Reproduction

Day one teaching the reproduction to the 7-8th graders went better than expected. They handled it maturely and asked a lot of good questions. Normally, this body system would be the last one we tackle, but with the student teacher coming at the end of our body system unit, we all decided it would be better to do this one before she came. Less awkward that way. Some things would've made more sense if we had already learned about the execratory and digestive systems, but we'll get to those. 

After class, one of the girls asked me if we were finished with the tough stuff or if it gets worse. I was happy to tell her that the worst was over. Today focused on the parts of the reproductive system; Wednesday focuses on baby development in the womb. 

The 5-6th graders are making me a tad nervous. They have a writing project due Friday, but it seems like they're spending most of their work time on their WWII powerpoints that aren't due for another two weeks. Sigh. They always do this, wait until the last minute to get their project done. Actually, there is one boy working on his. One out of six. They do have a half an hour study hall time with Mr. E after math, so maybe they're working on it then. Time will tell!