What I Found on My Classroom Fridge Today…Thanks to the Student that Wrote It. You are Very Wise and Kind…

The Best Thing I’ve Ever Done Over Summer Break…

Welcome students! Feel free to browse around and see what we did last year, then return here to post your thoughts. But, before you comment here, make sure you review our guidelines for blogging.

Please respond in a complete paragraph (more if needed) to the prompt above. I have posted an example for you to follow. Find a way to creatively restate the prompt into your response, then add details to support your answer (you’ll hear that phrase quite often this year:). If you ever find that a prompt does not apply to you…you may “tweak” it a bit. Perhaps you can’t think of one event that stands out from your summer breaks, you may begin: “One of the things I love to do in the summer is…” or, maybe summer isn’t your favorite time of year, you may begin: “Because I hate the heat of the summer, I’ll describe the best thing I did last winter. My family and I…” Many options here…how you express your ideas through writing is the most important part.

To reply to a prompt:

1. Click on “Leave a Comment”

2. Type your name in the name field (First name only)

3. Copy and paste the url for our blog into the “Website” field (ask me if you need help…skip it if I’m not handy)

4. Type your comment in the comment area

5. Read and edit your comment, edit errors that you notice (If you want, you can ask someone else to read also…peer editing can be very helpful)

6. When you’re happy with your comment, click “Submit Comment”

7. Have fun!!

Welcome Students Old and New…

Hello all! I found a new site I’d like to try out. Please stop by our Wall and post a goal you have for next year. Though I worded it for 6th Grade (assuming students from last year may drop by), if you are a student of mine past or present…please post, I’d love to learn more about you. You are welcome to link to a video, picture or song…just be sure to keep your audience in mind. Refer to our blog rules if you need some guidelines. Hope you are all having a wonderful summer, and thanks for stopping by!

Band and Orchestra Tour~ Great job all!!!!

Alabama Animoto Challenge

Remember when we had the video-conference with the class from R.A. Mitchell Elementary school in Gadsden, Alabama? This is a short video they put together. Take a look and comment on what you see…

Challenge…try to identify who and what you see by including the specific name(s) in your comment (test your research and observation skills). Good luck!

more about “Alabama Animoto“, posted with vodpod

Instant Millionaire…What Would YOU Do…

Imagine that you have just won a million dollars. What would you do? Write a narrative(description) about how you would probably react, how you would spend the money, and what would happen.

Remember, don’t just say what you want to do with the money, but write about how you and your life might change. Think of your habits and behaviors now and use that information to help you.

Missoula Art Walk

We had a wonderful time at the Missoula Art Museum and the Missoula Public Library! We learned about the history of the art museum, including its transition from Missoula’s first public library to the wonderful showcase for artists it is today. For our tour, the museum highlighted the works of M.A. Papanek-Miller (A Snowman Cares for its Memory of Water), Sister Corita (Sign Language), and Marie Watt (Heirloom). We learned a whole lot of information from both the docents at the museum and the guide at the library; what was your favorite part of the day?

Animal Art with Ms. Cross

"Feast Your Eyes on Art" is the theme for the 2009 Art Show at Southgate Mall from April 28 to May 17. The mall will be filled with artwork created by students from MCPS elementary and middle schools, as well as other schools throughout the area. The show is co-sponsored by Gateway Printing, Missoulian and Southgate Mall. Please to stop by and view the talents of our MCPS students!

This month, we were fortunate to have Ms. Cross come visit our room for a special art project. She provided each student with their own art canvas, and led a project having the students paint their favorite animal image. Beginning with the negative space, then filling in the positive…students were able to experiment with shape and form. The canvases brought their creativity to a whole new level…it was really a fun process to watch! Great work you guys and thank you Ms. Cross! Many of the students have artwork showcased in the art show at the mall this month too, so stop by and take a look!

 

*If you have trouble viewing the video below…check it out at Schooltube. 

more about “SchoolTube – Animal Art with Ms. Cross“, posted with vodpod

Let’s Go Blog Hopping!!!

In this new venture into technology use in the classroom, I’m finding that through our connecting with the global world, we all benefit. We need each other…it is fun to share, discuss, and learn from others. For that reason, I am borrowing this blog topic from our friend Mr. C. (Thanks Mr. C!)

This week we are going to go commenting on some classroom blogs! Please leave a comment on at least two of the blogs listed below. Remember, do not use your last name. Please link back to this blog when they ask for a URL (copy and paste from the address bar).

Make sure your comments are positive and relevant (they should have something to do with what is posted). Think through what to say before you craft your writing. Please remember these students and teachers are important and deserve your best work! 

Mr. C’s Class Blog ~ Noel, Missouri

Geography 6 ~ Fredericksburg, Virginia

Little Voices, Little Scholars  ~ Auckland, New Zealand

Live and Learn ~ Missouri

My Web World ~ New Zealand

The Official Blog of the Daraja Academy ~ Kenya, Africa (WatchWelcome to Daraja video before commenting on the blog).

When you’re finished, stop back here and comment on the wonderful things you saw and learned about. Enjoy!!

What Books do You Like to Read?

We are wondering what you like to read! Please respond to our poll. We plan to make a graph when we’re finished, so check back later to see the results. If you would like, you can also add an explanation to the comment strand describing why you chose the books you chose. It is fun to read other readers opinions. Thanks for taking the time to help us with this project! 

*If you choose “other”, please write the title of your favorite series or book in the green bar provided. We will think of these as book referrals, so please limit choices to titles appropriate for fifth grade..thanks!

If you have time, please also post “others” in the comment strand …we’d love our readers to see the compiled list as well.