Sooooo...today is the day that I run "The Battle of Pythagorus" in my classroom. I really like to have a lot of kinesthetic learning activites in my class. As a matter of fact, I dedicate every Friday to it. (Since the motivational level is low anyway!)
Today I dress up in a toga (over my school clothes of course!) put a wreath of leaves on my head, give the kids foam rubber swords and fight a battle around a giant right triangle in my room.
The Evil Geometricians try to conquer the Nice Pythagoreans, but of course they fail when the Pythagoreans are able to calculate the distance across the Cee Desert and head them off at the North Bridge! It's controlled mayhem, but that's what I'm famous for in our district. This lesson plan was adopted by the State of Missouri, and plagiarized (hey, I take that as a compliment) by a professor at the University of Virginia. Here's a link to it.
http://fc.fms.k12.nm.us/~jives/Battle_of_Pythagoras
So what do you guys think of it?
The Battle of Pythagorus
The Battle of Pythagorus
All the world's a stage and the men and women merely players...Shakespeare
The Battle of Pythagorus
Jives wrote: Sooooo...today is the day that I run "The Battle of Pythagorus" in my classroom. I really like to have a lot of kinesthetic learning activites in my class. As a matter of fact, I dedicate every Friday to it. (Since the motivational level is low anyway!)
Today I dress up in a toga (over my school clothes of course!) put a wreath of leaves on my head, give the kids foam rubber swords and fight a battle around a giant right triangle in my room.
The Evil Geometricians try to conquer the Nice Pythagoreans, but of course they fail when the Pythagoreans are able to calculate the distance across the Cee Desert and head them off at the North Bridge! It's controlled mayhem, but that's what I'm famous for in our district. This lesson plan was adopted by the State of Missouri, and plagiarized (hey, I take that as a compliment) by a professor at the University of Virginia. Here's a link to it.
http://fc.fms.k12.nm.us/~jives/Battle_of_Pythagoras
So what do you guys think of it?
Teachers like you are why I loved my classes. Thats what I think about it. If more teachers brought their enthusiasm for the subject taught, to class as you obviously do, then SAT scores would be much higher!
Today I dress up in a toga (over my school clothes of course!) put a wreath of leaves on my head, give the kids foam rubber swords and fight a battle around a giant right triangle in my room.
The Evil Geometricians try to conquer the Nice Pythagoreans, but of course they fail when the Pythagoreans are able to calculate the distance across the Cee Desert and head them off at the North Bridge! It's controlled mayhem, but that's what I'm famous for in our district. This lesson plan was adopted by the State of Missouri, and plagiarized (hey, I take that as a compliment) by a professor at the University of Virginia. Here's a link to it.
http://fc.fms.k12.nm.us/~jives/Battle_of_Pythagoras
So what do you guys think of it?
Teachers like you are why I loved my classes. Thats what I think about it. If more teachers brought their enthusiasm for the subject taught, to class as you obviously do, then SAT scores would be much higher!
~Quoth the Raven, Nevermore!~
The Battle of Pythagorus
Jives wrote: Sooooo...today is the day that I run "The Battle of Pythagorus" in my classroom. I really like to have a lot of kinesthetic learning activites in my class. As a matter of fact, I dedicate every Friday to it. (Since the motivational level is low anyway!)
Today I dress up in a toga (over my school clothes of course!) put a wreath of leaves on my head, give the kids foam rubber swords and fight a battle around a giant right triangle in my room.
The Evil Geometricians try to conquer the Nice Pythagoreans, but of course they fail when the Pythagoreans are able to calculate the distance across the Cee Desert and head them off at the North Bridge! It's controlled mayhem, but that's what I'm famous for in our district. This lesson plan was adopted by the State of Missouri, and plagiarized (hey, I take that as a compliment) by a professor at the University of Virginia. Here's a link to it.
http://fc.fms.k12.nm.us/~jives/Battle_of_Pythagoras
So what do you guys think of it?
