Happy Halloween

Here's to hoping that everyone who celebrates has a wonderful and safe Halloween this October 31st.

Some ideas to consider in lesson planning for Halloween include geometric shapes, lighting effects, pumpkin carving design, etc.  Here are some examples to consider:

• How do shapes change the facial features of a traditional Jack-o-Lantern?

• If the eyes are triangles, does the orientation have an effect on the expression?

• How does the thickness of the pumpkin alter the need for a bright source of light to be placed inside the Jack-o-Lantern?

• If the source is placed at the bottom, does the carving need to be adjusted to reflect the glow effect at night?

Enjoy, and again, be safe at night!


Manuel R. CortezRodas - Educator

Copyright 2016.  MRCR Educational Consulting Firm.  All Rights Reserved.

October 2016

"Pumpkin Patch" (Illustration by the author)

October is here and with it comes the changing of the color in the foliage.

Autumn marks its return as the leaves fall down from the branches of the tree to be carried in the wind.

Harvest season is upon us and serves as a reminder, that if we have not started to make preparations for the winter, there's not much time left.

October also brings changes to education for which we must prepare.

A look at the calendar, from now to the end of the year, reveals all the holidays and events that create breaks.

These breaks are good, and much needed, but they could turn bad if we do not take the time to properly schedule school projects, assignments, presentations, etc.

By planning a new schedule from now to the end of the year, educators can prepare their lessons and incorporate these series of breaks into learning experiences.

Educators should encourage students to pursuit further learning on their own, outside of the school and classroom setting.

And if you already have a plan, take the time to review it too, it is always better to be prepared and prudent.

Educators should also reach out and help other educators who may be struggling at the start of the year, or may have joined our schools after the school year started.



Manuel R. CortezRodas - Educator

Copyright 2016.  MRCR Educational Consulting Firm.  All Rights Reserved.