Buckminster Fuller said “Don’t fight forces, use them.” Debbie Golder’s 7th grade problem solving class heard those words and took action. Taking their inspiration from Mr. Fuller, a famous inventor, thinker, and futurist (he invented the geodesic dome- think of the large golf ball at Epcot), they used jelly beans and straws to create a [...]
Entries from May 5th, 2009
Feliz Cinco de Mayo!
May 5th, 2009 · 2 Comments · animoto, Content- Foreign Language
A military history question: On this day in 1862, A. Mexican army defeated the French at the Battle of Puebla. B. Union and Confederate forces battled at Williamsburg. C. Both A and B. The correct answer is C. And while few in New Jersey are commemorating the civil war battle (in which both sides claimed [...]
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Pay attention (please)
May 5th, 2009 · No Comments · Professional Development
This is a video has been around for a while yet when it popped up on Teachertube’s favorite list this morning, I realized it was well worth another look. Take a few minutes and please pay attention.
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