by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 27, 2026
Write a list of words that you think would describe the constant bombing and horror during this part of the children’s journey.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
“Don’t fuss or grovel.” Ask students: What does this quote mean? What other words do you use to express these actions? When have you been told not to “fuss or grovel”? What are things you have to do that you don’t enjoy and that you might complain about? Create a list...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Continue to build and add to the word wall that has been created and integrate these words into day-to-day activities.
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 25, 2026
Students can research new words using trips to the library, books, videos (www.youtube.com) and websites (www.metisnation.org to learn more about the Métis, and wherearethechildren.ca/en to learn more about residential schools). Words can be posted on a class word...
by Reina Chaiekh | Feb 24, 2026
Pick four vocabulary words in the book that you don’t know but think are important to understanding city trees.
