Last week, the 3rd Grade students presented their passion projects. The students worked very hard to become experts in their self-selected passions and create their presentations. Students utilized a variety of presentation methods and styles. Many students also learned new technology programs in order to create their presentations. Students who usually don't speak in class were presenting to complete strangers that night because they truly enjoyed their topics. I am beyond proud of all of the students for the time and work the students put into learning about and presenting their projects. As teachers, we reflect back on our teaching. I believe that throwing the 3rd graders into the "deep end" of the inquiry pool with no floaties was probably not the best way to teach them about how to research and present projects about their passions. Next year, I would like to have the first passion project of the year be more guided so the students can learn vital research t