The Buzz in Ms. Rikard's Class

Habitat Dioramas

If you have walked past our classroom lately, you have been surrounded by jungles, deserts, farmlands, oceans, and even the frozen arctic!  After studying a unit on animals and thier habitat, students chose thier favorite animal and created a diorama exhibiting the correct environment in which it lives.  Students then presented thier information to the class.  From Matthew's penquins to Tyler's stable horses, we learned tons of new information on many interesting animals!  I can't wait to see future projects from these creative kids!

Recycling Responsibility

Have you ever tried to help others or do something that would make the world a better place?  That is exactly what Jovanny does every Friday!  Jovanny is our representative to the J.H. House Recycling Club!  He goes from room to room every Friday to pick up papers to recycle.  These papers are collected and taken to the Recycling Center to be reused!  Wow, we're saving trees here!  This is a job for a responsible person that cares about our earth.  Jovanny knows that this is an important job and he takes it seriously!  Do you know of other things we could do to help our environment?  We want to have a clean earth for our children and grandchildren, after all!

Mesmerizing Mo

Who knew that having a class pet could be so much fun?!  We have been learning about the needs of animals in our science class.  So, we know that Mo, our class guinea pig, needs air, water, food, and shelter.  My class has been very responsible with him, making sure that he has plenty of water in his bottle, a clean cage to sleep and play in, and tons of food to keep his fat belly full.  His favorite snacks are Timothy Hay and carrots.  Believe me, he never goes hungry!  We have enjoyed hearing him chatter at times and petting him in the afternoon.  He wasn't too excited about moving around in the giant ball though and he completely walked out of the little leash.  How in the world will Mo get his exercise?  Any suggestions?  Our furry friend keeps us constantly entertained.  Sometimes he is just mesmerizing and we can't keep our eyes off of him!  We have loved having him as a pet.  Have you ever had a great pet?

Making Memories in Third Grade

     I vividly remember my third grade year many, many years ago!  Mrs. Brook taught me multiplication and my best friend Molly broke her arm.  My biggest worries were who to invite to my spend the night parties and which Strawberry Shortcake shirt to wear.  Wow, the times have changed!  I do remember how important the little things are to third graders though, and it constantly amazes me when they sweat the small stuff!

     Our year is off to a great start and we are busy learning and making friends already.  The next nine months will be filled with cursive writing, multiplication facts, narrative elements, and map skills...but we won't forget the fun stuff either!  A trip to CNN, a magic show, field day, and exciting projects...we're going to stay busy!  Are you ready?

     My kids are excited to begin making their own memories!  I wonder what they are looking forward to the most!  I also wonder what others remember most about their third grade year.  Well, away we go!  Keep up with the buzz!