Hey Jr. Publisher: It's hard to believe that 2011-2012 school year is almost over! We've had a great year so far.... You are a creative and talented! Let's use that talent and creativity on your final exam!
This week: You will be working on your Final Presentation which is due Monday, 5/21/12.
Titled: Final 2012
Your presentation will need to include:
1. Read the Daily Devotion on www.biblos.com. Research and find three supporting scriptures and write a three paragrah article describing the Biblical truth found in the devotion and how you can apply it to your life. (do not cut and paste.)
2. Create a 10 slide Photo Peach Story to tell the following story:
----Andrew: The Matrix
----Jacob: Gladiator
3. Write a three paragraph essay/summary on the life of Bobby Jindal or Huey P. Long (do not cut/paste.) (Clear Intro, Body, Conclusion!) Include a picture of this person.
4. A Glog on the governor (Include related pics, biograpical info, education, other works written, etc.) You should have at least six (6) links.(i.e. person's web-site, the political party web-site, interview with the governor found on you-tube or other site, topic related articles, etc.)
5. The Second Coming: Use whatever medium you would like to tell what will happen at Jesus' second coming. (Glog, Essay, Photo Peach, etc.)
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Tuesday, May 8, 2012
Blog 33: EduGreen/Hurricane Hunters
Hey Jr. Publisher:
Assignment #1: The earth is our only home, and we must learn to take better care of it. Explore the links in this Website to learn about pollution, the greenhouse effect, and other vital environmental issues. Then answer the questions below:
EduGreen
1. What is the greenhouse effect?
2. What is smog?
3. What are the tree types of solid waste?
Challenge: Create a list of ways that you and your classmates could work together to save the planet.
Assignment #2: Are you brave enough to fly into the eye of a hurricane? When conditions are favorable for hurricane development, Hurricane Hunters fly into the eye of the hurricane to determine its precise location, motion, strength, and size. Join their adventure at:
Hurricane Hunters
1. What division of the US armed services doe the Hurricane Hunters belong to?
2. During a mission, how many times might the Hurricane Hunters fly into the eye of a hurricane?
3. Which hurricane was called "the perfect storm"?
Challenge: Where are the Hurricane Hunters based?
Assignment #1: The earth is our only home, and we must learn to take better care of it. Explore the links in this Website to learn about pollution, the greenhouse effect, and other vital environmental issues. Then answer the questions below:
EduGreen
1. What is the greenhouse effect?
2. What is smog?
3. What are the tree types of solid waste?
Challenge: Create a list of ways that you and your classmates could work together to save the planet.
Assignment #2: Are you brave enough to fly into the eye of a hurricane? When conditions are favorable for hurricane development, Hurricane Hunters fly into the eye of the hurricane to determine its precise location, motion, strength, and size. Join their adventure at:
Hurricane Hunters
1. What division of the US armed services doe the Hurricane Hunters belong to?
2. During a mission, how many times might the Hurricane Hunters fly into the eye of a hurricane?
3. Which hurricane was called "the perfect storm"?
Challenge: Where are the Hurricane Hunters based?
Friday, May 4, 2012
Blog 32:
Hey Jr. Publishers,
Here is blog assignment #32:
1) Find 3 articles that interest you on http://www.nationalgeographic.com/
2) Read the articles
3) Post the title of the article, the web link, and 5 W's and H of each to your blog.
Post this blog: Blog #32/National Geographic
Have Fun!
Post this blog: Blog #32/National Geographic
Have Fun!
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Blog 31: Short Story - Newspaper
Hey Jr. Publisher:
Write a short story that you would want published in your local paper under the "Teen Section." Make sure you use good imagery! Sounds, Sights, Taste, Touch, etc...
One page typed!
Write a short story that you would want published in your local paper under the "Teen Section." Make sure you use good imagery! Sounds, Sights, Taste, Touch, etc...
One page typed!
Monday, April 30, 2012
Blog 30: Civil War
Hey Jr. Publisher:
Assignment 1: Imagine what it would be like if the northern states waged war against the southern states today. Americans in the 1860's lived through just such a situation. Learn more about the devastating war at:
The American Civil War Experience
1. When was the Battle of Gettysburg fought?
2. When and where did General Robert E. Lee surrender?
3. Who stated, "War is cruelty. There is no use trying to reform it. The crueler it is, the sooner it will be over."
Challenge: Who was President of the Union during the Civil War?
