Exploring Shadows

This week in science we have been learning about light and shadows. We explored shadows with flashlights, and we observed our shadows outside. Below are some of the smart observations your children made.

• Shadows are shapes.
• Shadows move when an object moves.
• Shadows show outlines of objects.
• Shadows are made when light is blocked by something.
• Shadows are cooler than light.
• Shadows can change throughout the day.
• It is hard to see shadows when it's cloudy outside or dark.
• Shadows can be long or short.
• Many things make shadows.

We also got to spend some time with our third grade buddies from Mrs. Williams' class this week learning about Habit 6, Synergize. We practiced synergizing to make puzzles and play board games together. The kindergarteners and third graders both love spending time with their buddies. It is so much fun to watch them together!

Scientists at Work

This week, we have learned a lot about temperature, the sun, and shadows. We learned about thermometers and how they measure temperature. To practice using and reading our thermometers, we measured both cold and warm water temperatures. We also predicted how the thermometers would change when we mixed cold and warm water then measured to determine the actual results. They loved exploring with the thermometers!

We also had a lot of fun making turkeys to prepare for Thanksgiving. On our surprise late start day, we spent a lot of time painting. It was quite a mess in our classroom, but it was a great opportunity for the kids to be creative and practice developing their fine motor skills. Stay tuned for photos of the finished products!