Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Friday, May 22, 2009
May....Who did Summer live with before Ob and May? Why did Ob and May decide to bring her home to live with them at Depp Water? What are some of the strange items that Cletus has collected over the years? Tell me about this character, Cletus. 1. May was moved from place to place. 2.Ob decided to keep Summer because he needed some one to love and care for since May died. 3.Cletus collected Wrapping paper, paperbacks,pictures from cereal boxes and now regular pictuers. Cletus is aboy that loved to explore and he wanted to go green.
In Missing May a girl named summer and ob is summer's uncle.May is ob's wife.May died in her garden.Her family died in a flash flood a long time ago.Ob says May is still there with Summer and Ob.I'm still reading and i'm not that far like Amy. Summer alway's talk about May all the time.A lot of things changed when May died.May always never wantd to leave her home becauseshe's afraid she might loose her home.Half of her would want to go but the other half would not want to leave her home.she's scared that it would be burnend to the ground.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Missing May
Hey guys. By the looks of the way you were reading....I can tell you really enjoyed Freak the Mighty. Let me know what you think of the book. Here's some questions that I have for Missing May....Who did Summer live with before Ob and May? Why did Ob and May decide to bring her home to live with them at Depp Water? What are some of the strange items that Cletus has collected over the years? Tell me about this character, Cletus.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Sorry we didn't get to see each other last week!
Hey Brainiacs! Well I'm very sorry I didn't get to see you last week. I hope you're all feeling well! I've been thinking about you.
I enjoyed reading all your comments. You all shared some really great thoughts on the book. It sounds like most of you weren't able to finish "Autumn Street". Is that correct? Well, you know what, life got a little busy for me too, and I'm also a little behind in my reading. I agree that it can be hard to focus on two books at the same time. I have that problem too. Do you feel like you just ran out of time, or did you not enjoy the book as much as the others? What did you like or dislike about the book? Does it relate in anyway to the past books or to your new book? Are any characters similar? Let me know your thoughts! You don't have to answer all the questions. I would say just pick one to talk about. I'd also love to hear about your new book. Are you enjoying it so far? I haven't read that one so you'll have to fill me in!
We have a lot of great people who are looking forward to meeting you, so unfortunately my turn is up, but I do know that someone wonderful will be joining you next Wednesday. I'm not sure which person is joining the Brainiacs, but I know all the volunteers and they're all great people. I REALLY enjoyed meeting you and getting to read with you and I'm sorry I didn't get to tell you that in person last week. I hope you keep up your reading! There are so many exciting characters and great adventures in books. So read read read! Please do post notes back to me and I will check in and post a response before you meet your new JPMorgan friend next week.
Gretchen
I enjoyed reading all your comments. You all shared some really great thoughts on the book. It sounds like most of you weren't able to finish "Autumn Street". Is that correct? Well, you know what, life got a little busy for me too, and I'm also a little behind in my reading. I agree that it can be hard to focus on two books at the same time. I have that problem too. Do you feel like you just ran out of time, or did you not enjoy the book as much as the others? What did you like or dislike about the book? Does it relate in anyway to the past books or to your new book? Are any characters similar? Let me know your thoughts! You don't have to answer all the questions. I would say just pick one to talk about. I'd also love to hear about your new book. Are you enjoying it so far? I haven't read that one so you'll have to fill me in!
We have a lot of great people who are looking forward to meeting you, so unfortunately my turn is up, but I do know that someone wonderful will be joining you next Wednesday. I'm not sure which person is joining the Brainiacs, but I know all the volunteers and they're all great people. I REALLY enjoyed meeting you and getting to read with you and I'm sorry I didn't get to tell you that in person last week. I hope you keep up your reading! There are so many exciting characters and great adventures in books. So read read read! Please do post notes back to me and I will check in and post a response before you meet your new JPMorgan friend next week.
Gretchen
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Freak the Mighty
What is this story about so far? Who are the main characters? What do you think will happen? I am interested to know why the book is named Freak the Mighty....keep this in mind as you read the rest of the book.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Autumn Street
Ok! We're going to decide these questions together!
