Today our gumshoes were up to the task of deciphering coded messages. They looked at several different types of ciphers and codes and picked out patterns to uncover the underlying message. They also wrote their own codes for their friends to crack. Use these websites at home to continue with your explorations!
Mirror Writing
Cryptokids
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| A light filter code. |
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| Using a pigpen cipher. |
We also practiced the Habit of Mind, Persisting as we looked at more DNA codes to match suspects to their crimes. Students were also able to compete with their DNA challenge questions from last week. We used a "stuck on the escalator" analogy to discuss perseverance and taking the next step in our learning to overcome challenges.
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| DNA Close Reading Face-off |
Third graders sent their solo time reviewing median, mode, and range with some friendly penguin buddies. They grouped the penguins to create data sets for their friends to calculate the averages.
Second graders spent their solo time practicing creativity and completing a NERDS activity to create their perfect imaginary friend based on the book
Beekle by Dan Santat.
We also threw in some brain stretchers, M
astermind, and conquered the
daily Set puzzle!
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