The One and Only Ivan

The One and Only Ivan

Ivan the Silverback has been in his domain separated from his kind for years. He has made friends with Bob, Stella, Julia and precious baby elephant Ruby.

Please write a few sentences about your thoughts on this book so far. What do you think? Which character is your favorite? Why? What character traits make him or her interesting to you? What big ideas or themes do you recognize in the book so far?

Realistic Fiction - Problem Share

Writers, we have all been working on plotting out our stories on story mountains. As we know, the event at the top of the mountain is when the problem is at its worst or most challenging point. Please share your mountain tops with us! What is the most intense part of your story...the problem at its worst!

Character Traits

     We have been getting to know the characters in our books by studying their words and actions. We can notice patterns of how the character acts to come up with a big idea or theory about his or her character. In Writing Workshop, we are developing a character map for a realistic fiction character. We are mapping out physical traits and character traits. Please share about a character you are developing in Writing Workshop. Who is the main character in your realistic fiction story? What are his or her character traits? Will your character change across the story? 

International Fair - South Korea

We have been exploring South Korea in preparation for International Fair. What was one of your wonders about South Korea? Have you found the answer yet? Use this link LS Subscription Databases to read more if needed. Please tell us what your wonder was and then write two new facts you have learned.  Read your classmates' responses and try to post something new and different!

Holiday Fun!

It is the most wonderful time of the year! Please share with us what you are looking forward to over the holidays. Do you have any special plans for Christmas? How was your Hanukkah this year? Let's share about holiday traditions and fun!

Reading Check-In!

Tomorrow we will visit Panda Path Pre-K center and share some of our favorite books we loved when we were little. Recommending books is a great way to find out what you want to read next! What are you currently reading in class or at home? Have you just finished a wonderful book you could recommend to a friend? Who were the main characters and what are some of the themes? 

Native Artifacts!

Today we worked in the Launchpad to create an artifact that represents the Native American tribe we are studying. What are you creating? Please describe how you are making your artifact. What materials are you using? How does your object represent your tribe?