Archive for the ‘Reading Groups’ Category

The Kid Who Ran For President

Friday, May 30th, 2008

Hello Fellow Americans,

Judson Moon has officially begun his run for the presidency. Do you think he is really serious about this? Use evidence from the chapters to support your opinion!

The Secret Soldier

Thursday, April 24th, 2008

Deborah Sampson

Hello Historians,

Our time as colonists is coming to an end and we now must return to the 21st Century. Before we say farewell to our colonists, take a moment to reflect on the experience and share your thoughts about the courage it took for these men and women to stand up to King George III. Deborah Sampson also wanted freedom. Explain what kind of freedom she wanted and if she ever found it. Remember to use the text to support your responses.

Gooseberry Park

Wednesday, April 16th, 2008

Hi Animal Lovers,

Well, We are just about finished with this amazing story. After you have completed the book please add a comment about the friendship between Kona and Stumpy. Also, please share your opinions about the use of personification and how it changed the way the story was told.

Zuma, Iditarod’s Star Reporter

Monday, March 31st, 2008

Hello Bloggers,

“And their off!” The teams have begun the race and are rocketing through the trails. I thought it would be exciting for us to keep up with the race from a dog’s perspective. I’m inviting you all to join Zuma, the Iditarod’s own star dog reporter as he reports on the day to day action from the Iditarod. Click on Zuma under the BLOGROLL and read Who Am l? Zuma!   Also, check out the link titled Sled Dogs to find out more about these amazing canines!

Wolves Make a Comeback

Monday, February 25th, 2008

Hello Bloggers,

Tonight’s assignment will include accessing the Time For Kids (TFK) site and read the article titled Wolves Make a Comeback. Please share your opinion about the situation and add a comment on whether you agree or disagree. Please remember to support your response.
Mrs. Drabyk

Reading Group II-Danger On Midnight River

Friday, February 8th, 2008

Hello Survival Friends,

Please share your opinion about this book. Did you enjoy reading it? Would you recommend this book or the author to a friend? Feel free to tell us what your favorite part was and why you liked it so much.
Mrs. Drabyk

Reading Group I- Silver

Friday, February 8th, 2008

Hello Dog Lovers,

Please share your opinion about this book. Did you enjoy reading it? Would you recommend this book or the author to a friend? Feel free to tell us what your favorite part was and why you liked it so much.
Mrs. Drabyk

Reading Group II- Danger on Midnight River

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

Greetings Adventurers!

Can you feel the suspense thickening in Chapter 6? Yesterday, we discussed how Daniel was able to lead the other boys to safety because he was taught survival skills from his uncle. The author of this book, Gary Paulsen, is also an expert in survival and extends his expertise into his stories. Take a moment to read a little bit about him by clicking on the Randomhouse link under the Blogroll. After you have read the article please share your thoughts about Mr. Paulsen’s unusual childhood.

Reading Group I- Silver

Thursday, January 31st, 2008

Hello Mushers,

It seems that we are off on another outdoor adventure with our canine friends. In Chapter 2, Rachel talks about the Iditarod, a famous dog-sled race that takes place in Alaska. To learn more about this exciting race that occurs in Alaska every year please click on the second Scholastic link under the Blogroll. Take a moment to add a comment about the Iditarod and tell us if you would be interested in competing in such a race. Don’t forget to give us specific reasons to support your comments.

Reading Group I- Louis Braille

Monday, January 28th, 2008

Dear Braille Readers,

Do you feel that Louis Braille is an influential person? Give specific details to support your answer.