Lit & Lang 1-Period 4 Assignments
- Instructors
- Term
- 2019-2020 School Year
- Department
- 6th Grade
- Description
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Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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Exit Questions (answer AT LEAST one): 1. What is one thing you enjoyed about this class and why? 2. What is something the teacher (Ms. Acosta) could have done to make this year better? 3. What is one piece of advice that you have for Ms. Acosta for next year?
Hi guys!
I just wanted to share with you all just how glad I am that I was able to be your teacher this school year. Even though we had a crazy end of the year, I really enjoyed having you all in my class! I truly learned so much from all of you, and I hope you learned from me as well. I will miss you all so much, and I hope you all have a wonderful summer break!
P.S.
Don't forget to stop by the class next year to say hello!
I just wanted to share with you all just how glad I am that I was able to be your teacher this school year. Even though we had a crazy end of the year, I really enjoyed having you all in my class! I truly learned so much from all of you, and I hope you learned from me as well. I will miss you all so much, and I hope you all have a wonderful summer break!
P.S.
Don't forget to stop by the class next year to say hello!
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✅6/2 ATTENDANCE CHECK: What are the three most important things you learned this year? Why?
Please answer this question using complete sentences. Your answer is worth 5 points. This question will also count as your attendance for Tuesday, June 2, 2020.
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✅6/4 ATTENDANCE CHECK: What advice would you give students who will be in this class next year?
Please answer the question using complete sentences. Your answer is worth 5 points. This question will also count as your attendance for Thursday, June 4, 2020.
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Extra Credit Assignment
This week, our goal is to make up any missing assignments you may have. If you have turning in all of your assignments but would like to receive extra credit points, you can complete the "Reflection - What a Year!" assignment.
Extra Credit - This assignment will help you reflect, or think about, your experience as a 6th grade student. Please read each question, think about your answer, and then type your answer as honestly as possible.
To complete the assignment:
1. Open the Google Slides and read each question.
2. To answer each question, click on “Type here”. Before you begin typing in your answer, delete the words “Type here”.
Extra Credit - This assignment will help you reflect, or think about, your experience as a 6th grade student. Please read each question, think about your answer, and then type your answer as honestly as possible.
To complete the assignment:
1. Open the Google Slides and read each question.
2. To answer each question, click on “Type here”. Before you begin typing in your answer, delete the words “Type here”.
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✅5/26 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Take a look at your grade for this class on the portal. Are you happy with your grade? Why? If you are not happy, what will you do to improve your grade in this class?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Tuesday, May 26, 2020.
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✅5/28 ATTENDANCE CHECK: What was your favorite book you read this year? Why?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Thursday, May 28, 2020.
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✅5/19 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Tuesday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Tuesday, May 19, 2020.
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Assignment for Tuesday 5/19
This week we will be working on Persuasive Writing!
1. Watch the two videos on persuasive writing. Pay close attention to the videos.
2. Brainstorm (think about in your mind) 3 places you think your family should go when the “Stay At Home” order is lifted or no longer the rule for all families. You want to convince your family this should be the best place to visit.
3. Complete the graphic organizer (Google Document) titled Persuasive Writing: Brainstorming & Planning". List the place you think (this is your opinion) you should go visit first as a family. Support or give convincing reasons why you feel this is the best place to visit once we are allowed to go visit places out of our homes. Look carefully at the graphic organizer example at the top of the worksheet to help you
organize your ideas!
1. Watch the two videos on persuasive writing. Pay close attention to the videos.
2. Brainstorm (think about in your mind) 3 places you think your family should go when the “Stay At Home” order is lifted or no longer the rule for all families. You want to convince your family this should be the best place to visit.
3. Complete the graphic organizer (Google Document) titled Persuasive Writing: Brainstorming & Planning". List the place you think (this is your opinion) you should go visit first as a family. Support or give convincing reasons why you feel this is the best place to visit once we are allowed to go visit places out of our homes. Look carefully at the graphic organizer example at the top of the worksheet to help you
organize your ideas!
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✅5/21 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Thursday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Thursday, May 21, 2020.
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Assignment for Thursday 5/21
1. Write a friendly letter to your parents, convince them of the best place you should all go together as a family when it is safe. Make sure to use your graphic organizer that was completed while brainstorming.
2. Your letter should be four paragraphs long. Use the friendly letter template and watch the videos on how to write a friendly letter to complete your writing assignment.
PARAGRAPH 1: Tell them your idea of the best place to go - grab their attention.
PARAGRAPH 2: Write your first reason this is the best place and state the facts that explain to the reader why your reason is true (use the BLUE section of your graphic organizer).
