Leigh Elementary LLC by Eleana P

Calm Colouring

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-01 17:16:53 UTC

Print out these beautiful pictures by Johanna Basford and enjoy some peaceful colouring.

A Greyhound, a Groundhog by Emily Jenkins

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-01 17:46:20 UTC

Enjoy this tongue-challenging read-aloud!

Storyline Online

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-01 18:00:43 UTC

Celebrated actors share read-alouds.

Multilingual stories to read, watch and listen to.

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-01 19:35:19 UTC

Fairytales available in English, French, Italian, Spanish and German.

Video: LEGO - Bricks in the Making

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-01 19:52:26 UTC

I have been hearing about lots of students making amazing LEGO creations at home. Take a look at how the pieces are made before they get to you. What surprised you the most about how they are made?

Can you figure out the titles of these children's books?

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-01 23:52:49 UTC

Student Contributions

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-08 20:02:59 UTC

If students have contributions or want to share something, they can send it to me for consideration. At this time, students are not able to post on this page. You can email me: epercevault@sd43.bc.ca or contact me on Teams.

Create Your Own City

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-10 04:08:50 UTC

Print out these templates to build your own city, courtesy of architecture firm Foster+Partners.

I'm Bored by Michael Ian Black

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-10 04:25:30 UTC

A silly tale for kids who think they are bored + an art demo.

Puzzles for Kids!

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-10 05:06:02 UTC

Online Crosswords, Wordsearch, Sodoku and Quadra puzzles to get your brain thinking. New puzzles weekly!

Video: LEGO - Tensegrity

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-11 16:37:35 UTC

Some of you may have seen these amazing gravity-defying structures in the last little while. There is a simple tutorial here as well as some great examples.

Podcast: Katia Krafft - Volcanologist

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-14 21:45:01 UTC

It has been 40 years since Mount St. Helens erupted in nearby Washington state - its effects could be seen here in BC. Learn more about the people who study these awesome landforms... Once upon a time, a girl dreamed of sailing down a river of lava. Her name was Katia. Katia became fascinated with volcanoes when she first saw them on-screen at a small French movie theater as a teenager. So, she set out to study them, capturing their magnificent beauty and power through the lens of her camera.

Build a Furniture Fort

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-16 06:08:44 UTC

IKEA Russia has some great plans to get you started! Can you design a fort of your own?

Video: How we make pencils

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-19 03:08:16 UTC

We use them everyday for writing or colouring, learn how they are made - it's a work of art in itself.

Where are my Books? by Debbie Ridpath Ohi

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-20 20:44:06 UTC

Spencer loves his books but every night his collection is growing smaller. Who's the thief stealing his beloved books? Find out here and do a fun draw along too!

Go Bird Watching!

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-20 21:21:12 UTC

There are wonders in your own backyard - have some fun and learn about your neighbourhood birds. Take a look at these beginner birding tips and use this photo identification guide to help you identify the birds in your area.

Webcomic: The Wormworlds Saga

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-25 06:49:21 UTC

Graphic novels are my jam! I have always enjoyed them from B&W comics in the newspaper as a child to the full-colour artworks we have now. Try this digital GN for some fun!

Wheel of Choice

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-26 19:00:49 UTC

Some of our students attended an amazing presentation with author, Lee Fodi. They were challenged to imagine/create a suitcase for a character (its shape and size, interesting content) and then from there, ideas can go towards the writing of a story. Take a spin on these wheels and see what title is generated and start a tale of your own.

Zentangle!

eleanapercevault — 2020-05-27 20:42:17 UTC

Zone into structured patterns of your creation and draw to calm your mind.

Hogwarts Digital Escape Room

eleanapercevault — 2020-06-01 03:33:44 UTC

Do you have the savvy to find the clues and solve the puzzles to escape?

A Kids Book About Racism by Jelani Memory

eleanapercevault — 2020-06-03 07:27:27 UTC

What is racism and how to know when you see it.

Video: Marble Machine Music

eleanapercevault — 2020-06-09 07:11:59 UTC

The power of marbles and computers together! Watch more from this amazing band and see their newest Marble Machine X.

Video: Amazing Dominoes - Game On!

eleanapercevault — 2020-06-09 21:17:14 UTC

Look what hard work, planning and precision can do! Amazing chain reactions and toppling of 250,000 dominoes. 19 builders from 5 countries built over 7 days. How many games can you identify?

