Monday, February 8th

So, where did the Pre-Columbian peoples (Native Americans) come from? We looked at the Bering Land Bridge (Clovis First) theory. Then we watched a video about Kennewick Man and began a discussion about alternate theories of early human migration in North America.

 The Bering Land Bridge Theory

Friday, February 5th

Began the Pre-Columbian America unit today. After initially getting organized, Mr. M started our first history unit with some stories about early contact with Europeans/Americans and the native peoples of North America.

Thursday, February 4th

The Big Geography Test was today! See you tomorrow for the start of Pre-Columbian America.

Wednesday, February 3rd

Review Activity - Geo Olympics! The events were: Where in the U.S. are you? States! Where's Your Capital? and finally the Salt Map Dash!

Good luck on the Test tomorrow!

Tuesday, February 2nd - Ground Hog Day!

Mr. M out with sick little girl. Test moved to Thursday. Students practiced for the test. They also watched some of the Ken Burn's documentary series - National Parks!  Ground Hog did not see his shadow in Wis!

Tuesday, February 2nd! Ground Hog Day!

The Geography test is officially moved to Thursday! Students practiced with a blank map filling in the states and capitals. Next, they watched a short video about Ken Burn's latest series - National Parks - America's Best Idea. 

Here is the link: http://www.pbs.org/nationalparks/watch-video/#872

Students also composed an essay after watching the video clip!

If you liked that clip check out this other one from a guy who spent 3 months trekking the Brooks Range. That's northern Alaska, y'all!

Monday, February 1st

Finished our whirlwind tour of the United States. We coasted through the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern states. Map Quiz #5 was today!