Tuesday, April 15, 2008

tuesday timetable, chapter from the swiss

We are trying to accomplish something before Neal comes in the door from his in-town meeting and loads us all in the car to drive to our doctor, about an hour from here. Today we find out how many shots and pills we need to take, when, and the cost! not everything is covered by OHIP.

Today has us learning about Manitoba, more Tok Pisin, more math, the Shakespeare we always read, and chapter eleven of The Swiss Family Robinson. Here is an excerpt ...


1. What is a sledge and what could it be used for?


2. What does the word indolence mean? Have you ever used the word promptitude? What is a portmanteau?


3. Do you like to eat salmon? What are some of the nutritional properties of this particular fish?


4. Out of curiosity, look up a picture of a jerboa and compare it to the kangaroo.


5. Why is the process of salting fish ideal for the Robinson family? Check out this link

http://www.web1.msue.msu.edu/imp/mod01/01600583.html


6. If possible, eat a meal of broiled salmon and potatoes, talking together about what you are thankful for.