2nd+Grade+2011-2012

= 2012-2013 =

=May 30, 13= Try out: [|Papa's Hot Doggeria] =May 23, 24=

[|Google Earth Cool Places]

=May 2, 3= First, let's remember our typing skills!

After you complete a typing level you can check out these Earth Day games!
 * [[image:Screen shot 2013-04-25 at 1.16.54 PM.png width="198" height="202" link="http://www.highlightskids.com/picture-sudoku/bugs"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2013-05-01 at 12.25.45 PM.png width="324" height="179" caption="Screen shot 2013-05-01 at 12.25.45 PM.png" link="http://www.highlightskids.com/hidden-pictures/interactive/working-greenhouse"]] ||
 * =[[image:Screen shot 2013-04-25 at 1.20.46 PM.png width="290" height="159" link="http://www.highlightskids.com/flash/search-night-sky"]]= || =[[image:Screen shot 2013-04-25 at 1.15.27 PM.png width="294" height="178" link="http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/games/zippergames/zipper-treetop-trouble-2/"]]= ||

= = = = =April 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26= nature allergies hiking giraffes Earth world plants chill litter gorilla mountain

Let's make an Earth Day video!

[[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2013-03-06 at 12.23.14 PM.png caption="Screen shot 2013-03-06 at 12.23.14 PM.png" link="http://primaryschoolict.com/"]]
==

steckstudents@gmail.com password: stars

=April 4, 5= = = Today we will talk about Internet Safety! Let's watch a video, then you will have a turn to do some activities.

=March 21, 22= We can use our computers to learn more about science and animals... [|SwitchaRooZoo]

[|Animals A to Z] [|Kids Animal Videos] [|National Geographic Games for Kids]

=March 14, 15= Let's try some new typing games today...



== =February 28, March 1, 7, 8= Complete your ComicLife project.
 * 1 page
 * At least 1 picture of you
 * Correct Spelling
 * Looks polished
 * SHOW MRS. R!
 * Printed

When you finish... Try some math practice games:



Today, we will be trying out a new website.
First, try out the [|United States puzzle]. Then, explore other games to practice your Math and Social Studies skills.

=February 21, 22 - Lesson #4= =February 14, 15 - Lesson #3= =February 7, 8 - Lesson #2= =January 31 - Lesson #1= Today you will practice your typing skills! First, go on Dance Mat Typing and work through lesson #1:

Then, try out the following games and websites to learn the correct finger positions.





 = = =January 11-24=
 * Students will be working on projects in Audactiy.**

=December 20=

Today, we are having fun and practicing computer skills!

You can try out the [|Snow Line Game]. Or the [|Snow Storm Challenge.]

Or, you can go to a game we have already done!

==

= =
 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2011-12-15_at_1.36.18_PM.png width="136" height="140" caption="Screen_shot_2011-12-15_at_1.36.18_PM.png" link="http://snowflakes.barkleyus.com/"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2011-12-15_at_1.37.51_PM.png width="189" height="126" caption="Screen_shot_2011-12-15_at_1.37.51_PM.png" link="http://akidsmath.com/mathgames/ctreepuzzle.html"]] || = [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2011-12-15_at_1.35.20_PM.png width="403" height="103" caption="Screen_shot_2011-12-15_at_1.35.20_PM.png" link="http://www.abcya.com/christmas_tree.htm"]] = ||
 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2012-12-10 at 11.56.05 AM.png caption="Screen shot 2012-12-10 at 11.56.05 AM.png" link="http://www.abcya.com/kids_make_a_gingerbread_house.htm"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2012-12-10 at 11.55.57 AM.png caption="Screen shot 2012-12-10 at 11.55.57 AM.png" link="http://www.abcya.com/hanukkah_word_search.htm"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2012-12-10 at 11.55.38 AM.png caption="Screen shot 2012-12-10 at 11.55.38 AM.png" link="http://www.abcya.com/kindergarten_christmas_lights.htm"]] ||

=December 13, 14= Today you will be visiting TumbleBooks. Read any books you like! Remember, check the grade level first. Fill out a book review for one book.



As a group, students will:

 * === Explore manipulations of sounds ===
 * === using Audacity ===
 * === using the technology vocabulary: program, record, play, sound effect, save. ===

After this, we will work on Math Fluency with an emphasis on subtraction. You can create a private game, but no last names and EVERYONE uses the password "stars".

