Tons- of- Synonyms- for- Big- in- Today's- Tall Tale-Tuesday

Thank you, Elizabeth, for providing the inspiration for today's title!

Today we.....

• discussed the concepts of Manifest Destiny and the beginnings of Westward Expansion
• Read the Tall Tale, The Bunyans .  We talked about synonyms, figurative language, and U.S. Landmarks
• Caught up on a bit of Winn Dixie.
• Spent time with Mr. Fahernbach in Music Technology
• Got ready for tomorrow's math test.  We are converting machines!

Tonight at home.....

• Post the study guide.  We will have a spelling and reading test this Friday.
• Begin working on the IL territory packet which is due on Friday.  The first two questions are due tomorrow.
• Begin working on the Vocabulary Interview.  It is due on Friday.
• Create a study guide for tomorrow's test.  You may use the guide on the test.  On page H72 in the math text you will find a great conversion chart.  This should definitely be on your study guide!