It has been lovely coming back to such a warm welcome. It sounds like the first term went very well. I hope to keep up the momentum!
Grade 7
Math - We have started a new unit: The Cartesian plane. Students will discover how to plot points on a graph as well as move figures to new coordinates using reflection, translation and rotation. This year, because we are working with the Cartesian plane, students get to graph with positive and negative coordinate points.
Science - We have started "The Earth's Crust" unit. Students will have a chance to explore the geology of our planet from rock and minerals to plate tectonics and the formation of mountains. The unit plans to be "ground breaking"....hehe
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We are also focusing on the scientific process this term. Students will be learning through experimentation: Hypothesis, understanding Variables, Observation and Conclusion.
Grade 8
We started January by learning how to use a microscope accurately. Now, we are in the midst of the Cells and Cell Systems unit where we will use our new skill to uncover the mysteries of the smallest living units of life on earth - the cells.
In the classroom
Separating mixtures - grade 7
Experiments using microscopes - 7 and 8
Playing with DNA - grade 8
