Due: Character Chart
In class, students took their Bronx/Poetry Test and then organized and turned in the LA section of their binder.
HW: Vocab. Quiz 3 Corrections due TOMORROW! Also, be ready to share a poem for our Open Mike Thursday!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Tuesday, December 14
Due: None.
In class, students finished reading Bronx and we discussed the meaning of the title and some of the characters. We then reviewed for the TEST TOMORROW!
HW: Study for Bronx/Poetry Test Tomorrow!
In class, students finished reading Bronx and we discussed the meaning of the title and some of the characters. We then reviewed for the TEST TOMORROW!
HW: Study for Bronx/Poetry Test Tomorrow!
Monday, December 13, 2010
Monday, December 13
Due: Project (if you didn't turn it in on Friday!)
In class, we continued reading Bronx Masquerade and filling in the character chart (almost done!)
HW: Start studying for Bronx/Poetry Test on Wednesday
For your TEST, you should study:
TOC #2: Bronx/HR Notes
TOC #6: Character Chart
TOC #7: Poetry Types & Terms
TOC #8: Bronx Questions 1
TOC #11: Fig. Lang. & Sound Devices
TOC #14: Bronx Questions 2
TOC #17: Bronx Questions 3
In class, we continued reading Bronx Masquerade and filling in the character chart (almost done!)
HW: Start studying for Bronx/Poetry Test on Wednesday
For your TEST, you should study:
TOC #2: Bronx/HR Notes
TOC #6: Character Chart
TOC #7: Poetry Types & Terms
TOC #8: Bronx Questions 1
TOC #11: Fig. Lang. & Sound Devices
TOC #14: Bronx Questions 2
TOC #17: Bronx Questions 3
TOC #3
TOC #3
1. Vocab. List 1 11/8
2. HR & Bronx Notes 11/10
3. Reading Log No Date
4. Vocab. Quiz 1 11/12
5. Vocab. List 2 11/15
6. BM Character Chart 11/15
7. Poetry Terms & Types 11/16
8. Bronx Questions #1 11/17
9. Poetry Project 11/18
10. Vocab. Quiz #2 11/19
11. Figurative Language & Sound Devices 11/22
12. Summer in the City 11/22
13. Vocab. List #3 11/29
14. Bronx Questions #2 11/30
15. Poetry Practice! 12/1
16. Target 12/7
17. Bronx Questions #3 12/13
1. Vocab. List 1 11/8
2. HR & Bronx Notes 11/10
3. Reading Log No Date
4. Vocab. Quiz 1 11/12
5. Vocab. List 2 11/15
6. BM Character Chart 11/15
7. Poetry Terms & Types 11/16
8. Bronx Questions #1 11/17
9. Poetry Project 11/18
10. Vocab. Quiz #2 11/19
11. Figurative Language & Sound Devices 11/22
12. Summer in the City 11/22
13. Vocab. List #3 11/29
14. Bronx Questions #2 11/30
15. Poetry Practice! 12/1
16. Target 12/7
17. Bronx Questions #3 12/13
Friday, December 10, 2010
Friday, December 10
Due: None.
During class students finished working on their Poetry Anthology Project. Projects were due by the end of class TODAY!
HW: Have a great weekend!
During class students finished working on their Poetry Anthology Project. Projects were due by the end of class TODAY!
HW: Have a great weekend!
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Thursday, December 9
Due: None.
In class, students continued working on their poetry anthologies.
HW: Poetry Anthology due tomorrow by the end of class.
In class, students continued working on their poetry anthologies.
HW: Poetry Anthology due tomorrow by the end of class.
Bronx/Poetry Unit Test next Wednesday 12/15
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Wednesday, December 8
Due: Shel Silverstein Target (all classes except 6th)
In class, students continued working on their poetry anthology! By the END of class on Friday, students will be responsible for turning in a (1) 3-5 paragraph bio. on their chosen poet (2) 3 poems by that poet (3) 3 of their own poems with illustrations and (4) works cited page. **Remember: there are MANY opportunities to earn extra points with this project**
HW: Work on project if necessary!
In class, students continued working on their poetry anthology! By the END of class on Friday, students will be responsible for turning in a (1) 3-5 paragraph bio. on their chosen poet (2) 3 poems by that poet (3) 3 of their own poems with illustrations and (4) works cited page. **Remember: there are MANY opportunities to earn extra points with this project**
HW: Work on project if necessary!
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Tuesday, December 7
Due: Poem #3
In class, students completed a diamante poem comparing two characters from Bronx Masquerade. Then, we continued reading the book and filling in the character chart. Finally, I explained how to complete the Shel Silverstein target for homework.
HW: Shel Silverstein Target
In class, students completed a diamante poem comparing two characters from Bronx Masquerade. Then, we continued reading the book and filling in the character chart. Finally, I explained how to complete the Shel Silverstein target for homework.
HW: Shel Silverstein Target
Monday, December 6, 2010
Monday, December 6
Due: Rwanda Email Permission Letter
In class, we reviewed the poetry practice warm up from last week. We then continued reading Bronx Masquerade and filling in the character chart.
