Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me!
Well…that may not be true! See what we found out through saying unkind words to an apple! Even though the outside of the apple remained unchanged, we found out that the inside was not edible!
This week we are talking about idioms. An idiom is a natural manner of speaking to a native speaker of a language.
We will be performing plays that contain MANY idioms! What a fun way to learn the meaning of these phrases!
To find out the meaning of other common idioms, visit the IDIOMSITE.
1. What do you see in the painting my Leonardo da Vinci?
2. Does the painting portray people and nature realistacally?
3. Do you like the painting? Why or why not?
Today we finished typing our essays titled “I Have a Dream”. Coupled with pictures taken as students dressed as their dream, this project turned out awesome! Students even saved their work as a PDF and uploaded it to our wiki (all by themselves!). I am so impressed that my students can utilize so much technology in their every day learning. Keep up the great work Team Schulz!
Today, Mr. Dennis Regling visited our school to demonstrate the connection between magic and science. What did you think of the experiments? What did you learn?
Listen to The Power by Snap
JING Video
Mrs. Ford and Mr. Belvel have been coming to our fifth grade class to show us how to handle bullies. Today students did some role playing on what to do in specific situations. I am very proud of how my students problem solved solutions to each issue.
Fifth graders…what are your thoughts about this experience today? Have you ever been in a similar situation? How will this be helpful to you? Please remember to explain why!
If you have any questions about what Mrs. Ford or Mr. Belvel present, please ask!
Information on Leornardo da Vinci
Leonardo’s Horse…Listen to the story.
How do artists inspire future generations?
After reading the play “Wings for the King”, use the R.A.C.E. strategy to answer the following question. Make sure you use complete sentences and proper conventions. Remember to use a balance of information from the book and your own ideas.
What abilities or personal qualities do you think make a person a great inventor?
Both fifth grade classes were able to perform the play “Wings for the King” to other classes. The students worked very hard on making simple props and costumes and using fluency in their reading. Great job Fifth Graders! : )
Fifth Graders…what did you think of this experience? What did you learn? What did you like best? Why? Please post your comments below.
