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On the last day until winter break my Media Specialist sent to me...

1/3/2015

1 Book Rec-om-men-dation

Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail
by Cheryl Strayed

It has been a challenging first semester for many of us. If you can make any time for yourself over break I recommend reading Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed. It is the story of how one woman chose to take life one step at a time.

Maybe we could organize a movie night after we return from break! Enjoy your break everyoneJ

On the 3rd Day Until Winter Break My Media Specialist Sent to Me...

1/3/2015

3 Classroom Noise Monitoring Ideas

#1 Too Noisy- free
http://www.academyapps.net/toonoisyliteonline/
The "Too Noisy" website is in beta and has been designed to assist a teacher keep control of general noise levels in a classroom using a visual stimulus. As the noise level in a classroom increases beyond an acceptable level the noise level meter dynamically indicates the level of noise, and the background graphics within the program change to reflect the noise levels. Teachers are able to control the sensitivity of the app by using the sensitivity slider within the site itself so the tool can be used for all types of lessons.

#2 Bouncy Balls- free
https://bouncyballs.org/
Bouncy Balls is a website that activates your microphone and detects noise level. The more noise in the room, the more the balls bounce. The quieter the room is, the more still the balls remain.

#3 Silent Light app
$2.99
Silent Light is a very colorful stoplight, which changes from green to orange to red, based on the noise level in the classroom. The classroom can earn points by being on-task and quiet while Silent Light is running. The noise sensitivity is fully programmable.

On the 4th Day Until Winter Break My Media Specialist Sent to Me...

1/3/2015

4 Night Before Christmas Resources

#1 Books in our collection

#2 History of the poem- Great informational text addition!
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Night-Before-Christmas-460225

#3 Using the poem to identify poetic elements
(attached below)

#4 ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas- Illustrate the poem
(below from http://www.reading-with-kids.com/support-files/twas-the-night-before-christmas.pdf)

On the 5th Day Until Winter Break My Media Specialist Sent to Me...

1/3/2015

5 New Holiday Books
(We have many others, but these are the new titles purchased with the pumpkin auction money.)

O Christmas Tree: Its History and Holiday Traditions
Jacqueline Farmer
From the Christmas tree's origins to its decorations and lights, readers will learn about the various traditions that led to the holiday celebrations people enjoy today.
Lexile: 980

Shooting at the Stars: the Christmas Truce of 1914
John Hendrix.

In 1914 France, a British soldier writes to his mother about the strange events of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, when German and Allied soldiers met on neutral ground to share songs, food, and fun. Includes historical notes and glossary.
Lexile:830

Santa Clauses: Short Poems from the North Pole
Bob Raczka
Twenty-five haiku give readers a fresh, humorous perspective on Santa's December preparations.
Lexile: NA

The Twelve Days of Christmas in Illinois
Gina Bellisario

Mia writes a letter home each of the twelve days she spends exploring the state of Illinois at Christmastime, as her cousin Sam shows her everything from the state capital, Springfield, to historic Route 66. Includes facts about Illinois.
Lexile: NA

Chick n Pug Christmas
Jennifer Sattler
Sidekick Chick's new mission for his best friend--and hero--Pug, who would rather sleep, involves dressing as Santa and spreading joy to everyone at Christmas.
Lexile: 380

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