OLWEUS

 We created the cutest Converse Chuck sneaker designs for our Anti-Bullying Group with the theme of not letting anyone walk all over you. The kids had so much fun being creative.

Because of Winn Dixie

We created, wrote and typed our Top Ten Lists just like Opal was given in the book Because of Winn Dixie.  The kids had such a great time writing these lists and then sharing them with their classmates. I really enjoyed learning more about them as individuals.

SU Day at GES

Last Friday we had all of our students wear orange and blue to support SU being in the Final Four. One of my all time favorite students wore a shirt similar to mine so it was the perfect time for a photo. We even sent the picture to his mom and it made her day. I have such great students.

Brain Break

Fluffy Guardinia came to visit our class for the week and she has been the perfect Brain Break at the end of each class. They just love her and spoil her.

Investigating the SETTING

 We are reading a very challenging book right now so we took some time to work on the various settings of the book so far. Students were broken up into pairs to dig back into the text for details and then draw their version of the setting. It was a great activity and the kids really enjoyed doing it.

5th grade ROCKS

Dictionary Skills & St. Patty's Day

 Vocabulary is a huge component in any given book, story, poem, etc. We have been learning all sorts of new and interesting words this year and we have come to understand that the dictionary is an important and useful tool.

 Team work at its best.

Today GES has pulled out all the stops and just about everyone is wearing green in honor of St. Patty's Day and our principals favorite holiday. I love the students enthusiasm and excitement.

Fluffy and Presentations

 Fluffy Gardenia visited our classroom last week and helped all of my readers work extra hard. On Friday we let the kids take a little break to play with her and assist her in some exercise.

Yesterday my fifth grade group from Dermady created and presented on the book that they had read Rules. They created a Powerpoint about all aspects of the book and did so well. I am very proud of their efforts and bravery to speak in front of their class.