Monday, 12/08/2008

Math
Today, we took our Unit 4 test. It contained the friendly parts method, the algorithms, magnitude estimates, and number stories. The open response was to find the missing digits so the number is divisible by both 4 and 9. It took me a while but I got it and gave a small sigh of relief. After handing in my test, I played war with my friend where you draw a card and whoever has the higher number wins the cards. If you both draw the same number, you take three cards, add the amount of the three cards together and then compare. Whoever has the highest amount wins ALL 8 cards. If you both end up with the same amount, you go through the process again.

Language Arts
Today, we had a substitute named Mrs. Hersh. We answered a writing prompt where I had to write about a time where your whole family was together. We were instructed to use the five steps for writing a prompt.
1. T.A.P.
2. Brainstorm
3. Organize The Storm
4. Write It Out
5. Check It Over
I decided to write about the time we went to the Sabangan Resort in Philippines. We had such a great time and our family was together. It was a dream come true. After I finished, I read a book.

Social Studies
Today, Mrs. Colden prepared us for our very important menu project on World Trade and Travel. We picked a topic in which I chose the Silk Road. We then chose an entree, which is the main thing you work on, two side dishes which are also about your topic and if you want extra credit, a dessert. At the end, we'll present our project. For my entree, I chose the game board. For my side dishes, I chose the rap song which I'm doing with a partner, and an invention which I already had an idea for. I plan on making a huge hit with a solid rap song, an enjoyable game, and a useful invention.

Below is a video of my rap song "The Silk Road." Starring myself and Alex. I hope you enjoy.