Chinese New Year!

We had a great time learning about Chinese New Year in our class today.  The class especially enjoyed watching the Dragon and Lion Dances.  I have included a link if you'd like to take a look.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BftIBp-U5jc&feature=youtu.be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTDc6bg0fm8&feature=youtu.be

A big thank you to William for bringing in some special treats to help us celebrate!

Math Math Everywhere!!

Today we talked about the Metric System and watched some pretty amusing, yet informative videos.
Take a look.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhtgKHYZti0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQPQ_q59xyw

We also talked about how to convert units using the Metric Staircase.  Ask your kids to explain to you and feel free to practice at home!  Don't forget our mnemonic device to help us remember:)
King Henry Does Usually Drink Cholcolate Milk.  Happy learning!

Here are some questions to try.

What is 32 m in cm?
What is 1000 m in km?

Responsible Digital Citizens

This week we have talked about the ways in which the internet can be used in both positive and negative ways.  We took a look at an Ottawa area group called Small Gestures Change Lives (SGCL) who decided to do just that. They decided on a few small gestures that could make a huge difference a difference in someone elses life. Here are a few of the videos that we looked at.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TEsYocXgfg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7OsV93tkTU

Today, we took what we learned and created individual pledges on how to be a "Responsible Digital Citizen."  We can't wait to share them with you!

Have a safe and wonderful weekend! :)

Samaritans on the Digital Road

As I'm sure you read in the newsletter that was sent home last week, we will be covering "Samaritans on a Digital Road" throughout the week.  Each lesson ties the Religion Curriculum to the responsible use of technology, helping students become discerning digital (online) citizens.  We watched two videos in class today that sparked a lot of very interesting, and thoughtful talk.  Ask your child to summarize the videos to you and then watch them together to see how one little act of kindness can go a long way!
The Doorman
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uPLzI6DNJ0

Catching Up with the Doorman
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zkv5uZ4Axds

Ms. Ashley

Ms. Ashley is a student from Ottawa University and will be completing her practicum placement in our classroom for the next 4 weeks!  We are really excited to welcome her and show her how amazing McMaster Catholic is.

Realistic Fiction

Over the last week, our class has been taking a look at the characteristics of a Realistic Fiction in preparation for writing their own.  They should be able to tell you what these characteristics are!  It makes for a great dinner conversation.  Today, we worked in groups to look for the story elements found in a particular text and presented them to the class.  Take a look at our combined answers!

HOMEWORK

 

Read 15 mins

Math Assessment signed and returned tomorrow

Try Math quiz on Blog

Good copy of Owen and Mzee summary due tomorrow if not already handed in