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The L.A.H.E. Reporter

November 2006

Make-A-Plates:

We are planning to do make-a-plates, bowls, and platters for our group this year. We will have it at the Covenant Church the second Tuesday in November. Cost is 5.00 per project. If interested, please let Mona know.

Homeschool Rollerskating in Salina

The Starlite Rink in Salina has rollerskating for homeschoolers, on the first Tuesday of every month, from 3:30 - 5:30. Cost is 3.50 per person. This is a great opportunity to get to know other homeschoolers from around the area.

To Kill a Mocking Bird

We have scheduled To Kill a Mocking Bird for our group on November 10, at
10:30 a.m. The following people have tickets:

Janzen 3
Butterfield 3
Esping 3
Hoag 2
M Peterson 3
Power 1
If anyone else is interested, please let me know asap. Thank you, Mona

Funny Story (Actually, it’s pretty sad)

Last week I made a purchase at Walgreen's for $1.58. The counter girl took my $2 and I was digging for my change when I pulled 8 cents from my pocket and gave it to her. She stood there, holding the nickel and 3
pennies, while looking at the screen on her register. I sensed her discomfort and tried to tell her to just give me two quarters, but she hailed the manager for help. While he tried to explain the transaction to her, she stood there confused. Why do I tell you this?

Because of the evolution in teaching math in
California since the 1950s:

1. Teaching Math In 1950
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His
cost of production is 4/5 of the price. What is his
profit?

2. Teaching Math In 1960
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is 4/5 of the price, or $80. What is his profit?

3. Teaching Math In 1970
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80. Did he make a profit?

4. Teaching Math In 1980
A logger sells a truckload of lumber for $100. His cost of production is $80 and his profit is $20. Your assignment: Underline the number 20.

5. Teaching Math In 1990
A logger cuts down a beautiful forest because he is selfish and inconsiderate and cares nothing for the habitat of animals or the preservation of our woodlands. He does this so he can make a profit of $20. What do you think of this way of making a living? Topic for class participation after answering the question: How did the birds and squirrels feel as the logger cut down their homes? (There are no wrong
answers.)

6. Teaching Math In 2006
Un hachero vende una carretada de madera para $100. El costo de la producciones es $80. Cuanto dinero ha hecho?

 

DAR Writing Contest:

(From the Salina Homeschool Group)

 November Birthdays:

November 1 - Henry J.
November 8 - Allie B.
November 8 - Lacey P.
November 22- Sarah R.