Sunday, June 26, 2011

What's "Pottermore"?

Finally! Some real news about what Pottermore is. If you watch the video of J.K. Rowling, she explains that it is an extension of the books. It sounds like it will have content that was not included in the book as well as games and discussion boards.

It sounds like fun, so I'm registering even though you can't get in yet. I'll let you know if it's any good once they open up the site.

Monday, June 13, 2011

Read During Summer Break = Earn Prizes during the year!

Want to enjoy some good summer reading while at the pool, the beach, in the car, a plane ride, or just sitting at home?
You should definitely participate in our West Middle Readers' Achievement Program (W.R.A.P.)!
All incoming 6th, 7th, and 8th graders can read any combination of the 2011-2012 Mark Twain, Truman, or Gateway nominees to earn prizes during the school year.

It's simple, just read one of the books on the list (see the links on the right sidebar), go to the Quia website, take the quiz, earn a 70% or better, and repeat with other books! If you read 3 books and pass the quizzes before Aug. 19, you will earn a back to school prize!

Directions:
Go to http://www.quia.com/pages/kruzicka26/page1
Sign in:

Username: firstnamelastname928 (example: johndoe928)
Password: your student number (email Mrs. R if you don't know what it is)

Click on the quiz(zes) you want to take, answer the questions, and qualify!
Happy Reading!