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Goal

This project aims instill a life-long love and appreciation of science and scientific knowledge in young students through hands-on, discovery-based learning. Students will be engaged in active learning activities that promote critical thinking, fosters innovation, and encourages problem-solving skills. By creating an environment where students can explore and experiment, we ignite a passion for learning and innovation.  

What will be done with my students

When students apply what they’ve learned in the classroom through hands-on experimentation and activities, they develop a deeper understanding of the content being taught. We will conduct a series of interactive standards-based, scientific investigations throughout the school year, with the goal of providing at least two hands-on scientific investigations for each of the Big Ideas in the 4th grade Next Generation Sunshine State Standards:
o Big Idea 4: Earth in Space and Time
o Big Idea 6: Earth Structures
o Big Idea 16: Heredity and Reproduction
o Big Idea 17: Interdependence 

Benefits to my students

• Hands-on learning is a way to support all students, including those with learning barriers such as English-Language Learners and students with learning disabilities learners
• Hands-on learning develops critical thinking skills.
• Hands-on learning fosters a deeper understanding of scientific content
• Students will learn valuable teamwork and collaboration skills during active investigations that require working with a partner or small group to achieve a goal.
• Evaluation will be based on performance assessments as well as improvements in students' problem-solving skills and increased engagement in class as well as their scientific knowledge of topics taught and put into practice.

• The grant funds will be used to purchase the following materials:
o Mineral testing kits (scratch plates, steel nails for testing hardness, etc) for our Rocks & Minerals unit.
o Butterfly and Ladybug Growing Kits to demonstrate complete vs. incomplete metamorphosis during our Life Cycles unit.
o Electric circuit kits and batteries for our Electricity unit.
o Magnet kits and balance scales for testing magnetism and measuring mass during our Properties of Matter unit.
o Materials for creating solar ovens during our Energy unit, which will be put to use and tested for effectiveness.

• This year, the project will impact 120 students, with an estimated 300 – 400 students benefiting in the future as some of these resources can be reused year after year.
 

Budget Narrative

We plan to purchase various items to support our innovative, inquiry-based investigations. These materials will enhance students' learning experiences and provide opportunities for hands-on exploration. The estimated total cost for program supplies is $1,000. We will work closely with our bookkeeper to ensure we get the best value for our budget 

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