SEE YOU LATER MESSAGES May 28, 2008

Let’s not say “good-bye” that sounds like forever,
Instead let’s say “see you later” or “have a great summer!”

Leave a message for one or for all,
We’ll meet again in the fall!

Tecnology helps me learn… May 28, 2008

 

EQ: How can technology help me learn?

Boys and Girls,

The school year is almost over.  We have done a variety of activities using technology.  Kerpoof stories and movies, smart board activities, games, typing practice, writing poems & stories, visiting websites for research and fun, making movies, BLOGGING and more! Tell me, How has technology helped you learn?

AMERICAN IDOL FINALE!!!! May 21, 2008

 

WHO WILL WIN AND BE THE AMERICAN IDOL 2008?!

Tonight is the finale of American Idol… it is down to two guys. David Cook- the rocker and David Archuleta – the ballad singer. The are both very good, who will you vote for?!

Local Government May 21, 2008

EQ: What is Local Government?

We have read and learned about how the local government works.  Compare and Contrast city and county governments.  How are they alike? How are they different? (hint: you may use your text!)

Yunmi and Halmoni’s Trip May 21, 2008

EQ: How do good readers Predict Outcomes?

 

Have you ever taken a trip to visit relatives or friends? Write about a trip you have taken.  What made the visit exciting? What made the trip difficult? Tell what was most interesting about your trip.

Across the Wide Dark Sea: The Mayflower Journey April 29, 2008

EQ: How do good readers make inferences?

The young boy in the story is traveling across the huge ocean to the unknown land.  Put yourself in his shoes. What kinds of feelings would you have on your journey?

Remember, you would have to leave everything you know like your family and friends, your house and school and even toys.  The journey could take several months, cramped on ship, with the same old stale food everyday.  The journey could be dangerous with all the storms and people getting sick and you wouldn’t have much to do. But also remember why you are going on your journey, what do you expect to do when you get there? Is it worth it? How does that make you feel?

 

Ms. Arthur broke her foot… April 25, 2008

 

 

Ms. Arthur was riding on a 4-wheeled ATV last weekend when it accidentally flipped spilling Ms. Arthur and her 2 brothers and sister out.  Thankfully, Ms. Arthur ONLY has a broken foot from the accident.  It could have been a lot worse!! What advice do you have for Ms. Arthur? Should she ride the ATV ever again? Why or why not? 

Welcome LINDSAY!!!!!!!! April 8, 2008

Let’s all give Lindsay a warm wordpress welcome! Leave her a comment about what she will like about her new class!

Prince Caspian Predictions March 26, 2008

EQ: What do you think will happen next?

We are reading the 4th exciting adventure from the The Chronicles of Narnia collection called Prince Caspian. So far it seems as if the children have mysteriously returned to Narnia-the magical land where they had ruled as kings and queens long before. But why have they returned? What magical adventure are they in store for? Comment your predictions after each chapter we read.

Are you ready for the PSSA’s? March 26, 2008

EQ: What strategies will help you do your best?

It’s about time to take the PSSAs.  You have learned so much in third grade.  Leave some encouraging words for your classmates! Or give a tip! What strategies will you use to help you do your best on the test?

Nights of the Pufflings March 17, 2008

EQ: What is Fact and Opinion?

Read Nights of the Pufflings in your anthology.  Pick a question to answer below, be sure to use facts from the text.

1. Why do Puffins come to the island?

2. What do Puffins look like and what do they do?

3. What do growing puffin chicks do?

4. What happens to Pufflings’ at first flight to sea?

Teacher Talent Show 08 March 14, 2008

EQ: What kinds of talents do teachers have? Did you see the Teacher Talent show? Who did you see? Which were your favorites?

Freedom Train – Harriet Tubman’s Story March 12, 2008

EQ: Why is Harriet Tubman important to American History?

Today we went to the Forum to see the play called Freedom Train.  It was about Harriet Tubman’s life.  Tell me at least one fact you learned today about why Harriet Tubman is important to American History.

Our class reads THE CAT IN THE HAT March 6, 2008

My Montage 3/6/08

Read Across America March 4, 2008

EQ: Why is reading FUN? 

This week we are celebrating Read Across America! It is also Dr. Seuss’ Birthday. What’s your favorite part of the week?

The Garden of Abdul Gasazi March 4, 2008

 

EQ: What is Story Structure?

Chris Van Allsburg, the award winning children’s author wrote favorites such as the Polar Express and Jumanji.  He also wrote the story we are reading in class, The Garden of Abdul Gasazi. 

Write a short summary of the story.  Be sure to include the story structure (characters, setting, and plot.)  End your summary with your thoughts…how did you like it?!

Hey American Idol Fans! February 28, 2008

EQ: Why does American Idol ROCK!  

American Idol 2008 is well under way! Are you a fan? Do you have a favorite boy? Do you have a favorite girl? What do you think about the judges? Tell me what you think! Write a comment about who you like and don’t like so far.

What do you like to read? February 28, 2008

EQ: Why do good readers read a variety of genres?

We have learned that there are many genres of books. Fairy Tales, Mysteries, Biographies, Realistic Fiction, Fantasy and more.  Which do you prefer? Write a comment about your favorite genre. Be sure to give a reason why!

Welcome! February 28, 2008

EQ: How can we use technology in the classroom? 

Hi! Welcome to our classroom blog. This is a place for us to discuss things we are learning in school as well other things that interest us. Feel free to share your ideas on what to blog about. What do you think so far?

Thanks for visiting!