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Virtual Classroom; Week 11
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Assignment Archive
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Wednesday 3/11
1 News
2 Listen and Write
"Martin Luther King Jr"
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Fact Sheet & Summary
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Facts:
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(Topic Sentence) Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was the most important leader of the American Civil Rights Movement.
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HOMEWORK (due 3/12)
Social Studies:
Chapter 5, Ln 3 Review (Choose two)
This Book, Pg 184
Example of format from a previous chapter
Language Arts: Read "Red Scarf Girl"
Reading begins on pg 245 of this book
Do Cornell Notes #1 and # 2 with $100 Words section and Scene with connections section on back
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Tuesday 3/10
1 News
2 "Fact Sheet and Summary" Underground Railroad
| How to set up for note taking & paragraph | Example from "Barack Obama" Brain Pop |
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3 Reading Comprehension Quiz
Log in to study Sync
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Monday 3/9
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Fact Sheet and Summary" Cancer
| How to set up for note taking & paragraph | Example from "Barack Obama" Brain Pop |
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HOMEWORK (due 3/10)
Social Studies:
Chapter 5, Ln 3 Reading
This Book
pg 167 Review and Activities
Example of format from a previous chapter
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Wednesday 3/4
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Fact Sheet and Summary" Coronavirus
| How to set up for note taking & paragraph | Example from "Barack Obama" Brain Pop |
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HOMEWORK (due 3/5)
Social Studies:
Chapter 5 Reading
This Book
pg 166-167| Front | Back |
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Language Arts:
Fill in the Pre Write Template from your Essay Brainstorm Notes
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Tuesday 3/3
Classwork to be finished before you leave
Listen & Write
"Fact Sheet and Summary" Primaries and Caucuses
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due today
Social Studies:
Chapter 5 Reading
This Book
pg 163-164 |
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Language Arts:
Essay Brainstorm
Essay Brainstorm
Have section #1, #2, #3 completed. This is an example- complete your paper with your own ideas. The "SHARE" portion at the end is optional.
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Friday 2/28
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 Listen & Write
"Fact Sheet and Summary"
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2 Essay Brainstorm
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Thursday 2/27
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Fact Sheet and Summary"
Link: 
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Wednesday 2/26
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Film Reviews" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Lucy Cousins & Maisy " handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/27)
Social Studies:
Chapter 5 Reading
This Book
pg159-162See notes up front (picture will post later)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 12
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Questions:
1 What is "Rule 42?" Why does the king mention it?
2 How does the chapter end?
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Tuesday 2/25
Complete Monday's assignments in class. Finish at home if not done.
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Monday 2/24
Substitute teacher today
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Friday 2/21
Make-up day
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Thursday 2/20
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Getting Advice" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Sapporo Snow Festival" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/21)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 11
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 Describe the Knave's difficulties.
2 Describe the interesting behaviors of the jury.
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Wednesday 2/19
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Creating a Study Group" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Arizona, the 48th State" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/20)
Social Studies:
pg156
Language Arts:
Chapter 5 Preview
This Book
pg156Complete the preview notes using the book and google searches
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 10
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 What is the "Lobster-Quadrille?" Give a detailed description.
2 What does Alice think about the dance?
Language Arts:
Reading begins on pg 239 of this book
Assignment to go with the reading
(back)
$100 Words (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Friday 3/6
Character Analysis (EXTRA CREDIT)
Red writing needs to be replaced with content of your own
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Thursday 3/5
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 In Class Essay (5 paragraphs): Heroes
Sample
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Scoring
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Pre Write Template from your Essay Brainstorm Notes
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Essay Brainstorm Notes
Have section #1, #2, #3 completed. This is an example- complete your paper with your own ideas.
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HOMEWORK (due 3/5)
Social Studies:
Chapter 5 Reading
This Book
pg 167 Review and ActivitiesExample of format from a previous chapter
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Wednesday 3/4
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Fact Sheet and Summary" Coronavirus
| How to set up for note taking & paragraph | Example from "Barack Obama" Brain Pop |
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HOMEWORK (due 3/5)
Social Studies:
Chapter 5 Reading
This Book
pg 166-167| Front | Back |
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Language Arts:
Fill in the Pre Write Template from your Essay Brainstorm Notes
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Tuesday 3/3
Classwork to be finished before you leave
Listen & Write
"Fact Sheet and Summary" Primaries and Caucuses
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due today
Social Studies:
Chapter 5 Reading
This Book
pg 163-164 |
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Language Arts:
Essay Brainstorm
Essay Brainstorm
Have section #1, #2, #3 completed. This is an example- complete your paper with your own ideas. The "SHARE" portion at the end is optional.
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Friday 2/28
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 Listen & Write
"Fact Sheet and Summary"
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2 Essay Brainstorm
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Thursday 2/27
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Fact Sheet and Summary"
Link:
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Wednesday 2/26
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Film Reviews" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Lucy Cousins & Maisy " handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/27)
Social Studies:
Chapter 5 Reading
This Book
pg159-162See notes up front (picture will post later)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 12
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Questions:
1 What is "Rule 42?" Why does the king mention it?
2 How does the chapter end?
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Tuesday 2/25
Complete Monday's assignments in class. Finish at home if not done.
