It’s interesting to think about the history of NJ and how we came to be the state that we are today. Throughout Social Studies, we have learned how and why the colonies came to be. But what we have not gotten into yet, is how it came to be that very soon these 13 colonies would begin to revolt. In the next few months we will begin to learn about the American Revolution and how it started. Why do you think the colonists decided to fight against the British? What do you already know about the American Revolution?
Monthly Archives: January 2014
Thinking about theme…using Paperman
The other day I showed you this short film. I asked you to write a scene from it. Think about if you had to write the whole movie. What would be your message or theme in the end?
Everybody plays a role…
Are you a teacher or a student?
I think Kid President said it best when he said we are all teachers AND students. So, what are you teaching the world? And what are you learning?
I “Wonder” if Auggie is mad?
A “Wonder”ful Book
Hello world!
I have created this space for all of us to think more outside of the classroom. On this blog, we will dig deeper into our whole class read alouds, discuss topics from class, and share events from school. It will be a great way for all of you to communicate with me when we’re not in school. Hope you all enjoy this experience and now…let’s begin!