Mrs. Pettyjohn's
5th Grade Science
Students will begin Earth Science. Students will investigate the processess that led to the formation of sedimentary rocks and fossil fuels. Students will review how landforms such as deltas, canyons, and sand dunes are the result of changes to Earth's surface (Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition) by wind, water, and ice.
Students will have a vocabulary quiz on Thursday over the following words. The link to the quizlet practice is below. quizlet.com/_40oemi Landform - a natural structure on Earth's surface Weathering - the breaking down of rock on Earth's surface Deposition - the dropping off of sediments in a new place Earthquake - the shaking of Earth's crust Erosion - the movement of sediments Sediment - small piece of weathered rock Canyon - a steep valley formed by weathering and erosion, usually by water Glacier - a huge piece of ice Delta - Triangle shaped area of sediment at the end of a river If you have not signed up for a conference with your homeroom teacher, please do so. If your child is in Mrs. Pettyjohn's homeroom you may sign up at the link below. www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0d44adae2aa7fc1-pettyjohn2 Classroom Wishlist: ziplock sandwich size & snack size bags, wipes, paper plates, napkins, plastic spoons, vegetable oil, corn syrup, flour, cornstarch, sugar, salt, used age appropriate books for our classroom library, small prizes for treasure box (examples: happy meal toys, playdough, sidewalk chalk, cars, pokemon cards, notepads, etc) Upcoming Dates: 12/10-14/18 Penguin Patch Holiday Shop 12/11 Holiday in the Hall from 5-6 PM, Choir Concert 6-6:30 PM 12/19 Big Kahuna Party Bus 12/20 JIS Early Release 12:15 & end of grading period
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