Children are working to save lives in poor areas of Kolkata, India. They work to combat poverty, forced child labor and, through their efforts, dramatically transform their neighborhoods.
That’s the premise of The Revolutionary Optimists, a documentary airing on PBS’ Independent Lens. Filmed over the course of several years, the film shows young people as change makers, fighting for a better future.
After viewing the clip, answer the following questions: Make sure you develop your answer before you publish it!
1. The children Amlan Ganguly works with goes to community elders to ask for a new playground and other things. Write a paragraph that explains what neighborhood improvements you would make to your community. The paragraph should detail the ways in which those improvements would enhance everyday life for the community’s residents.
2. In the clip Amlan Ganguly talks about the ways his work with the children empowers them to fight for a better life for themselves, their friends, and future generations. Write a paragraph describing the one person in your life who inspires you to be the best you can be.
Once you have posted your response, read the responses posted by your peers and reply thoughtfully to at least two other students. Compliment strong points, make connections, ask questions and build on ideas shared!
As always, I look forward to reading your responses!
Mr. Boettger :-)
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Monday, October 6, 2014
Change the World
In our guided reading, we have been having some excellent discussions about how we can change the world in a positive way. This week's question continues from where we left off.
If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be? Why would you make this change? Make sure you develop your answer before you publish it!
Once you have posted your response, read the responses posted by your peers and reply thoughtfully to at least two other students. Compliment strong points, make connections, ask questions and build on ideas shared!
As always, I look forward to reading your responses!
Mr. Boettger :-)
If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be? Why would you make this change? Make sure you develop your answer before you publish it!
Once you have posted your response, read the responses posted by your peers and reply thoughtfully to at least two other students. Compliment strong points, make connections, ask questions and build on ideas shared!
As always, I look forward to reading your responses!
Mr. Boettger :-)
Sunday, September 14, 2014
Animal Testing
The human brain has over 100 billion nerve cells - it is the most complex organ in the human body. Scientists spend a great deal of time studying the human brain and, while they have discovered a lot, they have yet to fully master and understand this remarkable organ. Understanding the connection between brain cells, behavior and disease is important and scientists have developed a variety of new techniques that will help them map brain activity.
Watch the video and then answer the following questions:
In the video you saw laboratory tests being conducted on mice.
1. Are you 'for' or 'against' scientific tests on animals?
2. If scientists were not able to test on animals, how would they conduct their experiments?
3. Are there any instances when you would support animal testing?
Once you have completed your selections and posted your explanation, read and respond to at least 2 peers.
Mr. Boettger :-)
Watch the video and then answer the following questions:
In the video you saw laboratory tests being conducted on mice.
1. Are you 'for' or 'against' scientific tests on animals?
2. If scientists were not able to test on animals, how would they conduct their experiments?
3. Are there any instances when you would support animal testing?
Once you have completed your selections and posted your explanation, read and respond to at least 2 peers.
Mr. Boettger :-)
Sunday, September 7, 2014
Three Truths and a Lie
Hello Grade 6/7's!
Clearly list four statements about yourself. Three of the statements should be true and one should be made up. These could be places you've been, things you've done, your likes/dislikes, etc. The more creative, the better! Just remember to keep it appropriate for school! Thanks! :-)
After I have approved the comments, you must respond to at least five (5) of your peers by guessing which one of their statements is false.
Please remember the usual rules and have fun!
Mr. Boettger :-)
Clearly list four statements about yourself. Three of the statements should be true and one should be made up. These could be places you've been, things you've done, your likes/dislikes, etc. The more creative, the better! Just remember to keep it appropriate for school! Thanks! :-)
After I have approved the comments, you must respond to at least five (5) of your peers by guessing which one of their statements is false.
Please remember the usual rules and have fun!
Mr. Boettger :-)
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Welcome Back!
Hello my future grade 6/7s! I can't wait to get the year started! See you on September 6th!
Mr. Boettger :-)
Mr. Boettger :-)
Sunday, June 22, 2014
Favourite Novel
It is almost the end of the year and I am looking for some feedback. I read nine (!) novels to you this year - and I would like to know which one was your favourite.
This week's task is as follows:
1. Vote on which book you liked the most. Not what your friends liked - YOU.
2. In the comments section, tell me the novel you chose and why you liked it the most. Then give me your favourite part or least favourite part from that novel.
Thanks for your feedback. I appreciate it.
Mr. Boettger :-)
This week's task is as follows:
1. Vote on which book you liked the most. Not what your friends liked - YOU.
2. In the comments section, tell me the novel you chose and why you liked it the most. Then give me your favourite part or least favourite part from that novel.
Thanks for your feedback. I appreciate it.
Mr. Boettger :-)
Monday, June 9, 2014
Grade 7- British North America
Same routine as usual. Feel free to use any resource you would like. Read the questions carefully and good luck!
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