In Science this year we teach four units.  Each unit is taught using a variety of learning strategies.  Many units require the students to use hands-on techniques.

•  We begin by teaching one week on each season of the year.  In each season, we chart the weather and make predictions.                        

• The second unit is The Five Senses.  In this unit we collect and record information by identifying and using the fix senses and organs associated with each.  

• The third unit taught covers Animals Homes.  The students will identify the basic needs of animals.  In addition, they will be able to identify characteristics of living and non-living things.  The students will be asked to complete a simple research project of an animal of their choice.  The unit ends with a field trip to the National Aquarium in Baltimore.

• The fourth and final unit is called Solids, Liquids and Gases.  The children will define liquids, solids, and gases by their physical characteristics.  They will demonstrate how matter can change its state using heat.  Thirdly the children will be able to measure the volume of liquids, solids and gases.

We are confident that your children will find these units extremely beneficial and interesting.