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Preface In this second part of the posting, "Why I Bought the Ericson 25," I explain the research process that led me to this outstandi...
So in part I of starting an orchard, I went through why I want an orchard, but in this post, I will go through the planning and prepping I did. First off, this project almost didn’t get pulle…
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So my husband says to me yesterday, “Why the heck are you showing everybody how to make your cases?” “It’s your wealth!’. So before we get started– let’s…
Preface In this second part of the posting, "Why I Bought the Ericson 25," I explain the research process that led me to this outstandi...
In this second part on System Boards, Kris explains in detail how to build and set a system board, talking materials, angles, size, and holds.
Physics in Kindergarten? Absolutely! This is why play is so important in Early Childhood Education! How else could children begin to have a basic concept of how physics works unless they have a chance to explore and experiment with it freely. Future knowledge of these concepts will be built upon the foundational knowledge developed from these playful experiences. I had come up with the idea when I had noticed that while exploring through super heroes the kids were very engaged in the catapults and exploring motion. They also were starting to create ramps in our Maker's Space and asking for marbles and balls to roll down them. I thought this would evolve into an inquiry on simple machines, so I set up some experiences for them to explore screws, inclined planes and levers. It was not easy getting those screws into the wood! They were really building up some much needed fine motor muscles! Here they could explore with inclined planes and see how the angle affects the motion of the object rolling down the plane. At the Lego table they were challenged to create a maze and then figure out how they could move the marble through the maze. They needed to create an inclined plane to make it move. They explored motion and gravity through creating art by dripping paint and seeing how the angle made the paint go down quickly. They explored motion through inclined planes by creating marble paintings by dropping paint on their paper and rolling a marble through it. They explored levers by using catapults and different objects to predict and then find out which object the catapult would throw the furthest. Here they are measuring and comparing lengths to show how far each object was catapulted. I set out a marble run to explore. They loved this! Many became frustrated and had to figure out how to get their marble run to stand by itself. They enjoyed seeing how high they could make them and watching the motion of the marbles as they went through each part. This area was such a big hit, I decided to show them a video of a Rube Goldberg Machine. This is when our inquiry started to go in a different direction. Rube Goldburg Machines are so fun to watch and create! Here is the link to the video that I showed the class that inspired them for the rest of this inquiry! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8cuuP4Jmio You have to watch it! You will love it! Once they saw this, all they wanted to do was create Rube Goldberg Machines! They started out simple, but then when I added the ramps to the building area, they got very creative when using both old and new materials to create more complex machines. We continued to watch other videos of Rube Goldberg Machines for inspiration. The friend below had to figure out how to keep the marble on his track. He figured out he needed a boundary on each side. They learned very quickly that Rube Goldberg Machines never worked the first time, and usually not the second or third time either. When I was watching them, I was so proud because even though it was frustrating for them, they showed true grit and continued to problem solve until they could get it to work. Below, this friend had to figure out why the corks did not fall as the dominos did. He ended up using a math manipulative we have with the properties of a domino that was thinner and would knock over easier. The teamwork and collaboration amazed me. They worked together and listened to each others idea. When the machine did not work, they worked together to figure it out! Noticing the attributes of the dominos, the group below created the domino effect using blocks and tunnels. Can you see the collaboration and teamwork in the pictures below? In the next pictures, this group of girls were trying to create a machine using dominos and cubes. I love how they created decorations around and within their machine. When they were done, they wanted to take a video to show the class. We took the video but ran into a problem. The dominoes did not fall. They had to stop and figure out what went wrong. They were so disappointed because they had worked on it for a good 30 minutes, but after the initial feeling of disappointment, I saw that that they have learned how to handle disappointment. They decided right away they would try again the next day. We showed the video to the class and they helped them figure out why it didn't work. We also watched a video that showed a giant domino run so they could observe how it worked. The next day, they spaced the dominos based on what they learned so they would have room to fall and hit the next one. It took them almost 45 minutes because they kept falling down before they were finished. Again, they handled their frustration and persisted. This time they were successful! Both videos of the failed one and successful one can be found on my Instagram account darlamyersclass. You have to check out their reactions when they succeeded! All that work was worth it for them! This friend below was exploring how both speed and angles affect motion. He had to figure out the incline of the tube to get the marble to be fast enough to hit an angled block hard enough to change direction and then hit the rock. He kept trying and trying, adjusting both the incline, the angle of the block and the rock each time until he was successful! The look of accomplishment in their eyes was so wonderful to see! They were all so proud of their creations. So do you think play is just play anymore? Can you see the complex skills they are developing that they will need in order to succeed in school and in their future careers? Can you see some of foundational skills being laid for physics, and geometry here? Some of their most important learning comes through play! That being said, we also have been working hard in math and literacy! We have been studying fairy tails to help us with our story comprehension and retelling skills. The experience below offered them an invitation to retell the Three Little Pigs. They also loved writing their own versions of the fairy tales we read which showed such great thought and imagination! Some of their books spanned across six pages! We also had a STEM challenge where they had to develop and write a plan to build a house using nothing by index cards and masking tape that would be strong enough to withstand the "Big Bad Blow Dryer!" Then they had to follow their plan. They had a lot of fun with this! We gathered and tried them all out and discussed what attributes the houses that blew away or stayed put had in common. Unfortunately, I didn't get any pictures of the houses! Stay tuned for next time when we find out what the kids will be interested in exploring next.
