You and your team must complete the following questions. Answer in complete sentences, within the space. First team to get all right will win a coin to buy back a free computer period from Ms. Silverberg
Computer Volume
Keep it Medium!!!
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Team Race for Technology Coin!
You and your team must complete the following questions. Answer in complete sentences, within the space. First team to get all right will win a coin to buy back a free computer period from Ms. Silverberg
Monday, December 5, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Silly Sights of November FIND IT!!
Activity 1
Activity 2
Please go to Professor Garfield and explore the different activities available there.
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Activity 2
Please go to Professor Garfield and explore the different activities available there.
CLICK HERE
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
November 18 - 23 ALL 3rd grade classes
Students will work on the following assignments during Technology periods. Please use proper headings, complete sentences and LABEL your work in your notebooks. These assignments will be part of 2nd marking period assignments. You will get the new project after the Thanksgiving Holidays. Thank you.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Thursday, October 27, 2011
2/3-104
Addition and Subtraction
http://www.mathplayground.com/wpdatabase/Addition_Subtraction_Facts_2.htm
http://www.mathplayground.com/wpdatabase/Addition_Subtraction_2DigitRG_2.htm
Money & Candy
http://www.beaconlearningcenter.com/WebLessons/CoinsForCandy/money002.htm
http://www.mathplayground.com/wpdatabase/Addition_Subtraction_2DigitRG_2.htm
http://www.mathplayground.com/wpdatabase/Addition_Subtraction_3Digit_1.htm
http://www.mathplayground.com/wpdatabase/Addition_Subtraction_Facts_2.htm
http://www.mathplayground.com/wpdatabase/Addition_Subtraction_2DigitRG_2.htm
Money & Candy
http://www.beaconlearningcenter.com/WebLessons/CoinsForCandy/money002.htm
http://www.mathplayground.com/wpdatabase/Addition_Subtraction_2DigitRG_2.htm
http://www.mathplayground.com/wpdatabase/Addition_Subtraction_3Digit_1.htm
Monday, October 24, 2011
Science Warm Up!
Answer Four (4) of the following questions in your notebook by researching the Internet.
Do not COPY the question. Answer the question by taking part of the question and adding it with your answer in complete sentences.
Science Warm-up
1. Your teacher has a piece of bark sitting on the table. Your science class has been talking about things that are living and things that are not living. Is the bark living, non-living, or once living? Why?
2. What is your favorite dinosaur? Explain why it's your favorite dinosaur.
3. Life Science: Human Body
Our tongues are sensitive to four flavors. What are these four flavors? Where are the sense receptors for these flavors located on the tongue?
4. Is the ocean solid, liquid, or gas? Explain your answer.
5. Your teacher has a piece of bark sitting on the table. Your science class has been talking about things that are living and things that are not living. Is the bark living, non-living, or once living? Why?
Do not COPY the question. Answer the question by taking part of the question and adding it with your answer in complete sentences.
Science Warm-up
1. Your teacher has a piece of bark sitting on the table. Your science class has been talking about things that are living and things that are not living. Is the bark living, non-living, or once living? Why?
2. What is your favorite dinosaur? Explain why it's your favorite dinosaur.
3. Life Science: Human Body
Our tongues are sensitive to four flavors. What are these four flavors? Where are the sense receptors for these flavors located on the tongue?
4. Is the ocean solid, liquid, or gas? Explain your answer.
5. Your teacher has a piece of bark sitting on the table. Your science class has been talking about things that are living and things that are not living. Is the bark living, non-living, or once living? Why?
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Endangered Animals
Greetings,
Here is a list of endangered animals you may research
The top 10 most endangered species according to the World Wildlife Federation are:
Black Rhino,
Giant Panda,
Tiger,
Beluga Sturgeon,
Goldenseal,
Alligator
Snapping Turtle,
Hawksbill Turtle,
Big Leaf Mahogany,
Green Cheeked Parrot, and
Mako Shark.
Please choose one and begin answering your research questions.
Here is a list of endangered animals you may research
The top 10 most endangered species according to the World Wildlife Federation are:
Black Rhino,
Giant Panda,
Tiger,
Beluga Sturgeon,
Goldenseal,
Alligator
Snapping Turtle,
Hawksbill Turtle,
Big Leaf Mahogany,
Green Cheeked Parrot, and
Mako Shark.
