I have been documenting our quail every single day. I need to get everything up and running so people can see. That is my goal this weekend is to get…Read more
project based learning
Pringle Challenge Is Underway!
My 4th and 5th grade ELP students are taking part in a Pringle Challenge in which they have to build a container that will keep a Pringle chip intact while…Read more
Quail Update: 4 Days Old
Last Friday we finally had class with our 5th grade ELP students. They were so excited about the quail. We talked about what had developed since we had class the…Read more
QUAIL HATCH!!!!
Late last night when I thought all was lost I was surprised to find one still alive. I thought it was a lost cause to be honest and the reason…Read more
Quail Egg Hatching Update
Yesterday (Wednesday, October 17th) was the day of hatching. Based on the 23 day incubation cycle that quail eggs follow we were to have some quail out and about yesterday….Read more
Quail Eggs – T-Minus 24 hours
In less than one day our eggs are set to hatch. Check out the live camera feed at http://www.ustream.tv/channel/aaronmaurer161 Check back often and I will try to keep everyone updated. Students…Read more
ITAG Conference Day 1: Brain on OVERLOAD, I create new Keynote!
Today was a great day of learning. It is so important for teachers to get out to these conferences to network. I learn so much from the keynotes and breakout…Read more
Hatching and Raising Quail Project Update: Day 16
Just wanted to send this out real quick. Here is an update to our quail egg project. We are attempting to raise quail in class. This first round is teacher…Read more
Seeking Feedback on 6th Grade Project
My students have “finalized” their Book Drum project on the book they read(they read Touching Spirit Bear). Please take time to check out the site and give your…Read more
Quail PBL: Incubator in my office!
In order for my 4th and 5th grade students to further understand bald eagles, we have decided to do a little project based learning with quail. You can read about the…Read more