Thursday, February 28, 2013

Ms. Independent

A family like mine


This storybird was composed for my digital storyboard assignment. This story celebrates family values. This is a creation of a family who is attentive, supportive, and active. Such family exist and their experiences are models for those seekink an example of an ideal family.

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Migrants among us

My students were blown away by the facts they learned from reading the biography of Cesar Chavez. I built on this lesson by challenging the students to find out who among the staff or their peers are migrants to the United States of America. As a substitute for individual pictures, and for protection, students suggested the use maps or flags. Using flags won out. So, a Voicethread was done to share what was learned about those who migrated to the USA.

Monday, February 25, 2013

Hartford's Circus Fire

An account of the 1944 circus fire that occured at the site where Wish Elementary School is now located. The narratation is done by Chase O. a 5th grade student.