 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.48.03_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.48.03_PM.png" link="http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_IslandChaseSubtraction.html"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.47.53_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.47.53_PM.png" link="http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_MinusMission.html"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.33_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.33_PM.png" link="http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_JetSkiAddition.html"]] ||
 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.41_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.41_PM.png" link="http://mathplayground.com/ASB_KittenMatch.html"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.28_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.28_PM.png" link="http://mathplayground.com/ASB_AlienAddition.html"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.22_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.22_PM.png" link="http://mathplayground.com/ASB_TugTeamAddition.html"]] ||

November 29, 30
Before we start, let's review how our room should look when we leave!

Today we will visit a new website.

Big Questions:


 * Why do we try out new websites?
 * What do we do when we "get lost"?

This website helps us practice Math Skills.

First, we will try it together. Then you can try it on your own.

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November 29, 30
Before we start, let's review how our room should look when we leave!

Today we will visit a new website.

Big Questions:


 * Why do we try out new websites?
 * What do we do when we "get lost"?

This website helps us practice Math Skills.

First, we will try it together. Then you can try it on your own. ||  ||  ||
 * money.jpg ||  ||
 * money.jpg ||

Today, students who did not finish their Wordle's last week, will get to finish. Before we go on a website, let's review: Why do we go onto websites like this? We will practice this website together, then work on it independently. As we practice, we will focus on using the toolbar. || ||
 * **November 15, 16**
 * How do I know if my computer is on or sleeping?
 * What should my seat look like when I leave? ||  ||
 * If you are done with your Wordle, you will go on the Highlight's Website!
 * Because we have fun playing games that teach us new things.
 * Because it helps us practice our computer skills.
 * Because we want to use computers with out an adult's help.


 * November 8, 9**

Go to [|wordle.net] to create!
 * Activity:**

>> >> ====
 * Typing hints
 * Editing tip in Firefox web browser - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
 * Choose **Font** 1st, then **Layout,** and then **Color** last.
 * Take a screen shot to be printed (Command-Shift-4)

November 1, 2

 * Today we will explore the Highlights Website
 * First, I will show you how to use it.
 * Then you will get to do your own!
 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2012-10-24 at 12.18.54 PM.png caption="Screen shot 2012-10-24 at 12.18.54 PM.png" link="http://www.highlightskids.com/games/squirrel-matchup"]] ||
 * Screen shot 2012-10-24 at 12.18.54 PM.png ||

October 11, 12, 17, 18
Today we will continue our recordings on Audacity. There will be 3 recording stations. Review: Record, stop, pause, play. Those of you who are waiting to record can practice your math skills on:

[[image:stecktechnology/StaySharpArcadeIndex.gif caption="StaySharpArcadeIndex.gif" link="@http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_Index.html"]]
Or try out:

October 4, 5
Today we will start recording our scripts! First, I will demonstrate. Then, you will record on your own. Your final recording will be saved! If you are already finished recording or are waiting to record you can be on TumbleBooks or the Typing game websites.

September 27, 28
Today we will begin to write a script about our favorite TumbleBook! First, we will practice together. Then, you will have time on your own. Next week, we will start recording!

Vocabulary: tab, log-on, log-off

October 4, 5
Today we will start recording our scripts! First, I will demonstrate. Then, you will record on your own. Your final recording will be saved!

If you are already finished recording or are waiting to record you can be on TumbleBooks or the Typing game websites.

September 27, 28
Today we will begin to write a script about our favorite TumbleBook! First, we will practice together. Then, you will have time on your own. Next week, we will start recording!

Vocabulary: tab, log-on, log-off

September 13, 20, 21
First click on the picture above to go to the Online Reference Databases list. Then find "TumbleBooks"

If extra time: [|Math Practice Games] - working on math fluency
 * Review our Internet safety vocabulary.
 * Learn about a new "green" website: TumbleBooks
 * Spend time reading books that are just right for you!
 * Pick out a book you enjoy that you want to do a special project on!


 * September 6, 7**
 * Discuss websites that are just right for you!
 * Watch a video on Internet safety.
 * Explore typing websites that are "green", or just right for you!


