martes, 15 de marzo de 2016

International Day

Dear Students and Parents,

We would like to extend a sincere thank you for all of your hard work, dedication, and shared talent that you put forth as we prepared for and presented at International Day.

Please enjoy the recording of fourth grade's dance below.

Muchisimas Gracias!

Saludos,

Ms. Hodges & Ms. Jezabel


martes, 8 de marzo de 2016

Book Diorama

Book Diorama Check-In Dates

*For examples, search Google for Book Dioramas and you will see plenty of examples. Which ones do you like the best, and why?


Monday, March 28
____Finish reading your book and tell Ms. Hodges the title.

Monday, April 4
____Pick your favorite scene in the story, or brainstorm a scene in the book that you want to represent in your book diorama.  Write down the moment in the book that you want to create a picture of when you make your diorama.

Monday, April 11
___Identify at least 2 characters.  Brainstorm how they will be made and what they will look like, and draw your plans to turn into Ms. Hodges.  Think:  “What characters are most important in the story?”  “How can I make their personalities shine through?”  “What materials will I use to make them?”

Monday, April 18
___Identify at least 1 more character.  Brainstorm how they will be made and what they will look like, and draw your plans to turn into Ms. Hodges.  Think:  “What characters are most important in the story?”  “How can I make their personalities shine through?”  “What materials will I use to make them?”

Monday, April 25
___Brainstorm how you will show the setting in your scene.  Think:  What does the setting look like at this part in the story?  What materials will you use?  

Monday, May 2
___Write a paragraph that summarizes the plot on an index card.  Make sure you summarize the most important details from the beginning, middle, and end.  Use only a few interesting details in the summary, such as descriptions and dialogue.  Also, remember to use characters’ names and the setting.

Monday, May 9
___Create the scene on your diorama.

Monday, May 16
___Finish the characters and the plot card for your diorama.

Monday, May 23
___Present your finished diorama!

Book Diorama Check List

Monday, March 28
____Title of your book: ______________________________________________

Monday, April 4

____Pick your favorite scene in the story:

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Write down the moment in the book that you want to create a picture of when you make your diorama.
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Monday, April 11
___Identify at least 2 characters:

1:  ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Brainstorm how they will be made and what they will look like, and draw your plans to turn into Ms. Hodges.  Think:  “What characters are most important in the story?”  “How can I make their personalities shine through?”  “What materials will I use to make them?”
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Monday, April 18
___Identify at least 1 more character:
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Brainstorm how they will be made and what they will look like, and draw your plans to turn into Ms. Hodges.  Think:  “What characters are most important in the story?”  “How can I make their personalities shine through?”  “What materials will I use to make them?”
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________


Monday, April 25
___Brainstorm how you will show the setting in your scene.  Think:  What does the setting look like at this part in the story?  What materials will you use?
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________  

Monday, May 2
___Write a paragraph that summarizes the plot on an index card.  Make sure you summarize the most important details from the beginning, middle, and end.  Use only a few interesting details in the summary, such as descriptions and dialogue.  Also, remember to use characters’ names and the setting.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Monday, May 9
___Create the scene on your diorama.

Monday, May 16
___Finish the characters and the plot card for your diorama.

Monday, May 23
___Present your finished diorama!





Plot Card
Name:___________________
Use these prompts to complete the prompt card for your Book Diorama.  You may choose to either complete this form, or to create your own card and add your own illustrations and format to it.  When you are done with your card, please remember to keep it and turn it in with your diorama.

1:  SOMEBODY
List and describe the main characters.
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2:  WHERE
The story took place (where and when).....

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3:  A character WANTED….

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4:  BUT (complication)...

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5:  SO (resolution)....

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jueves, 3 de marzo de 2016

International Day Schedule & Info

Dear Parents and Students,

Please see the schedule below for information about International Day.  It's coming up quickly, and will be held next Friday, March 11!  We are busy preparing here in 4th grade, and look forward to having you join us.

Please note that forms are due at school on Monday, March 7.  You can purchase passports beforehand for 500 Bs or on the day of the event for 600 Bs.

Linda should also be contacting you soon about assisting with set-up, running, and cleaning up the booth.  Thank you in advance for your support.

  We look forward to International Day 2016!

Cheers,

Ms. Hodges

Schedule of International Day
Time
Elementary  & 5th grade
ECE , 6th/8th & HS
8:00-8:30
·         Set-Up/Preparation for Diversity Exhibitions
·         Change into costumes
Class as normal
8:30-10:30
Elementary Diversity Exhibitions
·         Students circulate between classes
·         A schedule will be sent out

Class as normal
10:30-11:15
Snack/Recess
10:15-11:00         Prepare to get ready forInternational Day Performances
11:00-11:15
Prepare for InternationalDay
11:15-1:00
International DayPerformances    
**Gecko Dome**
1. Everyone sit in Gecko dome (Map)
2.  “Opening Ceremony” Parade
3.  Order of Performances (ECE-HS)
1:00-2:10
International Day Food Booths Open
2:10-3:00
“Community Clean Up”
We all pick up after ourselves