This is going to be a summer for discovering what is in our own backyards. In British Columbia, there are so many hikes, trails, rivers, ponds, and lakes to discover. Right now is a great time to go and explore along the waters edge of local ponds & lakes because you might be able to spot a Tadpole! Check out the Video Below to learn more about a Frogs Life Cycle and what you might see if you go exploring. For more information about the Tadpoles/Frogs you might see in British Columbia visit this Frogs & Toads resource.
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Last week I provided a PDF to make a small book for Mom for Mother's day. But these books are huge compared to the mini books found in Queen Mary's Doll House. This Doll "house" is more of a Doll "Castle" and was made for our current Queen's grandmother in 1921. But this isn't an ordinary Dollhouse! It has electricity, running water and a real library with real books. Watch the video below for some more interesting facts about this unique Doll House. Pieces of History and Miniature items are great Writing Prompts
Looking to make your own mini book just like the one's in the dollhouse? Here is a special link from the Palace. (The instructions are on the bottom)
Here is another link for more information about the miniature books in the Doll House house. Baking something fun for Mom is a great little gift, plus reading or Listening and following directions is a great way to practice your English skills. One Simple Recipe you can try are Scones! This also happens to be a Corbett Family Favourite. Here is Jamie Oliver's recipe for Scones: Tip: Jamie Oliver may talk fast but his recipe is easy. Turn on the Captions and choose subtitles in English or your home language. You can also slow the speed in settings. To Read the Recipe here is Jamie Oliver's Website In the Corbett house we often use One Final Pro Tip: Don't forget to clean up your dishes so that Mom doesn't have to!
If you are searching for a writing prompt, listening to songs or reading lyrics (the song's words) is a great way to get some new ideas. Recently Canadian Artists got together (by video) to record a new version of the song "Lean On Me." This song is about friendship and helping each other. Some questions to help guide your writing:
After watching the video, if you would like to read the lyrics click Read More.
Balderdash is a great game to practice English skills as a family. The game is all about making up silly words and trying to trick the other players.
Read on to discover how to play this game! Did you know Queen Elizabeth's 94th Birthday is this April 21, 2020?? In 94 years, Queen Elizabeth has seen many world challenges. During World War 2, the British people were afraid of an attack and to protect the children they sent them away from their families. It was hard for children to be away from their family and friends, just like it is hard for us today. On October 13, 1940, at the age of 14, Queen Elizabeth (then just a princess) spoke over the radio to the children of Britain reminding them to have hope. Listen to the recording, can you hear Princess Elizabeth's instructions for the children? "And when peace comes, remember, it will be for us, the children of today, to make the world of tomorrow a better and happier place." - Princess Elizabeth To Read the Radio Message Visit the British Library
To learn more about Queen Elizabeth and her life visit Royal.Uk Want a Writing Prompt: During Covid-19 there are many ways children are helping make the "world of tomorrow a happier and better place." What are some of the ways that children are making a difference? My family loves to play the Novel Game! It's a great way to practice all of your English Language skills and it's just fun!
Read on to discover how to play! Every year our school takes time to run and raise money for the Terry Fox Foundation. Did you know that April 12th marks 40 years since Terry first started running?? Since April 1980 Terry Fox has become a Canadian Hero. If you don't know Terry's story look at the Terry Fox Foundation's Website.
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I will be using this blog page to share what is on my mind. Some days I will post more writing prompts, or other learning examples and ideas. Other days I will have links to resources or other fun links to check out while at home.
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