Project Zero

I am so excited about attending Project Zero this summer at Harvard. I have heard so many wonderful things about it, and can't wait to go experience it myself. The Martin Institute is looking for some other teachers who are interested in attending; so if you have have a passion for teaching you should check out this link for more info. Have a great day!!!

http://martininstitute.org/forms/apply-for-fellowship-to-project-zero.html

Happy President's Day!!!

 Check out our President's Day video the boys made. I may be bias but it's super cute!!!


http://www.pdsmemphis.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=17881:happy-presidents-day&catid=87:blog&Itemid=780

Super Fun Science Experiment

Last week, I did the neatest experiment with my boys who attend my science camp. We turned pipe cleaners into crystals. The boys absolutely loved it. I found the experiment on Pinterest, and it was quite simple. I let the boys create whatever shape they would like, but I love the holiday themed ones found on the link below. The experiment does call for Borax which you can find near the detergent at any store like Target. I also decided not to add food coloring and just let the color of the pipe cleaner show through the crystals. So if you are looking for a need experiment or something to try with your kids at home click on this link for instructions. Have a great day!!!!



http://www.housingaforest.com/shamrock-crystals/

Virtual field trips

Do you like to take your class on virtual field trips? I do and am really enjoying this website that  I have found http://www.meetmeatthecorner.org/. For example, the other day we took a field trip to Colorado to hang out with a cowboy. The boys loved it!! So check it out i bet your students will like it too!!!

Winter Trees Art Center

I found the cutest idea on Pinterest for our art center. The first group of boys made theirs today, and they did a great job. They are super cute and I have attached the link in case you would like to make them too. Not only is this activity great for their fine motor skills, but I also talked to the boys about the shapes they saw in the pictures. This was a great and easy way for me incorporate math into the activity. Have a great day everyone!!!
http://theteacherwife.blogspot.com/2012/01/permanent-marker-on-white-board.html

Finland Phenomenon

I got the opportunity to watch the Finland Phenomenon this week and it was great!!!  I would highly recommend this movie for all educators. It is very thought provoking!!! Here is a link where you can watch a clip from the movie. Check it out for yourself!!!! Have a blessed day!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcC2l8zioIw

Great website

I found this website and wanted it to share it with y'all. It is a great website for teaching students about the weather. There are lots of fun experiments, games, and activities you could do on your smart board. I hope you enjoy!!!

Here is the link...http://www.weatherwizkids.com/