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December 16, 2010

Polar Express

Great sites: (Cut and paste to your browser)

http://www.chrisvanallsburg.com/flash.html
http://polarexpressmovie.warnerbros.com/media_games.html

Nothing to turn in...just ENJOY the site.

Mrs. Ward

December 15, 2010

Spelling Sentences...Remember nine (9) words or more in each sentence.

Mrs. Ward

December 14, 2010

Journal Writing:

Many people visit their relatives during the holidays. Pretend that your uncle has just stopped by to visit, and he has brought a famous person as a surprise. Who is it? How do you and your family react?

Mrs. Ward

December 13, 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech

duplicate
duplication
evaluate
evaluation
participate
participation
punctuate
punctuation
congratulate
congratulations

Mrs. Ward

WRITTEN BIOGRAPHY PROJECT

Written Biography Project: Due February 15, 2011.

Mrs. Ward

December 10, 2010

None, but you can always READ. Don't forget: Biography Project...:)

Mrs. Ward

December 9, 2010

Journal Writing: Santa is gearing up for his annual visit. Pretend that this year as Santa is taking off from the North Pole, an alien spacecraft spots Santa’s sleigh and begins following it. Describes what happens next.

Mrs. Ward

December 8, 2010

Elaborate Spelling Sentences - *Don't forget the rule! Spelling sentences must be 9 words or longer. :)

Mrs. Ward

December 7, 2010

Journal Writing: Pretend your friend called you and said, “You aren’t going to believe what I found!” You rushed over to your friend’s home.

Now write a story about what happened when your friend found something.


Mrs. Ward

December 6, 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech

investigate
investigation
detect
detection
violate
violation
exhibit
exhibition
operate
operation

Mrs. Ward

December 3, 2010

None, but you can always READ! :)

Mrs. Ward

Winter Graphics
December 2, 2010

Journal Writing: Wow! Two feet of snow fell last night, and now school has been canceled. As you look out your bedroom window, you see a lost polar bear trudging through the snow. Write about what happens next.

Mrs. Ward

December 1, 2010

Spelling Sentences (Long, elaborate sentences)

Mrs. Ward

November 30. 2010

Journal Writing: You’ve probably heard the saying, “It’s better to give than to receive.” Think of the greatest gift that you could give someone. What would it be? Why would it be special?


Mrs. Ward

November 29. 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech

council
counsel
bail
bale
idle
idol
cereal
serial
compliment
complement


Mrs. Ward

Thanksgiving Week

There will be no homework this week!

YOU ARE ALL A BLESSING TO ME!

Happy Thanksgiving!


Mrs. Ward

November 19, 2010

None, but you can always READ!!!!

Mrs. Ward

November 18, 2010

Journal: Take a few minutes to draw a feast on the Thanksgiving table. Then write in detail about what's to eat. Use your five senses to describe the meal's tastes, looks, smells, and textures.

Mrs.Ward

PS: Sure wish mine looked like that....I usually burn something; can't quite get the lumps out of the mashed potatoes either - still edible though! :)

November 17, 2010

Spelling Sentences.....use spelling rules that you learned in class.

Mrs. Ward

November 16, 2010

Journal Writing: Rights of the Child Day is observed in November. What rights do you think all children should have?

Mrs. Ward

Monday, November 15, 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech

capital
capitol
border
boarder
core
corps
colonel
kernel
hostile
hostel

Mrs. Ward

THANK-YOU!

Thank you all so much for the birthday wishes, cards, and presents.

You are ALL so very special and I am so happy to have you ALL as students.

The now 22....

Mrs. Ward

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Journal Writing: Can money really buy happiness?

Mrs. Ward

Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Spelling Sentences - compound. :)

Mrs. Ward

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Journal Writing: The Soc's party at the river bottom, the Greasers hang out at the the vacant lot, and the Shepard outfit congregates in the alleys down by the tracks. Each group has a place they call their own.

Do you have a hangout? If so, what does it look like? If not, what kind of place would you like to have to meet with your friends?

Where would it be?
What would it look like?
Is it close to where you live?
Would you build it or does it already exist?
What are some of its special features?

Mrs. Ward

Monday, November 8, 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech

sideburns
Braille
maverick
silhouette
cardigan
mackintosh
boycott
derby
Ferris wheel
derrick

Mrs. Ward

Friday, October 29, 2010

"ALL ABOUT ME' projects due TODAY!

I can't wait to read all of the books!!!

Mrs. Ward

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Journal Writing: Pretend that you are a jack-o-lantern. Describe Halloween from a jack-o-lantern's point of view.

Mrs. Ward

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Spelling Sentences: Compound sentences.

Mrs. Ward

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Journal Writing: It is late at night and you are walking home from a movie. You decide to take a shortcut through a cemetery. Tell what happens next.

Mrs. Ward

Monday, October 25, 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech:

1. gardenia
2. zinnia
3. magnolia
4. begonia
5. boysenberry
6. saxophone
7. leotard
8. guy
9. graham cracker
10. volt

Mrs. Ward

October 22, 2010

None, but you can always READ.

