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__ 2015-16 Media Center Class __


 * [|Learning Math through Fun and Games!] **

Google Earth Scavenger Hunt - click on the link to find the locations. Choose any 15 of the 30 locations. Type the information in Google Docs. Do the Research! Google Docs and Internet Research. Try searching for: Cocker Spaniel Dogs, Redwood Trees, Abraham Lincoln, Appalachian Mountains 2. Click here for a internet search checklist. 3. Use this Google form to input your information. media type="custom" key="26651710"
 * Number page from 1 to 15 down the left side of page.
 * Type the name of the location (Big Ben)
 * After the name put a dash and type the City, State, Country.
 * Don't forget to Have fun!
 * 1.We will view a Presentation to learn about Wading through the Web! **

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Microsoft WORD Vocabulary Sheet - Fill out, __SAVE AS__ your name, print and hand in to Mrs. DeMarzio.

** Take this Internet Safety Quiz to see how much you know about surfing the web! ** http://www.safekids.com/quiz/index.html

Netsmartz Kids Website below. http://www.netsmartzkids.org/LearnWithClicky

[|Christmas Around the World] Create a PowerPoint about Christmas in another Country. Fly to your country in Google Earth and mark the location on the globe. Write about facts and traditions from the country of your choice. Include pictures and videos. Have fun and Merry Christmas!

** Projects throughout the year ** ** Rosary PowerPoints ** Create a PowerPoint on the Mysteries of the Rosary.

Library Research Wikispace [|Click here for KidBlog Grade 5] Find your name and enter password.
 * 1) Find a NON-FICTION book to read from the Science/Social Studies list below.
 * 2) Write an evaluation in complete sentences in Microsoft WORD.
 * 3) Post your information on KidBlog Grade 5! You can add pictures and update each day.
 * 4) Include your title and book summary in your post on your blog. Happy Blogging!
 * [[file:Materials List of Science Topics for Nonfiction Books.pdf]]
 * [[file:Evaluating Nonfiction Books.pdf]]

Click Here for the Personal Narratives Page 2012 <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 150%;">In 2012, 5th Grade worked very hard writing, typing, editing, and recording their stories to present to you. So, sit back and relax and listen to their Personal Narratives.

<span style="background-color: #ff0000; color: #ffff00; font-family: Impact,Charcoal,sans-serif; font-size: 190%;">Fast Food Fun using Microsoft Excel
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Step One:
Plan a meal with a sandwich, salad or other main dish, a side dish (french fries, etc), a drink, and a dessert. For each item on your menu, **record the total calories and the calories from fat.** Decide which fast food restaurant you would like to visit. Click on that restaurant's web site below. McDonald's:[| http://www.mcdonalds.com] Burger King: [| http://www.bk.com/] Wendy's: http://www.wendys.com/ Other Restaurants: []

Step Two:

 * Open MICROSOFT EXCEL;** Enter your data in an Excel spreadsheet. [| Click here to see a sample and directions for completing the spreadsheet] . Compare your answers to at least one other student. Print out your Excel Sheet when all your data is collected and calculated. Don't forget your Header information - Name, Date, Title.

Step Three:
Visit the United States Department of Agriculture to find out more about healthy eating guidelines: https://www.supertracker.usda.gov/default.aspx Browse through this site and [|answer the questions on your handout.]

Step Four:
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 * Using Microsoft Word,** type a three paragraph report about your findings.
 * Paragraph #1:** Introduction including which restaurant you chose and the items on your menu.
 * Paragraph #2:** Summarize your findings about your meal including number of calories, percentage of fat, etc. Copy and paste one of your charts into your document as supporting evidence.
 * Paragraph #3**: Compare and contrast your meal with another student. Use the information you recorded in step 2.
 * Paragraph #4:** Use the information from the Department of Agriculture to evaluate your meal. How does your percentage of fat compare to the percentage recommended? What about other guidelines like eating fruits and vegetables. Have you planned a healthy meal? What changes might you make in your meal to make it healthier?
 * When you finish the report, print it, attach it to your other handouts and put the whole packet in the basket.** ||

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<span style="color: #0000ff; font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive; font-size: 110%;">Ready and Action! Get your director's hat on 'cause we're making a movie. == Move over Steven Spielberg...Open up Window's Movie Maker. We are going to turn your "My Life" essays into a 2 minute movie produced by you. You will plan your movie by writing the scrip in Microsoft WORD. Then, you can start filming, directing your characters, and editing in Movie Maker. ==

Saints Power Point! You will create a presentation about your Saint to include information about their Life, Feast Day, and any special information you found in your research or in your library book.
 * ==== Minimum of 5 slides - include a Title slide and an Ending slide ====
 * ==== Each slide should have some text and a picture ====
 * ==== You will have 3 classes to finish your presentation. ====

= Christmas Storybird = == **It's Christmas Time! You can be the author of a Christmas book. We are using StoryBird to create a fun-filled Holiday story. Log-in with our class name and we will read our books on the SmartBoard before Christmas break.**

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The Seven Sacraments
 * <span style="color: #bf1908; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 120%; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Create a PowerPoint Presentation on the Sacraments. We will use text, images, animations, and sounds to prepare an interesting presentation on what you know about the Sacraments. Take your time while creating a powerful presentation for the class to see. Use your Religion books as a reference or visit the Religion section of our library for more information. **

Congratulations to the 5th Grade Students on receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation!