This was another full week, and we were very grateful to be able to have the time to go through everything we needed to do.
In LA we have been working on our Medieval Christmas unit. What we are doing is exploring many of the traditions that have come down to us from the middle ages in Europe, and some of those that have not. Each student is completing exercises, either in reading, word study or writing and then checking to see how they did. There is a large number of activities, so our hope is to have this unit completed just before Christmas. We are also writing a descriptive paragraph using a picture of a Christmas tree which will be due next Wednesday. I am again looking forward to seeing the amazing creations the class will be bringing forward.
In Science we spent the week examining footprints and fingerprints. The class was very keen to learn about these aspects of forensic science and especially enjoyed fingerprinting themselves using graphite (pencil lead) and tape. Make sure you ask to see your child's complete fingerprint set! We also learned the four classifications of fingerprints and how ridge characteristics further individualise the prints. All in all, we learned some cool new things.
In Social Studies we moved beyond the study of local government to examining the structure of our provincial government and the layout of the legislature in Edmonton. This was a good way for us to learn about how our political structure supports the processes of democracy in Alberta. We will be wrapping up our local and provincial government unit soon and hopefully start on ancient Athenian democracy before Christmas.
In CE we had a great chapel, continuing to examine the story of how God moved in history, through the life of Abraham to bring us closer to Him. And we spent some time in class examining salt and light, to see how the beneficial properties of these substances are analogous to how Christians are called to make this world a better place, simply by our presence.
All in all, a lot accomplished this week, and one that we enjoyed immensely (despite some weird weather!).
Have a great weekend, and I hope to see you all next week for interviews!
