AMS is QuadBlogging!

Auburn has partnered with classrooms from Australia, New Zealand and Canada to blog! Please view this presentation to find out the details about Quadblogging.

Illuminated Manuscripts on PhotoPeach

During the course of our European studies with attention given to medieval period, students discussed the process of creating illuminated manuscripts, an art form that peaked during the 13th century. Illumination was created to illustrate text either, secular or religious themed, usually written in calligraphy. After describing the labor intensive procedure utilized by medieval monks, Mr. Roll had students create their own illuminations using a verse from their favorite song. The resulting student work was outstanding and some examples are shown here.

Wildcat Writers of 804

Take a few moments to read a sample of the wonderful writing that goes on in room 804.

http://wildcatwritersof804.blogspot.com/

Narrative Poem by Jim

Lyddie by Eliza

The Lyddie PhotoStory required students to retell key information from the novel, to do research on a related historical topic, and to write and perform the voice-over from a script and related documents. You are sure to enjoy Eliza's take on Lyddie. Please turn your sound up all the way!

Robbie is SMART About 3.14

Robbie chose to make an interactive lesson for his Pi Day project. He used SMART Notebook to create an activity for his peers. Check out his activity below to test your understanding of Pi!

Download Robbie's SMART Notebook file.

Understanding Pi by Kaley

When Kaley's math teacher offered extra credit for creating a Pi Day project, Kaley knew just what tool to use. She chose Xtranormal, an online site used to create movies from text. By watching this clip, you'll be sure to learn a lot about Pi, including related vocabulary and a fast fact!