 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 12.54.34 PM.png width="184" height="238" caption="Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 12.54.34 PM.png" link="http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing/"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 1.01.16 PM.png caption="Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 1.01.16 PM.png" link="http://www.abcya.com/kids_typing_game.htm"]] ||
 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 12.53.06 PM.png width="195" height="96" caption="Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 12.53.06 PM.png" link="http://www.learninggamesforkids.com/keyboarding_games/jumping.swf"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 1.02.00 PM.png width="220" height="253" caption="Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 1.02.00 PM.png" link="http://www.tvokids.com/games/keyboardclimber"]] ||

= = = =
 * August 30,31**
 * Welcome to the computer lab!!
 * Review general classroom procedures
 * Review laptop cart and responsibilities - model
 * Log on to laptops - trouble shoot as needed
 * Change the HOME page
 * Discuss class assignments and NEW bookmarks
 * If time go to[| Hidden Pictures] by Highlight
 * Review shutting down, putting away, lining up

= 2011-2012 =

Student Work

__**May 3, 4**__
Complete maps

__**April 26, 27**__
Using a Map of the United States template in Tux Paint students will choose to make one of the following types of maps (or a combination of both). They might not label every state.

[[image:stecktechnology/economic_map.png align="right" caption="economic_map.png" link="stecktechnology/1st Grade Student Work 2011-2012"]]
Resource: Culture Grams/States Edition Look at Resources and Economy under "The Place"

[[image:stecktechnology/stateinfo.jpg caption="stateinfo.jpg"]]

 * Economic or resource maps** - feature the type of natural resources or economic activity that dominates an area. Cartographers use symbols to show the locations of natural resources or economic activities. For example, oranges on a map of Florida tell you that oranges are grown there.


 * Political maps** - do not show physical features. Instead, they indicate state and national boundaries and capital and major cities. A capital city is usually marked with a star within a circle.

__**April 19, 20**__
Share our Animoto Videos in class. If time, work on Math Fluency online games.

__**April 12, 13**__
[|Continue making team **Animoto Videos**]

__**April 5,6**__
Second graders are learning how to make mini movies in Animoto using pictures, text, and music. In teams of two they are taking one section from their Social Studies unit and creating a video representation. [|**Animoto Videos**]

__**March 22, 23**__
====We are working on Math Fluency today with an emphasis on subtraction. You can create a private game, but no last names and EVERYONE uses the password "stars".====


 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.48.03_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.48.03_PM.png" link="http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_IslandChaseSubtraction.html"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.47.53_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.47.53_PM.png" link="http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_MinusMission.html"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.33_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.33_PM.png" link="http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_JetSkiAddition.html"]] ||
 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.41_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.41_PM.png" link="http://mathplayground.com/ASB_KittenMatch.html"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.28_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.28_PM.png" link="http://mathplayground.com/ASB_AlienAddition.html"]] || [[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.22_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.22_PM.png" link="http://mathplayground.com/ASB_TugTeamAddition.html"]] ||

__**March 8, 9, 15, 16**__
[|Visit Tumble Books] to listen to books online**.** Teams of two will be recording their script for their Social Studies video.

__**February 23, 24, and March 1, 2**__
[|Find pictures for Social Studies video]

Students are working in teams to study section of their Social Studies lesson. They will find pictures that relate to their topic, record a passage from their book, and create a mini video to share with their classmates.

**Activity:**
====Have you ever seen the elusive Tree Kangaroo or gone fishing with an Emperor Penguin? Today we will go on a few virtual tours to explore different animal habitats around the world!====

[|National Geographic Critter Cam]

__**February 8**__ Choose one of the following to send a Valentine Message.
 * Activity:**



= = [|Peanuts characters (Snoopy, Charlie Brown)]

January 19, 20
Work on Math fluency
 * Objective:**


 * Activities:**
 * 1. Math Fact Fun**

[[image:stecktechnology/StaySharpArcadeIndex.gif caption="StaySharpArcadeIndex.gif" link="@http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_Index.html"]]
[|BASIC FRACTIONS]



January 12, 13
[|SwitchaRooZoo]

January 5, 6
Animal websites: [|Animals A to Z] [|Kids Animal Videos] [|National Geographic Info (support needed)]

...... Objectives: Convert mathematical data into a graph or chart.

