GradeK_2008

__January 12-February 6__ Students were introduced to the computer lab and participated in the creation of rules to follow when using the computer lab. Students were then introduced to the program TuxPaint, which they used to draw images of their favorite games (to go along with their Toys & Games unit).

__February 6-March 20__ Students learned a new program call Kidspiration, which they used to categorize different types of products, as well as to match products and their respective sources. The unit concluded with students creating their own product and illustrating their design using TuxPaint.

__March 31-May 4__ Students interacted with a new program called Google Earth, which they used to explore the world and its water sources. Students then used [|Kidspiration] to test their knowledge of the water cycle. After that, students explored a water use calculator to determine how much water their family uses every day. The unit concluded with students recording themselves (using [|Audacity]) discussing ways to conserve water.

__May 4-June 10__ Students will use TuxPaint to create a drawing of themselves as their character in the Kindergarten movement show. Students will then use [|Audacity] to record themselves describing their character, in either French or Spanish. To conclude the year, students will reflect on the skills they have learned in IT.