Ice and Snow, Continued....

We are hoping for snow, and have talked about where snow comes from. This week  we conducted an experiment  wherein we looked at  jars of snow,  ice, and  wateras sthey melted, and predicted which jar would have more water. Many of us were surprised when the jar of snow had less water!

We had a visit from the lower school science teacher, and we learned about thermometers, measuring temperature, and that ICE is colder than plain water. We've decided that we need to add "temperature" to our weather person's job, and are looking for an outdoor thermometer that will help us to decide if it's warm or cold outside.

Finally, we got to experience ice in real time when we went outdoors and scooted around on a very frozen pond on the property, staying on the shallow edges and watching the PreK 3 teacher skate!

we predicted which jar would have more water!

Our art projects this week have continued in the colors and feelings of winter; we painted on glass and then printed our paintings onto paper, collaged shiny and colorful bits and pieces, and printed snowflake shapes and painted and folded paper.  

Block play in the room continues to be an important part of our morning. The children share blocks, ideas, and take turns together, sometimes with support, to keep the block rug active and engaging. We were very interested in ramps this week, and knocking things down......

Until Next Time,

Michele