Bravo Jives, how did things turn out? Your teaching techniques sound awesome. I with the general "sway" of education in this city was more like your style. My child is bored silly at school, and only two out of 9 years did she have a teacher that amused her and interestingly enough he taught her for 2 years in a row. I wish our teachers would quit with the "if they don't fit into the mold we will ignore them" mode. I understand the stress and strain of teaching never mind teaching "high risk" kids but holy hannah batman lets look at these kids as individuals some times and see if they are doing ok or not. Kids with ADHD are like some evilness or something and here the attitude is bah they are bad they will never amount to anything. F*** you and me, that is the biggest crime in education. Oh sorry I rant on but I tell ya Jives I admire your style and I think that is awesome what you are doing can I send my daughter to your class hehehehe.
Today I dress up in a toga (over my school clothes of course!) put a wreath of leaves on my head, give the kids foam rubber swords and fight a battle around a giant right triangle in my room.
The Evil Geometricians try to conquer the Nice Pythagoreans, but of course they fail when the Pythagoreans are able to calculate the distance across the Cee Desert and head them off at the North Bridge! It's controlled mayhem, but that's what I'm famous for in our district. This lesson plan was adopted by the State of Missouri, and plagiarized (hey, I take that as a compliment) by a professor at the University of Virginia. Here's a link to it.
http://fc.fms.k12.nm.us/~jives/Battle_of_Pythagoras
So what do you guys think of it?
Bravo Jives, how did things turn out? Your teaching techniques sound awesome. I with the general "sway" of education in this city was more like your style. My child is bored silly at school, and only two out of 9 years did she have a teacher that amused her and interestingly enough he taught her for 2 years in a row. I wish our teachers would quit with the "if they don't fit into the mold we will ignore them" mode. I understand the stress and strain of teaching never mind teaching "high risk" kids but holy hannah batman lets look at these kids as individuals some times and see if they are doing ok or not. Kids with ADHD are like some evilness or something and here the attitude is bah they are bad they will never amount to anything. F*** you and me, that is the biggest crime in education. Oh sorry I rant on but I tell ya Jives I admire your style and I think that is awesome what you are doing can I send my daughter to your class hehehehe.
�You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.�
• Mae West
• Mae West
The Battle of Pythagorus
minks wrote: Bravo Jives, how did things turn out?
Like a charm! But they always do. Kids, like adults, like to have fun while they're learning. Somebody decided that school should not be fun, or tht you can't learn and have fun at the same time...PFFFFt! Wrong!
I understand the stress and strain of teaching never mind teaching "high risk" kids but holy hannah batman lets look at these kids as individuals some times and see if they are doing ok or not.
I agree! You know, what's really a shame is that for decades, we knew that these kids existed and guess what we did for them? NOTHING! Since they aren't SPED they got no help whatsoever. We just sent them along, knowing that they'd drop out of high school.
Actually, It was considered "good" to have a few kids in your class that consistently got "F"'s That way you looked like you were a challenging teacher. Just sit them in the back, let them stagnate and you get a good evaluation. That's not exactly accountability, now is it?
Kids with ADHD are like some evilness or something and here the attitude is bah they are bad they will never amount to anything.
LOL! I find that fascinating since I, myself, am ADHD. Seriously so. And here am I, a fighter pilot, a rock star, a corporate manager, a skilled chef, and a principal. I guess that shoots that theory in the foot, eh?
Like a charm! But they always do. Kids, like adults, like to have fun while they're learning. Somebody decided that school should not be fun, or tht you can't learn and have fun at the same time...PFFFFt! Wrong!
I understand the stress and strain of teaching never mind teaching "high risk" kids but holy hannah batman lets look at these kids as individuals some times and see if they are doing ok or not.
I agree! You know, what's really a shame is that for decades, we knew that these kids existed and guess what we did for them? NOTHING! Since they aren't SPED they got no help whatsoever. We just sent them along, knowing that they'd drop out of high school.
Actually, It was considered "good" to have a few kids in your class that consistently got "F"'s That way you looked like you were a challenging teacher. Just sit them in the back, let them stagnate and you get a good evaluation. That's not exactly accountability, now is it?
Kids with ADHD are like some evilness or something and here the attitude is bah they are bad they will never amount to anything.
LOL! I find that fascinating since I, myself, am ADHD. Seriously so. And here am I, a fighter pilot, a rock star, a corporate manager, a skilled chef, and a principal. I guess that shoots that theory in the foot, eh?
