March 31, 2016.

Agenda:
1. POW due tomorrow
2. Dress appropriately for F.A.F. - we will be hiking around Nose Hill tomorrow - water bottle and a snack will likely be necessary
3. Math H.W. for all 3 groups from yesterday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the various options available at Simon Fraser. 
How did you show what you learned?
We visited SF today.
What do you need to learn next?
We will need to choose options in the future.

From Chasing Vermeer:

"You have come to agree with me.  They will come to agree with you." (p. 132)

March 30, 2016.

Agenda:
1. Mrs. Saunders' math group -

http://mathcentral.uregina.ca/beyond/articles/Integers/integer1.html

https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-7/add-and-subtract-integers This is for adding and subtracting integers.

2. Mrs. Lim and Lee's math class questions due tomorrow:

(hint: use the formula V = l x w h  to solve your questions!)

1.  If the volume of a box is 1400 cm³ and its base is 40 cm^2, what is the box's height?

2.  Solve for the unknown number:

a) 390cm³ = 65cm x 2 cm x w

What is w?

b) 48cm³= 12 cm² x h

What is h?

c) 4 cm x A = 84 cm³

What is A? 

3. Mr. P's Math - % booklet - first page only (front and back)
4. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow
5. All Grade 6s will be walking to Simon Fraser for a tour - lunch will be served**
6. Science Test - Monday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that the numbers above the elements on the Periodic Table indicate the number of electrons in the atom.
How did you show what you learned?
We learned this from a presentation from Mrs. Kidd's daughter, Rachel.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to finish our Periodic Table art and chemistry place mats.

Word Work (2nd paragraph):

Every March we celebrate Women’s History month. During Women’s History Month we celebrate the acheivements of women throughout history. On March 19, 1911, a women named Clara zetkin created the first International Women’s Day. She wanted to promote womens rights and promote piece. In the 1970’s, schools in California started celebrating women’s History Week. In 1981, Congress declared the second week of March Women’s History week across the country. Then, in 1987, Congress made all of March Women’s History Month. Now we can look back and see what great things women has done through out the years.

March 29, 2016.

Agenda:
1. Math H.W. - all groups
2. Word Work - editing - due Thurs.
3. Questions for Rachel Kidd tomorrow (about chemistry)
4. News Article first draft due tomorrow

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about integers and ratios (2 separate groups).
How did you show what you learned?
We did several questions around both topics.
What do you need to learn next?
We will learn about percent, factors, multiples, etc.

March 17, 2016.

Agenda:
1. Music: Bring home recorders and music.  Videotape yourself playing 3 belt songs over Spring Break and email to Mrs. Lim at colim@cbeedu.ca.  If possible, title your video with your name, room number, grade, and the belt you are testing for. Check drcoffinmusic.blogspot.ca for more details
2. Have a wonderful March Break!!  See you on Tuesday, March 29th.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that the thief in Chasing Vermeer, does not care about money.
How did you show what you learned?
We read about and then discussed his or her motive for the crime.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to find out what happens next in the novel.

From Chasing Vermeer:

"Everyone agreed that the most important issue was how to get back A Lady Writing." (p. 113)

March 16, 2016.

Agenda:
1. 'A Novel Recommendation' - choose a novel at or above your reading level - due date: Wed., April 27, 2016.  http://www.scholastic.com/parents/books-and-reading/book-lists-and-recommendations/ages-11-13 - good website for novels...
2. Math POW - due tomorrow
3. Word Work - editing - due tomorrow (see below for paragraph)
4. Green Day tomorrow - please wear something green

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to separate oil from water (let it rise to the top and then collect it in various ways).
How did you show what you learned?
We did an experiment.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to clean up a real ocean oil spill.

Word Work:

Does you like to “reach out and touch someone” by fone. You can thank Alexander graham bell! Bell was born in scotland on March 3 1847. When he was a boy, he designs a machine that cleaned wheat. Later when he was a teacher of the def, Bell developed the idea of “electronic speech.” He sent his first message to his assistant, Mr. Watson, who was in the next room always an inventor, Bells house even had simple air conditioning!

March 15, 2016.

Agenda:
1. Social Studies quiz - please sign/initial and return.
2. Word Work - Spelling - due tomorrow
3. Architect project due at end of class tomorrow
4. News Article plan due tomorrow (less one quote)

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that mustard powder is an emulsifier.
How did you show what you learned?
We made a salad dressing using mustard powder.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to clean up an oil spill.

π Day 03.14

Agenda:
1. Word Work - Spelling - due Wed.
2. POW - due Thurs.
3. Math - Architect blue print and model - due Wed.
4. Science - research an 'oil spill clean-up'

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that oil spills are a big problem for the environment.
How did you show what you learned?
We did a demonstration/experiment.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to clean up an oil spill.

Another Fantabulous F.A.F.!!!

Agenda:
1. Art POW - now due at the end of Mon.
2.  Mrs. Lee/Lim math project - due Wed.
3. Bring recyclables for math project on Mon.
4. Scholastic orders - due March 15, 2016

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned our Gr. 1/2 buddy's stories. 
How did you show what you learned?
We listened to them as they presented.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to see what they write next.

March 10, 2016 - Final Day @ COP!!!

