Monday, April 26, 2010

Washington D.C.


The White House is located in Washington D.C. Where did the name "Washington D.C." come from? (This comes from today's lesson. You will find your answer in lesson 1 of Chapter 11)

- Line - Segment -

What is a line segement? Give two examples of line segments in your home.

Lines.

The wonderful thing about a line is that it continues on in either direction. Look at the horizon in this picture. It seems to go forever. This is a great example of a line. What other examples of lines can you think of?

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Social Studies Fair Projects

In two sentences, tell me about your Social Studies Fair Project.

Fine Arts

Who was Leonardo Da vinci?

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

English/ Slang

Today we discussed the importance of learning proper English. What do you think are the advantages of speaking proper or correct English?

Sunday, April 11, 2010

iLEAP

Preparing for the iLEAP can be a very scary thing. What advice woud you give to your classmates to help them prepare their minds each day for testing this week?

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Lines, Lines, Lines!

What is the difference between a line and a line segement?

Geometry

What is the difference between 2 dimentional and 3 dimentional shapes?

Visit theses sites for some geometry practice. Game 1 Game 2 Game 3.

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Math

What is the formula for area and how would you explain area to someone your know?

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Hello!

What is the purpose of the iLEAP?

Monday, March 22, 2010

Revolutionary War

Why was the Revolutionary War fought?

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Welcome

Welcome to Mrs. McHenry's Class blog! If you are a student of mine you will be responsible for completing some assignments over the next nine weeks. This is a new process for me so I hope that we can enjoy learning to blog together.

For those of you who do not know me, I am Mrs. Kimberly McHenry and I teach 5th Grade students in Louisiana. I am certified to teach regular education students grades 1-8 and special education students grades K-12. I enjoy teaching, learning new things, singing in church or anywhere else for that matter, and spending time with my family and friends.

I am currently teaching all subjects, therefore in this blog you will find assignments and discussions posted on all subjects.

Come! Let's Enjoy Learning Together!