Questions or Suggestions

eleanapercevault — 2020-06-11 19:27:56 UTC

Please comment below with any questions or suggestions. Remember to sign with your FIRST name only. I will get back to you in this column as soon as I can.
Happy Reading, Ms. Percevault

Game about Squares

eleanapercevault — 2020-06-11 21:09:02 UTC

Challenge your visual perceptual skills in this deceptively simple game.

Little Alchemy 2

eleanapercevault — 2020-06-17 17:07:15 UTC

Test out your skills at mixing and making the world from scratch. What combinations will yield ultimate results? If you want, try the original.

Fox in Sox by Dr. Seuss

eleanapercevault — 2020-06-19 02:28:33 UTC

Bet you've never heard it read quite like this! To see more of Wes Tank's Seuss raps head over to his playlist.

Video: Hearing the Birds

eleanapercevault — 2020-06-21 02:07:09 UTC

Juan Pablo Culasso is a blind birdwatcher in Uruguay. Born without sight, he listens to the birds and has developed a keen ability to identify their distinct calls and melodies. He is on a quest to record their sounds to help conserve his country’s natural heritage in an audio archive.

Video: Comet NEOWISE

eleanapercevault — 2020-07-22 22:37:35 UTC

The amazing comet as seen from the International Space Station. It makes its appearance just after the 3:00 mark. Simply breathtaking!

VideoNew tricks to inspire you

eleanapercevault — 2020-10-08 03:19:43 UTC

17 year-old Isamu Yamamoto, skateboard wunderkind shows off his mad skills.

Video: Hero's Journey

eleanapercevault — 2020-10-08 03:37:03 UTC

Many hero stories have a similar trend to them - the Hero's Journey! Watch this video to learn what makes a hero so that your next story can be the best one you ever write.

Video: Incredible Animation Showing How Bridges Were Built in 14th-Century Prague

eleanapercevault — 2020-10-25 00:17:46 UTC

Ever wonder how bridges were built centuries ago? Watch this animation of Prague's Charles Bridge being constructed to get an eye-opening idea.

Dog Man Digital Escape Room

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Mandalorian Digital Escape Room

eleanapercevault — 2020-10-25 00:50:51 UTC

Webcomic: Ozy and Millie

eleanapercevault — 2020-10-27 05:11:23 UTC

From Dana Simpson, the creator of "Phoebe and Her Unicorn", explore her past work in adventures with these two furry fox pals.

Webcomic: The Curse of Crooked Mile

eleanapercevault — 2020-11-08 03:23:31 UTC

A creepy story that will appeal to those who love a little scary mystery in their life. Read the comic online!

Video: How do seeds travel?

eleanapercevault — 2020-11-11 21:31:22 UTC

See the amazing ability for seeds to use their adaptive abilities to spread and propagate.

Rube Goldberg Puzzles

eleanapercevault — 2020-11-27 07:16:24 UTC

Joseph Herscher makes the best RG Machines.... so elaborate! It's even better when it's a puzzle. Guess carefully, which door will it be?

Advent Colouring

eleanapercevault — 2020-12-01 18:13:33 UTC

Print out and colour these beautiful holiday designs... one a day until Christmas!

Podcast: Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls

eleanapercevault — 2020-12-12 20:51:10 UTC

A fairy tale audio adventure about extraordinary real-life women throughout history. Based on the bestselling book these podcasts are well-researched and entertaining. Listen and learn more about amazing women who have helped shape our world.

Video: The Cat Came Back

eleanapercevault — 2020-12-15 21:34:18 UTC

The National Film Board of Canada has many classic films based on folk songs and stories. This is one features poor Mr. Johnson who just can't get away from from a little yellow cat.

Blob Opera

eleanapercevault — 2020-12-18 20:17:35 UTC

Compose your own masterpiece by manipulating these operatic blobs!

Video: The Lemonade Machine

eleanapercevault — 2020-12-18 21:14:48 UTC

Try your own hand at creating a Rube Goldberg Machine! It is an intricate machine with many parts, designed to solve or do a simple task. Here is a truly noteworthy build...

Bright Nights at Stanley Park

eleanapercevault — 2020-12-23 21:51:01 UTC

Take a ride on the Stanley Park train and see the magical light display!

Video: Best Illusions of the Year

eleanapercevault — 2021-01-08 21:51:04 UTC

Did you know that there is a contest each for year for best illusions? This past year's winner features a mind-boggling staircase.

