Students play a wide game outdoors, applying their compass skills. Pondwater Tour Students examine local water for pH, dissolved oxygen and phosphorus content in a new unit aimed at stewardship of our local fresh water resources. Data is reported to Science Center for comparative examination. Site based decision as to grade 4 or 5 application. New Spring '97 .
Pulleys help students with load, effort and advantage using a simple machine.
AIMS Machine Shop is an additional resource to integrate mathematics into this popular unit. They learn to transfer two dimensional drawings into three dimensional constructions. Students assume the role of crime lab chemists to determine which black pen was used to write a ransom note. Chromatography is used to separate mixtures and observe molecular transport. O- Popping Corn is a simple, enjoyable experience with the scientific method.