Can You Memorize the Beginning of the Declaration of Independence?

5th graders had to memorize certain parts of the Declaration of Independence. Here is a video of Quinn showing off his memorization skills.

Preamble to the Constitution recited by a 2-year old

Constitution Preamble - Schoolhouse Rock

3-14-11

Students have completed the extensive unit on colonization and the Revolutionary War.  In the upcoming weeks we will focus on establishing the government for our new nation and westward expansion. Some key events and documents we will study are: The Constitution, Bill of Rights, 3 branches/3 levels of government, War of 1812, Lewis and Clark, and Manifest Destiny. This week we will be learning about how the framers of our new nation will work to establish a new government as well.  It is very important that students are participating in class and completing assignments and all will be successful in understanding this important part of U.S. History.

Make a Four Leaf Origami Clover from Three 1 Dollar Bills

Bring on the Four leaf clovers!!!

March is here! It is hard to believe that we are starting our 8th month of school. I love March because we know that springtime is just around the corner. The two things I love about spring is four leaf clovers and baseball. My father used to find four leaf clovers with me and my kids and he said they would bring you good luck if you carried them in your back pocket. I treasure the memories of searching for clovers together. So, if you have the time and need some extra luck, go searching through the grass for those four leafed, green treasures.  I know the month of March is going to be GREAT!

Look at my next blog and watch how to fold 3 $1 bills into a lucky four leaf clover. Can you do it?