9/3 Wednesday

1. Article Review-Read the following article . After reading, write a quick review of the article on a blank piece of paper. Your review should answer the following questions:

-Did you like the article? Explain your answer

-Was the article informative? Explain your answer

-What was one thing about the article that you found fascinating? Explain your answer

2. Weekly Vocabulary-Take this time to review your Weekly Vocabulary Words. Play some games and learn at the same time! This time can also be used to work on your Weekly Vocabulary Assignment.

3. Study Island-We are going to head over to Study Island, and take Pre-Test 9/3/14.

4. Independent Reading-Relax and read!

5. Google Doc-Let's flex those Google Doc creating skills! Create a document titled:

Norman-Social Studies

Be sure to share it with Mr. Norman!

6.Group Project-Work with your groups on your Continent assignment.

ENRICHMENT Blind Kayaker - Meet Erik.

Credit: Mike Dove/Travis Brown

He's blind, but it doesn't hold him back. He's an amazing example of what's possible when you just go for it!

Please scan through his story and watch a video on his adventures. After watching, answer the following questions (courtesy of the NY Times Learning Network) on a blank piece of paper. Make sure to rewrite the questions AND answer in full sentences.

1. WHO is Erik Weihenmayer?
2. According to the article, WHAT is Mr. Weihenmayer known for?
3. According to Mr. Raker, WHAT has Mr. Weihenmayer done that is even more impressive than climbing Mt. Everest?
4. HOW does Mr. Weihenmayer plan to add to his accomplishments?
5. HOW did Mr. Weihenmayer first learn to navigate the rapids?
6. WHERE does he plan to carry out his most challenging feat?
7. WHY does Mr. Weihenmayer say that this feat is “10 times scarier than the scariest thing he’s ever done”?
8. WHEN have you overcome obstacles and tried something truly challenging?