1. What are some ways in which global warming affects oceans?
2. Which of the effects of global warming do YOU think is most serious? WHY?
Friday, January 30, 2009
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Rules at Recess?
University of Nebraska researchers believe too many kids stand around during recess. They think kids would be more active if teachers told them what to do. They say this would increase kids' activity and keep them healthy. Others say kids should be allowed to do what they want during recess. Should there be rules at recess? (from Scholastic News, January 26, 2009 edition)
Friday, January 16, 2009
Online Schools?
Next fall, a new law in Florida will require its school districts to set up optional online schools for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. The law will give parents more options for schooling their kids. Supporters of online schooling say it allows kids to learn at their own rates and get specialized instruction. But others say that it's important for kids to interact with other kids at school. What do you think? Would you like to attend an online school? (from Scholastic News, Edition 5/6, January 12, 2009)
Monday, January 12, 2009
"Ski Pants"
How is Lensey Namioka's "ski pants" story a good opening for a theme about people getting involved in each other's lives?
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