Special Guest!

Students were provided with a treat today! Our volunteer shared some pictures and historical stories from her trips to Boston. We got to see a picture of where the Boston Massacre happened as well as a photo of the Old North Church.  Many other anecdotes were shared with us from this historical city!

 Mrs. F also brought back a pencil and postcard for each student to keep. Thank you Mrs. F! We are so fortunate to have your help and kindness!

Debating about the Revolutionary War

Students had to consider both sides of the debate. They had to have their points 

counter points organized and ready to support their view point. 

Here a student is responding as to why she does not believe 

that the American Revolutionary war was worth the price.

Isabel responding to her side of the story

Counter point to Isabel's perspective

Students had to work together, share ideas, and communicate their

perspective with clarity and conviction.

Welcome to my Queendom!

Earlier this week, we learned about the French and Indian war. Students learned that while the British "won",  the ever-changing map of the times keeps on changing! We also concluded that things were getting quite tense around the colonies in 1763.

Meet my King! King George III (photo courtesy of www.history.com)


Students "drew" a card to discover if they were a 
Colonist, Tax Collector, or a Parliament member.

Students were provided with 30 "coins" 

for the day. Here is the "tax structure" for Day 1.

Within 30 minutes of the simulation, students were ready to revolt!  See how wonderful it is to be the Queen?!

          Day two's "tax structure" was even more

costly. Students definitely felt frustrated while

being reminded that someone has to help England 

build up their reserves. Students concluded that there are two sides to every story. We also realized that someone's else's solution can become someone else's problem!

Learning about the Formation of our Country

Students have been researching information on the First Americans, the Colonists, and some Explorers that helped shaped the country that we now identify as the United States of America!

Southern Colonies Information

Explorer Samuel de Champlain

The Plains Indians