Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

With Earth Day fast approaching, I can't think of a better post for this week's blog.

Show this to your class, bop to the music, then think about making your very own Lip Dub.

Emily Cashen and Kristy Webster's 3rd grade class decided to send a message honoring Earth Day with a Lip Dub. A lip dub is a type of video that combines lip synching and audio dubbing to make a music video. In other words, it's FUN!

Check out their adorable 3 minute video. In true Lip Dub format, it was shot in one take. (OK, we actually took a second "just in case" take but we didn't really need it).

It was a very cool way for kids to work together - check it out!

                                 

If this looks like fun to you and you'd like some pointers to get started, don't hesitate to contact me - I'll be happy to help.

Patsy Templeton


ptempleton@orinda.k12.ca.us

Caine's Arcade

If you're looking for something to smile about, check this video out. It's a story about a nine year old who built an arcade out of cardboard boxes.

Critical thinking? Check.
Creativity? Check.
Tenacity? Double check.

Part of the story is the power of social networking - I would have never found it otherwise. Caine's Arcade wouldn't have as many customers without it either.

Good things come to those who...share -- information, ideas, thoughts, cardboard boxes, etc.

Enjoy!