Monday 28 December 2015
Here is an experiment showing how you can grow mould (and bacteria) on food. Have a look!
Here is a video about the microbes that live in and on our bodies. Are they harmful or helpful?
Sunday 20 December 2015
Hi everyone. I was doing a search on EPIC and found a large number of books about different countries that could really help you with your reports. For those of you who have subscriptions I suggest you check it out. If you do not have a subscription, I want to remind you that you can get a free 30-60 day free trial. Happy searching!
Friday 18 December 2015
Hi everyone, I hope you are enjoying the National Day events. Your homework for next week is as follows:
1) Complete your research independently (in JOT NOTE form) for your country report.
2) Complete your cover slide, introduction slide and geography slide by December 27th. (You may complete the entire project at home during the week if you choose.) I will be checking Biteslide frequently to give you feedback and advice. You may email me if you have any questions.
3) Be creative, edit carefully, have fun, and remember 'a picture is worth a thousand words'.
1) Complete your research independently (in JOT NOTE form) for your country report.
2) Complete your cover slide, introduction slide and geography slide by December 27th. (You may complete the entire project at home during the week if you choose.) I will be checking Biteslide frequently to give you feedback and advice. You may email me if you have any questions.
3) Be creative, edit carefully, have fun, and remember 'a picture is worth a thousand words'.
Saturday 12 December 2015
We are continuing our country research project for social studies. I have added a few more links in case you have having trouble finding enough information about the country you chose. There are also new links for finding the specific longitude and latitude of your country, explanations about types of government and a currency converter!
http://www.timeforkids.com/around-the-world
http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/
http://www.factmonster.com/countries.html
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/
http://www.oddizzi.com/teachers/explore-the-world/places/ (If you want to use this site for this week only, ask me!)
http://www.kids-world-travel-guide.com
http://www.our-africa.org (Africa only)
Latitude and Longitude
Types of Government
Currency Converter
http://www.timeforkids.com/around-the-world
http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/
http://www.factmonster.com/countries.html
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/globaltrek/
http://www.oddizzi.com/teachers/explore-the-world/places/ (If you want to use this site for this week only, ask me!)
http://www.kids-world-travel-guide.com
http://www.our-africa.org (Africa only)
Latitude and Longitude
Types of Government
Currency Converter
Tuesday 8 December 2015
This should help you with some of the new vocabulary (about arthropods) in your homework!
Sunday 6 December 2015
Why do all living things need to eat? Watch the video below and find out!
Saturday 5 December 2015
In case you missed it, or would like to watch it again, here is the video, The Secret of NIMH from youtube.
Sunday 29 November 2015
Wednesday 25 November 2015
Today we were learning about vertebrates and invertebrates. Here are the links to some Brainpop videos if you want to PREVIEW the lessons ahead. You can also visit page 35 in the Science Probe text to see what we learned today!
Saturday 14 November 2015
Here is a link to a map. It shows the climates of the world. What is the climate where you live? Where your teacher lives? What is the climate of a place you have visited recently? How do people adapt to each climate?
This week we are learning about climate maps in social studies. The North and South Poles have a polar climate. Have you ever wondered which pole is colder? Click on the link below to find out!
Want to learn more about endangered species and how and why we need to protect them? Visit the website below for answers to these questions and more!
Want to do some review for the quiz in two weeks? Here are some links to the characteristics of living things and the basic needs of living things. It will also help you with the research and conclusion of your potato experiment! Enjoy!
Friday 13 November 2015
The School Wide Write begins on Sunday. Here is a review of the writing process to help you prepare at home. There are some other videos on brainstorming and strengthening sentences you may also like to visit as well.
Monday 9 November 2015
What can the hummingbird in the story teach us about perseverance? How can perseverance help you reach your personal goals?
Friday 6 November 2015
Want to practice some map skills? Try out this geography game. (You may want to have a world map handy!)
We will be using Biteslide to create our presentations for our Country Report. Once you get your passwords from me, you can visit the link and get creative!
Sunday 1 November 2015
Here is a video that emphasizes the importance of setting goals in our lives. Take a look!
Wednesday 28 October 2015
Looking for a story publishing site? You might want to try out Story Jumper. Just click on the photo below.
Wednesday 21 October 2015
Sunday 11 October 2015
It's not easy to be nice all of the time. Here are a few things Kid President suggests that we should say to each other to make our classroom more awesome.
Having trouble with your spelling? Spelling City has fun games and activities to help you improve your spelling skills. Type in your word list and try out some of the games!
Thursday 8 October 2015
Here is a worksheet you can download and print to practice prime and composite numbers.
Prime and Composite Worksheet
Prime and Composite Worksheet
We are using an online reading program at school which allows me to track your child's reading. It is free for teachers, but has an added cost for home use. I have attached a flyer below for EPIC! books in case you are interested in purchasing a subscription for your home. You can use it for free for 60 days! Please give it a try!
Wednesday 7 October 2015
Here are a couple of more links with some strategies to help you understand prime and composite numbers.
Tuesday 6 October 2015
Can humans drink salt water? Where does our drinking water come from? Watch this video to find the answers to these questions and more!
Water can make us sick, if it contains harmful microorganisms. Sometimes humans are responsible for polluting or contaminating the water. Visit the link below to learn more!
This week we are reading about "Another Kind of Water Safety". Here is a video about the importance of water to our bodies.
Having trouble understanding prime and composite numbers? This Study Jam will help you out! Just click on the link.
Wednesday 30 September 2015
Typing is an important skill to have in today's world. Here is a website to help get you typing like a pro!
In Social Studies we are beginning to learn about map skills. Try out this globe quest to get to know a few of the almost 200 countries in the world. You'll visit some wonders of the world as well. There are a number of challenges on the way, so be sure and stay focused!
Wednesday 16 September 2015
Vincent van Gogh was born in the Netherlands in 1853. He enjoyed drawing from the time he was a young boy. Vincent painted hundreds of pictures during this time, sometimes painting masterpieces in a single day. Here is a picture of his famous 'Sunflowers'.
We are learning about the diversity of life in Science class. Visit these StudyJams links to check out some information about plant and animal adaptations.
Tuesday 23 June 2015
Hey guys! Found another site from Canada that you might find useful over the summer. Lots of great math explanations that you can review, some cool sports and science videos, and some English games to keep your skills sharp over the summer! There is even a link to a section for ages 2-5 if you want to practice and play with your little brothers or sisters!
Monday 22 June 2015
Hope you are enjoying your early holidays...I found this great website that can answer many of your science questions! There are also some games, experiments and simulations you can try out. For everything Science related visit:
Sunday 14 June 2015
In case you missed it... Ever imagine you were a cyclops? Create this blinking eye origami and wait no more!
Friday 12 June 2015
Forgot your Storybird password? (Send me an email and I will send you your passwords). Or, just want to experience something new? Try out this new story maker!
Friday 5 June 2015
Here is a new website I found with articles, stories, and games to help you improve your reading skills. If you are struggling with your reading or just want to practice, there are lots of read and listen to stories and poems. There are also articles to read and science experiments to try. Be sure to check out the link to Puzzlemania as well!
Wednesday 25 February 2015
There are an endless number of obstacles to exploring space. Lack of oxygen, radiation, meteoroids and more. This is a video that explains what happens if you enter space without a space suit. Take a peek!
Wednesday 11 February 2015
Sunday 18 January 2015
Here's how a volcano erupts! What are some of the dangers we face when exploring this extreme environment?
Friday 9 January 2015
Here is the link to Storybird. It has an amazing array of pictures from talented artists. Choose your favourite pictures and create an original story.
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