Friday 14 February 2014

Question of the Day -February 14

I can't believe we are on the last chapter of our Humphrey book!  It has been so much fun reading and sharing this book with all of the staff and students of Galbraith School! 

Here is our last question for Chapter 15

Why does Humphrey believe the Brisbanes and his classmates in Room 26 need him more than Ms. Mac?

Thursday 13 February 2014

Question of the Day-February 13

It has been such a busy day that I almost forgot to post the question for today!  I was distracted by all of the little 100 year-old people that have entered our school today.  Happy-happy-happy 100 day grade ones and twos!

Chapter 14
When Humphrey first learns that he will be spending the Thanksgiving break with Mrs. Brisbane, he thinks he will see a "House of Horrors".  The the end of the break, Humphrey was looking forward to coming back to her house at Christmas.  What made Humphrey change his mind?

Wednesday 12 February 2014

Question of the Day- Febrary 12

Chapter 13
When someone lends a helping hand it means that they do something to help another person.  in this chapter, Humphrey says "...I'd lent a helping paw here and there."  What are some ways Humphrey helped the families he stayed with?

Tuesday 11 February 2014

Question of the day-February 11

Chapter 12

Only 4 chapters left!  I can't believe we are almost done this book!

Humphrey freaked out when he heard who was taking him home over the 4-day break.  Do you think Humphrey should be nervous?  What do you think will happen to Humphrey when he spends the weekend with Mrs. Brisbane?

Have you read Humphrey's blog and found our what he did on our extra long weekend?  You should check it out.  He had an encounter with an elastic band and a CAT!

Monday 10 February 2014

Question of the Day-February10

We are down to the last 5 chapters in Humphrey!  It is so exciting!  I love how Humphrey has been helping all of the families that he has been visiting!  In Chapter 11 the Thomas's find themselves without television.  At first they wine and complain, but they find other things to do.  Do you think people watch too much TV?  What would you do instead of watching TV?


Happy reading!  Stay warm-warm-warm!

Thursday 6 February 2014

Question of the Day-february 6

Today I will give you questions from 2 chapters.  Some of you may be squeaking ahead because we are getting to know lots of the characters and when I get to the middle of a book, I just don't want to stop reading!

Chapter 9

Humphrey thinks he has a lot to tell humans, "Enought to fill a book,"  What are some things you think Humphrey would write in his book?


Chapter 10 (for those that are anxious to read ahead!)

Garth has been acting out in class.  Do you think Garth is a mean boy?  Does he truly hate Humphrey?  Why do you think Garth acts the way he does?

Happy reading and stay WARM-WARM-WARM!

Wednesday 5 February 2014

Question of the Day February 5

Chapter 8

I LOVE-LOVE-LOVE the hamster facts we have been learning about at the end of each chapter.  Does non-fiction facts about hamsters make the book more enjoyable?  What is your favorite hamster fact?  Do you have any hamster facts to share with us?

Hamster tip: Hamsters do not like the cold.  Keep Humphrey warm today!

Tuesday 4 February 2014

Question of the day February 4

Chapter 7

Why is Speak-Up-Sayeh shy about talking in class, even though she always knows the right answer?  Have you ever been scared to do something because you felt different?  Did you try it?  How did it turn out?

Monday 3 February 2014

Question of the Day-February 3

Chapter 6

In this chapter we are introducedto the character Garth.  We learn that he sometimes enjoys making rude noises but is honest when the teacher asks about it.  Humphrey tells us that he has always liked Garth.  However, Garth is mean to Humphrey and threatens to get him into trouble.  Garth also is the only student to not raise his hand to take Humphrey home.  What plans do you think the Author has for Garth?  What thoughts, ideas and predictions do you have about this new character?

Friday 31 January 2014

Question of the Day January 31

Chapter 5

Mr. Morales and Humphrey worked together to teach his children politeness and cooperation.  Have you ever had to work together with someone to teach others a lesson or to learn a lesson?

Did you know that Humphrey is going to spend the weekend with "The Most Important Woman in the World"?  If Humphrey thinks Mr. Morales is "The Most Important Man in the World", who would the most important woman be?

I'm sure he will have FUN-FUN-FUN this weekend!

Thursday 30 January 2014

Question of the Day January 30

Chapter 4

We have read about students who all have nicknames. (Pay-Attention-Art, Stop-Giggling-Gail, Repeat-that-Please-Richie).  Why does Humphrey think that these are the children's names?  What would Humphrey call you?


I love the names that Humphrey calls the students in Room 26.  I think that if I was in Room 26 Humphrey would call me "Stop-Reading-Larinda".  I was always reading when I was in elementary school and the teacher would often have to tell me to put my book away.  Sometimes she would even take it away from me.  Imagine, that!  A teacher taking away a book!

I hope you are having a great time with Humphrey!

FYI: Did you know that Humphrey follows Ms Knibb around in his ball when she is sweeping the halls at night? 

Wednesday 29 January 2014

Question of the Day! January 29, 2014

Humphrey is BUSY, BUSY, BUSY learning in room 26.  I hope that you are all BUSY, BUSY, BUSY learning too!

Today's question for Chapter 3:

Humphrey is nervous about being left in the school over the weekend.  How might he get food and water?  What kinds of activities could he do to stay busy?

Post your comments!  I would love to hear from you!

Have a HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY DAY!

Tuesday 28 January 2014

January 28, 2014 Chapter 2

I hope you enjoyed Chapter 1!
Here is today's question

Mr. Amato works night and rarely gets to hang out with his friends.  He sings and dances while he cleans and even decided to have dinner with Humphrey.  how might these things help Mr. Amato to not feel lonely?  What kinds of things do you do when you feel lonely?

Post your answers in the comments! 

HAPPY-HAPPY-HAPPY DAY!

Tuesday 21 January 2014

Question of the Day January 27

Hello Galbraith Students!  I am very excited that you are starting to read "The World According to Humphrey"!  I love Humphrey and I think you will enjoy reading about this furry creature.  Every day I will post a question about the chapter you read that day.  Make sure you comment with your answer!

Happy reading!

Mrs. Chase

Question #1

At the end of the chapter we read a tip about hamsters being skillful escape artists who are very difficult to find.  Why do you think the author tells us this about hamsters?  What do you think will happen as we continue to read?