“Give me liberty or give me death”
The end of the year is coming quickly. This week we studied Patrick Henry and his famous speech. All the students were to memorize the final part of his speech.
Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace – but there is no peace. The was has actually begun! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almightly God! I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!
Extra credit was given for those who dressed up as Patrick Henry, spoke with expression while speaking, and used hand gestures at the appropriate times.
All I can say is that these students were amazing! I was so impressed! Of course, everyone received a rousing “HUZZAH!” at the end of their speech.
St. Mikes’ 5th graders are the BEST!
As you can see, many of my boys and girls dressed in the Colonial finest to pick up a few extra credit points in Social Studies.
Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace – but there is no peace. The was has actually begun! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almightly God! I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!
Extra credit was given for those who dressed up as Patrick Henry, spoke with expression while speaking, and used hand gestures at the appropriate times.
All I can say is that these students were amazing! I was so impressed! Of course, everyone received a rousing “HUZZAH!” at the end of their speech.
St. Mikes’ 5th graders are the BEST!
5th graders dressed to give their “Patrick Henry” speech.
PUPPET SHOWS
Each year my 5th graders make puppets from light bulbs and felt. We had a lesson painting the faces which resulted in wonderfully expressive eyes and other facial features. The puppets shows tell stories from the Old Testament of the Bible. This year’s puppets were wonderful as usual. The stories included Noah’s Ark, The Birth of Moses, The Prodigal Son, David’s Giant Faith, Jacob & Esau, Mary and Her Family, Water From the Rock, Jonah and the Whale, and The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple. They are made completely in school with no parental help. The parents didn’t see the puppets until the day of the puppet show. It is amazing what 5th graders can do on their own.
Can you spot the two puppets that represent King Saul?
This is a soldier who tried to fight Goliath.
What a handsome beard!
Suit of Armor
Several years ago my students could make a piece of armor for extra credit. We were learning about Spanish Conquistadors in Social Studies. I gave simple directions on what to use for each of the parts. Square and rectangular tin foil pans make excellent legs and arm armor. Cardboard covered with tin foil make great chest armor and swords. Tin Foil pie plates can be used to make helmets.
As you can see this student went all out with his suit of armor.
As you can see this student went all out with his suit of armor.
Various pieces of armor
Ship in a bottle
While working on the unit on explorers, the students made a ship in a bottle. We used a 2 liter plastic bottle and made a cut near the bottom of the bottle to remove the end. The kids made ships and sails out of paper, tooth picks, and thread. Different shades of tissue paper was glued to the inside of the bottle for the water. Then the ship was glued onto the water. The bottle was put back together with clear tape. Some people could not find the joint when it was completed. Each student then wrote a short paragraph on an index card. They chose an explorer such as Magellan, Columbus, Ponce deLeon, Vasco da Gama an described their journey.
The kids loved the project!
The kids loved the project!
Ship in a bottle
Timeline to Independence
I saw a great Social Studies post on Pinterest. I modified it to fit the needs of my 5th graders. My kids are really loving drawing and coloring pictures in their notes. So I have tried to incorporate these into my teaching this year.
Timeline ladder
Tensions Between the Colonies and Great Britain Flip Chart
My 5th graders love to make flip charts to review in Social Studies.
We made these flip charts with the events leading up to the Revolution.
Some students like to add illustrations. I like to tell the kids that a picture is worth a thousand words.
We made these flip charts with the events leading up to the Revolution.
Some students like to add illustrations. I like to tell the kids that a picture is worth a thousand words.
The BOOK NOOK
My 5th grade teaching partners, Kathy and Suzanne, and I decided that an additional space was needed for our students to read. We had this great corner in the hall just outside of the 5th grade rooms and the BOOK NOOK was created.
We also have a BOOK NOOK annex which is a comfy spot to read.
The BOOK NOOK!
The BOOK NOOK.
We also have a BOOK NOOK annex which is a comfy spot to read.
The BOOK NOOK annex.
Boston Tea Party
As part of our unit ” Tension Grow between the Colonies” we had a Boston Tea Party in the 5th grade today.
Two of my students made these very cool “tea chests” that we threw into the Boston Harbor.
We Skyped with the Boston Tea Party and Ships Museum in Boston. Each child portrayed a historical person who took part in the Boston Tea Party. Everyone dressed for the day in Colonial costumes. The first part of the Skype field trip was a town meeting. The students could speak their mind about what was happening in Boston and the other colonies prior to the Boston Tea Party. Then we toured the ship, the Beaver, in Boston Harbor. Everyone had a chance to throw the tea overboard saying, “Huzzah!” It was a great day.
Two of my students made these very cool “tea chests” that we threw into the Boston Harbor.
Tea crates for the Boston Tea Party.
Distinguished Colonial gentlemen
Lovely Colonial Ladies.
Sons of Liberty under the Liberty Tree.
Colonial gentlemen posing as Mohawk Indians
Patriots! Huzzah!
Son and Daughters of Liberty
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