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Monday 2/24
Substitute teacher today
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Friday 2/21
Make-up day
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Thursday 2/20
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Getting Advice" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Sapporo Snow Festival" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/21)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 11
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 Describe the Knave's difficulties.
2 Describe the interesting behaviors of the jury.
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Wednesday 2/19
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Creating a Study Group" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Arizona, the 48th State" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/20)
Social Studies:
pg156
Language Arts:
Chapter 5 Preview
This Book
pg156Complete the preview notes using the book and google searches
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 10
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 What is the "Lobster-Quadrille?" Give a detailed description.
2 What does Alice think about the dance?
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Tuesday 2/18
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Business News" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"President Ronald Reagan" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/19)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 9
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 What interesting information does Alice receive from the Gryphon?
2 Summarize the Mock Turtle's story.
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Tuesday 2/11
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 4-6 Vocabulary
Word mapping part 2 - Choose 12
from these words (17-32)
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Complete word list: https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/198880
HOMEWORK (due 2/11)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 7
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 Describe "The Mad Hatter" character. Talk about his character traits. (example: Rude, absurd, etc.)
2 Describe "The March Hare" character. Talk about his character traits.
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Monday 2/10
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 4-6 Vocabulary
Word mapping - Choose 12
from the top half (#1 - 16) of this list
link to words: https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/198880
HOMEWORK (due 2/11)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 6
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 Describe Alice's experience in the kitchen. Include a description of the characters she meets and how they behave toward her and each other.
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Friday 2/7
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Social Studies:
pgs 133-135
Chapter 4, Ln 3 Preview
This Book
pgs 133-135Complete the preview notes.
Example
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Thursday 2/6
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Talk About Motivation" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Space Shuttle Columbia" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Alice in Wonderland, Movie-Book Comparison
first example
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Wednesday 2/5
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Work Life Balance" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"African American History Month" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/6)
Social Studies
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 5
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Students create the questions using the Questions Stems guide - - - >
Possible Questions:
1 What does the caterpillar think of Alice's comment: "three inches high is such a wretched height to be."?
2 Why does the pigeon attack Alice?
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Tuesday 2/4
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Digital Detox podcast" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Super Bowl" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/5)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 4
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Students create the questions using the Questions Stems guide - - - >
Possible Questions: 1 What are Alice's thoughts after she drinks from the bottle that said "DRINK ME?" / 2 Who is Bill? Describe his character traits.
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Monday 2/3
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Cluesearch
HOMEWORK (due 2/4)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 3
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Students create the questions using the Questions Stems guide - - - >
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Friday 1/31
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Meeting an Old Friend" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1/meeting-an-old-friend
3 Complete Language Arts and Social Studies from yesterday (see HOMEWORK (due 1/31) below)
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Thursday 1/30
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Business Interview" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/upper-intermediate-b2/a-business-interview
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Alaska, the 49th State" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 1/31)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 2
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Students create the questions using the Questions Stems guide - - - >
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4, Ln 2 Reading Notes
This Book
pgs 125 - 129Complete the reading notes (There are copies in back):
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Tuesday 1/28
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Design Presentation" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/upper-intermediate-b2/a-design-presentation
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Betsy Ross" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 1/30)
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 1
link to book: http://www.literatureproject.com/alice/
Log in and Complete the online assignment
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Monday 1/27
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Introduction to a Lecture" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Flying boat Airplane" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/28)
Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 1 Vocabulary
Word mapping #1-10
link to words: https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/198870
Log in and Complete the online assignment
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Friday 1/24
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Chatting About a Series" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1/chatting-about-a-series
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Ellis Island" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Language Arts:
In class essay
Sample essay
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Thursday 1/23
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Arriving Late to Class" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1/arriving-late-to-class
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Wind Cave" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/24)
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4, Ln 2 Reading Notes (Part 1)
This Book
Pg 124-125 Complete the reading notes (There are copies in back):
Language Arts:
Essay Writing Template
CONCLUSION
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Wednesday 1/22
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Making a Decision" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The U.S.S. Nautilus" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/23)
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4, Ln 1 Reading Notes
This Book
Pg 114-122 Complete the reading notes (There are copies in back):
Language Arts:
Essay Writing Template
Take information from your pre writing notes and fill in the template up to the CONCLUSION portion. We will do CONCLUSION tomorrow.
1a, 1b = Pre writing Notes, front
1c, 2a = Pre writing Notes , back/ top
Class exercise to transfer notes to Essay Writing Template
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Tuesday 1/21
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Team Meeting About Diversity" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The First Typewriter" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/22)
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4 Timeline Activity
This Book
Pg 112-113You need to continue the list to include all seven items from the timeline. You can use what has been started here so far
Continuing in class tomorrow
Essay Project (complete the Pre Writing Notes)
Language Arts: "Ode To Muir"
Informative Essay
Pre writing Notes (front)
(back)
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Thursday 1/16
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Weather Forecast" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Paul Revere's Ride handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/17)
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4, Lesson 1 Vocabulary.
WORD - DEFINITION - PICTURE
This Book
Pg 112-122Choose 10 of the highlighted words from these pages. Do this the same way you did the Chapter 3 vocabulary on 1/13 (scroll down to view that paper).
