April 2012
2 posts
Egyptian Words
diety
Pharaoh
embalm
mummify
natron
shroud
sarcophagus
March 2012
4 posts
SS7 Definitions
kohl- a powder used as a cosmetic to darken the eyelids, eyebrows…
ochre- a red clay
henna- an Asian shrub or small tree used as dye
amulets- an object used to keep away evil spirits or injury
linen shift- a simple loose-fitting dress
loincloth- a piece of cloth wrapped around the waist
Egypt
1. Nile- the longest river in the world
2. silt- a type of fertile soil
3. delta- a triangle-shaped marshy area
4. Sahara- the largest desert in the world
5. sandstone- a type of sedimentary rock
6. cataracts- dangerous whitewater rapids
7. Mediterranean- a sea near bordering Israel
December 2011
1 post
Ancient Greece (Wikipedia) →
October 2011
1 post
June 2011
1 post
May 2011
1 post
Watch
April 2011
1 post
Five Ways My Family Can Help The Water Pollution...
I know about five ways that my family can help save water. When we brush our teeth, we should not let the tap run with water. When we need to wash ourselves, we should use the the shower for a short time. We should always not use water for non-essential things such as sending water-bombs at people on dry land. We all should help collect water and let it recycle. Also, we should only use the...
February 2011
1 post
WatchSecond Storybird Assignment
January 2011
7 posts
WatchFirst Storybird Assignment
Canadian Religions
In Canada, there are a variety of religions. Among all these religions is Christianity. We all believe that Mary bore a son named Jesus Christ of Nazereth. We all believe that Jesus did many great things when he was on earth. He performed many miracles, including rising a man from the dead. In the end, Jesus himself died on the cross and rose from the dead. He then went back to heaven, to stay...
Canadian Holidays
In Canada, there are many holidays representing different countries and there are holidays representing Canada and other famous people. For Canada, there is Remembrance Day, Labour Day, Victoria Day, and Haloween. These holidays are celebrated by many Canadians. For other cultures, there is Chinese New Year, Mooncake Festival, and many other holidays celebrated by Canadians. When I celebrate...
SS Video #3
- Traveling Tips
- Spain
- I learned that there are many traveling tips in Spain to see all the landmarks, etc.
SS Video #2
- Espagnol Ap
- Spain
- I learned how to speak a little Spanish.
SS Video #1
- In Spain, in Tapas Bars, you are expected to throw rubbish on the floor.
- Spain
- I learned that in Spain in Tapas Bars, you are expected to throw rubbish on the ground.
December 2010
1 post
Watch
November 2010
11 posts
WatchClass Slide Presentation for the second novel, Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes
Canadian Food
Canadian food is the best! Canadian food usually depends on where you live. Most families in Canada have three meals a day. For most families, breakfast is actually a very light meal which usually has cereal and eggs. Lunch is a little larger meal that many people have sandwiches for. Dinner is the largest meal. It is a feast!
Canadian Education
There are many different types of schools in Canada. Most schools have elementary school from Grade 1-7 while secondary school is Grade 8-12. There are many shools in Canada that are specially made for disabled children. School runs from Monday to Friday and September to June.
Canadian Health Care
Canadians are very proud of their health care. There are many signs in Canada around the cities that are “NO SMOKING” signs. In the early years, health care was extremely important. In cars, people are ensured their safety by having on seatbelts. People have regular visits to the doctor and dentist. There are many dentists, doctors, surgeons, and many different kinds of health care...
The World of Work in Canada
There are many jobs available in Canada. Most jobs require people to work 35 hours per week. There are teachers, clerks, and service industries. 45% of women are accepted into jobs and most careers are open to women. In the Atlantic provinces, there are many jobs including fishing and coal mining. In many jobs, good language is needed and also good computer skills are needed.
Sports and Recreation in Canada
Hockey is Canada national sport. In the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Winter Games, the men’s and women’s ice hockey won gold! In other sports, Canadians like to play lacrosse, curling, football, and basketball. Soccer is becoming increasingly popular too. Canadians also like to swim, ski, skate, row, and run. They also play many different types of sports. Canadians love to take a walk...
Family Life in Canada
Canadians value family life.A family in Canada is usually a father, a mother, and a child or children. However, 13% of children in Canada only have one parent. In Canada, marriage is a major celebration. After marriage, some children still live in their parent’s homes with their spouses. If they have their own homes, parents then find work. Most parents in Canada work outside of the home....
October 2010
10 posts
A Look In The Past in Canada
Before the Europeans, many different types of people lived in North America. The Aboriginal peoples were one of the many peoples.Somewhere in the 15th Century, the Vikings came and found the new land. Eventually, the French came to the new land in the 17th Century. The British came too. So, they got into a big war which Great Britain eventually won and Great Britain got control of ¨The Dominion of...
Climate and Landscape in Canada
Canada is the second largest country in the world. There are six natural regions. The Canadian Shield is the largest region. There are four seasons in Canada. There is spring, summer, autumn and winter. In the north, it is like a cold desert. In the west, there is more rainfall. In the east, there are low temperatures. In the Atlantic provinces, there are many trees, valleys and mountains. Same...
Quick Facts About Canada
Canada is a huge country. It is the second largest country in the world. It’s area is 9.9 million square km across.Canada occupies six time zones. Canada’s capital is Ottawa, Ontario. On July1,2010, the Dominion of Canada was a independent country. It’s official languages is English and French. Canada includes ten provinces and three territories. The first immigrants from Europe...
Gold Book Review
The author was Allen, his right was to move within countries and visit other countries. The most important sentence was ” I think my right is important because what if you got a letter from your boss that said ” We need you to go to Vancouver and help me with ideas to boost our company.”
