Always Question,Always Wonder!

Always Question,Always Wonder!

Science Grant First Grade2017-2018

We had an exciting yearof science learning! TheFoundation of Allen Schoolsgenerously supported ourscience program with books,live specimens, and sciencematerials to enhance ourlearning.

Observing worms for our plant and soil study.

Our first grade received over $650 worth of materials that were used for science discoveries and observations.

We made a terrarium – observing

the water cycle give moisture to

plants inside the dome.

When our new Stemscience kits arrived this fall, our smiles stretched from ear to ear!

Students explore and problem solve using the manipulatives provided by theFoundation grant. Risk-taking was encouraged!

Working with magnets

A high-light of ourlife cycle study wasobserving Max, ourtadpole, turn intoa frog!

Life Cycle Unit

Learning becomespermanent when creating!

States of Matter Unit

Science journals are a key element in our science lessons. Students document learning and discoveries.

Writing is correlatedwith science. FirstGraders researched and created anon-fiction book.

Always Wonder, Always Question!A Classroom Science Grant

2017-2018

Funded by

The Foundation

for Allen Schools

Parent Handbook

A handbook was created to assist parents. Numerous activities were included to continue the learning process at home.

Thank You!From the Kerr Elementary

First Graders!

The Foundation of Allen Schools has had a tremendous impact upon our students’ educational opportunities. The resources have enriched our classrooms and sparked interest for all learners. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to enhance our classroom with additional resources.

For more information in regards to the Foundation for Allen grant Always Wonder, Always Question!

Contact: Regena BellKerr ElementaryAllen, Texas 75013