Friday, April 29, 2011

Books Featured the Week of April 25th

Dog Loves Books by Louise Yates

Miss Brooks Loves Books by Barbara Bottner

I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish by Neil Gaiman

The Three Questions by John Muth

Because of Mr. Terupt


Check out Rob Buyea's website. Kindle Klub is currently reading Because of Mr. Terupt and using this website to learn more about the book.
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Kindle Klub!


Thank you to Andy, Gustavo, Matt, Joseph, and Chris for participating in our first 'all boy' Kindle Klub. The discussion was lively and interesting. The boys enjoyed reading Because of Mr. Terupt and are excited to get the sequel when it comes out!

3rd Grade Update!


3rd grade completed their research, sorted their facts, and are now ready to begin creating eBooks using Pages. They have been placed in their eBook team having an expert on transportation, culture, and architecture. The students are excited to become famous authors and illustrators!

Kindergarten!


The Kindergarteners began drawing fish using the Pixie program. They have taken their drawings back to the classroom to begin writing stories about their fish!

1st Grade Research


The 1st graders have begun their insect/fish research using the PebbleGo database. The students are gathering information on their animal's body, habitat, food, life cycle, and fun facts. Once their research is complete, they will create PhotoBooth videos with a partner.

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Mother's Day Cards

Kindergarten just finished making Mother's Day cards using ComicLife. They learned how to turn on the cameras on their computer and take a "loving" picture of themselves. Ssshhh, don't tell - it's a surprise!