HW: Poem #3 due tomorrow with illustration
In class, we reviewed the poetry practice warm up from last week. We then continued reading Bronx Masquerade and filling in the character chart.
HW: Poem #3 due tomorrow with illustration
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Thursday, December 2
Due: Poem & Rwanda Email Permission
In class, students continued reading Bronx Masquerade and filling out their character chart.
HW: (1) Study for Vocab. Quiz and (2) Bring an independent reading book
In class, students continued reading Bronx Masquerade and filling out their character chart.
HW: (1) Study for Vocab. Quiz and (2) Bring an independent reading book
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Wednesday, December 1
Due: Flashcards, Bronx Questions, Quiz Corrections
In class, students completed a "Poetry Practice" and then had the rest of the class period to work on their poet bio in the library.
HW: (1) Write another poem for your anthology and include an illustration
(2) Email Permission form due by Monday, Dec. 6th (or tomorrow for a webami)
In class, students completed a "Poetry Practice" and then had the rest of the class period to work on their poet bio in the library.
HW: (1) Write another poem for your anthology and include an illustration
(2) Email Permission form due by Monday, Dec. 6th (or tomorrow for a webami)
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Tuesday, November 30
Due: Vocab. WS & Poem #1 for Anthology
In class, students completed the figurative language review on the blog. Then, we discussed the difference between comparing 2 things (similes and metaphors) and simply describing something. Finally, we continued listening to Bronx Masquerade and students started working on their 2nd set of discussion questions.
HW: (1) Flashcards due tomorrow for Webamis!
(2) Finish discussion questions from class
(3) Vocab. Quiz #2 Corrections due tomorrow!
In class, students completed the figurative language review on the blog. Then, we discussed the difference between comparing 2 things (similes and metaphors) and simply describing something. Finally, we continued listening to Bronx Masquerade and students started working on their 2nd set of discussion questions.
HW: (1) Flashcards due tomorrow for Webamis!
(2) Finish discussion questions from class
(3) Vocab. Quiz #2 Corrections due tomorrow!
Monday, November 29, 2010
Monday, November 29
Due: None.
In class, students received their 3rd vocabulary list for the quarter. Then, they continued reading Bronx Masquerade and worked on their character chart. Finally, students started working on their 1st poem for their poetry anthology!
HW: Finish Poem with illustration. AND Finish Vocab. WS or drawing:
Anachronism: Junker
Chronicles: Julia N.
Chronic: Zachary W.
Chronometer: Caroline M.
Temporary: Sophia L.
Extemporaneous: Olivia H.
Contemporary: Abby R.
Tempo: Kip B.
Synchronize: Andrew M.
Tempest: Emma Burgo
In class, students received their 3rd vocabulary list for the quarter. Then, they continued reading Bronx Masquerade and worked on their character chart. Finally, students started working on their 1st poem for their poetry anthology!
HW: Finish Poem with illustration. AND Finish Vocab. WS or drawing:
Anachronism: Junker
Chronicles: Julia N.
Chronic: Zachary W.
Chronometer: Caroline M.
Temporary: Sophia L.
Extemporaneous: Olivia H.
Contemporary: Abby R.
Tempo: Kip B.
Synchronize: Andrew M.
Tempest: Emma Burgo
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Tuesday, November 23
Due: Figurative Language Review WS
In class, students listened to "I Am Not My Hair" by India Arie and we discussed the meaning of the song. Then, students had the remainder of class time to research their poet in the computer lab.
HW: Enjoy your break ... read you independent reading book :0)
In class, students listened to "I Am Not My Hair" by India Arie and we discussed the meaning of the song. Then, students had the remainder of class time to research their poet in the computer lab.
HW: Enjoy your break ... read you independent reading book :0)
Monday, November 22, 2010
Monday, November 22
Due: None.
In class, students listened to "In the Ghetto" by Elvis Presley and determine what type of poem they thought it was. Then, students took notes on Figurative Language and Sound Devices we use in poetry. Students then listened to "Summer in the City" by the Lovin Spooneful and found examples of F.L. and sound devices in the lyrics of the song. Finally, students had time to start a WS reviewing their notes from class.
HW: Finish WS from class
In class, students listened to "In the Ghetto" by Elvis Presley and determine what type of poem they thought it was. Then, students took notes on Figurative Language and Sound Devices we use in poetry. Students then listened to "Summer in the City" by the Lovin Spooneful and found examples of F.L. and sound devices in the lyrics of the song. Finally, students had time to start a WS reviewing their notes from class.
HW: Finish WS from class
Friday, November 19, 2010
Friday, November 19
Due: Book in class!
In class, students took their 2nd vocabulary quiz and had time to read their independent reading book!
HW: Enjoy your weekend!
In class, students took their 2nd vocabulary quiz and had time to read their independent reading book!
HW: Enjoy your weekend!
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Thursday, November 18
Due: None.
