4th/5th Grade: In class this week, we have started observing living organisms! Our isopods ("rolly pollies") and beetles arrived, and we discussed, observed and contrasted their bodies and behaviors. Over the next few lessons we will be observing how they interact with their environments, and which conditions are preferable for them. What did the beetles and isopods look like? How are they different? How are they similar? What sort of environmental conditions do you think are best for them?
We also worked on more terrarium observations. Our plants are big, and we'll be taking them home next week as there isn't a lot of space left in our terrariums. If you have a good container for a few plants, please send it it with your students. A number of students have asked for the "directions" to set up a terrarium at home. They should know - they did it already! Potting soil, seeds of choice, and a lettuce container are perfect to get you started. Water is needed to get soil moist, and then just place in a sunny location. A lid helps to keep the moisture level high until your plants reach the top of the container, and then you must keep an eye on the wetness of the soil. Our plants germinated in just a few days and are now 30 cm high after just three weeks! You can insects and isopods from outdoors if you'd like. Voila, a terrarium!
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