another pencil to sharpen...

As I put down the grade marking pen today, I think, what would my children think if they knew exactly what their teacher thought of them. I am so thankful that technology has not gotten to the point where my thoughts can be read. Would you be so surprised to find that your mouthy 7th grade daughter is so thoughtful and insightful and kind today - to a struggling special ed student? I see students' inherent kindness. I hear that skater kid complement another. Little acts of compassion - from students that will inherit our world. What happens to make them such cynical adults? From my side of the desk, I see them smile, struggle, and learn. It is my life's work - and I love it!
Each day/week a window into this world will be opened. Enjoy.

Sunday, March 13, 2011

2.14.2011

Moved from Edmodo 2.14.2011

Well, another Inquiry lesson done. I structured this one for the State Science Inquiry Writing assessment. Why not kill 2 birds with one stone! The only thing is that it wasn't just one lesson, it was a week's worth. Day 1: review background info, lab procedures and safety, Day 2: present scenario, problem and hypothesis, Day 3: Procedures and materials lists, Day 4 Lab, Day 5: conclusion. Its very indepth. They were so excited to use the test tubes and acids. We did an acid/base lab and evaluated the effectiveness of various antacids on the market, I even included Pepto Bismol (which isn't an antacid at all!) - just wait till the discussion on Monday when they realize that the pink stuff is actually fake mucus - we will use the word "snot". I can just hear them groan!!! I've attached a pdf of the work samples, scenario/lab booklet (for the sped kids), and the scoring guide for our state. I also am posting the lessons - have fun there is a lot there....
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