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A Family Newsletter

Greetings, Family!

In science class, we are beginning a unit called Earth. During this unit,

students will learn about where water comes from and where it goes.

They will make a “sky window” and use it to observe the sky. They will

go on a landform walk, and learn how erosion changes landforms. The

students will also learn about some of Earth’s natural resources, and

discuss the importance of conserving and recycling resources.

You can make science interesting and real for your child by taking

the time to notice the natural world around you. After a rainstorm,

draw a chalk outline of a puddle and watch it shrink over time. Observe

the color of the sky and the type of clouds you see before, during, and

after a storm. Whenever you travel with your child, point out landforms

you see, such as mountains, hills, lakes, or plains. And talk about the

way your family helps conserve Earth’s precious resources by recycling.

At two points during this unit, your child will be given homework

assignments. The ﬁrst involves watching a sunset and noting the colors

in the sky. Your child will be asked to draw the sunset or report his

or her observations back to the class. The second assignment involves

conserving resources. Your child will bring home a homework sheet

titled Ways to Save Water. Your family will be asked to discuss how

water is used in the home and list ways in which the family could

conserve more water.

Finally, we can always use your help in the classroom. Do you or

other family members have a particular interest in or special experi-

ence with science? Would you be able to help with activities? If so,

please ﬁll out the form below and have your child return it to class.

Thank you very much for your help!

Family Newsletter

Earth

Yes! I can help in class for Earth activities.

Parent:

Student:

Phone:

E-mail:

EXPERIENCE SCIENCE

A Family Newsletter Template