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Week of May 4th
Week of May 4th
Click on the picture below to listen to our story!
Click on the picture below to listen to our story!
Note: You will need to login to your child's UGCLOUD school account to view the video due to copyright regulations.
Talk About It!
Talk About It!
Talk to an adult about today's story.
1. What did you think of today's story? Would you give it a 1, 2 or 3 out of 3? Tell someone why you like it or didn't like it.
2. Have you ever heard of Tom Longboat? Talk with someone about why you might not have heard about Tom Longboat.
3. Did hearing Tom's life story inspire you? Do you share any common traits with Tom Longboat? What does Tom Longboat have to teach us?
Learning Activities: Get thinking about today's story by choosing an activity from below!
Learning Activities: Get thinking about today's story by choosing an activity from below!
Design a Super Shoe
Design a Super Shoe
Runners are very particular about having good running shoes. If you were asked to design a "Super Shoe" for a marathon runner, what would it look like? What special features would it have?
Draw a diagram and label the features. Share your picture with sfraser1@ugcloud.ca to have it featured on this website!
Maker Idea
Maker Idea
Listen to the podcast below about Tom Longboat.
Consider writing a podcast (or play) about another athlete you think deserves more recognition.
Answer the following questions in your podcast: Who, What, Where, When, Why, How
Share your finished podcast with your family and friends.
Watch the Cartoon!
Watch the Cartoon!
Watch TVOntario's "Time Trackers" video of Tom Longboat's story (click below) and decide whether you prefer the cartoon video version or the book better.
Which one had more details? Which one was more inspiring?
Blog About "Tom Longboat"
Blog About "Tom Longboat"
If you're interested in knowing what other students think about this Silver Birch Express book - and want to share your opinion too, head over to the Silver Birch BLOG. It's on UG2GO at the bottom left corner.
You can find all the Silver Birch Express books there and leave a comment with your rating out of 10 as well as your reasons why you gave it that rating! Join in the fun with kids from across our school board.
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