Essay Project (continuing in class tomorrow)
Language Arts: "Ode To Muir" video
Informative Essay
Pre writing Notes (front)
(back)
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Wednesday 1/15
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Student Discussion" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Introducing Millard Fillmore " handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/16)
Social Studies:
Ancient Egyptian Achievements
Watch the video first. Do additional research online to complete the notes as shown below. You can use the first one as your own.
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mutTBn_nRyY
Language Arts:
Ch 19 of "The Cay"
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. What can we assume Phillip is telling the captain that is so hard to believe?
2. Why does Phillip want to go back to the cay? Why does he seem to think of it pleasantly?
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
To be continued...
We will return to the video and the note taking Thursday
Informative Essay
Pre writing Notes
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Tuesday 1/14
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Phone Call From a Customer" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Joan of Arc" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/15)
Language Arts:
Ch 17 & 18 of "The Cay"
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. Give examples of decisions and/or actions of Phillip that could be considered either foolish or courageous:
2. What qualities does Phillip now possess as a result of Timothy's influence? Name at least two.
(back)
$ 100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Monday 1/13
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Understanding an Explaination" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Cotton Candy handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/14)
Social Studies:
Ch 3 Vocabulary
Copy the format pictured below to complete a 10 word list from pages 66-98. Choose any 10 of the highlighted words.
Language Arts:
Ch 16 of "The Cay"
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. As Phillip buries Timothy, he remembers him fondly. Explain with examples.
2. Give examples of the things Phillip does to stay busy and productive though Timothy is gone.
(back)
$ 100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Wednesday 12/18
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News Notes
2 Listen & Write
"Missing a Class" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Christmas" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/19)
Language Arts
Cornell Notes "The Cay" Chapter 15
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. List some consequences of the storm.
2. How is Phillip impacted by these events?
(back)
WORD MEANINGS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Tuesday 12/17
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News Notes
2 Listen & Write
"Leaving a Message" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Kwanzaa" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/18)
Language Arts
Cornell Notes "The Cay" Chapter 14
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Monday 12/16
Classwork to be finished before you leave
2 Listen & Write
"Instructions for an Assignment" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Hannukah" handout (tray # 3 in back
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/17)
Social Studies:
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Friday 12/13
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Transport Announcements" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/transport-announcements
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Happy Holidays" handout (tray # 3 in back)
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Thursday 12/12
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Four Conversations" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/four-conversations
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Frozen Foods" handout (tray # 3 in back
Continuing today in class
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Tuesday 12/10 No HW today
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"An Invitation to a Party" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Time Zones" handout (tray # 3 in back
Continuing today in class
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Monday 12/9 No HW today
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Morning Briefing" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/a-morning-briefing
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Rudyard Kipling" handout (tray # 3 in back
Continuing today in class
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Friday 12/6
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Changing a Meeting Time" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/changing-a-meeting-time
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Montgomery Bus Boycott" handout (tray # 3 in back
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Thursday 12/5
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Changing Plans" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"King Tut's Tomb" handout (tray # 3 in back)
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Wednesay 12/4
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Facts & Figures" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/facts-and-figures
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Basketball's beginnings" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/5)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pg 60, number 2Research Assignment
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes "The Cay" Chapter 12 & 13
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Tuesday 12/3
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"The Weekend" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1-listening/weekend
3 ELA Basic Skills
"LeBron James" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/4)
Language Arts: Ch 11 of "The Cay"
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. What does Timothy believe the reason is for their bad luck so far?
What makes him believe this?
2. What feelings does this create in Phillip?
Use textual evidence in your answers.
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(back)
WORD MEANINGS (3)
SCENE
with connection
No S.S. HW
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Monday 12/2
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Theme Parks" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1-listening/theme-parks
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Ludwig van Beethoven" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/3)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pg 49-57 Ch 2, Ln 2 Pre Read.
Create a chart like the one below to describe the Mesopotamian Empires. I've started it off for you with an example.
The Mesopotamian Empires
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1 Assyrian Empire
- Had a trained and disciplined Army equipped with soldiers , horses and chariots. They fought with slingshots, bows, arrows, swords and spears. They frightened their enemies with terrifying tactics.
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Language Arts:
"The Cay" Chapter 10
(front)
Story Summary
8-15 sentences on what has happened up to this point of the story.
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
*use only Ch 10 to complete the back. The front includes material from ALL chapters so far.
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Friday 11/22
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Thanksgiving Cluesearch
(tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Thanksgiving" handout (tray # 3 in back)
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Thursday 11/21
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Work" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Thanksgiving" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/22)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pg 46 Ch 2, Ln 1 Reading. Part 3.
Choose three items from the 'Lesson Review' section. Accompany each answer with a drawing.
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes: "The Cay" Ch 9
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. Describe the confrontation between Timothy and Phillip.
2. Is this confrontation beneficial? Is it damaging?
Explain.
______________________________________
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Wednesday 11/20
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Sports Centres" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Why is it Cold in Winter" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/21)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pgs 44-46 Ch 2, Ln 1 Reading. Part 2.
List six inventions of the Sumerians. Comment on each (2-3 sentences) and why it is important. Include drawings.
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes: "The Cay" Ch 8
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. How does Phillip express respect or admiration toward Timothy?
2. Is Phillip unfair to Timothy? How? Why?
___________________________________
(back)
$100 Words (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Tuesday 11/19
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Using Color to do Homework" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Squanto" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/20)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes: "The Cay" Ch 7
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Monday 11/18
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Travel & Trains" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/elementary-a2-listening/trains-travel
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Macy's Parade" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pgs 39-40 Ch 2, Ln 1 Reading. Part 1.
