Heptathlon "Events" : MARCH 13, 2015
a. BOOK TRIVIA WITH KAHOOT
Someone read this out loud:
- This Kahoot Trivia Game includes 10 questions in each of the following categories. All category questions include the logo images below, so that you know what types of questions you are answering.
- To play the game, create a team of no more than three players! (You may play alone if you feel ready to take everyone on!!)
- Think of a name for your team.
- Go to kahoot.it and enter your team name and the Game Pin your teacher gives you.
- Answer quickly and accurately for the highest possible points.
- (Teachers, go to getkahoot.com. Open the Book Trivia Kahoot under My Kahoots. Login directions are in your email!)
b. iNDEPENDENT rEADING (WITH BOOK OR EBOOK)
Someone read this out loud:
- This session is for SILENT, thoughtful, relaxing, peaceful, independent reading. If you have a book or an eBook, please open it and get started. Enjoy :)
- If you do NOT have a book in any format, please open this Google Doc on eBooks which are available through our Destiny Library Catalog. The Doc has step-by-step directions for previewing or reading a title we own, or for viewing other eBook sites.
- If you don't like any of ours, check out the eBook locations at the Destiny Home Page!
- Remember. This time is for SILENT reading, so whether you choose a book or an ebook, please work independently and do not disturb the wonderfulness of reading for others!
c. POETRY ALIVE!
Someone read this out loud: Writing, reading, or listening to poetry can raise your IQ!! Let's take some time today to practice all three skills.
FIRST: watch the Spoken Word Poem "Touchscreen" below together. What do you think? Could you do something similar??
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SECOND: Browse the links below and read (or listen to) some poetry; many are written by Teens for Teens!
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THIRD: Find a partner (or work alone, whichever you prefer!) Choose one of the following poetry-writing sites below. Create your poem on your laptop or personal device, take a screen shot, and email it to [email protected]. Then check our library Facebook page to see yourself published!! (If you're not a friend already, become one today :)
- Word Mover from Read, Write, Think -- Choose a new Word Bank when you run out of words you want (or add new ones!)
- Magnetic Poetry Kits -- Select your topic, then just drag & place the words where you want them!
- Scholastic Poetry Engine -- Mostly for younger writers, but fun!
D. READING PSA's
Someone read this out loud: A PSA (or Public Service Announcement) is a media message, usually published for free, to promote a particular attitude or behavior about a social issue. Often they are on topics like health, safety, or education. Today, your task is to create a PSA on the value of READING!! Follow the steps below.
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2. Carefully read the elements of a GREAT PSA:
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4. Tweet your PSA #rebelsread (if you have an account already!)
5. OR eMail your PSA to me at [email protected]. (Or share it if you used Google.) That's ALL :)
6. Win a prize if yours is the best!!
5. OR eMail your PSA to me at [email protected]. (Or share it if you used Google.) That's ALL :)
6. Win a prize if yours is the best!!
E. BOOK FAIR
Someone read this out loud:
- We're going to the Book Fair!
- There is no obligation for you to buy anything, but we do want you to use this opportunity to build awareness of popular books and authors.
- Please bring your cell phone as there are QR codes, leading to book trailers, on the covers of many of the books in the fair and in the library. Plan to spend some time browsing and viewing any that catch your eye. (If you have no phone, we will loan you an iPod for the hour).
- In addition, plan to have a bit of a snack and a break in the routine. Milk & cookies for everyone!!
- We will follow this schedule: Book Fair with QR Codes then Cookies: Kepner & Barrett; Cookies then Book Fair with QR Codes: Contreras & Breaz
F. e-Papes
Someone read this out loud: This session is for getting caught up on your current knowledge of current events. We think news organizations are your best way to do that, so we've provided you with a number of links below that will allow you to peruse the news. Enjoy :)
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G. E-MAGS
Someone read this out loud: As hard as it is to believe, some people don't LOVE reading books!!?? They often do like magazines, though, and this session is for you to take some time to browse your favorites (or discover a favorite). Browse through the list of links below -- try some you already know and some you don't. Be prepared to spend the next 50 minutes or so, catching up on your favorite sport, hobby, or cultural icon!
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