On January 18th from 11:45-12:45, Civil War buffs Brad Peters and Jan Ross will visit the LC to share their collection of artifacts, photos and personal tales of their visits to Civil War sites. This visit culminates our reading of The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg by Rodman Philbrick which we shared in the lunch room this fall and really enjoyed.
Be sure to sign up in the LC to attend the program and earn 1 participation point.
Huzzah!
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Thursday, December 22, 2011
As Mr. Mahler read the 25 MCBA books this year, he kept a list of interesting vocabulary. Here's proof that reading builds a strong vocabulary! Do you know what they mean? Can you spell them? On January 19th we will hold an old-fashioned spelling bee using this list. Sign up in the LC. First place will earn 10 points, second place 5 points and third 3 points.
Don't be obstinate-- sign up for this edifying experience. It is sure to cause a ruckus!
The MCBA 101
- edification
- infernal
- obstinate
- insatiable
- decanter
- mote
- alchemy
- apparition
- courtier
- flourish
- obsequious
- savory
- mottled
- cower
- gnaw
- ethereal
- vanquish
- predecessor
- contemplate
- pang
- skirt
- glade
- heathen
- portentous
- soiree
- inexplicable
- sleight of hand
- loathsome
- conjure
- exorbitant
- countenance
- cataclysm
- equivocate
- waft
- compunction
- multitude
- spore
- traverse
- luminous
- celestial
- chagrin
- surly
- dappled
- blithely
- oblige
- excrement
- fester
- simultaneously
- surreptitiously
- harping
- wisp
- rapture
- preposterous
- resplendent
- dismissive
- hirsute
- en masse
- esteem
- disconcerting
- reconvene
- berate
- irksome
- audible
- indiscriminate
- resurrect
- derange
- fluster
- pretense
- agoraphobia
- ruckus
- retina
- incredulous
- dingy
- commentary
- acolyte
- impervious
- wretch
- solemnity
- disassemble
- melee
- undeterred
- senile
- fracas
- reign
- damsel
- cornice
- encroach
- defunct
- motley
- intuitive
- foundling
- meticulously
- emphatic
- discreetly
- feign
- sheepishly
- conical
- righteous indignation
- lurching
100.quirky
101.notoriously
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Jingle, Jingle, Jingle
Here are the official rules for the Jingle Contest
2. Is catchy
3. Shows creativity
4. Includes participation by a minimum of 4 students
5. Must be recorded for review (audio or video - dancing encouraged!)
6. Entries must be submitted by 3:00 on 12/22/11.
Each class can submit as many entries as they like. An independent panel will judge the jingles on the above criteria. The winner will earn 10 points for their classroom, 2nd place 5 points, and third 3 points.
Have fun!
Friday, November 18, 2011
Book Reviews
This year, we are encouraging students to submit book reviews to our catalog, Destiny Quest. For each three MCBA books reviewed, students will earn a participation point. Be sure you have finished reading the book before you write a review. What makes a good review? Did you like the book? Why? What was interesting about it? What type of readers would like the book? Be sure to check your spelling and grammar!
Once you submit a review, it will be sent to Ms. Bernard for approval. Once approved, it will be available for all to see on the catalog.
Congratulations to Evelyn F. who submitted over 20 reviews this week for books she has read. They will help other readers make good choices.
Once you submit a review, it will be sent to Ms. Bernard for approval. Once approved, it will be available for all to see on the catalog.
Congratulations to Evelyn F. who submitted over 20 reviews this week for books she has read. They will help other readers make good choices.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Thanks to Eric and Luke for sharing this fun activity:
A thoughtful poem makes a great book project. The Leanin' Dog was one of my favorites on the list--really good historical fiction that was sad, hopeful and took me back to another time. Pick up a copy!
See Ms. B if you need help submitting your poem.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
The Kick-off
Today we kicked off this year's MCBA program with an assembly for Ms. Lobenstine's, Ms. Klein's and Mr. Goldman's classes. The energy was high, and we are excited by the great list of books and the new elements we have added to the program. Let the mad reading begin!
Monday, July 18, 2011
Summer Reading
I hope the summer is full of fun, new adventures and relaxation. It's a great time to get started on the new MCBA list. With plenty of time to read, and the books in abundance at the public library, you 'll have a great start when we begin the program in November.
My early favorite is Operation Redwood--terrific characters and a good story--it made me interested to learn more about the Redwood forests. Let me know what your favorites are!
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Books in Action 2011
WOW! March 11, 2011 was a night to remember. Over 130 readers, 40 teacher and parent volunteers and four librarians came together to celebrate reading at our 10th Books in Action.
I think it was the best ever.....
Monday, March 7, 2011
Congratulations to Ms. Klein's Class
Ms. Klein's class has won the participation points contest with a total of 473 points. They read 378 books and completed 50 book projects, won T-Day Trivia, the Door decorating contest and participated in the Battle of the Books. They have won a library party of their choosing.
Ms. Lobenstine's class came in second with 434 points. They read 377 books!
Mr. Goldman's class was third with 235 books read.
Congratulations to all our readers!
Monday, February 28, 2011
Emma reads all 25!
Izzy reads 25!
Sunday, February 27, 2011
A busy week in store
Are you ready? Well here it comes!
Tuesday, 3/1- 8:45 a.m. sharp all points for books read and projects must be on my desk. (If you are sick-call or email!)
Tuesday, 3/1- 8:45 a.m. sharp all points for books read and projects must be on my desk. (If you are sick-call or email!)
Voting for Favorite Book- all day in the LC
Wednesday, 3/2
Permission slips due for Books in Action
Thursday, 3/3
High Noon Battle of the Books U28 semi-final vs. Swift River via Skype
Go SES team!!!!!
Tuesday 3/8
U28 Championship
Friday, 3/11
5:45-8:30 p.m. Books in Action at Swift River School
Winning Book announced
Thursday, February 17, 2011
A great final!
Second Place
Third Place
Division C Winner
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Division B Winner
They did not miss one question. Like a well-oiled machine, they were in synch as they produced correct answer after correct answer. No sweat from this team of smooth 6th graders.
Congratulations Henry, Aidan, Izzy and Sage for winning today's semifinal round in Battle of the Books!
(Can I add that the teacher team of Ms. Klein, Ms. Donovan, B.Z. and Ms. Fraker really held their own. 3rd place! )
Division A champs
Eric joins the 25 Club
Sage does it again
Friday, February 11, 2011
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Online challenge
Write two book reviews on Destiny Quest for books you have read during MCBA and receive a point! Book reviews should include a brief summary of the book and your thoughts.
Log into Destiny Quest from the library web page. Forget how? Check in with Ms. Bernard.
Log into Destiny Quest from the library web page. Forget how? Check in with Ms. Bernard.
Monday, January 10, 2011
Monday, January 3, 2011
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