Activity: [|Build a Bar Chart]

December 15, 16
Tux Paint Holiday Reindeer Music = =

December 8, 9
Complete Word Clouds and work on Math fluency
 * Objective:**

====
 * Activities:**
 * 1. Wordle:**[| wordle.net]
 * 2. Fact Fun**

December 1, 2

 * Objective:**

[[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2011-11-30_at_11.33.42_PM.png align="right" caption="Screen_shot_2011-11-30_at_11.33.42_PM.png"]]
Publish a word cloud about a holiday theme or activity. Sample: "candy cane"

>> >> ====
 * Activity:**
 * Build a list of holiday themes or activities as a class
 * Go to [|wordle.net] to create a word cloud on one of the topics
 * work with a partner or independently
 * ======Editing======
 * Typing hints
 * Editing tip in Firefox web browser - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
 * Choose **Font** 1st, then **Layout,** and then **Color** last.
 * Take a screen shot to be printed (Command-Shift-4)

**November 17, 18**
Objective: Complete Social Studies activity to describe Denver's history

Activity - Research community using the following resources: [|Denver Beginnings] [|Colorado Virtual Field Trips] [| - Denver] [|Everything You need to know About Colorado] [|Neighborhoods]

October 27, Nov. 3, 4
Objective: Introduce beginning typing program

Activities: Dance Mat Typing - This program show you where to place your fingers when typing

[|Keyboard Climber]

[[image:stecktechnology/Screen_shot_2011-10-27_at_1.25.24_PM.png caption="Screen_shot_2011-10-27_at_1.25.24_PM.png" link="http://www.tvokids.com/games/keyboardclimber"]]
alternate activity

October 20, 21
Objective: Math fluency

Activities:

October 13, 14
Video on Rocks & Minerals = = Online Activity - Rocks & Weathering

Alternate activities: [|Online Math Skills] - working on math fluency

October 6,7
STAR testing

September 29, 30
Objective: Math fluency

Activities:



[|Online Math Skills]

Today, students who did not finish their Wordle's last week, will get to finish. Before we go on a website, let's review: Why do we go onto websites like this? We will practice this website together, then work on it independently. As we practice, we will focus on using the toolbar. || ||
 * **November 15, 16**
 * How do I know if my computer is on or sleeping?
 * What should my seat look like when I leave? ||  ||
 * If you are done with your Wordle, you will go on the Highlight's Website!
 * Because we have fun playing games that teach us new things.
 * Because it helps us practice our computer skills.
 * Because we want to use computers with out an adult's help.


 * November 8, 9**

Go to [|wordle.net] to create!
 * Activity:**

>> >> ====
 * Typing hints
 * Editing tip in Firefox web browser - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
 * Choose **Font** 1st, then **Layout,** and then **Color** last.
 * Take a screen shot to be printed (Command-Shift-4)

November 1, 2

 * Today we will explore the Highlights Website
 * First, I will show you how to use it.
 * Then you will get to do your own!

October 11, 12, 17, 18
Today we will continue our recordings on Audacity. There will be 3 recording stations. Review: Record, stop, pause, play. Those of you who are waiting to record can practice your math skills on:

[[image:StaySharpArcadeIndex.gif width="640" height="79" link="@http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_Index.html"]]
Or try out:

October 4, 5
Today we will start recording our scripts! First, I will demonstrate. Then, you will record on your own. Your final recording will be saved! If you are already finished recording or are waiting to record you can be on TumbleBooks or the Typing game websites.

September 27, 28
Today we will begin to write a script about our favorite TumbleBook! First, we will practice together. Then, you will have time on your own. Next week, we will start recording!

Vocabulary: tab, log-on, log-off

October 4, 5
Today we will start recording our scripts! First, I will demonstrate. Then, you will record on your own. Your final recording will be saved!

If you are already finished recording or are waiting to record you can be on TumbleBooks or the Typing game websites.

September 27, 28
Today we will begin to write a script about our favorite TumbleBook! First, we will practice together. Then, you will have time on your own. Next week, we will start recording!

