2nd & 3rd

Many families at SPARK celebrate Diwali, a Hindu festival that originated in India,

 which falls on October 31 this year.

We observed patterns of beats and movement (Math) and Elements of Dance 

to learn this song and dance in AB form (two distinct sections that repeat)

MGSE2.OA.3 Determine whether a group of objects (up to 20) has an odd or even number of members, e.g., by pairing objects or counting them by 2s; write an equation to express an even number as a sum of two equal addends.

For this activity we counted movement patterns in quadruple meter (groups of 4s), 

then determined how many sets occur before the second pattern begins.

Second graders discussed hibernation, migration, and why leaves fall, then created an autumn scene with their team representing different events of the season.

S2L1. Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the life cycles of different living organisms. a. Ask questions to determine the sequence of the life cycle of common animals in your area: a mammal such as a cat, dog or classroom pet.

During STEAM week my friend ASO bass player and composer Michael Kurth came during Music class to talk to the kids about how he uses technology in composition and showed some instruments he's invented.

   

From spring 2024 Dynamics Lesson using Growing Up by The Linda Lindas For Administrative Assistants' Day (Mrs. Dease and Mrs. Taylor)