Welcome!!

I am so excited to spend the 2014-2015 school year with you all! I am looking forward to getting to know each of you during 5th grade. Let's make this a great year!!

Scientist Research links

http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/scientists.html

https://kids.usa.gov/science/scientists/index.shtml

sciencewithme.com/category/learn-about/famous-scientists/

http://www.ducksters.com/biography/ - "Scientists and Inventors"

Common Denominators

Colonial Shark Tank

Where do you live research

Comment below explaining where and why you chose to settle in this region of the colonies. What are important ideas and products that you need to survive?

Roanoke

http://www.history.com/videos/mystery-roanoke#mystery-roanoke

http://theshadowlands.net/roanoke.htm

http://www.foxnews.com/scitech/2012/05/07/new-clue-to-mystery-lost-roanoke-colony/

Quotations

Comment below with your powerful quote. It should be a fact that is surprising, shocking, or a life lesson. Be sure it relates to one of your reasons. Include the source of your quote in your comment.

Weather Science Study Guide

Here are the items that are on the assessment:

Vocabulary	Anemometer Thermometer Barometer Rain Gauge Satellite Image Wind Vane
Atmosphere	What is it?
Water Cycle	Know the following Terms: 1.       Evaporation 2.       Run off 3.       Condensation 4.       Precipitation 5.       Collection 6.       transpiration