Wed Science and History

The kids had a good day and they got along really well.
History- we talked about the villages and cities in Africa. They are really able to point out the desert areas and savanna and rain forest, the rivers and Lake Victoria. We specifically talked about Marrakech, Nairobi, Kinshasa and Cape Town. We finished the relief maps and used the extra dough to make beads. I baked them, but they were still a little soft. They didn't want to put them together here so I sent home the beads and some string. We also talked about how they don't have telephones in most homes and how they can relay a message through drums. We were going to try to make our own messages, but forgot at the end.

Science- we talked about pond life for animals. They made little ponds with the animals and plants. Quinn didn't want to color his pictures, but then he added his own fish and I think food. Ella seemed a little tired and said she would finish at home. On our way back from picking up Josh and Shaylene from school, we stopped at the Lake to get some water sample and see the ducks. When we first arrived the ducks all swarmed to us and made a big fuss. My kids would have been scared if I let it continue, I couldn't believe how agressive they were. I don't think there would be any nests and eggs around at this time of year. I just let the ducks know who's boss, and they decided to take a swim.

I forgot to do points until it was too late, but they all got 5's for a great day.