*Remember one (1) assignment will be turned in for review and then returned for you to add to your booklet. You should all be pretty much close to the end by now.

Can't wait to read the final project on: OCTOBER 29th.

Mrs. Ward

October 21, 2010

Journal Writing: Illustrate your "Roll A Story"!

You will take these home from your writing binders and illustrate.

Mrs. Ward

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Spelling Sentences - Compound, complex sentences.

*We'll learn more about these in class this week. :)

Mrs. Ward

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Journal Writing: Many cities are requiring children under the age of 16 to wear helmets while biking, scooting, skateboarding, rollerblading, and skiing.

Consider the advantages and disadvantages of wearing helmets.

Directions for Writing: Write a persuasive essay stating whether children under the age of 16 should be required to wear helmets. Give reasons to support your position arguing in such a convincing manner that others will agree with you.

Monday, October 18, 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech

unify
triplets
semicolon
biceps
bimonthly
unity
trio
university
biannual
semifinals

Friday, October 15, 2010

None, but you can always READ.

One (1) assignment from your ALL ABOUT ME project is due today. Don't forget! :)

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Journal Writing: List the names of all the Halloween costumes you have worn over the years. Which one did you like best? Why did you like it best?

Mrs. Ward

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Spelling Sentences - nice, long, elaborate sentences. *I need for you to Level Up on your sentence writing. While you write make sure they look like 7th grade sentences.

Mrs. Ward

Tuesday, October 12, 2010


Journal Writing: If you could put on a magic hat and become anyone in the world, who would you become and why?

Mrs. Ward

Monday, October 11, 2010

Spelling Definitions and PARTS OF SPEECH.

universe
billion
binoculars
tripod
unique
unison
triple
semicircle
triangle
bicycle

Mrs. Ward

Friday, October 8, 2010

None, but you can always READ!

Also: Continue with your "All About Me" projects; you will show me today one (1) assignment you have completed this past week.

Mrs. Ward

Thursday, October 7, 2010

October is National Stamp Collection Month. If you could choose any person to be on the next postage stamp, who would it be and why?

Mrs. Ward

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Spelling Sentences.

Mrs. Ward

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Journal Writing: October is National Popcorn Poppin' Month. Write a story about what would happen if you were popping some corn and it wouldn't stop popping!

Mrs. Ward

Monday, October 4, 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech:

phonetic
geography
photograph
graphic
paragraph
automatic
telegraph
calligraphy
homophone
autobiography

Mrs. Ward

Friday, October 1, 2010.

Happy October 1st.

None, but you can always READ!

Mrs. Ward

Thursday, September 30, 2010

Journal Writing: Your best friend takes you to a secret cave. After you explore for a while, your flashlights go out. Explain what happens next.

Mrs. Ward

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Spelling sentences. Nice, long, elaborate sentences.

Mrs. Ward

Tuesday, September 29, 2010

Journal Writing: October is soon approaching. The first week in October is Universal Children's Week. In honor of this occasion, write an essay about how important children are to the future of our planet.

Mrs. Ward

Monday, September 27, 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech

1. symphony
2. microphone
3. phonograph
4. xylophone
5. choreography
6. autograph
7. automobile
8. telephone
9. homograph
10. bibliography

P.S. Don't forget the parts of speech. Thank-you!

Mrs. Ward

Friday, September 24, 2010

None, but you can always READ. :)

Mrs. Ward

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Journal Writing: Imagine you're walking along a secluded beach with a metal detector looking for lost coins. Suddenly the detector starts to make a lot of noise, and your dog starts to bark furiously. What did you find?

Mrs. Ward

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Spelling Sentences. Nice, long, elaborate sentences.

Mrs. Ward

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Journal Writing: There are many types of parties - sleepovers, surprise parties, swimming parties, etc. Explain which type of party is your favorite and why.

Mrs. Ward

Monday, September 20, 2010

Spelling Definitions and Parts of Speech

autumn
autumnal
resign
resignation
doubt
dubious
vehicle
vehicular
muscle
muscular

Mrs. Ward

Summer Reading Carnival

Our Summer Reading Carnival is scheduled for September 24th. (Friday)

Make sure that you have turned in your completed journal by Monday - September 20th.

It is going to be a blast!!!

Mrs. Ward

Friday, September 17, 2010

None, but you can always READ! :)

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Writing Journal: Your teacher could not come to school today. Instead, she sent a note to you asking you to be the substitute. What will you do with the class today?

Mrs. Ward

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Vocabulary sentences....Nice, long, elaborate sentences!


Mrs. Ward

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Writing Journal: Your teacher sends you to the supply closet for staples. Just as you reach for a box, you discover that the closet is really a time-travel machine! Where and when does it take you? What do you do when you get there?

Mrs. Ward

Monday, September 13, 2010

Vocabulary Definitions and Parts of Speech

column
columist
design
designate
debt
debit
heir
inherit
hasten
haste


Mrs. Ward

September 8, 2010

Wrtie about a Happy Time in your life. (2-4+ paragraphs)

Mrs. Ward