In a 3 paneled cartoon, describe the process for each category. Each panel must have comments and a picture to show the passing of time.
Use this video for more information and ideas with visuals
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes "The Cay" Chapter 5 & 6
Cornell Notes (front)
1. Give examples of Timothy's
resolve and determination. (Words or actions)
2. How would you feel if you were in Phillip's place?
_____________________________________________________________
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
* Ch 5 begins on page 51 of the PDF text document - - - - - >
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Friday 11/15
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"The Weather Forecast" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"St Augustine Monster" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pgs 39-40 Ch 2, Ln 1 Reading. Part 1.
In a 3 paneled cartoon, describe the process for each category. Each panel must have comments and a picture to show the passing of time.
Use this video for more information and ideas with visuals
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Thursday 11/14
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Tour of London" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/elementary-a2-listening/tour-london
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Slinky" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/15)
Language Arts:
"The Cay" Chapter 4
Cornell Notes (front)
1. Cite two examples of fear or anxiety shown by Phillip.
2. How does Timothy demonstrate kindness to Phillip. Give examples.
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
* Ch 4 begins on page 43 of the PDF text document - - - - - >
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Wednesday 11/13
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Traveling Abroad" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Islamic Hajj" handout (tray # 3 in back)
"Road Signs" Cluesearch
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/14)
Cornell Notes: The Cay, Ch 3
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Tuesday 11/12
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Taking Notes" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/elementary-a2-listening/taking-notes
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Yoshiko Uchida" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/13)
4 "Road Signs" Cluesearch (on table in back)
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Friday 11/8
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Shopping for Clothes" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link:
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Robert F. Kennedy" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Work on this last. Hold it until Tuesday
4 "Road Signs" Cluesearch (on table in back)
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Thursday 11/7
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Stop Wasting Time" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Veterans Day" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/8)
Cornell Notes: The Cay, Ch 2
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Wednesday 11/6
Classwork
1 Cornell Notes: The Cay, Ch 1
After reading Ch 1, the completed notes should look like this:
back
2 News
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/7)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pgs 36-48 Ch 2, Ln 1 Vocabulary. Choose 10 words from the highlighted vocabulary. Complete each just like the first example.
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Tuesday 11/5
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write (use PDF below, paper set up on board)
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Thursday 2/13
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Lecture About an Experiment" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Chinese New Year" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/14)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 8
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 What reasons does the queen have for wanting to cut off peoples' heads?
2 What do the king and the executioner argue about and how do they resolve it?
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Tuesday 2/11
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 4-6 Vocabulary
Word mapping part 2 - Choose 12
from these words (17-32)
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Complete word list: https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/198880
HOMEWORK (due 2/11)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 7
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 Describe "The Mad Hatter" character. Talk about his character traits. (example: Rude, absurd, etc.)
2 Describe "The March Hare" character. Talk about his character traits.
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Monday 2/10
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 4-6 Vocabulary
Word mapping - Choose 12
from the top half (#1 - 16) of this list
link to words: https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/198880
HOMEWORK (due 2/11)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 6
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Question:
1 Describe Alice's experience in the kitchen. Include a description of the characters she meets and how they behave toward her and each other.
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Friday 2/7
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Social Studies:
pgs 133-135
Chapter 4, Ln 3 Preview
This Book
pgs 133-135Complete the preview notes.
Example
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Thursday 2/6
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Talk About Motivation" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Space Shuttle Columbia" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Alice in Wonderland, Movie-Book Comparison
first example
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Wednesday 2/5
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Work Life Balance" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"African American History Month" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/6)
Social Studies
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 5
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Students create the questions using the Questions Stems guide - - - >
Possible Questions:
1 What does the caterpillar think of Alice's comment: "three inches high is such a wretched height to be."?
2 Why does the pigeon attack Alice?
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Tuesday 2/4
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Digital Detox podcast" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Super Bowl" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 2/5)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 4
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Students create the questions using the Questions Stems guide - - - >
Possible Questions: 1 What are Alice's thoughts after she drinks from the bottle that said "DRINK ME?" / 2 Who is Bill? Describe his character traits.
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Monday 2/3
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Cluesearch
HOMEWORK (due 2/4)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 3
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Students create the questions using the Questions Stems guide - - - >
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Friday 1/31
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Meeting an Old Friend" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1/meeting-an-old-friend
3 Complete Language Arts and Social Studies from yesterday (see HOMEWORK (due 1/31) below)
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Thursday 1/30
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Business Interview" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/upper-intermediate-b2/a-business-interview
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Alaska, the 49th State" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 1/31)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 2
Set up model for Cornell Notes (front and back)
Students create the questions using the Questions Stems guide - - - >
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4, Ln 2 Reading Notes
This Book
pgs 125 - 129Complete the reading notes (There are copies in back):
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Tuesday 1/28
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Design Presentation" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/upper-intermediate-b2/a-design-presentation
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Betsy Ross" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due 1/30)
Cornell Notes, Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 1
link to book: http://www.literatureproject.com/alice/
Log in and Complete the online assignment
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Monday 1/27
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Introduction to a Lecture" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Flying boat Airplane" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/28)
Alice in Wonderland, Chapter 1 Vocabulary
Word mapping #1-10
link to words: https://www.vocabulary.com/lists/198870
Log in and Complete the online assignment
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Friday 1/24
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Chatting About a Series" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1/chatting-about-a-series
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Ellis Island" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Language Arts:
In class essay
Sample essay
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Thursday 1/23
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Arriving Late to Class" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1/arriving-late-to-class
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Wind Cave" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/24)
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4, Ln 2 Reading Notes (Part 1)
This Book
Pg 124-125 Complete the reading notes (There are copies in back):
Language Arts:
Essay Writing Template
CONCLUSION
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Wednesday 1/22
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Making a Decision" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The U.S.S. Nautilus" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/23)
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4, Ln 1 Reading Notes
This Book
Pg 114-122 Complete the reading notes (There are copies in back):
Language Arts:
Essay Writing Template
Take information from your pre writing notes and fill in the template up to the CONCLUSION portion. We will do CONCLUSION tomorrow.
