Hi Class! It’s time to write your reader’s theatre script! Click here and copy a template to your Google Drive. Your goal is to write at least 100 words per day.
Remember that you are writing for an audience of ‘tweens’ (upper elementary school / junior secondary aged kids). If you are unsure if your content is appropriate, ask!
Hi Class! As we begin exploring ancient civilizations (up to 500 CE), your action is to investigate and summarize information that you find amazing, intriguing, surprising and shocking. Copy this template to document your findings. Be ready to share your discoveries!
Hi Class! Find at least five amazing links to help students improve their understanding of fractions. Copy and past the URL (address) in your reply. For each site, provide at least a one or two sentence explanation for your recommendation – be specific! For example:
Here’s a great link to work on finding equivalent fractions. It’s fantastic for several reasons: not only can you choose the level of difficulty, and speed of the game, but also if it is a race!
If the link doesn’t work, copy and paste this address: https://www.sheppardsoftware.com/mathgames/fractions/equivalent_fractions_shoot.swf
Hi Class! Check out the information on the graphic below and share your reaction by replying to this post. Be sure to support your stance with reasons and connections. Simply stating, “I agree.” or, “I disagree.” is insufficient.
Hi Class! Hopefully you remember your assigned spots…Here are your options:
Enjoy your break everyone! Thank you for being a fun, creative, caring group of learners – it’s been a treat to work with you! I can hardly wait for the next part of our adventure…
– Mr. Bell
Hi Class! Post your WEEKLY reading reflection to this thread. Click here for some FICTION reflection ideas. If you have been reading NON-FICTION, here are some ideas for your reflection. You first post is due October 2, 2015.
Of the many tips we discussed in class, be sure to include the title of your book and the author(s) in your post. If you are reading the same book over several weeks, simply continue your thread by replying to yourself!
Hi Class! Here are some more videos to inform viewers about Canada’s political system. Have a look!
[youtube]https://youtu.be/JgBBfM8SYPA[/youtube]
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AFU17NpVS4[/youtube]
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7C8uDuhLqvg[/youtube]
[youtube]https://youtu.be/USK3Q4rsgnw[/youtube]
Hi Class! Our first blog writing activity of the year is on the topic of voter turnout. The goals in the activity are to write a persuasive paragraph containing a BIG IDEA, several supporting details, and a strong conclusion. Here are your choices:
Your initial steps are to choose one of the three topics, then post a strong opening sentence containing your BIG IDEA. This sentence clearly states a position on the issue and gives the main reason in support of your stance.
Post your sentence and wait for feedback. Once Mr. Bell has replied, begin crafting your entire paragraph. In all, there will be at least five great sentences in this activity (big idea, supporting detail 1, 2, 3, and a conclusion).
Your opening sentence is due before you leave the computer lab today. Once you have posted your sentence and are waiting, use the remaining time to complete the ‘Examine the Options‘ activity.
