Happy Thanksgiving - Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

Current Themes & Supporting Websites: Science: This month in science we will be doing a variety of experiments with states of matter. Our key unit will be the Lawrence Hall of Science unit, Liquid Explorations. Try this activity from BBC Schools: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/science/activities/gases.shtml http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/science/activities/gases.shtmlshapeimage_14_link_0
Math: Students should begin working with addition and subtraction flashcards at home to build speed with the basic facts. Interactive 2nd grade math practice: AAAMath Grade level math practice at Kidporthttp://www.aaaknow.com/grade2.htmhttp://www.kidport.com/default.htmshapeimage_16_link_0shapeimage_16_link_1
Family Activities & Excursions Later in the year we will be learning about butterflies, but the monarch migration is now in full swing. Places for week-end visits: Natural Bridges Park in Santa Cruz is offering week-end butterfly tours through November. Ardenwood Historic Farm also has butterfly tours on the week-ends, from October through December (or as long as the monarchs are there. 34600 Ardenwood Boulevard (Ardenwood Boulevard exit off Highway 84) Fremont, CA 94555-3645 (510) 796-0199http://www.santacruzstateparks.org/parks/natbridgeshttp://www.ebparks.org/parks/ardenwoodshapeimage_19_link_0shapeimage_19_link_1