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Is it a fad or not?

Hi Class! Is the Harlem Shake a fad or not? Click the link here to read about this popular dance style.  Discuss some of the following ideas: What is a ‘fad’? What makes something spread on the Internet? How did … Continue reading

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The Great Fracking Debate…

Hi Class!  It’s time for civilized arguing. You’ve read about fracking and have explored both sides of the issue. Now it is time to take a stand. Are you in favour of or opposed to natural gas fracking? Post a … Continue reading

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Poetry Parade…

Hi Class! Research a poem you connect with. Once you have identified a meaningful poem, provide the following details in your post: a link to the poem (thew web address) If you have a favourite poem from a book, it … Continue reading

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Freestyle Write…

Hi Class! Share some writing with your classmates and beyond. The topic is up to you (provided it is appropriate for the school workplace). Start a debate, share an idea, be creative and write a story. It’s a free writing … Continue reading

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Welcome Back Poetry

Hi Class! It is time to embark on the second leg of our cruise. Spring Break is only about 10 weeks away so we are getting back up to speed today. Your first writing activity is to post a poem … Continue reading

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Sociograms

Hi Class! Here are the links to your sociograms. Be sure to provide feedback to at least six classmates. Spencer Drew Melissa Kelsey Gabby Issac Shace Sydney Jada Cassie Tyler Serena Jake Shaleyea Jillian Kobe Dylan Jaxson Kaleb Emily Jacob

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Mouthwatering Descriptions Wanted…

Hi Class! This week’s writing topic is designed to make mouths water: What is the greatest sandwich of all time? Describe it in detail, top to bottom, layer by layer. Your descriptive response is due October 29 (Monday).

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Longer Days For Longer Weekends

Hi Class! What are your likes and dislikes regarding long weekends in relation to your learning? Beyond the assumption that we love long weekends, consider how long weekends impact your ability to learn. Would you prefer a longer school day … Continue reading

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Animal Astronauts – Any Thoughts?

Hi Class! This week we will debate the issue of animal astronauts (click the link if you forgot about the reading). Your writing opportunity has three parts. First, choose a side in this debate and make a convincing argument(s) in … Continue reading

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Point of View

Share your composition. Remember to describe a day in the life of the snowman considering all of the senses. Use a vivid vocabulary, vary your sentence structures, and organize your thoughts.

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