This year, I will be teaching fourth grade science. 

The Ohio Fourth Grade Standards require that the students learn Earth and space science.  We will study weather and weathering.

Secondly, we will study life science of plants.

Thirdly, we will study physical science which includes physical and chemical changes.

Lastly, we will study the relationship between science and technology, including problem solving.

In all investigations, we will study scientific method, proper investigations, and best scientific inquiry practices.

Each nine weeks, a different extra credit assignment will be offered.  The assignment will be explained to the students, and they will bring home a note for their parents giving them plenty of advanced time to complete the project.

We will do many hands-on labs and classwork so that science is fun and educational at the same time.

I do not, as a general rule, send home a lot of homework, because we work hard at school.  Homework will be saved for reading and math.

Parents are welcome to contact me with questions and concerns, or share time and input in the classroom where you have expert knowledge.

I am looking forward to a great year!