1. When does this story take place? What war? What year? How do you know?
2. What do you think the teacher is going to do with the paintings?
3. What do you think Elizabeth will be when she grows up?
4. What do you think will happen next?
Pick two questions to answer!
See you soon!
Gretchen
1. When does this story take place? What war? What year? How do you know?
2. What do you think the teacher is going to do with the paintings?
3. What do you think Elizabeth will be when she grows up?
4. What do you think will happen next?
Pick two questions to answer!
See you soon!
Gretchen
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Thanks for the fun book club session!
Hi guys!
I had so much fun meeting you all yesterday and talking about Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH! I read some more last night, and this morning, and I'm almost done. I'm really into it! I keep reading because I really want to find out what happens! I really care about these characters and I want to know how it all turns out for them. Do you ever feel that way when you're reading a good book? As you get further into the story, are there any new characters or new developments with characters that makes them even more special to you? If so, who? What it is about them that you like? I'd love to hear your thoughts, so post a comment and let me know! Of course, you can also just post a comment and say hi and tell me anything that's special about the book for you that you didn't get to tell me yesterday.
I'll write more tomorrow. I can't wait to see you guys next week!
Gretchen
I had so much fun meeting you all yesterday and talking about Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH! I read some more last night, and this morning, and I'm almost done. I'm really into it! I keep reading because I really want to find out what happens! I really care about these characters and I want to know how it all turns out for them. Do you ever feel that way when you're reading a good book? As you get further into the story, are there any new characters or new developments with characters that makes them even more special to you? If so, who? What it is about them that you like? I'd love to hear your thoughts, so post a comment and let me know! Of course, you can also just post a comment and say hi and tell me anything that's special about the book for you that you didn't get to tell me yesterday.
I'll write more tomorrow. I can't wait to see you guys next week!
Gretchen
Monday, March 23, 2009
Pages 142-164
The Boniface Estate
During the first two years after their escape, Nicodemus says some times were pleasant, especially the joy of being free, but others were dangerous and terrible. It was during this time that Nicodemus lost his _________________ and got his ___________.
They did have two pieces of great luck. The first was finding the _______________. Where were the owners? __________________Why were they gone? __________. Inside, they found plenty of _________________ and in the study, they found _________ . The only problem was fooling the_______________ . All winter they ___________and practiced __________________.
The Main Hall
Nicodemus's Flashback story ends temporarily.) What does Justin show Mrs. Frisby in the cave that he says is their most important invention, the key to The Plan? _________________________ The whole idea of The Plan is to live without ______________________.
The Toy Tinker
(Return to the Flashback) When the rats first leave the Boniface Estate, they still think stealing is the only way for rats to live. They read a fascinating book about intelligent ancient rats and their descendents. They finally decide they do not want to live above ground, like humans, but would be more comfortable living where? ___________________________. Therefore, they look for a _____________________ in the mountains near a farm where they would be able to steal ____________________.
During the first two years after their escape, Nicodemus says some times were pleasant, especially the joy of being free, but others were dangerous and terrible. It was during this time that Nicodemus lost his _________________ and got his ___________.
They did have two pieces of great luck. The first was finding the _______________. Where were the owners? __________________Why were they gone? __________. Inside, they found plenty of _________________ and in the study, they found _________ . The only problem was fooling the_______________ . All winter they ___________and practiced __________________.
The Main Hall
Nicodemus's Flashback story ends temporarily.) What does Justin show Mrs. Frisby in the cave that he says is their most important invention, the key to The Plan? _________________________ The whole idea of The Plan is to live without ______________________.
The Toy Tinker
(Return to the Flashback) When the rats first leave the Boniface Estate, they still think stealing is the only way for rats to live. They read a fascinating book about intelligent ancient rats and their descendents. They finally decide they do not want to live above ground, like humans, but would be more comfortable living where? ___________________________. Therefore, they look for a _____________________ in the mountains near a farm where they would be able to steal ____________________.
PAGES 120-141
1. How do Nicodemus and Justin meet Jonathan Frisby?
2. Describe in a paragraph the escape and the dangers and problems involved:
2. Describe in a paragraph the escape and the dangers and problems involved:
Pages 103-119
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ANSWERED ALL OF THE QUESTIONS FROM THE LAST SET OF PAGES!!
