Chapter Six
— Words to Know —Read the story, then re-read it, circling the following words:
trembled How do you feel about the words? What do they mean, not just by definition, but to you? — Newspaper Activities —1. Much of the action for this story is set along the Halifax River. Over the next weeks, clip from your newspaper, pictures and articles showing how the river is used/abused. Create 2 posters showing examples of both the positive and negative. Use your creation to inform others in your school or community. 2. In this chapter, Katie stands up to some kids who are acting like bullies. With classmates, friends or family explore the topic further. Go to www.nieworld.com and, in the center of the page, click on the complete list of titles in the Hot Issues and Cool Ideas box. From the list select, "Bully for You: Teasing Hurts, Too." |
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— Links —
Dealing with Bullies
Have you ever met a bully? A bully is a boy or girl who acts mean or hurtful to others. Bullies pick on someone else as a way to get power, or to get their way, or to feel important.
Graffiti -- Wikipedia
Graffiti is a type of deliberate application of a media made by humans on any surface, both private and public. It usually takes the form of publicly painted art, drawings or words. When done without a property owner's consent it constitutes vandalism, although in many countries the owner must press charges before it would be considered a crime.
Stop Littering
Our goal is to put ourselves out of business.
— In the News —
What makes things just right for cubs?
Sticking out its tongue and upper lip, the wriggling black bear cub looked for all the world like an unhappy toddler.
Volunteerism: The Gift of Time
Why should you volunteer? What's important enough for you give up your free time for others? What will they get out of it-and just what is it supposed to do for you?
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Now is your chance to ask Marian Tomblin, the author of Endangered!, questions about: the story, the writing process, her other projects and interest, etc. Before you do, click here to see what others have asked and how she answered their questions. Just click here and ask away. Check back often for her answers here.
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