Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Book Fair at CSMS!


THURSDAY,
OCTOBER 1,
is the
LAST DAY
of the 
BOOK FAIR! 

 


So come and shop for a great book at the Book Fair today or tomorrow!

Monday, September 28, 2015

Unit 2

Today,
Monday,
September 28, 2015,
we are beginning a new unit!
(See "Unit 2" listed under "Pages". >>)

Unit 2
"Pre-Columbian Societies and Tribes"
(Early Civilizations) 


Brief Summary of Unit:
In this unit, students will compare the characteristics of major pre-Columbian groups within North America and develop claims about the pre-Columbian societies.  
Students will participate in a research study/project on Early American civilizations and a totem activity, with a focus on Indian tribes and their impact on Early America.

Friday, September 25, 2015

U.S. Symbols



Great small group presentations today! 



Thank you, Lydia and Mom, for emailing a photo of sweet Nanna with Lady Liberty! 

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Help at Home





Get the wiggles out!


Take a break during homework!

Have fun together!

 Then get back to your homework...
Now, you can really focus on learning!






Monday, September 21, 2015

U.S. Symbols Performance Task




"American Symbol or Artifact"
(25 points; Due Friday, 9-25)



Using Primary and Secondary Sources:
What is a Primary Source?


Research Sites for Students:
Kidrex (search your symbol)



Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Constitution Day!



In honor of Constitution Day on 
Thursday,
September 17, 2015,
we are asking ALL of our students to wear 
RED, WHITE and/or BLUE
to school!

Let's show our patriotic spirit
GO AMERICA!

(...Pictures will be taken...:)

Friday, September 4, 2015

Labor Day


Have a great Labor Day weekend, 
and enjoy your Monday out of school!