Georgia Regions

We've learned about the different regions in Georgia. Now I'd like you to compare and contrast two of the regions (explaining how they are alike and how they are different). Use specific details in your reply (terrain, climate, animals, types of habitats, population, crops, etc...).

Your reply needs to be at least 5 sentences in length and must have specific details (For example, "The piedmont region has trees." is not acceptable).

To help you get some ideas, please use your science resources or visit this link on Georgia Regions.

Please remember to include your initials at the end of your reply.

Date due: Friday, Sept. 4

Plant and Animal Adaptations

This week we are studying how different plants and animals adapt to their habitats. In your reply to this blog post, please describe either a plant or animal that lives in Georgia and tell us how that plant's or animal's traits help it to survive and how it has adapted to its habitat.

Please remember to include your initials.

Due Date: Friday, August 24

Habitats

Last week we started to study different habitats in Georgia. We studied the mountains and the Piedmont (which is where you live). I'd like you to think about the plants and animals you can see around your house and in your post, I'd like you to describe your habitat. In other words, what do you see in your yard?

Here's an example:

As I look out the window on my back porch, I can hear a cardinal singing in the wisteria that is growing wildly on the arbor. The fish in the pond are swimming slowly under the current of the waterfall. The gray squirrels and chipmunks are scurrying under the lower branches of the azaleas trying to find small seeds dropped from the bird feeders. A ruby-throated hummingbird catches my eye as it flies quickly from the deep-red flowers on the trumpet vine to the lilac petals of the water hyacinth on the pond. The dogwood and cherry trees provide shade to the thrashers and wrens searching for more seeds.
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Please remember to include your initials

Due date: Friday, August 21

Four Types of Sentences

Today we talked about the 4 types of sentences: Declarative, Interrogative, Exclamatory, and Imperative

You were asked to work in small groups to write a narrative that includes examples of each type of sentence.

Please type your story in a word document first. Make sure you apply the steps of the writing process (drafting, revising, editing) before you finalize your final paper. When you are ready to post to the blog, copy and paste your narrative in the reply text box. You may also save a copy to your flash drive (ask a member of the Genius Bar if you need help with this).

Please remember to include the initials of all of the group members.

Due date: Tuesday, August 18

Memorable Moments #3

What is a "good" teacher?

Think about teachers you've known who have been effective. What did they do or say to the class (or to you in particular) that made a positive difference? What traits or characteristics do "good" teachers have? What should "good" teachers do or say to their students to help them succeed? How should "good" teachers interact with their students?

Please include your group name in your reply.

Due Friday, August 14

Memorable Moment #2

What is a "good" student?

What qualities or characteristics do you think a "good" student should have? How does a "good" student act in class? How does he or she work? How would you describe his or her attitude towards learning? Describe the traits of a "good"student.

Please include your group name in your post.

Due Friday, August 14

Memorable Moments #1

What is your most memorable learning moment?

Talk with your group about different activities and lessons you've had in the past. In your reply, share specific details about activities you participated in, lessons you learned, or experiences you've had in other classes. Please share your reason for choosing that particular lesson. Why was it special?

Please use your group name in your reply.

Due Friday, August 14

My Summer Vacation

I used Picasa to create this photo collage showing pictures of some of the places I went this summer. Can you guess where I went?

Welcome back to school

Welcome to our class blog! It seems hard to believe that summer is over and we are already back in our classroom. I hope that everyone enjoyed the summer break, and I'm looking forward to hearing about your adventures.

For our first official blog assignment, I would like each of you to respond to this post. You can introduce yourself, tell us about your likes and dislikes, share something you did this summer, or simply write about what you'd like to do this year.

To reply to this post, simply click on "Comments" at the bottom of this post. You will see a text box on the right-hand side of the screen. Click in the text box to type. Please include your first name at the end of your post. When you are ready to post, choose "Anonymous" from the drop down list, and type the letters from the verification box.

Please ask if you don't understand how to post and I'll be happy to show you. I'd like everyone to participate in the blog. Don't forget to check back and read what other people write. You might meet a new friend or learn something new about a classmate.

Due Date: Friday, August 14