Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Science News for Kids: Fat Weighs Heavy on the Brain

Read the article "Fat Weighs Heavy on the Brain" article at Science News for Kids. When you have finished, find some element of the article that you felt was interesting and comment on it, i.e. "I like this passage and here is why."

Also, is there more than one perspective on this issue? If so, explain what another perspective might be that was not discussed in the article.

Following your post, be sure to include your classroom number.

Write all responses in complete sentences. Grammar and punctuation as well as the thoughtfulness of your answer count toward your overall grade.

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Thoughts on the Final Projects and the End of the Year:

As you wrap up your final projects for the year, take a few moments to blog about which was your favorite project and explain why. Be as thorough in your discussion as possible.

Check your spelling and grammar to ensure that your post looks appropriate for the 7th Grade!

Leave your first and last initial, all caps., to identify yourself.

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

The View from Saturday

Nadia is upset with Ethan. She believes he knows or knew something about her and her family. She demands that Ethan tell her and he is of course, confused (on page 331).

What do you think Nadia believes Ethan knows or knew about her, her mother and her father?

Hint: It has something to do with Ethan knowing that Nadia's mom was going to interview in New York and how it relates to the divorce.

Your answers must be based on the above question and show a good attempt at understanding why Nadia was so upset with Ethan.

Watch your grammar and spelling. Leave your classroom number for grading purposes.

Friday, February 1, 2013

Mark Antony and the death of Julius Caesar

Shakespeare tells us that Mark Antony would speak "...not to their reason, but to their feelings." How does Antony then speak to their feelings. How does he manipulate the crowd to see things his way and to stop despising Caesar and instead, care about him?
Why did Cassius fear that Mark Antony would do this?

There are 3 questions here. You should have 3 corresponding answers. The information is in the text and you will have an opportunity to discuss the passages with your group.

All answers should be in complete sentences with attention to grammar and spelling.