Art Activities

Engaging with art is essential to the human experience. Almost as soon as our motor skills are developed, we communicate through artistic expression.  A number or researchers have shown that arts can increase students’ performance in other subjects.  Since we are spending all this time indoors to keep everyone safe, why not try one of these activities?  

Please make sure to prepare the area where you will be crafting before you begin.  You have seen me prep our tables with a garbage bag before we start "crafting" at school.  Do the same at home;)

Wear an old t-shirt to avoid ruining your clothes.

 https://www.smallhandsbigart.com/abstract-scraper-painting/

http://paintbrushrocket.blogspot.com/2018/11/5th-grade-one-point-perspective.html?m=1

http://www.artwithmrsfilmore.com/5th-grade-art-lessons/

https://www.momdot.com/how-fluid-paint-kids/.   This one is a messy one.  Items from your parents bathroom cabinet may be required, so ask for help and permission first.  

Make sure you do prep your area before you begin...it could get messy

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/8e/fa/43/8efa43c8eb9c72160c721275e2da563b.jpg

https://leftbraincraftbrain.com/40-best-art-projects-for-kids/

This one is super cool if you have clay at home...

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/66/8e/2e/668e2e655bef2ab6de9ccb126d74720d.jpg

if you don't have clay, look for the recipe homemade clay.

https://suzyssitcom.com/2011/01/feature-friday-faux-stained-glass.html

https://www.smallhandsbigart.com/abstract-scraper-painting/

Let me know which one you decide to tackle today and feel free to share pictures of your work of art!  

Stay safe

MLopez

xoxo

Websites and games to practice Math

Hello everyone,
I hope you are keeping safe at home and doing your best to stay safe.  I know that during this time we are looking for ways to stay productive, so here are some websites to practice  some of the skills we have been working on all year: 


https://www.prodigygame.com (if you sign up let me know...)

https://education.jlab.org/smdeluxe/question.php?94380649 ( I love this one :) )

http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/activities/FractionFour/

http://www.mathgametime.com/

http://www.hoodamath.com/games/multiplication.html

http://www.fun4thebrain.com/murb/murb.html.

https://www.multiplication.com/

https://www.mathsisfun.com/numbers/math-trainer-multiply.html

https://www.multiplication.com/games/all-games

A great way to engage kids now is to play a game:

https://mathgeekmama.com/best-math-card-games/

http://games4learning.com/7-simple-math-card-games/

https://www.whatdowedoallday.com/fun-math-card-game-make-ten

https://www.mybaba.com/how-to-play-spoons/

https://www.mybaba.com/how-to-play-clock-patience/

Stay tuned for more online games...
Stay safe,
MLopez

A message from Mme Sarah-Rose...

Mme Sarah-Rose misses you all as well and wanted to share this video with you:

Stay tuned for more...stay safe...
xoxo
MLopez

What we have been up to while staying safe

Thanks for sharing what you have been doing at home.  

I will be sharing more pictures throughout the day...

Julia baking

Painting

Beautiful work

Mrs. Broccoli is keeping her kids busy reading and reviewing

Antonio watching his favorite tv show

Keep safe and stay tuned ;)

MLopez

Practicing Social Distance

Hello to all!
First of all I want to say that I miss you all very much!  However, in order to stay safe we need to practice social distancing and stay home to be safe and keep others safe.  We need to work together to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
I know that staying indoors for long periods of time can drive you bananas, so why not share what we have been up to :)

This video will help you better understand the Corona virus:

Drea, Max and I took a safe walk to a park last week...

XOXO

Miss Lopez

Skating at Martin Brodeur Arena

We had a blast today skating at the arena! Some of us had fun showing off our skating abilities; while other worked really hard at becoming great skaters!

 Missing Why don't we music at the arena😑

                       Racing 😎

We're having a blast in grade 6!

Sleep well munchkins!

MLopez ♥️

STEAM project

STEAM Education is an approach to learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking.

Using STEAM education results in students who take thoughtful risks, engage in experiential learning, persist in problem-solving, embrace collaboration, and work through the creative process. These are the innovators, educators, leaders, and learners of the 21st century! 

See full article: https://educationcloset.com/what-is-steam-education-in-k-12-schools/

Our munchkins have embraced this approach and are having a blast being creative! 

Take a look at our wonderful kiddos at work:

3D printing their creations

Not a mess, but creativity having fun!

Tinkering

"We're living this Miss!"

We made this table!

City planners at work

Building contractors designing

Making mansions!

I can't wait to see what Place PDC will look like! Can you?

Miss Lopez