This week we have spent several days working on the periodic table and learning the facts that can be found about each element. We spent quite a bit of time learning the number of protons, neutrons, and electrons that each element contains. The students realized that...

This week we have been studying atoms and their makeup. We have learned about the subatomic particles: protons, electrons, and neutrons. The students were able to practice building atoms with M&Ms and Skittles with a different color representing each subatomic...

Students will be taking their chapter 8 test on Thursday. Grades will be posted on RenWeb later in the evening. Next week we will begin our next chapter where we will be studying the atom and its structure. We will be learning about the proton, electrons, and neutrons...

This week we looked at what our science fair project write up should look like. Students should be well on their way working on this project. They have been given a sample write up to help them with their project. We are also continuing our study on the states of...

This week we have been studying the states of matter. This will be a fairly quick chapter and I am currently planning on a test around Feb. 20. Students have also had a personal consultation with me about their science fair experiment to help clarify exactly what they...

Thursday we will take our chapter 7 test. The grades will be posted later in the evening. Students will need to turn in their experiment plan for the science fair on Monday. This assignment requires a parent signature so that I know they have discussed the possible...