In class, students finished their discussion questions from yesterday. Then, I explained their Poetry Anthology Project and students had time to get started with their research in the computer lab!
HW: Study for vocab. quiz tomorrow and bring a book to class!
In class, students finished their discussion questions from yesterday. Then, I explained their Poetry Anthology Project and students had time to get started with their research in the computer lab!
HW: Study for vocab. quiz tomorrow and bring a book to class!
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Wednesday, November 17
Due: Vocab. Flashcards!
In class, students completed a warm up to review the poetry terms and types from yesterday. Then, we continued listening to Bronx Masquerade and students worked in groups to complete discussion questions on the first 23 pages!
HW: Vocab. Quiz 1 Corrections due tomorrow!
In class, students completed a warm up to review the poetry terms and types from yesterday. Then, we continued listening to Bronx Masquerade and students worked in groups to complete discussion questions on the first 23 pages!
HW: Vocab. Quiz 1 Corrections due tomorrow!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Tuesday, November 16
Due: Vocab. WS or Illustration
In class, students reviewed the answers to their worksheet. Then, they had time to read poems in poetry anthologies and share their favorite poem with a partner. Students took notes on different types of poetry and then read examples of poems and identified their "types."
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow!
In class, students reviewed the answers to their worksheet. Then, they had time to read poems in poetry anthologies and share their favorite poem with a partner. Students took notes on different types of poetry and then read examples of poems and identified their "types."
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow!
Remember: the class with the highest percentage of flashcards turned in earns webamis!
Monday, November 15, 2010
Monday, November 15
Due: None.
In class, students received their 2nd vocabulary list and started looking up the definitions. Then, students read "I Can" by Nas and wrote in their journal. We then listened to the song "I Can" and discussed how listening to the poem changed their understanding/experience. Finally, I passed out the Bronx Masquerade character charts and we started reading the book.
HW: Vocab. WS due tomorrow
Illustrations due tomorrow for the following people:
Astronomy: Michael Fisher
Asteroid: Myah Burnette
Constellation: Jada Young
Stelliform: Preshus Bynum & Walter
Astrodome: Madison Lewis
Astrologer: Abbey Downing
Stellar: Maley
Aster: Abu
Asterisk: Lydia
Disaster: David Caraher
In class, students received their 2nd vocabulary list and started looking up the definitions. Then, students read "I Can" by Nas and wrote in their journal. We then listened to the song "I Can" and discussed how listening to the poem changed their understanding/experience. Finally, I passed out the Bronx Masquerade character charts and we started reading the book.
HW: Vocab. WS due tomorrow
Illustrations due tomorrow for the following people:
Astronomy: Michael Fisher
Asteroid: Myah Burnette
Constellation: Jada Young
Stelliform: Preshus Bynum & Walter
Astrodome: Madison Lewis
Astrologer: Abbey Downing
Stellar: Maley
Aster: Abu
Asterisk: Lydia
Disaster: David Caraher
Friday, November 12, 2010
Friday, November 12
Due: Book in class!
Today, students took their 1st vocabulary quiz for the quarter and had the remainder of class time to read their independent reading books!
HW: enjoy the weekend
Today, students took their 1st vocabulary quiz for the quarter and had the remainder of class time to read their independent reading books!
HW: enjoy the weekend
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Wednesday, November 10
Due: Flashcards and Vocab. WS
In class, students completed their vocabulary warm up and TOC quiz. Then, I collected students' Language Arts binders and passed out a new TOC. Finally, I introduced our next unit on Bronx Masquerade and poetry and we discussed the Harlem Renaissance and the Bronx.
HW: Study for Vocab. Quiz Friday and bring a book!
In class, students completed their vocabulary warm up and TOC quiz. Then, I collected students' Language Arts binders and passed out a new TOC. Finally, I introduced our next unit on Bronx Masquerade and poetry and we discussed the Harlem Renaissance and the Bronx.
HW: Study for Vocab. Quiz Friday and bring a book!
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Tuesday, November 9
Due: Vocab. WS or Illustration
In class students finished presenting their Asia Lit. Circle projects.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow!
In class students finished presenting their Asia Lit. Circle projects.
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow!
Monday, November 8, 2010
TOC #2
TOC #2:
1.Vocab. List 1 9/13
2. Vocab. List 2 9/20
3. Vocab. List 3 9/27
4. Vocab. List 4 10/4
5. Reading Log 9/10
6. Vocab. Quiz 4 10/11
7. Vocab. List 5 10/11
8. Story Elements 10/12
9. TOC Check #1 10/6
10. Vocab. Quiz 5 10/15
11. Asia Project 11/1
12. Presentations 11/8
The only assignment missing from your binder is #8 (Story Elements Notes)
1.Vocab. List 1 9/13
2. Vocab. List 2 9/20
3. Vocab. List 3 9/27
4. Vocab. List 4 10/4
5. Reading Log 9/10
6. Vocab. Quiz 4 10/11
7. Vocab. List 5 10/11
8. Story Elements 10/12
9. TOC Check #1 10/6
10. Vocab. Quiz 5 10/15
11. Asia Project 11/1
12. Presentations 11/8
The only assignment missing from your binder is #8 (Story Elements Notes)
Monday, November 8
Due: Asia Literature Circle Projects
In class, students received their first vocab. list for 2nd quarter. Then we discussed definitions and I assigned students to be word illustrators this week. Students then began presenting their literature circle projects to the class.
