Thursday, September 29, 2011

Tonight is OPEN HOUSE!

Welcome to Mrs. Deacon's 6th Grade classroom.

Unfortunately I'm not very mobile since my recent injury but feel free to ask any questions and check out the room.


Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Thursday! Symbiotic Relationships!

It's is PAST TIME that we got into learning about symbiotic relationships! Watch these videos to better understand the beneficial relationships different species can have with each other.

First off, let's talk about ecosystems underwater: BRAINPOP: UNDERWATER WORLD

Then, let's break it down: BRAINPOP: SYMBIOTIC RELATIONSHIPS

Now, in your composition books, write this question and respond to it:

How can different species of animals rely on each other for survival? Give an example.


Draw a detailed picture to illustrate your point.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Tuesday!

Hi guys!

Here is a video about salmon as endangered species in our region. Remember how we talked about the salmon and seals at Bonneville Dam?

Salmon: Running the Gauntlet

Sunday, September 25, 2011

Monday!

Hi everyone,

Well it looks like I hurt myself pretty good playing soccer. Here is your assignment for today during Science. We are working to SHARPEN your observation SKILLS.

1. Make sure you have TWO "Sharpening your Observation Skills" worksheets.

2. Using the pictures below, write three observations, three inferences, and three predictions for each picture.

3. Discuss what you have written with a partner for each picture - and why you wrote what you did.

4. Read the information about each picture (from the link). What did you get right? Any surprises?

5. Wrap it all up with a fun/informational video at the end of this post!



SHARPENING YOUR OBSERVATIONS IMAGES:
PICTURE # 1



PICTURE #2


PICTURE #3


PICTURE #4






How it's Made: Bio-Diesel

Saturday, September 17, 2011

Welcome to the New Year

Hi students!


Now that we are settled into the 2011-2012 school year, you will be able to check this site for updates and homework info. I also have a lot of links (in the right gutter) where you can play learning games or get more info on a topic you like.


Check the calendar above for homework due dates and important events. I will try to keep it updated as often as I can.


Mrs. Deacon