Friday, October 28, 2011

Making Learning Come to Life!

Watch the following video:

This dinosaur visit is a great way to get kids excited to learn about dinosaurs!



Now answer the following questions (be creative, but keep it realistic please)

1.  What would make learning fun for you?
2.  Think about one of the subjects you are currently studying (Interactions within Ecosystems, New France, Math, and Language: Mystery/Suspense).  Brainstorm 3 different projects, classroom activities or special guests that would make school come alive for you.

Remember the rules for posting information to the web:

- NEVER post any personal information and use only first names please.
-  Put the question in your answer and always write using full sentences.
- Proofread your work (watch your spelling and grammar) before you post it.
- Keep it appropriate for school.
- Have fun and be creative!

I'm looking forward to reading your answers!

Mr. Boettger  :-)

Monday, October 10, 2011

Dolphin Tale - Finding Inspiration

The movie Dolphin Tale is based on a true story.  In fact, Winter, the dolphin in the movie, is the actual dolphin who lost her tail.

I would like you to watch the trailer of the movie and then answer the following questions:

1.  How can this story of survival and people coming together to do the impossible inspire you?

2.  What is an obstacle in your life that seems impossible? What can you do to try to overcome that obstacle?

3.  As you can see from Dolphin Tale, they have to reach out to others and ask for help to make their goal a reality.  Who can you ask for help?


If the above one doesn't work, please try this one:



Or please visit the official site for the movie here: Dolphin Tale

I am looking forward to hearing your responses!

Mr. Boettger  :-)

Sunday, October 2, 2011

Comment Away!

Hello my trusty Grade 7 class!

Here is your first blog assignment. You are to read the following newspaper article (see link below) and answer the following questions by commenting on the blog!

 The questions are as follows:

 1. If you were in a position where you had a lot of money, would you donate any of that money? Why or why not?

 2. If you chose to make a donation, which charity or cause would you choose? Why is this specific issue important to you?

 3. Why do you think Forbes magazine publishes this information every year? Why do you think the general public would be interested in these statistics?

 4. How do you think the people in the article feel about having their financial information available to the public?

 Remember the rules for posting information to the web:

- NEVER post any personal information and use only first names please.
-  Put the question in your answer and always write using full sentences.
- Proofread your work (watch your spelling and grammar) before you post it.
- Keep it appropriate for school.
- Have fun and be creative!



Good luck!

Mr. Boettger  :-)

Math Review!

Here are a few quick videos that will help you review some of what you need to know for your upcoming math test.  Hopefully they help!  Don't forget to ask me any questions that you may have!