HW: Vocab. WS due tomorrow & Get your TOC updated and binder in order!
This week's illustrators are:
Rahim Bobbitt: centipede
Conrad Lusk: pedestrian
Lia Osborne: pedal
Kenzie Ruston: tripod
Porter Alexander: quadruped
Peter Cohen: pedestal
Patrick Dennehy: pedicure
Selina McDaniel: pedometer
Theresa Cannon: impediment
Daria Talaski: podiatrist
In class, students received their first vocab. list for 2nd quarter. Then we discussed definitions and I assigned students to be word illustrators this week. Students then began presenting their literature circle projects to the class.
HW: Vocab. WS due tomorrow & Get your TOC updated and binder in order!
This week's illustrators are:
Rahim Bobbitt: centipede
Conrad Lusk: pedestrian
Lia Osborne: pedal
Kenzie Ruston: tripod
Porter Alexander: quadruped
Peter Cohen: pedestal
Patrick Dennehy: pedicure
Selina McDaniel: pedometer
Theresa Cannon: impediment
Daria Talaski: podiatrist
Monday, November 1, 2010
Tuesday - Thursday, November 2 - 4
Due: None.
In class, students will be working on their literature circle projects. Projects must be completed and ready to present by Monday, November 8th!
HW: If you need to work on your project at home in order to make sure it's finished in time, do it!
In class, students will be working on their literature circle projects. Projects must be completed and ready to present by Monday, November 8th!
HW: If you need to work on your project at home in order to make sure it's finished in time, do it!
Monday, November 1
Due: Report Card Envelopes!
In class, students had about 20 minutes to finish up their literature circle books and turn in their handouts. Then, I introduced the project to students and gave them time to choose their groups/partners and their project assignments!
HW: If you need any materials besides the ones provided in class to work on your project, make sure you bring them in beginning tomorrow!
In class, students had about 20 minutes to finish up their literature circle books and turn in their handouts. Then, I introduced the project to students and gave them time to choose their groups/partners and their project assignments!
HW: If you need any materials besides the ones provided in class to work on your project, make sure you bring them in beginning tomorrow!
Friday, October 29, 2010
Friday, October 29
Due: None.
In class, students completed a survey about cyberbullying. We then discussed different types of cyberbullying and watched a video about the issue.
HW: Enjoy the weekend: HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!
In class, students completed a survey about cyberbullying. We then discussed different types of cyberbullying and watched a video about the issue.
HW: Enjoy the weekend: HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Wednesday, October 27
Due: None.
In class, I passed back students' "Charlie" essays and their Unit 1 Vocab. Test. Students then completed a journal about their "Charlie" essay and continued working in their literature circles. Finally, I met with students individually to discuss their essays and improvements they could make in future writing assignments.
HW: Vocab. Test Corrections due FRIDAY!
In class, I passed back students' "Charlie" essays and their Unit 1 Vocab. Test. Students then completed a journal about their "Charlie" essay and continued working in their literature circles. Finally, I met with students individually to discuss their essays and improvements they could make in future writing assignments.
HW: Vocab. Test Corrections due FRIDAY!
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Tuesday, October 26
Due: None.
In class, students took notes on "character" and "plot" and then had time to continue reading and working in their literature circle groups.
HW: Read your independent reading book!
In class, students took notes on "character" and "plot" and then had time to continue reading and working in their literature circle groups.
HW: Read your independent reading book!
Friday, October 22, 2010
Friday, October 22
Due: None.
In class, students continued reading their literature circle books. By the end of class they should have: (1) Finished the 2nd section of reading (2) turned in their handout (summary, words, or culture WS) (3) Showed me their character chart and story elements information.
HW: Work on any of the above activities if you didn't finish them in class! Have a great LONG weekend!
In class, students continued reading their literature circle books. By the end of class they should have: (1) Finished the 2nd section of reading (2) turned in their handout (summary, words, or culture WS) (3) Showed me their character chart and story elements information.
HW: Work on any of the above activities if you didn't finish them in class! Have a great LONG weekend!
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Thursday, October 21
Due: none.
In class students took their Vocabulary Unit 1 Test and then had time to read their independent reading books or literature circle books.
HW: Vocab. Quiz corrections or any missing work due tomorrow! Bring your independent reading book to class tomorrow!
In class students took their Vocabulary Unit 1 Test and then had time to read their independent reading books or literature circle books.
HW: Vocab. Quiz corrections or any missing work due tomorrow! Bring your independent reading book to class tomorrow!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Wednesday, October 20
Due: None.
In class, students completed a vocabulary warm up on their iPods. Then, students continued reading and working on their literature circle handouts. Finally, we played "I have, Who has" as a review for tomorrow's vocabulary TEST.
