Monday, May 31, 2010

June Persuasive Topics

Please have your child choose a topic that they are interested in and assist them with the research. There are many good articles online, as well as books and videos in the local library. Each student needs a few articles printed that show 3 good reasons for or against their topic, as well as a few pictures for a poster. Bring all items in a baggie with your child's name attached by Monday (June 7th). Last years essays and posters on animal testing, puppy mills, child labour etc. were inspiring and moving! I am looking forward to more of the same this year!


----Monty

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Hidden World of Puppy Mills

Scientists in Schools

Our Geologist will be arriving Friday Morning, June 4th for a great presentation about rocks and minerals and super hands-on activity stations. Don't miss Friday!!!

Persuasive Projects

Students are doing very well brainstorming and discussing their persuasive projects. All research and photos are due Monday June 7th!

Persuasive Writing

The art persuasion has begun! Students are beginning to write persuasive letters and essays in class. They began with the task of arguing for or against having ugly school uniforms to wear in September, and composed letters of protest to the principal. We will be moving along to persuasive essays which will have heavier social issues....puppy mills, child labour, animal abuse/testing etc. Keep watch for your child bringing home their research topics. They will be required to print information at home on their desired topic in order to provide facts and help sway their audience. Let the debates begin!

-----Monty

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Mini Science Research Projects

Please note: The mini science report Rocks and Minerals is due Thursday April 29th. Students can use the websites on their sheets as a great place to do research. Links to those sites will be posted on this calss website shortly!

Monty