This morning, we were very busy exploring.  First, we explored mass in Math.  We found the mass of various classroom and snack items using grams as our unit.  We recorded the measurements in our Math Journals. Then, we worked on a map scavenger hunt in Social Studies to practice our map skills and discover what information is really included in a map.  As you can see from our video, there was a lot of teamwork!

http://www.kizoa.com/Video-Maker/d25371613k6226631o1l1/mass-and-maps

Today, we voted on our class name.  Having a class name helps to unite us as a community of learners, within the larger MBS community.  The children brainstormed names they thought would make a good class name.  I put the names onto a Google Form and the children voted.  We discussed how important it is to make your own decision and not just vote the way your friend votes.  We also discussed how the “winner” of the vote is decided by the most votes or the majority.  I am proud to announce that this year we are:  the Rayner-Cyr’s Musketeers!  Our class is also going to research exactly who the real Musketeers were, including the names of the three famous ones.  Please check out our Google Form and the results below.