Dutch did research about sharks, using both technology and text. This is an interesting subject for Dutch as he has a personal connection; he mentioned that he has caught sharks before, but had released them. We reviewed subject-relevant vocabulary, such as oviparous (egg-laying) and viviparous (live birth), which came up as we learned about the interesting diversity in the shark's reproductive system. We discussed the root words, 'ovi' and 'viv,' both from Latin, which mean egg and life, respectively. This segued into a discussion of how knowledge about the origin and meaning of root words can help one understand the meaning of other words. The 'viv' words Dutch was able to name included 'revive' and 'survive.' We agreed that sharks are amongst the most misunderstood of sea creatures - that fact and fiction about sharks is often confused - and researched some common misconceptions, including the shark of myth - the great white, which is featured in the movie Jaws. Dutch shared that he watched this movie when he was 4 and was scared of the ocean for 4 years, subsequent to its viewing. How wonderful that he's overcome his fear and is now an avid fisherman who loves being on the water.