Propaganda

With a partner, spend a few moments looking at the image above. You are to comment on how you think this might be an example of propaganda. Write at least two observations or comments on why you think it could be.

Post both of your atomic numbers at the end of your comments for credit. When writing, check your spelling and grammar! Points will be deducted for poorly worded or structured blog entries.

Cause and Effect

Think about what you have learned of the early days of the American Revolution. If the effect was becoming independent from England, name three causes that led the colonists to decide to become independent.

As always, check your spelling and grammar. Write complete sentences and list your classroom number at the end of your entry to receive full credit.

13th Amendment

Research the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution and discuss what this change meant and means. Focus on the following:

This amendment was made in 1865, 145 years ago. Does this amendment still matter to us today? Why?

Why do you think the amendment was made? Why was it done in 1865?

Be sure to record your element number, pay attention to proper grammar and spelling.

Shoulders of Giants

Below is a quote from Sir Isaac Newton:

"If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants."

Read the quote carefully, think about what it means and comment on your perspective of what he said.

Watch your spelling and grammar!

Astrocamp!

Think about your experiences at Astrocamp and comment on:

What was one lesson or activity at Astrocamp that helped you learn or understand something better in science.

Write about your personal experiences at Astrocamp and discuss your favorite moment with friends, which part of the camp you like the most, etc.

Would you recommend Astrocamp to next year's 5th graders?

Remember to focus on organization, answering the questions listed above and your spelling/grammar.

The Golden Lion Tamarin Comes Home

Cause and Effect:

Why did the people living in Brazil cut down trees in the Rainforest? What were some of the outcomes of that deforestation? Be sure to include a variety of perspecitves when writing about this issue. And, discuss how deforestation impacted people, animals and the environment.

Reread your blog entry before you submit it: check for spelling, grammar and whether you have actually answered the questions above.

Include your atomic number at the beginning of your response.

Pioneer Girl

In this story about the McCances, why do you think they wanted to become homesteaders? At that time in our country's history, did many people want to homestead?

Relate what you learned about the McCance family in this story to what you know about our country today. Do you see any similarities or differences. How have things changed or stayed the same over time?

As you write your response, remember to check your spelling and grammar. Read your writing before you submit to ensure that it makes sense and answers the questions that have been asked.

Be sure to use your student number in your post and to copy your writing before you submit in case you are logged off.