I can't believe how quickly April is going! We are very busy in our classroom and I am sure that you have heard a little about what we are doing. Below is a list of some of the things that we have growing in our room:
Bird eggs-we have 20 eggs incubating currently. Some eggs will have been in for 28 days when we are finished and the majority will have been incubating for 21 days. Sometime close to May 1, we should have baby birds chirping in our room. We have candled (used a flashlight to look inside an egg) this week and estimate that we have at least 10 good eggs in the batch. We aren't sure about the other eggs, but the students have a great attitude about having ANY birds to love next month
Grass caterpillars-we are conducting a science experiment in our room concerning grass growth. We made 4 grass caterpillars by filling different colored pantyhose with grass seed and soil. We voted and decided that the white pantyhose would grow its grass the quickest. HOWEVER, we found out this past week that we were incorrect. All of our caterpillars started sprouting over the weekend and to determine which was the fastest grower, we counted grass blades. The black panyhose won! We are going to take our findings and put together a science fair project for the school's science fair April 30th. We can't wait to let you know how we do!
Caterpillars-we have 16 caterpillars that are in our classroom. Some have begun to go into their chrysalis and by Monday, I expect that all of our caterpillars will have entered the pupa stage. In a week or so, we should have Painted Lady butterflies!
Also, just a quick reminder! Friday, April 26th is Field Day. Please remember that your child may dress down that day in comfortable clothes as long as they meet the Liberty County School System dress code. If you have any questions, feel free to send me a note!
Have a great evening!
Mrs. Trawick
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