Please choose one and begin answering your research questions.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
CTT Classes
Select your grade and begin Unit 1 of Everyday Math
If you don't know certain math terms, look them up here:
Use the math dictionary to help you with definitions DICTIONARY
CLICK
3rd Grade EDM
2nd Grade EDM
If you don't know certain math terms, look them up here:
Use the math dictionary to help you with definitions DICTIONARY
CLICK
3rd Grade EDM
2nd Grade EDM
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Friday, April 29, 2011
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Shiloh Questions
Shiloh Chapter 13 & 14 pages 106 - 121
1. What does Marty do to try to keep Shiloh?
a) Marty goes to Judd's house to confront him,
b) Marty runs away from home with Shiloh.
c) Marty sends Shiloh to David's aunt and uncle's house in Ohio.
d) Marty talks to the sheriff about how Judd treats his dogs.
2. What does Marty see on the way to Judd's house?
a) Judd kicking his dogs.
b) Judd kills a deer.
c) Judd shots a rabbit.
d) Judd selling moonshine to the hunters.
3. What happens if you shoot a deer out of season?
a) nothing
b) You are arrested.
c) a $200 fine
d) You will receive a prison sentence.
4. What does Marty decide to do with the knowledge that Judd hunted out of season?
a) Marty asks Judd for half the meat.
b) Marty reports Judd to the sheriff.
c) Marty blackmails Judd.
5. How much money does Judd want for Shiloh?
a) $20
b) $40
c) $100
d) $250
6. How is Marty going to earn the money to buy Shiloh?
a) sell his rock collection
b) collect cans
c) work for Judd
d) paint his neighbor's fence
7. Marty made sure Judd's agreement was _______ .
a) witnessed by David
b) in writing
c) sealed with a handshake
d) signed by the notary
8. What did Marty catch Judd doing?
a) Judd was killing another dog.
b) Judd was setting traps for animals.
c) Judd was beating his hunting dogs.
d) Judd was shooting deer out of season.
9. What deal did Judd and Marty make?
a) Marty would never tell anyone about Judd being mean to the dogs if he could keep Shiloh.
b) Marty would pay Judd for the dog.
c) Marty would not tell about seeing Judd do something wrong and would pay him for the dog, if he could keep Shiloh.
d) Marty would help Judd for one year if he could keep the dog.
10. Which sequence best describes the order of events in Shiloh?
1) Marty works for Judd Travers.
2) Marty blackmails Judd.
3) Marty sees Judd shooting a deer out of season.
4) Judd signs a contract.
a) 3, 2, 1, 4
b) 3, 1, 4, 2
c) 3, 2, 4, 1
d) 3, 4, 1, 2
11. Which word would be the best antonym for bargain?
"You got a bargain," I tell Judd, and now my feet want to dance, my face wants to smile, but I don't dare let the delight show through.
a) understanding
b) rip-off
c) arrangement
d) good deal
12. Which statement is true about the theme of Shiloh?
a) Marty must figure out what to do based on his own sense of right and wrong
b) The bond of friendship that develops between Judd Travers and Marty is an example of teamwork.
c) Throughout the novel, Marty feels loss and grief as Shiloh is repeated hurt.
d) Marty is on a personal journey to discover who he is and where he belongs.
1. What does Marty do to try to keep Shiloh?
a) Marty goes to Judd's house to confront him,
b) Marty runs away from home with Shiloh.
c) Marty sends Shiloh to David's aunt and uncle's house in Ohio.
d) Marty talks to the sheriff about how Judd treats his dogs.
2. What does Marty see on the way to Judd's house?
a) Judd kicking his dogs.
b) Judd kills a deer.
c) Judd shots a rabbit.
d) Judd selling moonshine to the hunters.
3. What happens if you shoot a deer out of season?
a) nothing
b) You are arrested.
c) a $200 fine
d) You will receive a prison sentence.
4. What does Marty decide to do with the knowledge that Judd hunted out of season?
a) Marty asks Judd for half the meat.
b) Marty reports Judd to the sheriff.
c) Marty blackmails Judd.
