Desert Island Dilemma

If you knew you would be stranded on a desert island for 1 year, which 5 objects would you bring with you? Keep in mind that there is NO electricity on the island! Choose you objects carefully and then explain your choices in a brief paragraph. Don't forget to include a video/picture/link etc.

Once you have completed your selections and posted your explanation, read and respond to at least 5 peers.

When the above is completed, make sure you have posted your writing piece on whether or not the Guinness World Records are a waste of time. 

As always, I look forward to reading your responses!

Mr. Boettger  :-)

Get Caught Up/Your Choice

This week is going to be a get caught up week on your blog and if you are completely caught up, you may write about whatever you would like (as long as it is appropriate for school). Don't forget to include a picture or a video in your post.

Once you have posted your blog post, read the responses posted by your peers and reply thoughtfully to at least five (5) 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  :-)

Making Learning Come to Life!

Watch the following video:

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

Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

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/Biodiversity, New France/Communities in Canada's Past and Present, Math, and Language: Point of View/Making an Impression).  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. - Don't forget to include a picture or a video in your post! 
- Have fun and be creative!

I'm looking forward to reading your answers and don't forget to take the time and comment on a few other blogs.

Mr. Boettger  :-)

This Week's Blogging Tasks

 

Hello my trusty grade 6/7s!

You have three blogging tasks this week:

1. If you haven't finished your writing piece on whether or not we should be judged on our appearance - that should be your first priority.

2. Complete this week's blog question: If you could have dinner with three famous people (and I am using the term "famous" pretty loosely here) dead or alive, who would they be and why? What restaurant would you take them to? Make sure you develop your answer before you publish to the web.

It could be a scientist that you've read about, a humanitarian, an obscure musician, or a little-known poet. Do some research and put a lot of thought into this. I am really curious to know who you come up with and I can't wait to read your responses.

Don't forget to include pictures and perhaps a good video if you come across one.

3. Your final task this week is to comment on at least five (5) different student's blogs.

Mr. Boettger

Biodiversity Quiz

Welcome to your first online assignment Grade 6's!

Feel free to use any resource you would like to find the answer. However, you must work by yourself. Take your time and read the questions carefully. I want to try and eliminate all silly mistakes. :-)

I've tried to make things a little easier by embedded the quiz right into the blog. However, if you would like to see a full-screen version, just click this link.

Good luck!

Mr. Boettger :-)

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?


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

I am looking forward to hearing your responses!

Mr. Boettger  :-)

Your Profile Assignment

  

Your task this week is to complete the good copy of the profile assignment on your blog.

Don't forget to:

1. Make sure all of your corrections have been completed (the pink highlights).

2. Proofread your good copy one last time BEFORE publishing to the web.

3. Include a picture (don't forget to give credit to the site where you got the picture) and an embedded video (if you can find one) in your blog post. If you are unsure of how to embed a video, please see me or watch the video below.



I am looking forward to seeing and reading everyone's finished product!

Mr. Boettger  :-)