Sunday, January 30, 2011

Around the World - Italy



During this time we are going to be learning about a very interesting place: Italy. 








You will learn about its history, how is daily life there, tour around and so many more things. Enjoy the trip!

Time Magazine will help you through this journey.

STEPS
Click on each one of the links to do the activity

1. Take a tour around Italy. Click at each one of the cities name and learn about them.
2. Read about its history
3. Hear how they talk and learn how to say it
4. Read about the daily life of a fifth grade girl.


5. Write a postcard to a friend. Describe the place you see in the postcard.

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Unbalanced Ecosystems

Answer the following questions:


  • Why are animal homes so important? 
  • How do animals that live in the forest depend on trees?
  • How can an animal's success be affected by its direct or indirect interactions with humans?
  • What do you think might be the long-term effects of these encounters on animal behaviors and social structures?


RESOURCES:
http://www.teara.govt.nz/en/rabbits/1
http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/kids/nzbirdsanimals/rabbits/