Vocabulary: tab, log-on, log-off

September 13, 20, 21
First click on the picture above to go to the Online Reference Databases list. Then find "TumbleBooks"

If extra time: [|Math Practice Games] - working on math fluency
 * Review our Internet safety vocabulary.
 * Learn about a new "green" website: TumbleBooks
 * Spend time reading books that are just right for you!
 * Pick out a book you enjoy that you want to do a special project on!


 * September 6, 7**
 * Discuss websites that are just right for you!
 * Watch a video on Internet safety.
 * Explore typing websites that are "green", or just right for you!


 * [[image:Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 12.54.34 PM.png width="184" height="239" link="http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/typing/"]] || [[image:Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 1.01.16 PM.png link="http://www.abcya.com/kids_typing_game.htm"]] ||
 * [[image:stecktechnology/Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 12.53.06 PM.png width="190" height="96" link="http://www.learninggamesforkids.com/keyboarding_games/jumping.swf"]] || [[image:Screen shot 2012-09-06 at 1.02.00 PM.png link="http://www.tvokids.com/games/keyboardclimber"]] ||

= = = =
 * August 30,31**
 * Welcome to the computer lab!!
 * Review general classroom procedures
 * Review laptop cart and responsibilities - model
 * Log on to laptops - trouble shoot as needed
 * Change the HOME page
 * Discuss class assignments and NEW bookmarks
 * If time go to[| Hidden Pictures] by Highlight
 * Review shutting down, putting away, lining up

= 2011-2012 =

Student Work

__**May 3, 4**__
Complete maps

__**April 26, 27**__
Using a Map of the United States template in Tux Paint students will choose to make one of the following types of maps (or a combination of both). They might not label every state.

[[image:economic_map.png width="400" height="249" align="right" link="1st Grade Student Work 2011-2012"]]
Resource: Culture Grams/States Edition Look at Resources and Economy under "The Place"

[[image:stateinfo.jpg]]

 * Economic or resource maps** - feature the type of natural resources or economic activity that dominates an area. Cartographers use symbols to show the locations of natural resources or economic activities. For example, oranges on a map of Florida tell you that oranges are grown there.


 * Political maps** - do not show physical features. Instead, they indicate state and national boundaries and capital and major cities. A capital city is usually marked with a star within a circle.

__**April 19, 20**__
Share our Animoto Videos in class. If time, work on Math Fluency online games.

__**April 12, 13**__
[|Continue making team **Animoto Videos**]

__**April 5,6**__
Second graders are learning how to make mini movies in Animoto using pictures, text, and music. In teams of two they are taking one section from their Social Studies unit and creating a video representation. [|**Animoto Videos**]

We are working on Math Fluency today with an emphasis on subtraction. You can create a private game, but no last names and EVERYONE uses the password "stars".

 * [[image:Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.48.03_PM.png link="http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_IslandChaseSubtraction.html"]] || [[image:Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_2.47.53_PM.png link="http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_MinusMission.html"]] || [[image:Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.33_PM.png link="http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_JetSkiAddition.html"]] ||
 * [[image:Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.41_PM.png link="http://mathplayground.com/ASB_KittenMatch.html"]] || [[image:Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.28_PM.png link="http://mathplayground.com/ASB_AlienAddition.html"]] || [[image:Screen_shot_2012-03-21_at_3.43.22_PM.png link="http://mathplayground.com/ASB_TugTeamAddition.html"]] ||

__**March 8, 9, 15, 16**__
[|Visit Tumble Books] to listen to books online**.** Teams of two will be recording their script for their Social Studies video.

__**February 23, 24, and March 1, 2**__
[|Find pictures for Social Studies video]

Students are working in teams to study section of their Social Studies lesson. They will find pictures that relate to their topic, record a passage from their book, and create a mini video to share with their classmates.

Have you ever seen the elusive Tree Kangaroo or gone fishing with an Emperor Penguin? Today we will go on a few virtual tours to explore different animal habitats around the world!
[|National Geographic Critter Cam]

__**February 8**__ Choose one of the following to send a Valentine Message.
 * Activity:**



= = [|Peanuts characters (Snoopy, Charlie Brown)]

January 19, 20
Work on Math fluency
 * Objective:**


 * Activities:**
 * 1. Math Fact Fun**

[[image:StaySharpArcadeIndex.gif width="640" height="79" link="@http://www.mathplayground.com/ASB_Index.html"]]
[|BASIC FRACTIONS]



January 12, 13
[|SwitchaRooZoo]

January 5, 6
Animal websites: [|Animals A to Z] [|Kids Animal Videos] [|National Geographic Info (support needed)]

...... Objectives: Convert mathematical data into a graph or chart.

