A Classroom without Walls!

Think deeply, ask questions, share your ideas, explore the world...

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Winter Break and Holiday Traditions!

Winter Break and Holiday Traditions



It's so exciting! Winter break is near! What are your plans? What are you looking forward to most? Are you traveling or staying in Houston? If you celebrate Christmas, what are some of your family's traditions you look forward to every year? If you celebrate Hanukkah, what are some of your traditions?

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Independent Reading Check In!

Books can really add a lot of joy to your life! I always like to have a good fiction book around...like a good friend. Lately, you know I have been reading a book called A Path Appears. This book is not for enjoyment and entertainment. It is a book that teaches about how to make the world a better place. It has changed the way I see the world! Books can be
entertaining and POWERFUL!

What have you all been reading lately? How has the book entertained you? How has it changed you?

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

The One and Only Ivan

Ivan has been in his domain separated from his kind for years. He has made friends with Bob, Stella and Julia. Now, Rudy, a precious baby elephant, has arrived.

Please share your thoughts on this wonderful book so far. Which character is your favorite? Why? Do you like Katherine Applegate's sparse style of writing short, powerful sentences? Can you think of any memorable lines or themes so far?