1a, 1b = Pre writing Notes, front
1c, 2a = Pre writing Notes , back/ top
Class exercise to transfer notes to Essay Writing Template
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Tuesday 1/21
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Team Meeting About Diversity" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The First Typewriter" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/22)
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4 Timeline Activity
This Book
Pg 112-113You need to continue the list to include all seven items from the timeline. You can use what has been started here so far
Continuing in class tomorrow
Essay Project (complete the Pre Writing Notes)
Language Arts: "Ode To Muir"
Informative Essay
Pre writing Notes (front)
(back)
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Thursday 1/16
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Weather Forecast" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Paul Revere's Ride handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/17)
Social Studies:
Title: Chapter 4, Lesson 1 Vocabulary.
WORD - DEFINITION - PICTURE
This Book
Pg 112-122Choose 10 of the highlighted words from these pages. Do this the same way you did the Chapter 3 vocabulary on 1/13 (scroll down to view that paper).
Essay Project (continuing in class tomorrow)
Language Arts: "Ode To Muir" video
Informative Essay
Pre writing Notes (front)
(back)
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Wednesday 1/15
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Student Discussion" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Introducing Millard Fillmore " handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/16)
Social Studies:
Ancient Egyptian Achievements
Watch the video first. Do additional research online to complete the notes as shown below. You can use the first one as your own.
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mutTBn_nRyY
Language Arts:
Ch 19 of "The Cay"
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. What can we assume Phillip is telling the captain that is so hard to believe?
2. Why does Phillip want to go back to the cay? Why does he seem to think of it pleasantly?
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
To be continued...
We will return to the video and the note taking Thursday
Informative Essay
Pre writing Notes
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Tuesday 1/14
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Phone Call From a Customer" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Joan of Arc" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/15)
Language Arts:
Ch 17 & 18 of "The Cay"
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. Give examples of decisions and/or actions of Phillip that could be considered either foolish or courageous:
2. What qualities does Phillip now possess as a result of Timothy's influence? Name at least two.
(back)
$ 100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Monday 1/13
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Understanding an Explaination" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Cotton Candy handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 1/14)
Social Studies:
Ch 3 Vocabulary
Copy the format pictured below to complete a 10 word list from pages 66-98. Choose any 10 of the highlighted words.
Language Arts:
Ch 16 of "The Cay"
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. As Phillip buries Timothy, he remembers him fondly. Explain with examples.
2. Give examples of the things Phillip does to stay busy and productive though Timothy is gone.
(back)
$ 100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Wednesday 12/18
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News Notes
2 Listen & Write
"Missing a Class" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Christmas" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/19)
Language Arts
Cornell Notes "The Cay" Chapter 15
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. List some consequences of the storm.
2. How is Phillip impacted by these events?
(back)
WORD MEANINGS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Tuesday 12/17
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News Notes
2 Listen & Write
"Leaving a Message" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Kwanzaa" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/18)
Language Arts
Cornell Notes "The Cay" Chapter 14
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Monday 12/16
Classwork to be finished before you leave
2 Listen & Write
"Instructions for an Assignment" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Hannukah" handout (tray # 3 in back
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/17)
Social Studies:
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Friday 12/13
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Transport Announcements" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/transport-announcements
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Happy Holidays" handout (tray # 3 in back)
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Thursday 12/12
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Four Conversations" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/four-conversations
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Frozen Foods" handout (tray # 3 in back
Continuing today in class
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Tuesday 12/10 No HW today
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"An Invitation to a Party" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Time Zones" handout (tray # 3 in back
Continuing today in class
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Monday 12/9 No HW today
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"A Morning Briefing" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/a-morning-briefing
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Rudyard Kipling" handout (tray # 3 in back
Continuing today in class
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Friday 12/6
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Changing a Meeting Time" handout (tray # 2 in back)
Link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/changing-a-meeting-time
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Montgomery Bus Boycott" handout (tray # 3 in back
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Thursday 12/5
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Changing Plans" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"King Tut's Tomb" handout (tray # 3 in back)
4 Social Studies Ch 3 & Ch 4 Pre read (video)
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Wednesay 12/4
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Facts & Figures" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/pre-intermediate-a2/facts-and-figures
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Basketball's beginnings" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/5)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pg 60, number 2Research Assignment
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes "The Cay" Chapter 12 & 13
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Tuesday 12/3
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"The Weekend" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1-listening/weekend
3 ELA Basic Skills
"LeBron James" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/4)
Language Arts: Ch 11 of "The Cay"
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. What does Timothy believe the reason is for their bad luck so far?
