G is for Grow

Plant Pilot

Due to helping write the science curriculum in kindergarten, we are piloting the new science kit that will roll out to the district next fall.  I have to say before we started this kit, I was quite nervous.  I was able to pilot this last school year and the unit was amazing, however; I piloted it in February......meaning there was much growth at that point in Kindergarten.  I must say the students have blown me away this week with their engagement and the dedication they already have to quality work.

This week we learned about living and non-living things (quiz them: they should be able to give you a long list of both), planted lima beans, learned about the parts of a plant (roots, stem, leaves, and flower), planted grass seeds, and recorded observations of our lima beans from day 1 and day 5 (We are already seeing roots, stems, and one leaf).

This is a 5 week unit.  Lots of fun ahead!

-Ms. Bennett