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
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 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!
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!
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.
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!
This will be my 14th year of teaching at Ivy Hill Elementary School in Arlington Heights, IL. I taught 9 years in grades 4 and 5 and am currently the LMC Director. I went to Glenbrook North High School in Northbrook, Illinois, Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas and National-Louis University in Evanston, Illinois. I have a Masters in Education and have completed an English as a Second Language and Library Media endorsement. I am married, have 3 children, and live in Northbrook, Illinois.