My inquisitive 4th grade kids struggle, as most kids do, finding their place in the world and becoming part of a community. Our class is 100% military kids, and we sit right next to a base in Honolulu.
They hunger for intriguing, real-world projects that help them realize they are part of a planet and DO have the power to Improve it.
Being a Research Biologist I am always in search of engaging cross curricular projects, trying to connect with STEAM and the new NGSS curriculum. Through Thanksgiving and winter break we just finished a “sweat equity” Heifer International project. They have begun to see they can have a positive effect on their planet.
Microscopes will be a welcome addition. Having the ability to see what is under the microscope on the computer with their group and discuss it, write about it, and explain what they see and what it means in relation to the project will make them a literate young scientist/engineer.
My Project
With such a gift students will be able to observe what the world holds secret. Microscopes have forever enriched scientists lives by giving them the opportunity to see and understand more, delving deeper into what makes up each thing and how it is alike and dissimilar to other species. The fact that these microscopes have the capability to show what is being explored on a computer makes it an even more exquisite experience for their whole group.
Imagine a world where student enthusiasm for deeper inquiry re-energizes their teacher to research a subject to keep up with the students!
Where students have spent time observing, recording, discussing and drawing conclusions about their natural world and coming up with ideas to improve it. Elementary student experimentation and inquiry into the world should be compelling enough that it continues to enrich the students life, making them look forward to what high school and college might bring.
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