Mark Twain scientists have started off the year by reviewing class expectations and lab safety rules. The number one priority in the science lab is keeping our young scientists safe. We do lots of “hands-on” science which means that we work with a variety of materials. Our scientists must follow certain rules in order to stay safe. These rules are established to ensure a safe, calm atmosphere where we can conduct meaningful investigations and experiments. Students “Science and Safety” grade is affected by a student’s behavior in the science lab.
Science Lab Rules
• Come into class calmly, sit in assigned seat, and wait quietly for instruction.
• Listen when others are speaking.
• Raise hand and wait for a turn to talk.
• Raise hand and ask for permission to leave assigned seat.
• Keep hands and feet off others.
• Respect classroom materials.
• Follow instructions.
• Leave quietly and calmly.
Rewards
Students are rewarded for following the science lab rules by:
• The privilege of doing hands-on science in a stimulating learning environment
• Praise
• Stickers
Consequences
If students are unable to follow the science lab rules, they will receive one or more of the following consequences:
• Warning
• Observation chair- sitting in a chair removed from the rest of the class to observe activities, but not participate.
• Report of misbehavior to teacher on the class “behavior chart”
• Parent contact
What is Your Young Scientist
Studying in Science Lab?
Kinder- The Sense of Smell
First- Measurement
Second- Plants
Third- Properties of Water
Fourth- Buoyancy
Fifth- Scientific Method
Science Happenings Around “H-town”
Visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science:
• Lucy’s Legacy: The Hidden Treasures of Ethiopia: Opens August 31st.
• Treasures from Shanghai: 5,000 Years of Chinese Art and Culture: Opens September 14th.
• Alligator Swamp Tour: Day Excursion; September 15th 9:30-11:30.
• Lizards and Snakes: Alive!: Opens September 21st.
• The Alps: Giants of Nature and Sea Monsters 3D: A Prehistoric Adventure. IMAX premieres October 5th.
• Fall Plant Sale: October 6th 9 a.m. -3 p.m. Best selection of plants that provide nectar for butterflies and food for caterpillars; 7th floor of HMNS parking garage.
• Fragile Nature: Opens October 6th.
• Tricks, Treats, & T-Rex: Family event October 27th; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• Dino Days Festival: November 3rd; noon- 5 p.m. Fun-filled fossil festival with dozens of interactive displays and programs featuring dinosaurs and programs featuring dinosaurs and other fossils.
For more information, prices and times visit www.hmns.org.
George Observatory
• Astronomy Day 2007- October 20, 3-10 p.m.
For more information, visit www.astronomyday.org.
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