Archive for March, 2008

The 15th Station, The Resurrection, Is Very Special!

Mrs. Buck's update for March 12th 2008

Our Wednesday morning began with our Wonderful Word of the Day:  vast.  Can you think of an example of something that can be described as vast?  We had some great ideas for this word!  After working on spelling activities, we took two parts of the Math portion of the Terra Nova tests.  Following morning recess, […]

We Had Gym Class Outside Today!

Mrs. Buck's update for March 11th 2008

Today’s Wonderful Word of the Day was:  urgent.  We had this as a vocabulary word and were very familiar with its meaning.  After working on spelling activities, we started the Language section of our Terra Nova.  In The Tale of Despereaux, we found out how Mig ended up at the castle.  She still plans on […]

Helen Keller Was a Brave Woman!

Mrs. Buck's update for March 10th 2008

Today’s Word of the Day was:  union.  Can you think of an example of a union?  After working with our new spelling words, we began the Reading section of our Terra Nova tests.  After recess, we finished up our Terra Novas for today and learned about Helen Keller.  After listening to a book about her […]

Which Dr. Seuss Book is Your Favorite?

Mrs. Buck's update for March 7th 2008

Our day began with our Wonderful Word of the Day: triumph. How did you feel when you had a triumph? We enjoyed writing about our favorite Dr. Seuss books. It’s been fun reading so many of these rhyming tales. After working in our literacy groups, we completed two Stations pages […]

We Practiced Good Test Taking Strategies!

Mrs. Buck's update for March 6th 2008

Our Wonderful Word of the Day was:  tread.  Where is a place you might tread lightly?  After working on some spelling activities, we met in our literacy groups.  We were very excited to have Mrs. Buck back!  In library, we selected some great books with the help of Mrs. C.  After recess, we took our […]