Crazy. A compliment in this case. And the crazier the better when it comes to getting kids attention so they are tuned into the message you want to teach. But cool too? A tall order, indeed. Nearly a decade later, I have learned to give students opportunities to infuse things that interest them into the classroom. This back and forth keeps us all on the edge of our seats looking forward to great science experiences. I now teach 7th grade science.

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Kids Learn Science Through Rap Songs

My classroom was featured in today's NY Daily News!

Readin', writin' and rhymin': Kids learn science through rap songs
BY Ben Chapman
DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER
Tuesday, March 9th 2010, 8:15 AM

 "They're singing their hearts out for science."

Read more of the article here.

ALL my students in 713, 714 & 715  deserve a shout out for their great efforts in the rock battle!  The article couldn't mention everyone so here is a list of some top projects.  I plan to post some of the geology lyrics and student classroom performances that go along with the student created songs.

713 SHOUT OUTS

Rosalina performed  to the tune of “Bedtime Story” by Slick Rick

Imani performed to the tune of "Lean Wit It, Rock Wit It" by Dem Franchize Boyz

Jayden  & Zion created original songs.

 
714 SHOUT OUTS

Sean performed to the tune of “Crank Dat” by Soulja Boy

Wael performed to the tune of “The Fresh Prince of Bel Air” by Will Smith

Johari, Jordan, Travis, Freddy, Rafael, Danilo, Justin, Jameek all created original beats.

715 SHOUT OUTS

Mahesh performed to the tune of “24's” by T.I.

Lear performed to the tune of  “You’re a Jerk” by New Boyz

Brian performed to the tune of “Empire State of Mind” by Jay-Z

Kirrat performed to the tune of “I Can Transform Ya” by Chris Brown
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