This week, we have been doing a lot of learning about what Earth Day is and ways in which we can help take care of the Earth. The students are in the process of working on an Earth day writing project. They did a great job brainstorming different ways that they can help keep the Earth clean for all of us!
We have also started learning about the parts of a seed. The students dissected a lima bean to examine the seed coat, stored food, and plant embryo. They were surprised to see just how small the plant embryo inside the lima bean was and that it even had tiny leaves attached to it!
First grade is also experimenting to see which seeds we can get to germinate if we take away one of the things that seeds need to grow, like soil or sunlight. Our first experiment is happening on the windows of the classroom. Each student placed a lima bean in a ziploc bag. They added some water beads to the bag to act as the water supply. The bag will act as a greenhouse for the seeds. Our next seed experiment will be a lima bean in a glass jar filled with cotton balls.
The students also sequenced the life cycle of a seed. Their flowers really help to brighten our room!
HCA had an Earth Day prayer service on Friday morning, followed by an Earth Day scavenger hunt outside. The children explored the grounds with their families to find the things on their lists. The weather couldn't have been more beautiful! Everyone had a wonderful time!
Have a great weekend and enjoy the nice weather!
Reminders!!!
*Next week, P.E. is Wednesday (day 3) and Friday (day 5).
*The third grade Planeteers are hosting a waste-free lunch on Wednesday, April 27th.
*HCA Spring Benefit & Silent Auction - Saturday, April 30th - This event is 21+.
*In preparation for Mother's Day, each student will be able to invite one guest (his/her mother or special friend) to a special May Crowning & Celebration of Mothers Prayer Service on Friday, May 6th at 8:15 am in the school gym. Find more information in the Happenings. If you are interested in attending this special celebration, please sign up here. We would love it if each child has someone in attendance.
*HCA Mothers' Brunch - Sunday, May 22, 2022 at 11:30 am
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