Monday, February 28, 2011

Journal 2.28.11

Good Morning!

I hope that you all have a wonderful and productive day! For today's journal, write two paragraphs summarizing your weekend.

Can't wait to read them!
Mr. Wildes

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Darwin Film

Hi Sixth Grade!

Write 3 paragraphs telling what you learned about Darwin and natural selection from the film.

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Journal 2/21/11

Hello 6th Grade!

I hope all of you are having a good morning. While you are reading this, I am waiting to get on a plane to Philadelphia. I always get really nervous before flying. It is scary to be up so high for so long. For today's journal, write two paragraphs about what makes you nervous.

I'll see you all tomorrow,
Mr. Wildes

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Journal 2/17/11

Good Morning!

Music is an important part of our culture. It allows us to get in touch with our emotions. It helps trigger memories. What is your favorite song? Why is this your favorite? How does it make you feel?

Monday, February 7, 2011

2/7/11 JOURNAL

Good Morning 6th Graders!

Over the weekend I spent some time with my parents. We had a conversation about all of you. Throughout our talk, I kept telling them how all of you are so intelligent. I felt really lucky/blessed to have you all as my students. In this journal, write about something that you feel blessed or lucky to have in your life. Make sure to include why you feel this way. (2 paragraphs)

Have a wonderful day!
Mr. Wildes

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Sticky Situations!

Situation 1: "Left Out"
In gym class, the same student always gets picked last for teams, and most kids completely ignore him/her. What could you do to help this person fit in?

Situation 2: "Out Cast"
Kerry wins the lead in the school play. Many other girls in her class wanted the lead role. After getting the part, Kerry receives a mean email from a classmate. It says that Kerry got the part only because the teacher likes her best. Kerry is happy about starring in the play, but the email makes her really sad. What should Kerry do?

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Science: Section 3 "Meiosis" Questions

Create 3 quiz questions for Section 3 "Meiosis". They can be multiple choice, fill in the blank, or open-ended questions. Once you are finished, try to answer another classmate's 3 questions.