What makes him believe this?
2. What feelings does this create in Phillip?
Use textual evidence in your answers.
__________________________________________________
(back)
WORD MEANINGS (3)
SCENE
with connection
No S.S. HW
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Monday 12/2
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Theme Parks" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1-listening/theme-parks
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Ludwig van Beethoven" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 12/3)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pg 49-57 Ch 2, Ln 2 Pre Read.
Create a chart like the one below to describe the Mesopotamian Empires. I've started it off for you with an example.
The Mesopotamian Empires
| Describe | Picture |
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1 Assyrian Empire
- Had a trained and disciplined Army equipped with soldiers , horses and chariots. They fought with slingshots, bows, arrows, swords and spears. They frightened their enemies with terrifying tactics.
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2
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3
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Language Arts:
"The Cay" Chapter 10
(front)
Story Summary
8-15 sentences on what has happened up to this point of the story.
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
*use only Ch 10 to complete the back. The front includes material from ALL chapters so far.
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Friday 11/22
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Thanksgiving Cluesearch
(tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Thanksgiving" handout (tray # 3 in back)
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Thursday 11/21
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Work" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Thanksgiving" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/22)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pg 46 Ch 2, Ln 1 Reading. Part 3.
Choose three items from the 'Lesson Review' section. Accompany each answer with a drawing.
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes: "The Cay" Ch 9
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. Describe the confrontation between Timothy and Phillip.
2. Is this confrontation beneficial? Is it damaging?
Explain.
______________________________________
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Wednesday 11/20
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Sports Centres" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Why is it Cold in Winter" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/21)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pgs 44-46 Ch 2, Ln 1 Reading. Part 2.
List six inventions of the Sumerians. Comment on each (2-3 sentences) and why it is important. Include drawings.
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes: "The Cay" Ch 8
Text Analysis/ Cite evidence Questions:
1. How does Phillip express respect or admiration toward Timothy?
2. Is Phillip unfair to Timothy? How? Why?
___________________________________
(back)
$100 Words (3)
SCENE
with connection
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Tuesday 11/19
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Using Color to do Homework" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Squanto" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/20)
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes: "The Cay" Ch 7
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Monday 11/18
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Travel & Trains" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/elementary-a2-listening/trains-travel
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Macy's Parade" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pgs 39-40 Ch 2, Ln 1 Reading. Part 1.
In a 3 paneled cartoon, describe the process for each category. Each panel must have comments and a picture to show the passing of time.
Use this video for more information and ideas with visuals
Language Arts:
Cornell Notes "The Cay" Chapter 5 & 6
Cornell Notes (front)
1. Give examples of Timothy's
resolve and determination. (Words or actions)
2. How would you feel if you were in Phillip's place?
_____________________________________________________________
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
* Ch 5 begins on page 51 of the PDF text document - - - - - >
_________________________________
Friday 11/15
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"The Weather Forecast" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"St Augustine Monster" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pgs 39-40 Ch 2, Ln 1 Reading. Part 1.
In a 3 paneled cartoon, describe the process for each category. Each panel must have comments and a picture to show the passing of time.
Use this video for more information and ideas with visuals
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Thursday 11/14
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Tour of London" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/elementary-a2-listening/tour-london
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Slinky" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/15)
Language Arts:
"The Cay" Chapter 4
Cornell Notes (front)
1. Cite two examples of fear or anxiety shown by Phillip.
2. How does Timothy demonstrate kindness to Phillip. Give examples.
(back)
$100 WORDS (3)
SCENE
with connection
* Ch 4 begins on page 43 of the PDF text document - - - - - >
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Wednesday 11/13
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Traveling Abroad" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"The Islamic Hajj" handout (tray # 3 in back)
"Road Signs" Cluesearch
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/14)
Cornell Notes: The Cay, Ch 3
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Tuesday 11/12
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Taking Notes" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/elementary-a2-listening/taking-notes
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Yoshiko Uchida" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/13)
4 "Road Signs" Cluesearch (on table in back)
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Friday 11/8
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Shopping for Clothes" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link:
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Robert F. Kennedy" handout (tray # 3 in back)
Work on this last. Hold it until Tuesday
4 "Road Signs" Cluesearch (on table in back)
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Thursday 11/7
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Stop Wasting Time" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Veterans Day" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/8)
Cornell Notes: The Cay, Ch 2
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Wednesday 11/6
Classwork
1 Cornell Notes: The Cay, Ch 1
After reading Ch 1, the completed notes should look like this:
back
2 News
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/7)
Social Studies:
This Book
Pgs 36-48 Ch 2, Ln 1 Vocabulary. Choose 10 words from the highlighted vocabulary. Complete each just like the first example.
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Tuesday 11/5
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write (use PDF below, paper set up on board)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/6)
Paleolithic Times vs Neolithic Times
Complete the Ch 1 Review Storyboard template.