Activity: [|Build a Bar Chart]

December 15, 16
Tux Paint Holiday Reindeer Music = =

December 8, 9
Complete Word Clouds and work on Math fluency
 * Objective:**

====
 * Activities:**
 * 1. Wordle:**[| wordle.net]
 * 2. Fact Fun**

December 1, 2

 * Objective:**

[[image:Screen_shot_2011-11-30_at_11.33.42_PM.png width="400" height="213" align="right"]]
Publish a word cloud about a holiday theme or activity. Sample: "candy cane"

>> >> ====
 * Activity:**
 * Build a list of holiday themes or activities as a class
 * Go to [|wordle.net] to create a word cloud on one of the topics
 * work with a partner or independently
 * ======Editing======
 * Typing hints
 * Editing tip in Firefox web browser - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
 * Choose **Font** 1st, then **Layout,** and then **Color** last.
 * Take a screen shot to be printed (Command-Shift-4)

**November 17, 18**
Objective: Complete Social Studies activity to describe Denver's history

Activity - Research community using the following resources: [|Denver Beginnings] [|Colorado Virtual Field Trips] [| - Denver] [|Everything You need to know About Colorado] [|Neighborhoods]

October 27, Nov. 3, 4
Objective: Introduce beginning typing program

Activities: Dance Mat Typing - This program show you where to place your fingers when typing

[|Keyboard Climber]

[[image:Screen_shot_2011-10-27_at_1.25.24_PM.png width="216" height="162" link="http://www.tvokids.com/games/keyboardclimber"]]
alternate activity

October 20, 21
Objective: Math fluency

Activities:

October 13, 14
Video on Rocks & Minerals = = Online Activity - Rocks & Weathering

Alternate activities: [|Online Math Skills] - working on math fluency

October 6,7
STAR testing

September 29, 30
Objective: Math fluency

Activities:



[|Online Math Skills]

September 22, 23
Objective: Tell us about yourself, create a published piece.

Activities:
 * Wordle
 * Build Your Wild Self

If complete with both, work on clock game.

**September 14** Today we will not work online. We will be using Wordle to transfer our ideas to the computer, so be sure to add a lot of details.

My Community unit extension > > We will be creating word clouds next week that describe our favorite things and ourselves. Today we will use pencils to draw on our pictures and then color them in with crayons.
 * 1) We will read On the Day You Were Born By Debra Fraiser
 * 2) Draw a picture of yourself at home. Where is your favorite place to be? Is it your room? …your backyard? …the kitchen? …with your dog/cat? Draw your favorite things around you. Think about games you like to play, your family, your favorite sports or activities. Turn to your neighbor and share some of your ideas. Share some ideas with the entire class. SAMPLE WORD CLOUD attached


 * Technology Standard 2 – Produce Quality Work: **
 * ** Presentation Tools (Kidspiration, PowerPoint, KidPix) - ** [in our case TuxPaint ** ] **
 * Communicate information by using a form of multi-media technology.

[|Wordle] make a word cloud all about YOU
 * September 8, 9 - REVISIT**
 * use 'go back' & 'go forth' buttons to edit your text
 * work with font, layout, & color - MUST have a white background

STAR Reading Test Practice Mouse Skills on poissonrouge.com
 * September 1, 2**


 * August 25, 26**
 * Greater than and Less than
 * [|Odd and Even]
 * Build a Treehouse

Today we will: 1- Make our own folders on the computer! 2- Visit [|Wordle] make a word cloud all about YOU
 * August 18, 19**
 * Welcome to the computer lab!!
 * Review general classroom procedures
 * Review laptop cart and responsibilities - model
 * Log on to laptops
 * Change the HOME page
 * If time... visit Typing programs - notice a new TAB opens
 * Review shutting down, putting away, lining up
 * Create a folder with you name on it!
 * work with font, layout, & color
 * save the Wordle in our folders

Vocabulary words we will focus on: Toolbar, font, layout

If extra time you may:
 * Visit TumbleBooks
 * Practice Typing Games