Tea for Two + 19 More

For the past two days the students of Room 503 have been working on their first big Math test. It has been a big one, so it's not surprising that many were not able to complete the entire test in two class periods. Mrs. Veenstra is happy to accomodate those students who still need more time, however it is important that those students approach her by Monday to set up where and when they will complete their work.

Today marked the culmination of our exploration of the book A Wrinkle in Time. As we did with Old Yeller, we ended with a Tea and discussion. Today's Tea was a huge success and went much more smoothly than our last one - no doubt because this time around, we have some great discussion experience behind us and the students came prepared with very thoughtful discussion questions. Here are a few examples:

How do you think the story would change if Mr. Murray was IT in human form?

If Mr. Murray had tried to take Charles Wallace with him when he tessered, what would have happened?

Compare and contrast how IT controlled the people of Camazotz to people in the Earth's history who have practiced control (i.e. slavery).

How would you react if you were Meg and you saw your father imprisoned in a column?

How did IT first come to be?

If Meg hadn't freed Charles Wallace from IT, would Mrs. Which have tessered Meg away before it was too late for her?

What parts of the story would have been left out, and what would be added, if the story focused on Charles Wallace?

Between thoughtful questions, excellent participation and fabulous treats - today's discussion could not have gone better. Kudos to all!

Enjoy a wonderful and restful weekend.

Cheers,
Ms. Pitman