HW: STUDY! VOCABULARY UNIT TEST TOMORROW!
In class, students completed a vocabulary warm up on their iPods. Then, students continued reading and working on their literature circle handouts. Finally, we played "I have, Who has" as a review for tomorrow's vocabulary TEST.
HW: STUDY! VOCABULARY UNIT TEST TOMORROW!
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Tuesday, October 19
Due: None.
In class, students completed their vocabulary review and then completed a News Report. Students then had the rest of class time to work on their literature circle reading and assignments.
HW: Study: Test Thursday!
In class, students completed their vocabulary review and then completed a News Report. Students then had the rest of class time to work on their literature circle reading and assignments.
HW: Study: Test Thursday!
Monday, October 18, 2010
Monday, October 18
Due: None.
In class, students did a vocab. review on their iPods. Then, we discussed the Vocabulary Test on Thursday. Next, students took notes on "conflict" and "theme" in their Story Elements Chart. Finally, students had time to start reading Day 5 of their literature circle books.
HW: Study: Vocabulary Test Thursday!!
In class, students did a vocab. review on their iPods. Then, we discussed the Vocabulary Test on Thursday. Next, students took notes on "conflict" and "theme" in their Story Elements Chart. Finally, students had time to start reading Day 5 of their literature circle books.
HW: Study: Vocabulary Test Thursday!!
Friday, October 15, 2010
Friday, October 15
Due: Book in class
In class, students took their 5th vocabulary quiz. Then, they had time to read their independent reading books or work on their literature circle books and handouts.
HW: Vocabulary Unit Test Thursday 10/21
In class, students took their 5th vocabulary quiz. Then, they had time to read their independent reading books or work on their literature circle books and handouts.
HW: Vocabulary Unit Test Thursday 10/21
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Thursday, October 14
Due: Vocab. Quiz Corrections
In class, students had time to continue reading their literature circle books, work on their handout, complete story elements, and fill out their character chart.
HW: Study for vocab. quiz #5 tomorrow and bring your independent reading book!
In class, students had time to continue reading their literature circle books, work on their handout, complete story elements, and fill out their character chart.
HW: Study for vocab. quiz #5 tomorrow and bring your independent reading book!
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Wednesday, October 13
Due: Vocab. Flashcards
In class, students completed a "News Report" and then had time to read their literature circle books and work on their handouts.
HW: Vocab. Quiz #4 Corrections due Tomorrow!
In class, students completed a "News Report" and then had time to read their literature circle books and work on their handouts.
HW: Vocab. Quiz #4 Corrections due Tomorrow!
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Tuesday, October 12
Due: Vocab. #5 WS
In class, we reviewed the vocabulary for this week and went over the correct answers to the vocab. handout. Then, we discussed our first 2 story elements: setting and narration. Finally, students continued reading their literature circle books and working on their handouts & character charts.
HW: Vocab. #5 flashcards due tomorrow!
In class, we reviewed the vocabulary for this week and went over the correct answers to the vocab. handout. Then, we discussed our first 2 story elements: setting and narration. Finally, students continued reading their literature circle books and working on their handouts & character charts.
HW: Vocab. #5 flashcards due tomorrow!
Monday, October 11, 2010
Monday, October 11
Due: None.
In class, students took their 4th vocabulary quiz. Then, they continued reading their literature circle books and working on their handouts.
HW: Vocab. WS due tomorrow
In class, students took their 4th vocabulary quiz. Then, they continued reading their literature circle books and working on their handouts.
HW: Vocab. WS due tomorrow
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Thursday, October 7
Due: None.
In class, students got a new TOC and filled in #s 1-5. Then, I introduced our literature circle unit and we discussed student responsibilities while reading their books over the next couple of weeks. Finally, students had time to start reading their books.
HW: Bring your independent reading book to class tomorrow!
Your vocab. quiz will be on MONDAY, OCTOBER 11 and NOT on Friday.
In class, students got a new TOC and filled in #s 1-5. Then, I introduced our literature circle unit and we discussed student responsibilities while reading their books over the next couple of weeks. Finally, students had time to start reading their books.
HW: Bring your independent reading book to class tomorrow!
Your vocab. quiz will be on MONDAY, OCTOBER 11 and NOT on Friday.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Wednesday, October 6
Due: Flashcards & Organized binder
In class, students took a TOC check and then turned in their entire LA binder & TOC. Then, I introduced our next unit (Asia Lit. Circles). Then, we watched a brief video about Sadako and the 1,000 Paper Cranes and students made their own origami cranes.
HW: Quiz corrections due tomorrow!
In class, students took a TOC check and then turned in their entire LA binder & TOC. Then, I introduced our next unit (Asia Lit. Circles). Then, we watched a brief video about Sadako and the 1,000 Paper Cranes and students made their own origami cranes.
HW: Quiz corrections due tomorrow!
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Tuesday, October 5
Due: Vocab. WS #4
In class students finished typing their "Charlie" essays and turned them in!
