What will happen to our apples over time?

This is the question Mr. Shoemaker posed to the class today.  He is helping them understand that scientists make inferences based on what we find. So, we just learned about the Kennewick man.  We connected that learning to some very interesting stuff about Egyptian mummies.  So, we have buried some apples in a mixture we combined called Natron.  From baking soda, detergent and salt.    Before we ‘buried our apples , we recorded a diagram as well as as many attributes as we could record.   Scientists really like measurements. So, we have length, width and weight.  What do you think will happen to our apples over time?

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Well, I thoroughly enjoyed conferences.  Spring Conferences are my favorite because I know the students a little better than in the fall and have already talked to most of the parents numerous times throughout the winter. 

We are lucky to have Mr. Shoemaker from Whitworth to work on his student teachnig.  He brings a wealth of knowledge to us as he has a lot of exciting life experiences.  He is more experienced than most student teachers because he is about my age! 

To summarize how things went overall for the students and their parents at conferences; most students are progressing well.   Some parents are concerned with some friendship issues.  Which is very typical for the 9-10-11 year age.  Also, many parents were happy to find that their children are still respectful at school even though at home they are starting to act like tweens! 

Well, I have also taken a bunch of new pics that will be posted here soon!  Check back soon!

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