You guys have been getting so good at blogging! Your comments are getting smarter, you are paying attention to other people's comments more - way to go! Keep blogging yourselves and I will keep reading. Many of you have lots to write about - so keep thinking and keep writing. Nice job!
Another good thing -- I want you guys to do something nice for Ms. Sevimli before she goes. (shhh...don't tell her). Each class should get together and think of something they could do/buy/celebrate to thank her for all her hard work while I was away. Make sure it is unexpected though and something you all think she would like. I know I always like food, so start with that.
Friday, February 13, 2009
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
A Good Reader
As you read you should always have a pen or pencil in hand and always be taking notes, underlining things and really having a written dialogue with the book as you read.
Start underlining all the words you are not sure of as you read. Then -- when you decide you can't read anymore, go to a dictionary and look those words up. Doing this type of exercise will really help with your vocabulary.
I did something similar to this the other day except I was reading a package instead of a book. I learned that "hassas" means damaged.
Start underlining all the words you are not sure of as you read. Then -- when you decide you can't read anymore, go to a dictionary and look those words up. Doing this type of exercise will really help with your vocabulary.
I did something similar to this the other day except I was reading a package instead of a book. I learned that "hassas" means damaged.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Where are you?
Where are my students at? I think I will do 2 interviews a week when I return since I haven't been able to interview anyone lately. I will interview everyone, so if you want an interview via email, email me now -- otherwise we will do a face to face interview :). Your choice!
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Reading
When you read, do you read faster as the pages turn?
I think I do. Make sure you read for at least 15 minutes before putting a book down until tomorrow. If you read only for 5 minutes, you will barely be able to become interested in the plot. Give it a chance! Think about how much TV you watch to "get" the story and really get into a show. Give a book at least half that.
I think I do. Make sure you read for at least 15 minutes before putting a book down until tomorrow. If you read only for 5 minutes, you will barely be able to become interested in the plot. Give it a chance! Think about how much TV you watch to "get" the story and really get into a show. Give a book at least half that.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Breaks
What are you guys up to for your holiday? The two week break is coming soon. I hope you have started looking at The Giver and reading some.
My first son starts pre-school tomorrow! I am very excited for him. We had a special dinner for his birthday and for the start of school. Do you have any traditions before the school year begins?
My first son starts pre-school tomorrow! I am very excited for him. We had a special dinner for his birthday and for the start of school. Do you have any traditions before the school year begins?
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