All the world's a stage and the men and women merely players...Shakespeare
The Battle of Pythagorus
Jives wrote: Like a charm! But they always do. Kids, like adults, like to have fun while they're learning. Somebody decided that school should not be fun, or tht you can't learn and have fun at the same time...PFFFFt! Wrong!
I agree! You know, what's really a shame is that for decades, we knew that these kids existed and guess what we did for them? NOTHING! Since they aren't SPED they got no help whatsoever. We just sent them along, knowing that they'd drop out of high school.
Actually, It was considered "good" to have a few kids in your class that consistently got "F"'s That way you looked like you were a challenging teacher. Just sit them in the back, let them stagnate and you get a good evaluation. That's not exactly accountability, now is it?
LOL! I find that fascinating since I, myself, am ADHD. Seriously so. And here am I, a fighter pilot, a rock star, a corporate manager, a skilled chef, and a principal. I guess that shoots that theory in the foot, eh?
Bravo Jives, ADHD is certainly not a curse. I and my brother are products of ADHD and my brother is a brilliant graphic artist and he blows my mind. Me well I am happy to say I am a jack of all trades and master of none, but.... I sure do like a challenge and am always happy to try new things. I am at this current new job looking forward to summer as I am going to learn about electronics and circuit boarding. May sound dry, but my scattered mind loves that stuff. I sure wish your kind of teaching was more here in Calgary. When I did my year volunteering at the school for high risk kids I saw where many of thes "troubled kids" could have used that kind of stimulation. What really chaps my hide, not only do teachers give up on these kids but so do parents.
Rumor has it Mick Jagger, Piccaso, Amadeaus, Einstien (sorry spelling bites) had ADD or ADHD. So big fat deal. Heck for years I have been pushed by teachers to put my child on to meds for her ADHD and I weighed side affects against performance and said "Not a chance in Hades" She is brilliant in her own way and I know she is going to be just fine. She moves into High School next year and she is taking Automotives and Cosmotology and boy she will curl a mean due, while installing your block heater so look out ahahahahahaha.
Again Jives I admire what you are and what you do.
I agree! You know, what's really a shame is that for decades, we knew that these kids existed and guess what we did for them? NOTHING! Since they aren't SPED they got no help whatsoever. We just sent them along, knowing that they'd drop out of high school.
Actually, It was considered "good" to have a few kids in your class that consistently got "F"'s That way you looked like you were a challenging teacher. Just sit them in the back, let them stagnate and you get a good evaluation. That's not exactly accountability, now is it?
LOL! I find that fascinating since I, myself, am ADHD. Seriously so. And here am I, a fighter pilot, a rock star, a corporate manager, a skilled chef, and a principal. I guess that shoots that theory in the foot, eh?
Bravo Jives, ADHD is certainly not a curse. I and my brother are products of ADHD and my brother is a brilliant graphic artist and he blows my mind. Me well I am happy to say I am a jack of all trades and master of none, but.... I sure do like a challenge and am always happy to try new things. I am at this current new job looking forward to summer as I am going to learn about electronics and circuit boarding. May sound dry, but my scattered mind loves that stuff. I sure wish your kind of teaching was more here in Calgary. When I did my year volunteering at the school for high risk kids I saw where many of thes "troubled kids" could have used that kind of stimulation. What really chaps my hide, not only do teachers give up on these kids but so do parents.
Rumor has it Mick Jagger, Piccaso, Amadeaus, Einstien (sorry spelling bites) had ADD or ADHD. So big fat deal. Heck for years I have been pushed by teachers to put my child on to meds for her ADHD and I weighed side affects against performance and said "Not a chance in Hades" She is brilliant in her own way and I know she is going to be just fine. She moves into High School next year and she is taking Automotives and Cosmotology and boy she will curl a mean due, while installing your block heater so look out ahahahahahaha.
Again Jives I admire what you are and what you do.
�You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.�
• Mae West
• Mae West
The Battle of Pythagorus
minks wrote: Bravo Jives, ADHD is certainly not a curse. I and my brother are products of ADHD
Yay! That's enough people for an ADHD club. (Since we're so hyper, you don't need as many!):D
I am at this current new job looking forward to summer as I am going to learn about electronics and circuit boarding.