Agenda:
1.  Please read the following message:

Today at COP, the winds picked up and for safety purposes, the chairlifts had to be shut down on several occasions. Some Dr E.W. Coffin students were on the west chairlift when it stopped. The lift took some time to get started up again (approximately 15 min).  The staff at COP got the lift going again and our students arrived safely at the bottom of the hill. We wanted to assure you that the safety of our students was the main concern of the Dr. E.W. Coffin staff and the instructors and ski school staff at the hill. Mr. Pedenko and Mrs. Saunders were in contact with the group in the lower part of the chairlift while they were waiting and the group that were stopped on the next chair uphill were with their instructor. There were also some students at the very top of the chair lift who were with their instructor or within one chair of their instructor. Students really enjoyed their lessons and experience at the hill!

2. Simon Fraser Open House this evening.
3. Art POW due tomorrow.
4. F.A.F. tomorrow.  Please dress appropriately.

Highlights
What did you learn today?
Most of us rode on the chairlift at COP today!
How did you show what you learned?
We had a 'windy' experience on the chairlift.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to see if our parents will take us to COP to ski and snowboard in the near future.

March 9, 2016 - COP Day #2!!

Agenda:
1. COP - day 3 tomorrow!  See Monday's blog to view what to bring again...+ if you'd like to bring some money ($) for a small treat at COP tomorrow that would be OK - however, be sure to pack a healthy lunch, as it gets very busy in the cafeteria over lunch hour...Also, please bring sun block...
2. Math - bring recyclables for you project.
3. Art POW - due Friday
Highlights
What did you learn today?
Many of us learned how to ride the chair at COP.
How did you show what you learned?
We rode the chairlift several times after progressing in our groups.
What do you need to learn next?
Those of us who have not ridden on the chair, may get the opportunity tomorrow if we progress enough (and want to).

March 8, 2016 - COP Day #1

Agenda:
1. COP - day 2 tomorrow!  See yesterday's blog to see what to bring again...+ if you'd like to bring some money ($) for a small treat at COP tomorrow and Thursday that would be OK - however, be sure to pack a healthy lunch, as it gets very busy in the cafeteria over lunch hour...
2. Mrs. Lim/Lee’s math class to bring recyclables/disposable containers from home to help them create their creature.

Also please have students work on their next Recorder Karate Belt’s songs:

Students, work on your next Karate Recorder Belt’s song.  Http://drcoffinmusic.blogspot.ca  If taking a video of yourself please entitle it FirstNameLastNameGradeRoom#ColourBelt and then mail it to yourself.  You can transfer to Mrs. Lim’s Dropbox 3 at school during music class.

3. Art POW - due Friday
4. Bring any recyclables for math/architecture project (like cardboard, etc.)
5. ****Simon Fraser School’s Open House for grade 7 is Thursday, March 10 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm


Highlights
What did you learn today?
We all had a great day at COP learning how to ski or snowboard. 
How did you show what you learned?
We practiced with our coaches in various groups.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn what we need to do to progress to the next level.

March 7, 2016.

Agenda:
1. Things to bring to COP tomorrow:

Backpack, Litterless Lunch, Snacks, Water bottle, Layered clothing, Sun glasses/Goggles and sunscreen. It may be wet and slushy due to the warmer weather, so make sure to wear water resistant clothing and/or bring extra clothes in your back pack, a long sleeve t-shirt under your jacket.

COP have provided a few resources for you to look at if you’re interested:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReO148qwv7c

http://www.winsport.ca/lessonsprograms/skisnowboard.cfm 

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about co-ordinate geometry.
How did you show what you learned?
We worked on an art POW.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to ensure we did the correct transformations.

Another Exciting F.A.F.!!!

Agenda:
1. Science - use the letters of the periodic table to make your name

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that it was difficult to build a shelter using a tarp and rope.
How did you show what you learned?
We attempted to construct a shelter in Whispering Woods.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to refine our prototype shelters.

03/03/2016

Agenda:
1. Please dress appropriately for F.A.F. tomorrow
2. Please bring a tarp and/or rope if you have one/both

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned that water has surface tension. 
How did you show what you learned?
We did an experiment to prove this fact.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to understand how/why this happens.

From Chasing Vermeer:

"'What Charles Fort would do.  Pay attention and keep our heads.'" (p. 103)

March 2, 2016.

Agenda:
1. ***Please fill out and return ski/snowboard forms***
2. Please sign and return math test, if you have not already done so
3. Science HW 
4. Word Work - Editing - due tomorrow (see below)
5. POW - due tomorrow
6. If you have any old tarps and/or rope, please bring to school before Friday
7. Fun Lunch AND Treat Day tomorrow - Rm. 6 (us) are hosting Treat Day!

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned how to separate sugar from sand.
How did you show what you learned?
We experimented on different ways to separate the two solids.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to learn how to clean a small oil spill.

“a persons a person, no matter how small said author and illustrater Theodor Geisel. geisels first book for children, and to think That i Saw It on mulberry street, was rejected by 27 publishers before it was printed. Geisel, who was born on march 2 1904, was also know as dr Seuss. He published the cat in the Hat at a time where many childrens books were dull since then, millions of dr Seuss books has been sold!

March 1, 2016

Agenda:
1. ***Please fill out and return ski/snowboard forms***
2. Please sign and return math test, if you have not already done so
3. Math HW - iso paper
4. Word Work - Spelling - due tomorrow
5. POW - due Thurs.
6. Book Review visual and health due tomorrow
7. If you have any old tarps and/or rope, please bring to school before Friday

Highlights
What did you learn today?
We learned about the Blood tribe culture.
How did you show what you learned?
We listened to an elder who visited our school.
What do you need to learn next?
We need to understand how the stories of the past help us understand the world in which we live.

From Chasing Vermeer:

"Frog was definitely not around, and no one wanted to tell Tommy why." (p. 95)