I have a sign placed out side my door that reads "LAB". Student know that they are to enter the room get their lab coats on and get ready to work. This gives them the "true scientist" feeling. I place all my supplies on a tray for each student table to pick up when they come into my class. I have the objective posted on the board. I use inquiry method and ask students to read objectives and look at their materials and infer what they will be doing with the lab materials. Students are always eager to come to class to see what is posted on the sign.

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C. Wilson, 6th Grade teacher

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