Directions: Students read pages listed below. Summarize what life was like during Paleolithic vs Neolithic times with respect to the categories given. One comparison has been done; you can copy this one. Create additional categories on back for extra credit [i.e. 'ESTABLISHING COMMUNITIES']
Facts on Paleolithic pgs 13-20
Facts on Neolithic pgs 21-27
classroom work done with teacher
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Monday 11/4
Classwork to be finished before you leave
1 News
2 Listen & Write (old)
"Giving Directions" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills (old)
"Pablo Picasso" handout (tray # 3 in back)
4 Finish "Halloween" cluesearch (old)
Social Studies: (old)
This Book
Preview pgs 35-45
Classwork begun today, to be continued tomorrow
Paleolithic Times vs Neolithic Times
Complete the Ch 1 Review Storyboard template.
Directions: Students re-read Ch1, LN 2 and Ch 1 LN 3. Students summarize what life was like during Paleolithic vs Neolithic times. One comparison has been done; you can copy this one
classroom work done with teacher
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 11/5)
Language Arts:
Webquest Part 4
Use these 'SEARCHES' to complete the assignment:
How Hurricanes Work
Surviving a Hurricane
Hurricane Facts
All About Hurricanes
Cornell Notes: Webquest Part 4
Hurricanes
1. What is a hurricane?
2. What causes a hurricane?
3. Where and when do hurricanes occur?
4. Who is in charge of naming hurricanes/tropical storms?
5. How can one protect oneself from a hurricane?
6. Include an illustration of a hurricane. Label the "eye" of the hurricane.
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Wednesday 10/23
Classwork
1 News
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Thursday 10/24
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Eating Out" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/elementary-a2-listening/eating-out
3 ELA Basic Skills
"President Theodore Roosevelt" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 10/25)
Social Studies:
This Book
Read pgs 28, 29 to find answers
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Wednesday 10/23
Classwork
1 News
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Tuesday 10/29
Homeroom: Second Step
Student Survey:
Classwork
1 News
2 ELA Basic Skills
Paragraph edit "Stock Market Crash" handout (tray # 2 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 10/30)
Language Arts:
Webquest Part 3, Coral Reefs
Use these links or do your own search to complete the assignment:
Cornell Notes: Webquest Part 3
Coral Reefs
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Questions/ Cues
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Answers |
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1. What forms coral?
2. Describe a coral reef.
3. Where are coral reefs located?
4. What are some things that are threatening coral reefs?
5. Choose one type of reef from the Reef Design link and describe it.
6. Create a sketch of a reef. Include everything you would find there (plants, fish, eels, etc) Color it.
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Thursday 10/28
Classwork
1 News
2 Cluesearch "ZOMBIES" (tray # 2 in back)
word search portion and fun pics on back not required
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 10/25)
Social Studies:
This Book, Lesson Review questions page 29
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Thursday 10/24
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Eating Out" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/elementary-a2-listening/eating-out
3 ELA Basic Skills
"President Theodore Roosevelt" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 10/25)
Social Studies:
This Book
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Wednesday 10/23
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Free Time" handout (tray # 2 in back)
link: https://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/elementary-a2-listening/free-time
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Arthur and His TV Friends" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK (due tomorrow 10/24)
Social Studies:
This Book
Read pgs 26, 27 to find answersPaper set up (back of yesterday's paper)
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Tuesday 10/22
Social Studies:
This Book
Read pgs 22, 23 to find answersPaper set up
Language Arts:
These are pics of the classroom handouts
Word mapping should be completed on notebook paper.
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Thursday 10/17
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Favorite Things" handout (tray # 2 in back)
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Peanuts Comic Strip" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK
Language Arts:
Webquest Part 2
Links
Cornell Notes: Webquest Part 2
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Questions/ Cues
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Answers |
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1. What are 5 things someone should do to avoid a shark attack?
2. How long have sharks been on Earth?
3. How many shark attacks happen each year?
4. What do sharks eat?
5. Describe the scariest shark ever to exist. Hint: On one site click on Extreme Sharks
6. Include an illustration of a shark of your choice. Make sure you include the name of the shark with your illustration.
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Wednesday 10/16
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write
"Amazing Facts handout" (tray # 2 in back)
link: http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1-listening/amazing-facts
3 ELA Basic Skills
"Statue of Liberty" handout (tray # 3 in back)
HOMEWORK
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Tuesday 10/15
Classwork
1 News
HOMEWORK
Language Arts:
Cluesearch (class handout; word search portion is NOT required)
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Monday, 10/14
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1-listening/celebrations
Celebrations
3 ELA Basic Skills
Nevada, the 36th state
1 On October 31 1864 Nevada became the 36th U.S. state. With more then 100000 square
2 miles of land, it is the seven largest state. Have you heard of Las Vegas! While it is the
3 largest city in Nevada by population, Carson city is the state capital. The state's natural
4 features include large lake's, the Colorado River, and high peeks. In fact, Nevada's name
5 comes from a Spanish word meaning "snowcapped.
Social Studies: HW
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Friday, 10/11
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/intermediate-b1-listening/difficult-situations
Difficult Situations
3 ELA Basic Skills
Columbus Day
1 October 12, 1492; is the day when the explorer Christopher Columbus arrive in the “New
2 World.” He sailed from Spain and landing in what is now the Bahamas, near the U.S. state of
3 florida. Because Columbus was Italan, some people serve there favorite Italian foods on
4 this holiday. Others choos to spend the day remembering and honoring the native cultures
5 that Columbus find on his journey. How do you celebrate the day.