5. How much money does Judd want for Shiloh?
a) $20
b) $40
c) $100
d) $250
6. How is Marty going to earn the money to buy Shiloh?
a) sell his rock collection
b) collect cans
c) work for Judd
d) paint his neighbor's fence
7. Marty made sure Judd's agreement was _______ .
a) witnessed by David
b) in writing
c) sealed with a handshake
d) signed by the notary
8. What did Marty catch Judd doing?
a) Judd was killing another dog.
b) Judd was setting traps for animals.
c) Judd was beating his hunting dogs.
d) Judd was shooting deer out of season.
9. What deal did Judd and Marty make?
a) Marty would never tell anyone about Judd being mean to the dogs if he could keep Shiloh.
b) Marty would pay Judd for the dog.
c) Marty would not tell about seeing Judd do something wrong and would pay him for the dog, if he could keep Shiloh.
d) Marty would help Judd for one year if he could keep the dog.
10. Which sequence best describes the order of events in Shiloh?
1) Marty works for Judd Travers.
2) Marty blackmails Judd.
3) Marty sees Judd shooting a deer out of season.
4) Judd signs a contract.
a) 3, 2, 1, 4
b) 3, 1, 4, 2
c) 3, 2, 4, 1
d) 3, 4, 1, 2
11. Which word would be the best antonym for bargain?
"You got a bargain," I tell Judd, and now my feet want to dance, my face wants to smile, but I don't dare let the delight show through.
a) understanding
b) rip-off
c) arrangement
d) good deal
12. Which statement is true about the theme of Shiloh?
a) Marty must figure out what to do based on his own sense of right and wrong
b) The bond of friendship that develops between Judd Travers and Marty is an example of teamwork.
c) Throughout the novel, Marty feels loss and grief as Shiloh is repeated hurt.
d) Marty is on a personal journey to discover who he is and where he belongs.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Class 3-201
Please continue researching the reptile you were assigned last time. Your answers should be in COMPLETE sentences, please! All your research is due: Next Wednesday! 4.13.11
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Let's Talk About Reptiles!!
Hmmmm, how much do we know about reptiles? What do you think about reptiles. I love turtles, but I hate snakes! So, here's your assignment:
Pick a reptile to research.
1. Crocodilia — crocodiles, gharials, caimans and alligators: 23 species
2. Sphenodontia — tuataras from New Zealand: 2 species
3. Squamata — lizards, snakes and amphisbaenids ("worm-lizards"): about 7,900 species
4. Testudines — turtles and tortoises: approximately 300 species
Pick One, research and answer the following questions:
1. Write the name of the reptile (be specific)
2. Describe what it looks like?
3. Discuss where the reptile lives.
4. Talk about what he eats.
5. Explain what this reptile can do, anything special...
6. Is your reptile afraid of any other animal?
7. Tell 6 fascinating facts about your reptile.
Good luck!
Pick a reptile to research.
1. Crocodilia — crocodiles, gharials, caimans and alligators: 23 species
2. Sphenodontia — tuataras from New Zealand: 2 species
3. Squamata — lizards, snakes and amphisbaenids ("worm-lizards"): about 7,900 species
4. Testudines — turtles and tortoises: approximately 300 species
Pick One, research and answer the following questions:
1. Write the name of the reptile (be specific)
2. Describe what it looks like?
3. Discuss where the reptile lives.
4. Talk about what he eats.
5. Explain what this reptile can do, anything special...
6. Is your reptile afraid of any other animal?
7. Tell 6 fascinating facts about your reptile.
Good luck!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
If you could be any animal in the world...
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT
Please begin to respond to the contest prompt. 100 words or less. Pay attention to spelling and grammar.
Email your response to Ms. Silverberg: tekkidsps85q@gmail.com.
Please begin to respond to the contest prompt. 100 words or less. Pay attention to spelling and grammar.
Email your response to Ms. Silverberg: tekkidsps85q@gmail.com.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Photo Journal
Photo 1
Photo 2
Photo 3
Photo 4
Directions
You will be doing what’s called a “text on text” exercise. Your job will be to write comments about the photo, leaving room for others’ writing as well. GO TO:
http://www.wallwisher.com/wall/PhotoJournal
Here are the kinds of things they should be writing in response to the photo.
