Celebrating a spooktacular Halloween season and a descriptive writing unit, Mrs. Gekas and her third graders, created original & creative haunted houses.
The process begins with a paper bag used to make the house structure and a black piece of paper used to make the roof. What comes next is up to the imagination of Barnesville School's third graders! Students add an assortment of spooky elements to their houses including bones, spiders, cobwebs, and more. Once the houses have transformed into haunted houses, the students use their work as the basis for their writing pieces. Using rich, descriptive language, the students describe their haunted houses in detail, so as to allow a fourth grade buddy to find their haunted house in the village. Integrating creative experiences with writing instruction, Mrs. Gekas maximizes student engagement in their learning and creates a memorable experience for the Barnesville School third graders!
Our teaching encourages students to explore how subjects relate to one another, helping them to make connections that spark inquiry and deepen understanding.
Skilled, Creative Teachers
Barnesville teachers have the freedom to tailor instruction based on individual learning styles to engage and challenge each child.
Collaborative Culture
We cultivate an environment of respect where students encourage and inspire each other and gain confidence in the value of their own unique voice.
Ideal Setting
Our beautiful 30-acre campus in Montgomery County’s Agricultural Reserve is our extended classroom, enabling us to integrate nature into everyday learning.
World Citizens
Barnesville’s strong interdisciplinary foundation prepares students for success in an increasingly diverse and interconnected world.
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Barnesville School
21830 Peach Tree Road PO Box 404 Barnesville, MD 20838 p: 301.972.0341