Landry News Flashcards
How did Mr. Larson, who taught the 5th grade, think that children learned best?
When they learned on their own, and taught themselves.
What did he do after he gave his students their work of the day?
He read his newspaper.
Where in the classroom did Cara write her newspaper?
In the back corner
What was Cara’s first editorial about.
Mr. Larson getting paid for teaching when he didn’t teach anything. According to him the kids taught themselves, so they should get paid.
What award had Mr. Larson won for three years in a row?
Teacher of the year
What had Cara’s editorials done in her old school?
Stirred up trouble and got a reaction which led to conferences with the principal.
Why did she write editorials?
Because she was mad her parents got a divorce.
What was Mr. Larson’s first assignment after reading Cara’s editorial?
Read and find editorials in old papers and find one that showed the paper’s heart.
What did Joey suggest that Cara do with the Landry News to get more readers?
Make it on the computer and print more copies.
Where did Cara and Joey go to work on the newspaper?
The library with Mrs. Steinert.
What papers were in the “large brown envelope” that Mr. Larson received from Principal Barnes?
Notice of an emergency meeting to discuss disciplinary action against Mr. Larson,
Why was Mr Larson so angry at the beginning
because of Cara’s editorial.
What was the story about that got Mr. Larson in trouble?
The story was about a divorce.
Who is the principal?
Dr. Barnes
Did her mother get upset about the story that got Mr. Larson in trouble?
No
