What is a scientist?

This week I introduced personal science notebooks to the children.  It is going to be a place for us to store our observations, experiments, and ideas regarding science topics.  To start this process I asked the question, "What is a scientist?"  

"A scientist makes potions."
"A scientist is a smart person."
"A scientist can make monsters."
"A scientist can learn about things."

We talked briefly about the types of scientists (geologist, zoologist, architect, etc...)  and found out that there were a few scientists in our families!  We chose notebooks and drew what we knew or maybe would like to know about scientists.

doctor

smart person

We went over notebook guidelines that we will refer back to when needed.  Soon we will be discussing tools and sign a safety contract on how to use those tools.  Look forward to that blog post soon.