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow.
***I strongly recommend that you have your binder in order and TOC updated by tomorrow!
In class students finished typing their "Charlie" essays and turned them in!
HW: Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow.
***I strongly recommend that you have your binder in order and TOC updated by tomorrow!
Monday, October 4, 2010
TOC #1
1. What is a Sentence? 9/8
2. Play is Different 9/8
3. Weekly Reading Log 9/10
4. Vocab. List #1 9/13
5. Set the Stage 9/13
6. Plot the Play 9/14
7. Movie T Chart 9/16
8. Vocab. Quiz #1 9/17
9. Vocab. List #2 9/20
10. Types of Writing 9/22
11. Essay Prompt 9/23
12. Pre-Writing 9/23
13. Vocab. Quiz #2 9/24
14. Vocab. List #3 9/27
15. Intro & Thesis 9/27
16. Body Paragraphs 1 & 2 9/ 28
17. Body Paragraph 3 & Conclusion 9/29
18. Vocab. Quiz #3 10/1
19. Vocab. List #4 10/4
*** After tomorrow (Tuesday) you will NOT have #s 3, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, and 18 in your binder***
2. Play is Different 9/8
3. Weekly Reading Log 9/10
4. Vocab. List #1 9/13
5. Set the Stage 9/13
6. Plot the Play 9/14
7. Movie T Chart 9/16
8. Vocab. Quiz #1 9/17
9. Vocab. List #2 9/20
10. Types of Writing 9/22
11. Essay Prompt 9/23
12. Pre-Writing 9/23
13. Vocab. Quiz #2 9/24
14. Vocab. List #3 9/27
15. Intro & Thesis 9/27
16. Body Paragraphs 1 & 2 9/ 28
17. Body Paragraph 3 & Conclusion 9/29
18. Vocab. Quiz #3 10/1
19. Vocab. List #4 10/4
*** After tomorrow (Tuesday) you will NOT have #s 3, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, and 18 in your binder***
I strongly suggest that you UPDATE your TOC and ORGANIZE your binder by Wednesday!
Monday, October 4
Due: None.
In class students received their vocab. list #4. Then, they spent the rest of the period typing their "Charlie" essays.
HW: Vocab. WS #4 & Get your binder in order and TOC updated!
In class students received their vocab. list #4. Then, they spent the rest of the period typing their "Charlie" essays.
HW: Vocab. WS #4 & Get your binder in order and TOC updated!
Friday, October 1, 2010
Friday, October 1
Due: Book in class
Students took their vocabulary quiz and read in their independent reading books.
HW: None!
Students took their vocabulary quiz and read in their independent reading books.
HW: None!
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Thursday, September 30
Due: Quiz corrections (for some kids)
In class, students put all of the parts of their "Charlie" essay together and exchanged papers with their peers. Students then edited one another's papers for spelling/grammar, organization, and argument clarity.
HW: Study for vocab. quiz tomorrow & bring a book to class!
In class, students put all of the parts of their "Charlie" essay together and exchanged papers with their peers. Students then edited one another's papers for spelling/grammar, organization, and argument clarity.
HW: Study for vocab. quiz tomorrow & bring a book to class!
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Wednesday, September 29
Due: Body Paragraphs 1 & 2 and Flashcards
During class students completed their 3rd body paragraph and the conclusion paragraph of their "Charlie" Essay.
HW: (1) Finish Body Paragraph 3 & Conclusion Paragraph
(2) Quiz Corrections due tomorrow
During class students completed their 3rd body paragraph and the conclusion paragraph of their "Charlie" Essay.
HW: (1) Finish Body Paragraph 3 & Conclusion Paragraph
(2) Quiz Corrections due tomorrow
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Tuesday, September 28
Due: (1) Rwanda pen pal letter and permission form
(2) Vocabulary worksheet
(3) Intro. & Thesis Worksheet
In class, we took our class picture to send to the kids in Rwanda. Then, I explained to students how to write the body paragraphs of their "Charlie" essay and then students worked on their first 2 body paragraphs.
HW: Flashcards due tomorrow AND finish body paragraphs 1 & 2
(2) Vocabulary worksheet
(3) Intro. & Thesis Worksheet
In class, we took our class picture to send to the kids in Rwanda. Then, I explained to students how to write the body paragraphs of their "Charlie" essay and then students worked on their first 2 body paragraphs.
HW: Flashcards due tomorrow AND finish body paragraphs 1 & 2
Monday, September 27, 2010
Monday, September 27
Due: Photo Permission Slip
In class students worked on their Rwanda penpal letters. Then, we went over the new vocabulary list for this week. Finally, we discussed how to write a thesis statement and introduction paragraph and students had time to start writing their own.
HW: (1) Rwanda Pen Pal Letters due tomorrow
(2) Vocabulary WS due tomorrow
(3) Finish introduction paragraph for tomorrow
In class students worked on their Rwanda penpal letters. Then, we went over the new vocabulary list for this week. Finally, we discussed how to write a thesis statement and introduction paragraph and students had time to start writing their own.