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Preface In this second part of the posting, "Why I Bought the Ericson 25," I explain the research process that led me to this outstandi...
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Preface In this second part of the posting, "Why I Bought the Ericson 25," I explain the research process that led me to this outstandi...
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Make your pin game strong with our Cleopatra enamel pin badge. The perfect literature themed gift for a book lover. Part of our Shakespeare's Heroines collection, this black and gold enamel pin takes inspiration from Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra. "Give me my robe, put on my crown; I have Immortal longings in me." - Act V Scene II To make it extra special, each pin arrives on a gold foiled backing card – making it the perfect gift for any book lover. Or why not treat yourself? Made from durable hard enamel, this bookish pin will sit perfectly on your denim jacket, lapel or rucksack. made from: Gold toned metal and hard enamel. dimensions: 3 x 3 cm
Fantasy Armor Gorget, Arms & Spaulders "Dark Star" XV century blackened pauldrons, gorget and arms set Don’t turn down a dance with the Dark Star – it’s probably a once in a lifetime opportunity. Be careful not to get too close or fall into her orbit, that’s exactly what she expects from you. Keep your distance, have your wits about you, and learn everything you can. After all, the world may revolve around her, but that doesn’t mean that your world has to. This set is a part of our Dark Star Collection, a brand new set of items inspired by fierce warrior women. We have crafted the shape of the set to fit the female body. The whole collection is made from thin spring steel, which is protective but incredibly light compared to our usual material of stainless steel. Spring steel tends to attract rust more than stainless, though, which is why we gave it a blackened finish to protect it – and as an added bonus, it looks amazing! This listing includes two components – the connect pauldrons and arm harness set, as well as the gorget. Pauldrons and gorgets are always a great combination because the pauldrons can be pointed to the gorget for easier arming. The arm harness is full arm protection, from the top of your shoulder right down to your wrist. We were inspired by the completely riveted pieces of armor from the XV century, so there is a historical basis to what we have created here. Though we consider it to be one piece, there are actually a number of components to this arm harness – three to be exact. From the shoulder to the elbow we have an articulated pauldron and rerebrace, which protects the most vital parts of your upper arm without hindering your flexibility too much. A large elbow cop protects the inside of your elbow and provides great coverage due to its size. The bracers that connect to the elbow are fully enclosed and anatomically shaped, meaning they are more comfortable than some of the other more tube-like armor. This armor harness is very sleek and feminine in silhouette, and looks amazing! The gorget is equally as functional as the arm harness and protects you in all of the places you expect it to. The front of it extends down your chest to give you vital protection, with a little bit of overhang at the back as well to protect the top of your spine. A wonderfully articulated neck means that you have far more mobility than ever before, so you'll have the freedom to really look around and be alert in a sword fight. It closes with a hinge on one side and a push pin mechanism on the other, so it is very easy to take on and off. It has been made with a combination of 1.2mm and 1mm spring steel, so it is nice and light and will absorb shock well. We have designed the whole set with fine details in mind. Little things like solid brass rivets and cast brass buckles give the items a refined finish that we know our customers will appreciate. Quality leather is used to edge the bracers and other pieces, as well as hold everything closed with straps and provide articulation. All of these strong materials work together to create an armor collection that will stand the test of time. Please, mind that no polishing option is available if you choose brassed spring steel! To check how to measure yourself please click here. Please contact us if you have any additional questions. IMPORTANT: To fit correctly and prevent injury, a suit of armour must be accurately built to the measurements of the person wearing it. PLEASE take all measurements over either the gambeson or under-padding you are planning to wear with this armour. The sole exception is for persons buying armour and padding together, ArmStreet will then make the proper size adjustments for the armour based on the measurements provided for the padding.
The deal of the rules-based order was consequtently extended to every nation except from the the Soviet Union. Anyone willing to join the…
Preface In this second part of the posting, "Why I Bought the Ericson 25," I explain the research process that led me to this outstandi...
In Part I of this series I overviewed a new study from my colleague, Loma Pendergraft, about why crows call after discovering food. For Part II, Loma answered follower-supplied questions on all th…
Yoga for kids is one of the best ways to get your child's brain working for higher learning in the classroom. Try these fun animal brain-building activities.
Tones: Warm Black, Cool White, Pale Rose, Muted Mustard Why We Love It: This floral duo from artist Anee Shah is soft and whimsical. The white blossoms against a moody, earthy backdrop create a striking contrast. From The Artist: Anee says, "I painted these florals when motherhood felt a little extra chaotic. Took myself to the studio, left my phone outside and they poured out of my brush. Shop the Duo- Terra Florets I
This lesson centers around answering the essential question: Why did Germany lose World War II? Your purchase includes three parts parts: 5 documents (varied in texts, photo, and a map) with 2-4 document analysis questions for each documents, a key for the document analysis questions, and a DBQ question that uses the 5 documents. I typically do this lesson after a brief lecture on D-day, but this is a lesson that could be used for a whole class period, and the document analysis could be completed as a class, with partners/in a group, or independently. You could also split the document analysis and DBQ into two separate assignments. The document analysis questions and DBQ are easily adaptable and editable for your classroom needs.
