Students have enjoyed learning about the cold climates of both the north and south poles and I wanted to connect that knowledge to our balancing and weighing unit that we are currently working on. So, students enjoyed a short day study about Eskimos where they researched information.
Students enjoyed creating a mobile to demonstrate their knowledge of balancing and weighing. Students watched the YouTube video above showing the work of Alexander Calder to see what a mobile looks like prior to getting their materials and beginning to construct their own mobiles.
It was very interesting to watch students. Some were able to easily use their straws paperclips and cutouts to create a balanced mobile. Others quickly became frustrated if things didn't go according to their plan. I still believe hands-on learning is one of the best ways for students to learn and make sense of their own learning!
Students have enjoyed learning about the cold climates of both the north and south poles and I wanted to connect that knowledge to our balancing and weighing unit that we are currently working on. So, students enjoyed a short day study about Eskimos where they researched information. 
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