HW: (1) Rwanda Pen Pal Letters due tomorrow
(2) Vocabulary WS due tomorrow
(3) Finish introduction paragraph for tomorrow
Friday, September 24, 2010
Friday, September 24
Due: Pre-Writing for Charlie Essay
In class, students took their 2nd vocabulary quiz and then I introduced the Rwanda Pen Pal Project!
HW: (1) Rwanda Photo Permission forms due Monday
(2) Rwanda Pen Pal letters due by Tuesday
Have a great weekend :0)
In class, students took their 2nd vocabulary quiz and then I introduced the Rwanda Pen Pal Project!
HW: (1) Rwanda Photo Permission forms due Monday
(2) Rwanda Pen Pal letters due by Tuesday
Have a great weekend :0)
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Thursday, September 23
Due: None.
In class, students finished taking notes on different types of writing and we discussed how to complete a pre-writing assignment for an argumentative essay. Students were then given time to work on their pre-writing for the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory essay.
HW: (1) Finish Pre-Writing
(2) Study for Vocab. Quiz tomorrow
(3) Get Rwanda Permission form signed by Monday
In class, students finished taking notes on different types of writing and we discussed how to complete a pre-writing assignment for an argumentative essay. Students were then given time to work on their pre-writing for the Charlie and the Chocolate Factory essay.
HW: (1) Finish Pre-Writing
(2) Study for Vocab. Quiz tomorrow
(3) Get Rwanda Permission form signed by Monday
Wednesday, September 22
Sorry this is so late -- we have had some technical difficulties here at school!!
On Wednesday, students finished watching the movie and took notes on different types of writing.
HW: None :)
On Wednesday, students finished watching the movie and took notes on different types of writing.
HW: None :)
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Tuesday, September 21
Due: Vocab. WS
In class, students continued watching Charlie & the Chocolate Factory.
HW: (1) Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow (Word on Front; Definition on Back; Sentence on Back for Extra Credit) and (2) Vocab. Quiz 1 Corrections due Thursday
In class, students continued watching Charlie & the Chocolate Factory.
HW: (1) Vocab. Flashcards due tomorrow (Word on Front; Definition on Back; Sentence on Back for Extra Credit) and (2) Vocab. Quiz 1 Corrections due Thursday
Monday, September 20, 2010
Monday, September 20
Due: None.
In class, students worked on their 2nd vocabulary list - using the iPod to define the words. Then, we continued watching Charlie & the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Vocab. WS Due tomorrow
In class, students worked on their 2nd vocabulary list - using the iPod to define the words. Then, we continued watching Charlie & the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Vocab. WS Due tomorrow
Friday, September 17, 2010
Friday, September 17
Due: Book in class!
During class students took their 1st vocabulary quiz and read their independent reading books.
HW: Bring candy Monday if you want to!
During class students took their 1st vocabulary quiz and read their independent reading books.
HW: Bring candy Monday if you want to!
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Thursday, September 16
Due: None.
In class, students started watching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Bring your book tomorrow and STUDY for your vocabulary quiz!
In class, students started watching Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
HW: Bring your book tomorrow and STUDY for your vocabulary quiz!
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Wednesday, September 15
Due: Vocabulary Flashcards
In class, students completed a journal entry: Do you think Willy Wonka wanted the other kids to fail? What information from the play supports your opinion?
Then, students completed a handout entitled "Plot the Play."
Finally, SOME classes completed a News Report.
HW: Finish Plot the Play WS
In class, students completed a journal entry: Do you think Willy Wonka wanted the other kids to fail? What information from the play supports your opinion?
Then, students completed a handout entitled "Plot the Play."
Finally, SOME classes completed a News Report.
HW: Finish Plot the Play WS
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Tuesday, September 15
Due: (1) Vocabulary WS and (2) Set the Stage
In class students read their book independently as a warm up. Then, we went over the answers to the vocabulary worksheet and I explained to students how to make their vocabulary flashcards. Finally, we finished reading the play and students had time to start their "Plot the Play" worksheet.
HW: Vocabulary flashcards due tomorrow:
FRONT: Vocab. Word BACK: Definition ... if you want extra credit, you can write a sentence using each vocabulary word.
In class students read their book independently as a warm up. Then, we went over the answers to the vocabulary worksheet and I explained to students how to make their vocabulary flashcards. Finally, we finished reading the play and students had time to start their "Plot the Play" worksheet.
HW: Vocabulary flashcards due tomorrow:
FRONT: Vocab. Word BACK: Definition ... if you want extra credit, you can write a sentence using each vocabulary word.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Monday, September 13
Due: None.
In class, students were given their first vocabulary list. This week's root is FOLI which means LEAF. Then, I returned a worksheet from last week and we discussed how it was graded and how to improve your grade on future assignments. Finally, we read a small amount of the play and students had time to work on their vocabulary worksheet and "Set the Stage" worksheet.