Cool! That's what I got my degrees in! I have an Associates and Bachelor's of Electronic Engineering. I also have a Bachelor's in Education. You'll love electronics, the detail and flashy lights are just what us ADHD people need to develop concentration.
What really chaps my hide, not only do teachers give up on these kids but so do parents.
Let's not talk about that, Kay? It'll just rile me up no end, and I'm having a good day right now.
Heck for years I have been pushed by teachers to put my child on to meds for her ADHD and I weighed side affects against performance and said "Not a chance in Hades" She is brilliant in her own way and I know she is going to be just fine.
Honestly, that medication is more for the teachers, than the child. I agree with you.
Again Jives I admire what you are and what you do.
Thanks, Minksy! Truthfully, I have so much fun on my job, sometimes I can't believe I get paid for it.
Yay! That's enough people for an ADHD club. (Since we're so hyper, you don't need as many!):D
I am at this current new job looking forward to summer as I am going to learn about electronics and circuit boarding.
Cool! That's what I got my degrees in! I have an Associates and Bachelor's of Electronic Engineering. I also have a Bachelor's in Education. You'll love electronics, the detail and flashy lights are just what us ADHD people need to develop concentration.
What really chaps my hide, not only do teachers give up on these kids but so do parents.
Let's not talk about that, Kay? It'll just rile me up no end, and I'm having a good day right now.
Heck for years I have been pushed by teachers to put my child on to meds for her ADHD and I weighed side affects against performance and said "Not a chance in Hades" She is brilliant in her own way and I know she is going to be just fine.
Honestly, that medication is more for the teachers, than the child. I agree with you.
Again Jives I admire what you are and what you do.
Thanks, Minksy! Truthfully, I have so much fun on my job, sometimes I can't believe I get paid for it.
All the world's a stage and the men and women merely players...Shakespeare
The Battle of Pythagorus
Jives wrote: Yay! That's enough people for an ADHD club. (Since we're so hyper, you don't need as many!):D
Cool! That's what I got my degrees in! I have an Associates and Bachelor's of Electronic Engineering. I also have a Bachelor's in Education. You'll love electronics, the detail and flashy lights are just what us ADHD people need to develop concentration.
Let's not talk about that, Kay? It'll just rile me up no end, and I'm having a good day right now.
Honestly, that medication is more for the teachers, than the child. I agree with you.
Thanks, Minksy! Truthfully, I have so much fun on my job, sometimes I can't believe I get paid for it.
That is the best isn't it, loving your job you barely have to realize they pay ya for it. I feel the same with mine. And to be appreciated is such a heady feeling.
Ahahaha and ADHD club imagine trying to organize it ahahaha I picture people scattering all over the place in an effort to re-group.
You know my ADHD made me think for a number of years that my ex was being an abusive husband while we were married. I was quite convinced he tricked me daily by hiding my keys, papers, glasses, etc on me. I really believed he never told me things then when I would ask about them he would say I told you that and I thought no he didn't. I guess if I were to suck up my pride and offer an apology to the criten, that would be the one thing I would have to admit I am sorry for thinking. But whoa I don't like him so to heck with that ahahahahaha
Cool! That's what I got my degrees in! I have an Associates and Bachelor's of Electronic Engineering. I also have a Bachelor's in Education. You'll love electronics, the detail and flashy lights are just what us ADHD people need to develop concentration.
Let's not talk about that, Kay? It'll just rile me up no end, and I'm having a good day right now.
Honestly, that medication is more for the teachers, than the child. I agree with you.
Thanks, Minksy! Truthfully, I have so much fun on my job, sometimes I can't believe I get paid for it.
That is the best isn't it, loving your job you barely have to realize they pay ya for it. I feel the same with mine. And to be appreciated is such a heady feeling.
Ahahaha and ADHD club imagine trying to organize it ahahaha I picture people scattering all over the place in an effort to re-group.
You know my ADHD made me think for a number of years that my ex was being an abusive husband while we were married. I was quite convinced he tricked me daily by hiding my keys, papers, glasses, etc on me. I really believed he never told me things then when I would ask about them he would say I told you that and I thought no he didn't. I guess if I were to suck up my pride and offer an apology to the criten, that would be the one thing I would have to admit I am sorry for thinking. But whoa I don't like him so to heck with that ahahahahaha
�You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.�
• Mae West
• Mae West