By: Roni and Ava Tardigrades are microscopic creatures who in average are the size of a really small dot on a paper. The two types of microscopes we have in our room are a Dissecting Microscope and the Compound Microscope. Megan was the first one to find a tardigrade which is very exciting! It was hard work and needed sharp focus but we finally did it! Tardigrades the toughest animal on earth Tardigrades can be found in moss which can grow on trees .So you can find them any were in the world!They can even live in Antartica! Also they can live up to 100 plus years!!There is a interesting state that they can turn into called cryptobiosis were nothing can kill them . They can even live in space!!! To get out of cryptobiosis just pour water on them. Tardigrades are also known as moss piglets or bears of the moss.They have eight legs and are very chubby. As you can see they are very cute. But if you imagine them the size of a dog that is pretty scary!!
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VOCABULARY PRACTICE What you need: Science Notebook and iPad 1. Study vocab flip books in your notebooks with a partner for 5 minutes. Use this timer to help keep track of your time. 2. Play quizlet games with partners. Click on the quiz week and then click live to make your own games if you want too! 1. Cotten Class- Quizlet WEEK 1 2. Cotten Class Quizlet WEEK 2 3. Cotten Class Quizlet WEEK 3 4. Cotten Class Quizlet WEEK 4 Station 2: MAGNETIC QUIZZES What you need: iPad Take these magnetic quizzes! 1.Soft Schools Quiz (one question is wrong - they ask for magnetic metals and there are two listed, just click one of them) 2. Matter Interactive Site 2. First For Magnets Quiz 3. ThoughtCo Quiz 4. Magnetism Quizwww.mcwdn.org/Physics/MagnetQuiz.html 5. Magnetic Metals Quiz Station 3: RESEARCH ARORAS What you need: Science notebook, Teacher Science Notebook, and iPad Copy the notes from my teacher science notebook, then: Research Aroras with these links and you can also search for more info yourself. Take notes about these things: 1. What causes aroras? 2. What is an arora? 3. When is it best to see aroas? 4. What does arora mean? 5. Why do we see different colors? Colors of Aroras Geomagnetism Earth's Magnetism (geomagnetism) Earth's Magnetic Field Auroas explained text Auroras Explained video Northern Lights Space, weather, auroras Auroras from space (ISS) Auroras Where can auroras be seen and why Auroras for kids info Station 4: MATTER QUIZZES AND WHITE BOARD PRACTICE What you need: iPad, White Board, Dry Erase Marker Part 1: Take this Matter Properties Quiz to prepare you for the test next week: Matter Properties Quiz Take this Matter Quiz fun fun too! Matter Quiz Take this Matter Quiz to test your knowledge: Matter Quiz/Physics Part 2: Research about our earth's layers and magnets: Earth's Layers How far have we dug in our crust? Physics- about Magnets Article Magnets Magnetism Explained Part 3: White board practice 1. What are the magnetic metals? 2. Draw and explain how magnets work. 3. What is a solvent? What is a solute? 4. Use iron filings and a magnet to show the magnetic field. 5. What are physical properties? 6. What is Density? (the definition) 7. What is the formula for Density? 8. What is the difference between MASS and Weight? 9. What are the three states of matter? 10. What is solubility? 11. What is buoyancy? 12. What does the word limitation mean? Click here to sign up and join the Cotten Class:
1. Cotten Class- Quizlet WEEK 1 2. Cotten Class Quizlet WEEK 2 3. Cotten Class Quizlet WEEK 3 4. Cotten Class Quizlet WEEK 4 Click here to sign up and join the Salome Class: 1. Salome WEEK 1 2. Salome WEEK 2 3. Salome WEEK 3 4. Salome WEEK 4 Click here to sign up and join the Wilder Class: 1. Wilder WEEK 1 2. Wilder WEEK 2 3. Wilder WEEK 3 4. Wilder WEEK 4 Today commemorates the events that happened on September 11, 2001. Even though you were not born in 2001, it is important to remember this tragic event. September 11, 2001 marked a frightening and sad time for the people living in the United States and around the world. Many people died in New York City, Virginia, and Pennsylvania that morning. These deaths were the result of horrible choices made by a small number of individuals who disagreed with U.S. policies. The events of September 11th shocked the world. People everywhere, and of all ages, sent cards, gifts, and money. Many came to New York City to offer help.
The events of September 11th altered the course of history and have led to changes that impact our lives today. These events illustrate that we must show kindness and understanding towards all people, and that we must have the courage to protect and defend each other. Informational Links about 9/11 Brain Pop PBS FAQ on 9/11 9/11 Video One World Trade Center What happened More info |
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