Assignment 2: The ocean is home to both microscopic plankton and the largest animal in the world, the blue whale. All the plants and animals that live in the ocean work together to create a balanced ecosystem. Learn more about our water world at this site, then find the answers to the questions below:
What's It Like Where You Live?
1. How much of the earth's surface is covered by water?
2. What is the intertidall zone?
3. What causes waves?
Challenge: What are the three largest seas in the world?
Assignment 1: Imagine what it would be like if the northern states waged war against the southern states today. Americans in the 1860's lived through just such a situation. Learn more about the devastating war at:
The American Civil War Experience
1. When was the Battle of Gettysburg fought?
2. When and where did General Robert E. Lee surrender?
3. Who stated, "War is cruelty. There is no use trying to reform it. The crueler it is, the sooner it will be over."
Challenge: Who was President of the Union during the Civil War?
Assignment 2: The ocean is home to both microscopic plankton and the largest animal in the world, the blue whale. All the plants and animals that live in the ocean work together to create a balanced ecosystem. Learn more about our water world at this site, then find the answers to the questions below:
What's It Like Where You Live?
1. How much of the earth's surface is covered by water?
2. What is the intertidall zone?
3. What causes waves?
Challenge: What are the three largest seas in the world?
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Blog 29: Time Zone / Capitals / Cherokee
Hey Jr. Publishers:
Assignment #1: Time Zones
There are four major time zones in the United States (not including Hawaii and Alaska), and more than 20 in the world. Learn more about time zones at: Time Zone Converter
1. It is 12:00pm in Denver, Colorado. What time is it in Hong Kong?
2. It is 5:35pm in Anchorage, Alaska. What time is it in Honolulu, Hawaii?
3. It is 6:37pm in London. What time is it in Jerusalem?
Challenge: How many hours difference is there between Honolulu and New York?
Assignment #2: Capitals
Do you know the capital of all 50 states? What about the capitals of countries around the world? Visit this site to find the capital cities of the countries listed below: Capitals.com
1. What is the capital of the Bahamas?
2. What is the capital of Cambodia?
3. What is the capital of Ecuador?
4. What is the capital of Italy?
Challenge: What are the geographical coordinates of Liberia?
Assignment #3: Cherokee Indians
Throughout our country's history, Native Americans have been treated unfairly. One of the most disgraceful acts against Native Americans was the forced relocation of the Cherokee Indians, also known as the Trail of Tears. Learn more about it at: The Cherokee Trail of Tears
1. How many miles were the Cherokees forced to walk?
2. When did this journey take place?
3. About how many Cherokee Indians died on this journey?
Challenge: What is the symbol for pain and suffering on the Trail of Tears?
Assignment #1: Time Zones
There are four major time zones in the United States (not including Hawaii and Alaska), and more than 20 in the world. Learn more about time zones at: Time Zone Converter
1. It is 12:00pm in Denver, Colorado. What time is it in Hong Kong?
2. It is 5:35pm in Anchorage, Alaska. What time is it in Honolulu, Hawaii?
3. It is 6:37pm in London. What time is it in Jerusalem?
Challenge: How many hours difference is there between Honolulu and New York?
Assignment #2: Capitals
Do you know the capital of all 50 states? What about the capitals of countries around the world? Visit this site to find the capital cities of the countries listed below: Capitals.com
1. What is the capital of the Bahamas?
2. What is the capital of Cambodia?
3. What is the capital of Ecuador?
4. What is the capital of Italy?
Challenge: What are the geographical coordinates of Liberia?
Assignment #3: Cherokee Indians
Throughout our country's history, Native Americans have been treated unfairly. One of the most disgraceful acts against Native Americans was the forced relocation of the Cherokee Indians, also known as the Trail of Tears. Learn more about it at: The Cherokee Trail of Tears
1. How many miles were the Cherokees forced to walk?
2. When did this journey take place?
3. About how many Cherokee Indians died on this journey?
Challenge: What is the symbol for pain and suffering on the Trail of Tears?
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Blog 28: Happy News!
Hey Jr. Publisher:
Go to www.happynews.com; choose five (5) stories and write a 5-9 paragraph about each one.
Have fun!
Go to www.happynews.com; choose five (5) stories and write a 5-9 paragraph about each one.
Have fun!
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