Pgs. 103-119
1. For the next ___ years, Nicodemus says he was the prisoner of Dr. ______________. and his team of scientists. His two helpers are _______________and________________.
2. Describe in a paragraph the most interesting parts of the experiment on the rats and mice.
Pgs. 103-119
1. For the next ___ years, Nicodemus says he was the prisoner of Dr. ______________. and his team of scientists. His two helpers are _______________and________________.
2. Describe in a paragraph the most interesting parts of the experiment on the rats and mice.
Pages 83-102
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE COMPLETED ALL OF THE QUESTIONS IN EARLIER CHAPTERS BEFORE YOU CONTINUE ON..
Chapter 12 - Isabella
1. Who is Isabella, what does she think of Justin, and what does she tell Mrs. Frisby about Jenner?
Chapter 13 A Powder for Dragon
1. Describe Arthur in two sentences:
2. What was Nicodemus's explanation of the owl's advice about moving Mrs. Frisby's house into the lee of the stone?
3. What must be done with Dragon before the house can be moved?
4. Why can't the rats put the sleeping powder in Dragon's bowl in the Fitzgibbon's kitchen but the mice can?
5. What shocking information does Mrs. Frisby learn at the end of this chapter?
Chapter 14 The Marketplace
1. Most of the rest of the story is a flashback in which Nicodemus tells Mrs. Frisby the story of NIMH. How did the men from NIMH capture the rats in the marketplace?
Chapter 12 - Isabella
1. Who is Isabella, what does she think of Justin, and what does she tell Mrs. Frisby about Jenner?
Chapter 13 A Powder for Dragon
1. Describe Arthur in two sentences:
2. What was Nicodemus's explanation of the owl's advice about moving Mrs. Frisby's house into the lee of the stone?
3. What must be done with Dragon before the house can be moved?
4. Why can't the rats put the sleeping powder in Dragon's bowl in the Fitzgibbon's kitchen but the mice can?
5. What shocking information does Mrs. Frisby learn at the end of this chapter?
Chapter 14 The Marketplace
1. Most of the rest of the story is a flashback in which Nicodemus tells Mrs. Frisby the story of NIMH. How did the men from NIMH capture the rats in the marketplace?
Friday, March 20, 2009
PAGES 61-82
Chapter 9: In the Rosebush
1. How had the rats camouflaged the entrance in their burrow?
Chapter 10: Brutus
1. When Brutus refuses to let Mrs. Frisby in the burrow, __________ comes down the path and helps her. What is his answer to her question of how he knows Brutus will do what he asks?
Chapter 11: In the Library
1. About three feet down the rats' dark tunnel, Mrs. Frisby is suddenly amazed by what? (Hint: its the first sign of the rats' advanced civilization?)
2. From the rest of the chapter, list 6 other surprising things the rats have in their burrow that would normally be found only in the world of humans?
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
3. Where did Nicodemus tell Justin to take Mrs. Frisby to wait for him while he is in a meeting?
1. How had the rats camouflaged the entrance in their burrow?
Chapter 10: Brutus
1. When Brutus refuses to let Mrs. Frisby in the burrow, __________ comes down the path and helps her. What is his answer to her question of how he knows Brutus will do what he asks?
Chapter 11: In the Library
1. About three feet down the rats' dark tunnel, Mrs. Frisby is suddenly amazed by what? (Hint: its the first sign of the rats' advanced civilization?)
2. From the rest of the chapter, list 6 other surprising things the rats have in their burrow that would normally be found only in the world of humans?
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
3. Where did Nicodemus tell Justin to take Mrs. Frisby to wait for him while he is in a meeting?
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Tuesday, March 17, 2009
PAGES 39-60
**MAKE SURE YOU READ MY COMMENTS ON YOUR WORK FROM YESTERDAY BEFORE YOU MOVE ON!
Chapter 6 A Favor from Jeremy
1. As Mrs. Frisby is going to the hollow stump for more corn, a black object plummeted from the sky. It was ____________________________________.
2. He is attracted to shiny objects like the string and the piece of aluminum foil because__________________________________________________________.
