From: "Kathryn Martinez" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Kathy M. MARTINEZ <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sat, 27 Apr 2002 10:42:36 -0400 Subject: dyslexia, swiss family, barriers, Vermont, the letter S, dinosaurs, cinco de may
>From Dyslexic to Published Author: The Inspiring Story of Cynthia Ward http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2231.html by Cynthia Ward This is a short biographical sketch of the life of Cynthia Ward. For those helping their children face the hurdles of a learning challenge, this story should inspire you and give you renewed hope for their future. Swiss Family Robinson Unit Study – Chapter Seven http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2232.html Chapter Seven entitled Falconhurst Again, continues the unit study of the Swiss Family Robinson by Johann Wyss Breaking Down the Barriers http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2238.html by Kathryn Stout When children struggle repeatedly without success, their natural reaction is to avoid that challenge in the future. And, so, kids "hate" math, or reading, or spelling, or. . . the list goes on. Is it possible for a teacher to tear down that wall of resistance, or must she simply become a drill sergeant demanding that assignments be completed? Vermont – A State Unit Study http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2240.html by HOST egroups This mini unit on VERMONT uses the cross curricular approach to education. There are several activities from different academic subjects for you to choose from. One of the most important things is to have fun! Introducing the Letter Ss http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2235.html Here are lots of good ideas from all over the place for introducing the letter S. Most of these activities use the across-the-curriculum approach. These ideas are not just for preschoolers, but can be used remedially for any level, and for teaching students whose first language is not English. Jehovah's Giants: A Dinosaur Unit Study -- Lesson Five http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2228.html by Cheryl Lazarus Here is Lesson Four from Cheryl Lazarus' dinosaur unit study entitled Jehovah's Giants or Reptiles Large and Small -- God Made Them All. Jehovah's Giants: A Dinosaur Unit Study -- Lesson Six http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2237.html by Cheryl Lazarus Here is part six of Cheryl Lazarus' wonderful unit study on dinosaurs! Celebrating Cinco de Mayo: Double Decker Taco Pizza http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2236.html Have a child that isn’t too fond of Mexican food? This is a fun way to get them to try it during your study of Mexico and a Cinco de Mayo feast. The kids also get a big kick out of “building” their pizzas. Celebrating Cinco de Mayo: Mexican Geography and Culture http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2239.html While celebrating Cinco de Mayo, turn it into a learning opportunity by studying the geography of Mexico and Mexican culture. Home Ec Projects: Preserving Cucumbers http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2233.html There is basically one way of preserving cucumbers and that is by “pickling.” The following activities will give you the opportunity to try your hand at this ancient method of preservation. Before canning, please be sure and complete the lesson on canning safety and always maintain safe food handling practices. Home Ec Projects: Preserving Cherries http://www.easyfunschool.com/article2234.html Cherries are very, very versatile fruits. They can be dried like raisins; made into fruit leathers; canned for jellies, jams, preserves, conserves, marmalades, and more; pickled, candied, frozen, etc. Following directions properly, you can wind up with a pantry item that is not only tasty, but quite pretty. Kathy in FL [EMAIL PROTECTED] My Web Site: http://www.easyfunschool.com Free Education Newsletter: http://www.easyfunschool.com/msubscribe.html Ancient Rome Unit Study: http://www.easyfunschool.com/page1055.html One hundred years from now, it will not matter what my bank account was, how big my house was, or what kind of car I drove. But the world may be a little better, because I was important in the life of a child." -Forest Witcraft ******************************************* For digest instead of individual postings, send the message: set k12newsletters digest to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe, click and send (no body or subject: required) mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] K12 Newsletters mailing list is a service of Classroom Connect - http://www.classroom.com Archives for K12 Newsletters can be found at: http://www.classroom.com/community/email/archives.jhtml?A0=K12NEWSLETTERS **********************************************************
