A Form Families

Dear A-Form Families,

I hope your fall is going well! I am writing to let you know that our next novel for literature is The Fortunate Son, written by Constance Leeds. This book was not originally on our reading list for the school year, but we decided to add it based on its ability to integrate so well with our history program. We ask that you acquire this book for your son by 11/5/12 if at all possible. There are a few copies in the library here at school.

Quizlet - A cool flashcard site for studying

Endorsed by J. Cook in Mr. L's class.

http://quizlet.com/

For those interested in computer programming:

a Cool site to check out:
http://www.codecademy.com/#!/exercises/0

 

Field Trip to National Geographic - 1001 Inventions

Gentlemen of A Form,

Now that you have returned from the field trip please let us know what parts of the exhibit you liked.

1.   Respond to this blog in the comment section.
2.  Describe one invention/person/concept you learned that you found interesting.
3.  Describe one invention/person/concept that you would like learn more about.
4. In the event that you are not allowed to comment on the blog, email your teacher with the comment.
5. After your comment leave your initials and homeroom teacher’s name.   

                  Example: JMS-Stephany or JMS-Brown

Here was sculpture that some of the boys made in the crafts area of the exhibit.

Here is a maps of some items that were traded during the "Golden Age of Islam".

1001 Inventions - Field Trip is Here!

The 1001 Inventions Exhibit Movie - Big Field Trip Today!

The Mayan Collapse - Ask your child his thoughts on the theory!

Mr. Larocque's class had a great discussion about Jared Diamond's book and the theories on the Mayan collapse. You can visit his class blog at www.aformlarocque.weebly.com for more details.

The Captive

Looking for a good topic for dinner conversation? Ask your child who does he think "the captive" is in Scott O'Dell's title? It could refer to an obvious or less obvious choice!