Life in Houston at the Kinkaid School!!!

We are already having fun quadblogging with our new friends from England, Scotland, and Spain!!!  We are going to tell you a little bit about our school The Kinkaid School and our about our big city, Houston, Texas!!! Please ask any questions that we can answer as well!  We are excited to learn about your country and school too!!! 

Making Butter for Pioneer Hour!!!

Shake Shake Shake!!!

Angus, You need to take a breath!!!

That was really fun making butter like the pioneers did in the mid 1800's.  What was your favorite part of making butter.  Write 3 to 4 complete sentences about making butter and also include the second way the pioneers made butter while traveling in their wagons.  Also write about what you looking forward to at Pioneer Hour?

                                                            

Courage to do the Right Thing!!!

                                             

In assembly last Friday, Mrs. Babine talked about courage.
She said that one way to define courage is the ability to do something difficult even if you are afraid.

Please share a time when you have had the courage to:

• tell the truth the first time you are asked/admit a mistake
• stand up for a friend
• stand up for yourself

How did you feel when your were admitting to making a mistake. Were you nervous? Were you sorry for what you did? Has anyone ever stood up for you in a tough situation? Make sure to write at least five good sentences. 

                                               

Science Test

Make Mrs. Sayuk and myself proud! Teach me some information about circuits and electricity. Impress me with your knowledge.  Write at least six well written sentences.  Use your notes if you need to!!!  Have fun!!!

Are you Adventurous?

The year is 1845. The President is John Polk and you are a citizen in the Eastern region of the United States. You have never been a landowner before. You hear people talking about Manifest Destiny and moving west. Many Americans believe it was their "manifest destiny" to spread over what we now call the United States from sea to shining sea. Those willing to travel West could claim land and develop it. Will you be a pioneer and travel the Oregon Trail for 6 months/ 2,000 miles to claim your land and open space? Or, will you choose to stay put in the crowed east. What are your reasons for leaving on the trail or staying in your current home? Write at least 5 to 6 good sentences. 

Oregon Bound!!!

 As you are planning your family and getting ready to head west to Oregon, what are some good things that could happen to your family and what are some bad things that could happen to your family.  Please be realistic and do not get silly. Write in complete sentences at least three bad things that could happen and write at least three good things that could happen on the 2,000 mile trail.  Be sure to tell why they are good or bad.  I do not just want a list!!!

Spring Break!!!!

We are all excited for Spring Break—even the teachers are excited!  What are your plans for the break?  Every third year we stay in Houston!  This is our year to stay here.  It is called a staycation! However, I will sneak a trip to Corpus Christi to see my parents, and we will probably go to Rock Port!   I am really looking forward to a relaxing time reading, exercising, and family time.  In about three to four complete sentences tell us your plans for spring break.