Weekly Readers' Response Due 2/5/10

We have been studying many forms of poetry such as Haiku, Cinquain, and Diamante in class.
Based on the poems you have read and what you have learned about sound elements and structure in poetry tell me what your favorite poem types are and explain why in detail.

Lastly, write your own poem of the type you selected.

Weekly Reader's Response Due 1/29/10

We have been learning about different types of poetry this week. Write your own Haiku poem and post it for others to read and enjoy. Remember to use the correct structural elements of a Haiku poem.

Weekly Reader's Response Journal Due 1/15/10

We have completed the "Reading Science" unit. Now that you are experts on how to read science texts, explain what you see as the benefits of using the reading strategies you know to understand science more fully.

Weekly Reader's Response Journal Due 1/8/10

You had an extra long winter break, in a 4-6 sentences tell us what your favorite trips, events, and gifts were over the holidays.