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Thursday, 10/10
Classwork
1 News
2 Listen & Write http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening-skills-practice/important-people
Important People
3 ELA Basic Skills
Mount Rushmore
1 Have you been to Mount Rushmore. Sixty-foot-tall faces of George Washington, Thomas
2 Jefferson Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln are carved in to Mount Rushmores
3 stone hills. When sculptor Gutzon Borglum first saw mount Rushmore, he said, America will
4 march along that skyline." Borglum begun work in 1927 but he died before the work was
5 finished. The work was complete by his son, Lincoln on October 31, 1941.
Social Studies: HW if not done in class (see 10/7 for front, complete and turn in)
Language Arts:
"The Pigman" continued
pg 53-56 of Study Sync HW if not done in class (see 10/7 for front, complete and turn in)
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Monday, 10/7
Social Studies:
Language Arts:
Listen and Write: A Good Night's Sleep
Listen Here:http://learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/beginner-a1-listening/good-nights-sleep
Read "The Pigman"
Reading begins on pg 53 of this book
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Tuesday, 10/1
Social Studies:
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Thursday, 9/26
Listen & Write 1 page, front and back, 8-10 panels
Reading Assignment Read pg 32- 34, complete the notes as shown below
Front
Evidence/ citation location for #1
Back
LA Basic Skills (proof read and edit)
California Statehood
1 California become a state in September, 1850. Today it is the most populous
2 state, with large citys like San Francisco, San diego and Los Angeles. Only the states of
3 Alaska and Texas are big in size than California. California, which borders the country of
4 mexico, is often called "The Golden State." Do you know about Californias tallest and oldest
5 citizens. The states redwood trees grow to be 370 foot tall and live more 4 than 1,000 years.
Paper set up
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Wednesday, 9/25 Homework (start in class)
Language Arts: Read page 31-34 in Study Sync and use the video from class to complete the following assignment:
Listen & Write
Front
Back
Must use at least 7 from the word bank for your paragraph
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Tuesday, 9/24 Homework (start in class)
Language Arts:
Word mapping
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Monday, 9/23 Homework (started in class)
Language Arts:
Complete a new Story Board (10-15 panels)
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Friday, 9/20 classwork (finish for HW if not done in class)
Language Arts:
1 Complete Story Board
Link for The Golden Bird
2 Complete two- sided notes for The Hatchet
Front
Back
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Thursday, 9/19 homework
Social Studies: Ch 1 Vocabulary
Choose any 10 of the highlighted words from Ch 1. Complete in this format:
Word-definition-picture
Example
Language Arts:
No HW. The Homework from 9/18 will finish as classwork on Friday. Make sure 9/18 for The Hatchet is done and bring it to class tomorrow.
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Wednesday, 9/18 homework
Language Arts:
Classwork: Link for The Golden Bird
Read The Hatchet. Complete the notes (pictured below).
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Monday, 9/16 homework
Social Studies:
Ch 1 Reading (Parts 3 and 4)
Part 3
Part 4
Answer any 3 questions from the Lesson Review section on pg 12
Language Arts:
"Weather" cluesearch
(the work search portion and the fun stuff on back are not required)
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Thursday, 9/12 homework
Social Studies:
Ch 1 Reading (Part 2)
Language Arts:
none
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Wednesday, 9/11 homework
Social Studies:
Ch 1 Reading
Language Arts:
Remember 9/11 Flyer
Create a flyer on a full sheet of paper. Include the following:
One possible layout (but you can lay it out however you like)
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Tuesday, 9/10 No homework
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Monday, 9/8
Social Studies:
Classwork: CNN 10 news notes
Language Arts: Homework
1 Finish "Ice Cream" clue search (Hand out from class)
2 Read "The Hatchet" Pg 7-9 in Study Sync book
Highlight the text according to the things targeted by Think Questions 1 and 2.
Below: As modeled for students in class
Teacher modeled answers.
Nothing else is required; just highlighting as you read
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Thursday, 9/5
Social Studies:
Classwork: CNN 10 news notes
Language Arts: Homework
This was started in class
Word mapping (choose 8 words)
Paper set up
Words in the text
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Wednesday, 9/4
Social Studies:
Classwork: CNN 10 news notes
Language Arts:
The 2 handouts given in class should be completed for homework
both pages are due tomorrow
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Wednesday, 8/29 No homework
Social Studies:
Classwork: CNN 10 news notes
Language Arts:
Classwork: Listen and Write
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Wednesday, 8/28 No homework
Social Studies:
Classwork: CNN 10 news notes
Language Arts:
Classwork: Word Mapping
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Tuesday, 8/27 No homework
Social Studies:
Classwork: CNN 10 news notes
Language Arts:
Classwork: Word Mapping (example here)
Do 6 words from "Back to School"
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Monday, 8/26
Social Studies:
Classwork: CNN 10 news notes
Language Arts:
Due tomorrow: Super Student mini poster (handed out in class).
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Friday, 8/23
Social Studies:
Current Events (News)
Language Arts:
1 Complete the Super Student mini poster (handed out in class).
Completed student sample
2 Word mapping
Word map 4 words from the "Back to School" cluesearch
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Thursday, 8/22
Social Studies:
Current Events (News)
Language Arts:
Word mapping
Word map 4 words from the "Back to School" cluesearch
