Tuesday – Computer Lab
In the lab, we will revisit the geography tools we learned about last week. Using details from the book, and data from our research, we will try to pinpoint where in Kosovo the Leshis live. Click this link for a great website for learning both US and world geography: Sheppard Software Games.
Wednesday & Friday – The Day of the Pelican
Day of Pelican beginning notes
This week, we will be reading chapters 6 – 10. We will revisiting the push and pull factors of immigration. Some questions being asked students this week: What is the history and purpose of NATO? If 90% of Kosovo was Albanian, why do you think so many left without fighting? What part does religion play in this story? Can you remember a time you have been hungry? How do you think that compares with the Leshi experience of hunger?
Thursday- River Valley Tech Center Trip
The 8th grade will be traveling to the tech center in Springfield for a morning designed to introduce students to the many hands-on options available once they start high school. Students who enjoy this trip and want more should check out their Summer Tech Camp for middle schoolers.
