ANOTHER GREAT DAY

Teaching today was really fun. I started to read Belly Up so some of you Grade 5's know this story takes place in an amusement / theme park. It became clear to me very quickly that the students did not know what this kind of park was and upon investigation I realized they also had no idea what a roller coaster was. So, as I was trying to explain it, I had them put their chairs two by two and I took them on a ride. It was so much fun and tomorrow I am going to take my computer up and hook up to the internet and show them a video of a roller coaster ride. They had such a good time, and were really funny to watch. I also looked out the classroom door to see students taking a drink….no water fountains here so a good old fashioned hose it the ticket. Tonight we skyped with Division 6 and 7 and it was awesome for the students to all meet each other. The Zambian kids couldn't believe how many children were in our classes! All of the Grade 5 letters have been replied to so if I can get them home quick enough, perhaps the Canadians could write back. (Oh no, I just asked and it looks like the post will take about a month to get there, if it even makes it!!!) Will have to wait unto September to get your letters, Grade 5's :(