The second graders are scientists! We have been studying the states of matter. There are three...can you name them? Your second grader can! Ask your child what they know about matter. Not only should he or she know the names of the three states of matter, he or she should also know the definition of each state (or phase) and how these states can change. We have done several experiments where we have developed a hypothesis, written our observations and come to conclusions about matter. Over the 6 week study, not only did the students work with me, Mr. Kathy and Mrs. Carignan, but they rotated to each of the other two second grade classes where the students also worked with Mrs. Cusimano, Ms. Casarella and Ms. Behling to do more experiments! We are states of matter experts!
This is a link to a States of Matter Rap song that the kids just love.
Hi Parents, I just found this great website for parents about our new math curriculum Eureka Math (also known as Engage NY). Although we have chosen not to send home homework this year, this website is a great resource for parents to get an idea of some of the math concepts and standards that are addressed in the curriculum.
