School Chat

Owl Channel – UStream

susanrice07 — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:26:08 +0000

She has 4 eggs in January 2012

She is fascinating to watch. To my knowledge she will stand up and stretch, but she doesn’t leave the nest. I just have so many questions!

Owl Channel – UStream

I have some new friends….

susanrice07 — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 01:03:24 +0000

I have some new friends here on my blog. Here is one group of students working on an afterschool broadcast team. Stop and look at their blog. Great design choices. They will be posting work, ideas, polls, and more soon. http://uptotheline.wordpress.com/

Here are some students from Townley. http://thetwinbuzz.wordpress.com/ They would love to hear from you.

Just 43 years ago…..

susanrice07 — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 02:37:54 +0000

What would they have done with a cell phone like you have? This is what those on the Earth saw on T.V. It is possible the foot step on the surface of the moon could still look just the same. Why?

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Reflecting on Martin Luther King Jr.

susanrice07 — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:32:16 +0000

On August 28, 1963 Martin Luther King Jr. gave what could probably be said as his most famous speech, I Have A Dream Speech. What was his dream? What ways do you see this dream coming true today? What is different today than in 1963 in America?

Welcome 2012!

susanrice07 — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 03:53:39 +0000

I thought this video was a great way for us to start 2012. His words are inspiring. What do you need to do to finish strong?

How can you help someone else finish strong?

Broadcast Teams 2011-2012

susanrice07 — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 23:52:09 +0000

I have two teams this year. I thought it might be cool for them to know each other better so they can talk more. Don’t forget to check out “The Twin Buzz” on the right to leave your opinions about questions they have asked. Remember to always show respect for other people’s ideas. If you are on broadcast this year, what would you like to post?

I love Shelfari.com

susanrice07 — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:01:35 +0000

Shelfari: Book reviews on your book blog

“G” Is for Gumshoe by Sue Grafton
1609: Winter of the Dead (Young Founders) by Elizabeth Massie
1984 by George Orwell

Here is what I have read, do you have books you would recommend?

Mr. Popper’s Penguins

susanrice07 — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 23:15:09 +0000

Ms. Avila’s class is going to be reading this book. Can anyone who has read it give a recommendation or just your opinion? Please include the city and state you are from, but do not give your full name please.

Happy Feet

susanrice07 — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 22:08:06 +0000

Ms. Avila’s class read, Happy Feet, please share your ideas and thoughts about this movie and book. Which one did you like the best and why?

Great Books – Flipped

susanrice07 — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:09:01 +0000

This is one of the best pieces of children’s literature I have read in a long time. I like the different perspectives and the characters. Having the story told from two points of views gives light to the fact that relationships are complicated and wonderful at the same time. It is only through the gut wrenching that you glimpse the wonderful. The characters are complicated and real. They illuminate that we are all different, but those who shine are the ones that have character and depth. It gives new meaning to…”You can’t judge a book by it’s cover.” Every middle school kid should read it. It speaks to how cruel children can be and yet how some of them have more guts than anyone will ever imagine as the lives they live are not easy. I thought the story was touching and a relief from the girl drama that authors sometimes portray as important. This speaks to the child who sees their parents as they really are for the first time.