Nate's dad came to talk to us today about his experiences being an orthopedic surgeon. The kids were mesmerized. He shared with us the kinds of things he does to help his patients and told the students that many of his instruments/tools are like those that a lot of people have in their garages! Their eyes got very big when he produced an electric screwdriver, hammer, scissors and and even a power saw. Dr. Padley shared models of bones and Audrey experienced attaching a metal rod onto a femur for added strength! Dr. Padley also told us that preforming surgery is very much like playing video games. Matthew Q. volunteered to have a cast applied to his arm. That was cool. Then, it was time for cast removal...and the saw was plugged in! Ethan quietly thanked his lucky stars he declined to be the volunteer when asked and enjoyed watching the process unfold right before his eyes! Matthew was hesitant but bravely accepted the saw as the cast was taken off. I think we may have a few future orthopedic surgeons after today's show!
Newsflash: The Field Day date has been changed from May 9th to May 16th.
Please bring at least 1 shoebox sized box to school by this Friday. Many times Payless Shoe Source have shoe boxes for the asking...
1 comment:
Mrs. Phillips,
The blog is wonderful. This is a great way for me to catch up on Nate's happenings in 1st grade. My brother, Dr. Padley, forwarded us the blog and pictures of him talking to the class. What fun. We really do miss them, but I know they enjoy Houston.
Shannon Box
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