1. Make a personal connection to the photo (e.g., “This reminds me of .....”).
2. Write questions the photo brings to mind (e.g., “Who, what when, where, why or how”).
3. Write detailed observations about the photo (e.g., “The color red is everywhere — the sun, one person’s shoes, and the flowers and curtains in the background”). (Minimum 3 facts/2 detail each.)
4. Make a guess as to what message of the original caption of this photo.
Photo 2
Photo 3
Photo 4
Directions
You will be doing what’s called a “text on text” exercise. Your job will be to write comments about the photo, leaving room for others’ writing as well. GO TO:
http://www.wallwisher.com/wall/PhotoJournal
Here are the kinds of things they should be writing in response to the photo.
1. Make a personal connection to the photo (e.g., “This reminds me of .....”).
2. Write questions the photo brings to mind (e.g., “Who, what when, where, why or how”).
3. Write detailed observations about the photo (e.g., “The color red is everywhere — the sun, one person’s shoes, and the flowers and curtains in the background”). (Minimum 3 facts/2 detail each.)
4. Make a guess as to what message of the original caption of this photo.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
ELA Skills to Work On!!
COMPREHENSION
COMPETENCY GOAL 2
The learner will apply strategies and skills to comprehend text that is read, heard, and viewed.
Objectives
2.01 Use metacognitive strategies to comprehend text (e.g., reread, read ahead, ask for help, adjust reading speed, question, paraphrase, retell).
2.02 Interact with the text before, during, and after reading, listening, or viewing by:
* setting a purpose.
* previewing the text.
* making predictions.
* asking questions.
* locating information for specific purposes.
* making connections.
* using story structure and text organization to comprehend.
2.03 Read a variety of texts, including:
* fiction (short stories
* novels, fantasies, fairy tales, fables).
* nonfiction (biographies, letters, articles, procedures and instructions, charts, maps).
* poetry (proverbs, riddles, limericks, simple poems).
* drama (skits, plays).
2.04 Identify and interpret elements of fiction and nonfiction and support by referencing the text to determine the:
* author's purpose.
* plot.
* conflict.
* sequence.
* resolution.
* lesson and/or message.
* main idea and supporting details.
* cause and effect.
* fact and opinion.
* point of view (author and character).
* author's use of figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, imagery).
2.05 Draw conclusions, make generalizations, and gather support by referencing the text.
2.06 Summarize main idea(s) from written or spoken texts using succinct language.
2.07 Explain choice of reading materials congruent with purposes (e.g., solving problems, making decisions).
2.08 Listen actively by:
* facing the speaker.
* making eye contact.
* asking questions to clarify the message.
* asking questions to gain additional information and ideas.
COMPETENCY GOAL 2
The learner will apply strategies and skills to comprehend text that is read, heard, and viewed.
Objectives
2.01 Use metacognitive strategies to comprehend text (e.g., reread, read ahead, ask for help, adjust reading speed, question, paraphrase, retell).
2.02 Interact with the text before, during, and after reading, listening, or viewing by:
* setting a purpose.
* previewing the text.
* making predictions.
* asking questions.
* locating information for specific purposes.
* making connections.
* using story structure and text organization to comprehend.
2.03 Read a variety of texts, including:
* fiction (short stories
* novels, fantasies, fairy tales, fables).
* nonfiction (biographies, letters, articles, procedures and instructions, charts, maps).
* poetry (proverbs, riddles, limericks, simple poems).
* drama (skits, plays).
2.04 Identify and interpret elements of fiction and nonfiction and support by referencing the text to determine the:
* author's purpose.
* plot.
* conflict.
* sequence.
* resolution.
* lesson and/or message.
* main idea and supporting details.
* cause and effect.
* fact and opinion.
* point of view (author and character).
* author's use of figurative language (e.g., simile, metaphor, imagery).
2.05 Draw conclusions, make generalizations, and gather support by referencing the text.
2.06 Summarize main idea(s) from written or spoken texts using succinct language.
2.07 Explain choice of reading materials congruent with purposes (e.g., solving problems, making decisions).
2.08 Listen actively by:
* facing the speaker.
* making eye contact.
* asking questions to clarify the message.
* asking questions to gain additional information and ideas.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Question of the Week
Today's question is found at: http://123.writeboard.com/12muehqzlpyn94oj You should have completed your response in no less than a complete paragraph 4-5 sentences.
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