We discovered oobleck… practiced sight words… enjoyed the new computers… and made robots. Just another average week in Mr. Benoit’s class.
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This past weekend, Scott Kelby (Mr Photoshop) held the Fourth Annual Worldwide Photowalk. It was my second one to attend and what a blast it was!
For the second year in a row, I walked the streets of Mineral Wells, Texas. There is so much history and mystique in that little town – how could I not go back?! And besides, when I heard that…
Photo by Morten Rand-Hendriksen
“Using Math Manipulatives and Games as a bridge to Learning”
Last mondays guest speaker was Barbara Jo Evans, an Education Consultant for ETA Cuisenaire. Barbara spoke of using math manipulatives as an innovative way to teach math using shapes, games, and technology. Some of these methods were versatiles, snap cubs, and the “Happy Meal“.
Here are some cool Websites and Wikis that you can go to for more information:
I went to the gym after class
for a tumble on the old dreadmill, while I watched the Amanda Knox verdict. I’ve followed this case for years, and I don’t really know why, but I feel like I was part of an important moment in world history … where the justice system prevailed. It was awe-inspiring to be running & watching the news.
Can you touch it? Can you feel it with your fingers? In great photos, your sense of touch should be awakened. I’m learning about composing shots in photography with Bryan Peterson’s book, Learning To See Creatively. One important element in composition is texture.
My first try in creating an interesting shot using texture is the shot with the orange background. I didn’t like the limited depth of field in this photo.
Free Faranak Farid.
The 54th Annual San Francisco International Auto Show, November 19-27, 2011, at Moscone Center is the premier auto show in Northern California. The show features the 2012 model vehicles from over 30 major manufacturers, alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles, Classic Cars, Hot Rods, racecars, and much more.
Dates: 11/19/11-11/27/11 Location: Moscone North and South Type: Consumer Show (Public/Gated) Website: sfautoshow.com
Ice cubes are great, but I want to drive little jiggly jello Porsches all over the table.
