Monday, March 30, 2009

The Environment

Earth Day is quickly approaching. Go to the following links to become better informed. Remember to answer the questions on your handouts in complete sentences.

Waste: The Great Garbage Caper

The Journey of a Wildlife Photographer

Monday, March 23, 2009

Sunday, March 22, 2009

CELEBRATE WORLD WATER DAY!

Every March 22nd is designated world water day. Click on the following link to watch the video, "The Adventures of Super Toilet." Once you have watched the video you will go to the next link to play some games. After playing some games visit the last site to learn a bit more about "water" issues around the world.

Let the Adventure Begin

Games

Water Around the World

Sunday, March 8, 2009

The World Around Us

It is important for us to know about the world around us. Today we integrated math and art together. You created Islamic Geometric Art. Now let's learn something about the Islam holiday - Ramadan. Click on the link below and read the information. Did you make any connections? Do you have any questions?

Ramadan

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

The Talking Earth

Background research is useful when beginning a new novel because it allows you to develop your own schema. Use the following sites to gain pertinent information about "The Talking Earth."

Seminole Tribe

Plants and Animals of Everglades

Jean Craighead George