What Does Good Writing Look Like?
In our class, students are encouraged to use a Writing Checklist when they finish their work. It helps them reread and edit their work. Also, they ask a friend to read their work and give a constructive feedback.
In addition to the checklists and peer review, we read excellent examples of writing and texts that need more work done. As students practice, think about their own work, revise others work and review good examples of written language, they become better writers.
Finally, reading! Reading is the key to become good writers.
“Read a thousand books, and your words will flow like a river.” ― Lisa See (writer)
FREE drop-in programs at the Fish Creek Library to support students:
Math Quest is a drop-in program aimed at students ages 6 to 12 that invites them to explore the Library while completing fun numeracy challenges that support what they learn in school. Caregivers are invited to stay & play. The program runs every Monday from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. (No program on Feb. 18 and May 20.)
School Support: Math is a drop-in program aimed at students ages 10 to 14 that encourages them to bring their math homework to the Library for help from trained volunteers. The program runs Mondays from Jan 21 to April 8 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. (No program on Feb. 18 and Mar. 25.)
Creative Writing Club is a new drop in program for students ages 8 to 14. Participants can play literacy games, work on creative writing, and get help on school writing assignments. In partnership with the University of Calgary, Department of English. The program runs Tuesdays from Jan 22 to April 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 (no programs Feb. 19 and Mar. 26).
Important dates:
Friday | January 25 - Scholastic Orders are due
Friday | January 25 - School T-Shirt Day / Colour Day: Students are encouraged to wear they LBS T-Shirts and colours to school tomorrow
Friday | February 1 - No classes - Non-Instructional Day
Tuesday | February 12 - Canadiana Musical Theatre Co is performing Pier 21 at our school
Wednesday | February 13 - Studio Bell Field Trip
Thursday & Friday | February 14 & 15 - Calgary City Teachers' Convention (NO School for students)
Monday | February 18 - Alberta Family Day (NO School)