Chapter 7 The Owl
1. What favor does Jeremy do for Mrs. Frisby?
2. The owl says all the animals help each other do what?
3. What scary thing must Mrs. Frisby do to talk to the owl?
Chapter 8 "Go to the Rats"
1. At first, the owl can think of no feasible way to solve Mrs. Frisby's problem, but then he suddenly changes his mind. What does she tell him to cause this change?
2. The owl says to tell the rats that he suggests they move her house to the lee of the stone. What does Jeremy think lee means?
Chapter 6 A Favor from Jeremy
1. As Mrs. Frisby is going to the hollow stump for more corn, a black object plummeted from the sky. It was ____________________________________.
2. He is attracted to shiny objects like the string and the piece of aluminum foil because__________________________________________________________.
Chapter 7 The Owl
1. What favor does Jeremy do for Mrs. Frisby?
2. The owl says all the animals help each other do what?
3. What scary thing must Mrs. Frisby do to talk to the owl?
Chapter 8 "Go to the Rats"
1. At first, the owl can think of no feasible way to solve Mrs. Frisby's problem, but then he suddenly changes his mind. What does she tell him to cause this change?
2. The owl says to tell the rats that he suggests they move her house to the lee of the stone. What does Jeremy think lee means?
Monday, March 16, 2009
PAGES 20-38
The Crow and the Cat
1. Mrs. Frisby has a dilemma when deciding how to go home from Mr. Ages' house. Explain the problems of the dilemma:
If she goes ___________________________________________________________ then ________________________________________________________________. However, if she goes ____________________________________________________,
then __________________________________________________________________.
2. Jeremy admits that he picked up the string that entangled his leg because it was ______________.
3. When Jeremy tells Mrs. Frisby he is in debt to her, he means ________________ ____________________________________________________________________
___.
Mr. Fitzgibbon's Plow
1. Here we learn why Moving Day is so important. Mrs. Frisby has to leave the vegetable garden each spring and move to the edge of the pasture by the brook because ______________________________________________________________________.
2. What are the two reasons this particular Moving Day is such a worry to Mrs. Frisby? (Write your answer in two sentences.)
Reason #1:
Reason #2:
Five Days
1.On the day Mrs. Frisby first hears the tractor, she notices two very strange happenings in the barnyard.
First: Describe the unusual way Dragon is behaving.
Second: What are the rats doing?
1. Mrs. Frisby has a dilemma when deciding how to go home from Mr. Ages' house. Explain the problems of the dilemma:
If she goes ___________________________________________________________ then ________________________________________________________________. However, if she goes ____________________________________________________,
then __________________________________________________________________.
2. Jeremy admits that he picked up the string that entangled his leg because it was ______________.
3. When Jeremy tells Mrs. Frisby he is in debt to her, he means ________________ ____________________________________________________________________
___.
Mr. Fitzgibbon's Plow
1. Here we learn why Moving Day is so important. Mrs. Frisby has to leave the vegetable garden each spring and move to the edge of the pasture by the brook because ______________________________________________________________________.
2. What are the two reasons this particular Moving Day is such a worry to Mrs. Frisby? (Write your answer in two sentences.)
Reason #1:
Reason #2:
Five Days
1.On the day Mrs. Frisby first hears the tractor, she notices two very strange happenings in the barnyard.
First: Describe the unusual way Dragon is behaving.
Second: What are the rats doing?
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Pages 3-19
Hi Brainiacs!
We hope you are enjoying Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh and having fun with our blog!
I am really interested to read your views on this book. Please read the questions below and think really hard about them.
I am looking forward to reading your thoughtful answers!!
**Don't forget: Make a picture in your head of where the story is taking place and what the characters may look like. This will make the story much more exciting!!
QUESTIONS
1. Where does the story take place?
2. Are you enjoying the book so far?
3. Is there a problem in the story yet? If so, what is the problem?
We hope you are enjoying Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh and having fun with our blog!
I am really interested to read your views on this book. Please read the questions below and think really hard about them.
I am looking forward to reading your thoughtful answers!!
**Don't forget: Make a picture in your head of where the story is taking place and what the characters may look like. This will make the story much more exciting!!
QUESTIONS
1. Where does the story take place?
2. Are you enjoying the book so far?
3. Is there a problem in the story yet? If so, what is the problem?
Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH
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