, the sun!

Next week will will finish up with the sun and galaxies, have a day of review, and the Astronomy Unit Test on Thursday.  Please help and/or encourage your child to study.

Friday, March 30th marks the end of Marking Period 3.  Report cards will be sent home a week later.

Astronomy-Planets, Asteroids, and Meteors

This week in science students worked on and presented their Planet PowerPoint presentations to the class.  We also discussed and studied some of the rocks that are flying through space such as asteroids and meteors.

Next week will we will be discussing stars and the sun!

Progress reports for science were sent home today since we are half way through science for the marking period.  Please check over the progress report, sign and return.  Feel free to call or email with any questions or concerns.

Science Fair!

This week in science students were learning about how the earth rotates and revolves and the phases of the moon.  Thursday was our annual 6th Grade Science Fair and it was a great success!  A special thanks to all of the students and parents for all of the hard work put into these projects!

Next week in science we will be researching the planets and groups will be creating PowerPoint presentations to share with the class about their specific planet.

PSSA’s- Monday begins PSSA testing.  Please encourage your child to get plenty of rest, eat well, and try their best!

Spring Picture money or unwanted pictures due by March 16th.