In our classroom, we follow the project based learning approach. Students have the ability to question, research, document their research, infer, write, create projects (based on students ideas and suggestions), and most importantly share and present. Throughout a particular study, students have many opportunities to share their research and knowledge with other peers. But, at the end of a study it is important to empower the students by allowing them to share their work with other classes and adults throughout the school, and their families.
As mentioned in our previous post, the students helped get our classroom ready for our open house and project presentations. We had one table designated for each group. Students studied skunks, coyotes, squirrels, and blue jays. They set out their own non-fiction books, non-fiction library books, and their animal habitats.
Skunks
Squirrels
Coyotes
Blue Jays
We also had one table set up with the coyote, skunk, and squirrel pelts from Ohio's Division of Wildlife as well as a couple of bird nests.
As families visited our open house, students shared their work, and gave their families a tour of the classroom to share the other students/groups work.
Families also enjoyed some bagels, grapes, and orange juice for breakfast.
Then throughout the day, the students had the opportunity to read the non-fiction books they each individually wrote.
All the students enjoyed investigating the animal pelts.
As the students were sharing it was evident that they were all very proud of their work, and learned a lot about Ohio's wild animals. They did a wonderful job presenting their knowledge. We look forward to seeing where the students interests take us in 2014. Have a Happy New Year!
Mrs. Julie Atkin
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