Blog update and Removed Web Links.

As of Feb. 23rd, 2011, I removed the Ancient Civilization links & put up some Canadian "Black History Month" web sites.  I will remove resources/themes as classes finish projects & then put up new themes as new ones start.  Let me know if you need prior resources, and, of course, let me know of current topics that you are working on.  Enjoyable, and fascinating learning journey to you, Ms. M

Feb 18th Pro-D Motivates Me!

Thank you to Starleigh Grass, secondary teacher in Lilooet, B.C., for offering her workshop entitled "Blogoshpere: The New Staffroom."  I still have lots to learn, and finding the time to update this blog is even harder, but I believe it could become a powerful tool for students, staff, and parents.  Off I go to try and update this page a little more.  Ms. M

Ancient Civilizations or Civilisations

See links to the right re this intermediate project.  If you're having trouble finding information on your topic, let Ms. Murrells know.  Happy researching ... and remember give credit to the people you learned from; in otherwords, cite your sources - do a "Works Cited"!

Okanagan Regional Library (ORL) Tours

All primary classes have now visited the ORL to meet Mrs. Eileen Veideman, community librarian, and her assistant Belinda Leonhardt.  Mrs. V toured us around the library and we learned about the similarities and differences between the ORL and our Parkview Library.

Many of you registered for an ORL library card - fantastic!  You now can borrow resources from 29 other libraries from Penticton to Salmon Arm either in person or through their web site (see "Web Links").  Also ask about their BC card which allows you to borrow items from other BC libraries when you are traveling.  Remember, unlike our Parkview library, you can receive fines for overdue items; loans are for 21 days.  The primary students who signed out books, Nov 2nd have a Nov 23rd due date.

The ORL web site has an amazing amount of things to offer: viewing and ordering from the entire Okanagan collection, quality online databases, homework help, Kids' & Teen corners, & so much more.  Check it out their web site and general programs as soon as possible.

Upcoming Events

• Nov., 23, 24, 25 (Tue-Thur), Scholastic Book Fair,
• Dec., 1st & 15th, after lunch, Intermediate Field Trip to the Okanagan Regional Library (ORL)
• Red Cedar Awards (book competition)