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.