Poetry to lift you!

eleanapercevault — 2021-01-29 05:13:32 UTC

Watch American National Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman, recite her powerful poem "The Hill We Climb".

World Read Aloud Day Activity Hub

eleanapercevault — 2021-02-03 16:16:06 UTC

Feb. 3 is the special day to celebrate read alouds! Check out these fun activities!

Sulwe by Lupita Nyong'o

eleanapercevault — 2021-02-05 06:39:32 UTC

A shooting star helps a bright young girl born "the color of midnight" learn to embrace her beauty, inside and out.

Mars Perseverance Rover Landing

eleanapercevault — 2021-02-18 05:00:22 UTC

Watch as the rover lands on Mars. LIVE February 18th, 2021 @ 11:15am.

I Read Canadian Book Trailers

eleanapercevault — 2021-02-18 05:04:20 UTC

Our gr. 3-5 readers share their recommendations of Canadian picture books in celebration of #IReadCanadianDay

Worms!

eleanapercevault — 2021-03-01 01:43:17 UTC

Time-lapse video comparing three different species of earthworms. So neat to see the important work they do for our environment.

Slide back in time

eleanapercevault — 2021-03-18 03:17:34 UTC

Slide through aerial shots of Coquitlam and see how the city has changed in the past 50 years.

Ancient Earth Globe

eleanapercevault — 2021-03-20 02:49:55 UTC

See how the Earth has changed! From 750 million years ago to today. How did it look? Did Coquitlam even exist where it is now? Explore with this neat ancient globe.

Explore the Louvre

eleanapercevault — 2021-03-31 05:37:05 UTC

The Louvre Museum in Paris has put their collection online! Now you can explore the amazing works displayed there from home.

Worm Bin

eleanapercevault — 2021-04-06 04:31:42 UTC

A couple of classes at Leigh will be taking care of worm bins this spring. The healthy soil will be added to our school garden boxes. See the amazing work of these creatures!

Cross-Canada Virtual Road Trip

eleanapercevault — 2021-05-06 00:03:34 UTC

Travel across the country and learn about all the amazing parks, historical sites and projects happening at Parks Canada.

Coding - C.A.T.S

eleanapercevault — 2021-06-23 19:18:30 UTC

ALL LEVELS - Show your skills as a brave pilot of robotic machine in the world of Crash Arena Turbo Stars (C.A.T.S.) and test it's devastating power!

Hour of Code Activities

eleanapercevault — 2021-06-23 20:12:15 UTC

Poppies

eleanapercevault — 2021-11-10 07:22:54 UTC

It's been 100 years! Learn about the tradition of the poppy and why we wear it.

Dice games

eleanapercevault — 2021-12-13 20:05:56 UTC

Take a Hike!

eleanapercevault — 2022-01-31 21:49:06 UTC

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Haida Gwaii in this virtual tour of Naikoon Provincial Park.

Become a Martian!

eleanapercevault — 2022-01-31 21:52:18 UTC

Wander Mars! Explore this space terrain through the eyes of NASA's Curiosity rover.

Interactive Perodic Table of the Elements

eleanapercevault — 2022-08-03 18:11:13 UTC

See how these elements exist in our day to day lives by clicking and learning about what they are used for!

James Webb Space Telescope

eleanapercevault — 2022-08-03 18:32:19 UTC

We have been receiving amazing pictures from NASA's newest telescope. Toggles to see how they compare to Hubble's images and what new details we can now experience!

What's the deal about the new telescope?

eleanapercevault — 2022-08-03 18:36:22 UTC

Just what is the James Webb Space Telescope all about? What does this mean for learning more about outer space?

A game of Electric Field Hockey Anyone?

eleanapercevault — 2023-01-11 07:23:31 UTC

Do you have what it takes to get the puck into the goal? "Positive" you can do it? Not to be "negative" but it's not as easy as it looks!

Read Alouds with interactive activities!

eleanapercevault — 2023-10-09 23:46:49 UTC

Interactive, live read-aloud show where authors and illustrators read, draw, and connect live with a global listening audience.

Explore Mars: A Mars Rover Game

eleanapercevault — 2023-10-09 23:47:44 UTC

Use simple code to drive a rover on Mars and collect information about Martian rocks to score points.

Play in the Chrome Music Lab

eleanapercevault — 2023-10-16 00:12:01 UTC

Experiment with music!