HW: (1) Vocabulary Worksheet and (2) Set the Stage WS due tomorrow
***You need to have an iPod case in school by tomorrow!!
In class, students were given their first vocabulary list. This week's root is FOLI which means LEAF. Then, I returned a worksheet from last week and we discussed how it was graded and how to improve your grade on future assignments. Finally, we read a small amount of the play and students had time to work on their vocabulary worksheet and "Set the Stage" worksheet.
HW: (1) Vocabulary Worksheet and (2) Set the Stage WS due tomorrow
***You need to have an iPod case in school by tomorrow!!
Friday, September 10, 2010
Friday, September 10
Due: Independent reading book in class!
Fridays are independent reading days! Towards the end of class students complete a "check-in" on their book where they tell me (1) what they are reading (2) how many pages they read during class time and (3) a brief summary of what they read that day.
At the end of the quarter, students will choose ONE book they read and complete a (simple) project on the book.
HW: Enjoy the beautiful weather this weekend!
Fridays are independent reading days! Towards the end of class students complete a "check-in" on their book where they tell me (1) what they are reading (2) how many pages they read during class time and (3) a brief summary of what they read that day.
At the end of the quarter, students will choose ONE book they read and complete a (simple) project on the book.
HW: Enjoy the beautiful weather this weekend!
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Thursday, September 9
Due: "A Play is Different" WS
In class students had time to finish up their WS. Then, we continued reading "Charlie".
HW: Bring a book to class tomorrow!
In class students had time to finish up their WS. Then, we continued reading "Charlie".
HW: Bring a book to class tomorrow!
Wednesday, September 8
Due: None.
In class, students completed a warm up suggesting books that I should read at school. Then, we reviewed how to write in complete sentences. And finally, we continued reading "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".
HW: Finish "A Play is Different" WS
In class, students completed a warm up suggesting books that I should read at school. Then, we reviewed how to write in complete sentences. And finally, we continued reading "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".
HW: Finish "A Play is Different" WS
Tuesday, September 7
Due: None.
In class students reviewed the reading diagnostic they completed last week. I then introduced our first unit: a writing unit using the play "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".
HW: Read your independent reading book!
In class students reviewed the reading diagnostic they completed last week. I then introduced our first unit: a writing unit using the play "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".
HW: Read your independent reading book!
Friday, September 3, 2010
Friday, September 3
Due: Book in class!
During class students completed their Reading Diagnostic and/or had time to read their independent reading book.
HW: Enjoy the long weekend!
During class students completed their Reading Diagnostic and/or had time to read their independent reading book.
HW: Enjoy the long weekend!
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Thursday, September 2
Due: None.
In class students continued working on their Reading Diagnostic test.
HW: Bring a book to class tomorrow.
In class students continued working on their Reading Diagnostic test.
HW: Bring a book to class tomorrow.
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Wednesday, September 1
Due: Have a book in class!
In class we discussed good reading strategies and then students began a reading diagnostic test.
HW: Bring a book!
In class we discussed good reading strategies and then students began a reading diagnostic test.
HW: Bring a book!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Tuesday, August 31
Due: None.
Today students took the 1st State Writing Test. Then students completed a goal setting handout and read essays from NPR's "This I Believe" series.
HW: Bring a book and pencil tomorrow!
Today students took the 1st State Writing Test. Then students completed a goal setting handout and read essays from NPR's "This I Believe" series.
HW: Bring a book and pencil tomorrow!
Monday, August 30
Due: LA Parent Letter, Parent Questionnaire, iPod Use Agreement, LA class materials
In class, students completed a reading survey and then we went to the library to check out books!
HW: Remember to bring your book to class everyday from now on!
In class, students completed a reading survey and then we went to the library to check out books!
HW: Remember to bring your book to class everyday from now on!
Friday, August 27, 2010
Friday, August 27
Due: None.
Today students participated in various team building activities!
HW: Class materials, iPod agreement form, LA parent letter, and Questionnaire all due Monday!
Today students participated in various team building activities!
HW: Class materials, iPod agreement form, LA parent letter, and Questionnaire all due Monday!
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Thursday, August 26
Due: None.
In class, we went over my LA parent letter and general classroom procedures. Then, students played a get-to-know-you game called 2 truths and 1 lie.
HW: iPod agreement, signed parent letter, parent questionnaire, and all class materials are due MONDAY, August 30th!
In class, we went over my LA parent letter and general classroom procedures. Then, students played a get-to-know-you game called 2 truths and 1 lie.
HW: iPod agreement, signed parent letter, parent questionnaire, and all class materials are due MONDAY, August 30th!
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Wednesday, August 25
Welcome Back to School!!!
Today in Language Arts students introduced themselves to the class. I then went over the iPod Use Agreement and binder/TOC organization. Finally, students did a scavenger hunt to get to know each other!
HW: iPod Use Agreement due (signed) by Monday 8/30
Today in Language Arts students introduced themselves to the class. I then went over the iPod Use Agreement and binder/TOC organization. Finally, students did a scavenger hunt to get to know each other!
HW: iPod Use Agreement due (signed) by Monday 8/30
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