PARAGRAPH 3: Write the second reason this is the best place and state the facts why this would be the best place to go (use the RED section of your graphic organizer).
PARAGRAPH 4: Write the third reason this the best place and state the facts explaining why this place is the best to go and visit (use the YELLOW section of your graphic organizer).
** Proofread your work and use descriptive words (make it exciting to read).
2. Your letter should be four paragraphs long. Use the friendly letter template and watch the videos on how to write a friendly letter to complete your writing assignment.
PARAGRAPH 1: Tell them your idea of the best place to go - grab their attention.
PARAGRAPH 2: Write your first reason this is the best place and state the facts that explain to the reader why your reason is true (use the BLUE section of your graphic organizer).
PARAGRAPH 3: Write the second reason this is the best place and state the facts why this would be the best place to go (use the RED section of your graphic organizer).
PARAGRAPH 4: Write the third reason this the best place and state the facts explaining why this place is the best to go and visit (use the YELLOW section of your graphic organizer).
** Proofread your work and use descriptive words (make it exciting to read).
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✅5/12 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Tuesday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Tuesday, May 12, 2020.
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✅5/14 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Wednesday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Wednesday, May 14, 2020.
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Assignment for Thursday 5/14
1. Use the article about virtual learning to complete the “Think Questions” #1-4. Please use complete sentences and use R.A.C.E. to make sure that you answer the entire question. Take a look at the R.A.C.E. poster on Google Classroom for help. When you are done, attach your “Think Questions” document to Google Classroom and click on the “Turn In” button.
2. Click on the Kahoot Challenge link to review “virtual learning” You MUST use your first and last name for this challenge - if I don’t see your full name, I can’t give you participation credit! The students with the top 3 scores will receive extra credit!
PIN: 02653978
2. Click on the Kahoot Challenge link to review “virtual learning” You MUST use your first and last name for this challenge - if I don’t see your full name, I can’t give you participation credit! The students with the top 3 scores will receive extra credit!
PIN: 02653978
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Assignment for Tuesday 5/12
This week we will be practicing our reading comprehension and composition (writing).
1. Read the NewsELA article titled “Tips for students who are new to virtual learning”. You may watch the video titled “Read-along: Tips for students who are new to virtual learning” and follow along to the reading.
2. Find one word from the article that you find challenging or confusing. Complete a vocabulary square for this word on Google Slides. Take a look at the vocab square example for the word “remorse” included in the “Vocab Square Template” to make sure you add all the correct information onto your vocab square. Make your vocab square as colorful and fun as you want! When you are done, attach your “Vocab Square Template” presentation to Google Classroom and click on the “Turn In” button.
1. Read the NewsELA article titled “Tips for students who are new to virtual learning”. You may watch the video titled “Read-along: Tips for students who are new to virtual learning” and follow along to the reading.
2. Find one word from the article that you find challenging or confusing. Complete a vocabulary square for this word on Google Slides. Take a look at the vocab square example for the word “remorse” included in the “Vocab Square Template” to make sure you add all the correct information onto your vocab square. Make your vocab square as colorful and fun as you want! When you are done, attach your “Vocab Square Template” presentation to Google Classroom and click on the “Turn In” button.
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Assignment for Thursday 5/7
1. Open the Google Document titled "Personification - Human Characteristics". Read the directions on the document where you will identify the human characteristics in each sentence which are personifying the objects. Turn in to Google Classroom when finished.
2. Click on the Kahoot Challenge link to review "Personification". You MUST use your first and last name for this challenge - if I don't see your full name, I can't give you participation credit! The students with the top 3 scores will receive extra credit!
PIN: 08920718
2. Click on the Kahoot Challenge link to review "Personification". You MUST use your first and last name for this challenge - if I don't see your full name, I can't give you participation credit! The students with the top 3 scores will receive extra credit!
PIN: 08920718
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Assignment for Tuesday 5/5
This week we will be learning about another figurative language - Personification!
1. Open the Google Slides presentation titled "PersonificationPowerPointLesson". Read carefully through each slide.
2. Click on the video titled "Personification". Review the meaning of personification and try to create one yourself in your head.
3. Click on the Google Document titled "Personification Practice". Read the directions on the document where you will identify the personification in each sentence and its meaning. Turn in to Google Classroom when finished.
1. Open the Google Slides presentation titled "PersonificationPowerPointLesson". Read carefully through each slide.
2. Click on the video titled "Personification". Review the meaning of personification and try to create one yourself in your head.
3. Click on the Google Document titled "Personification Practice". Read the directions on the document where you will identify the personification in each sentence and its meaning. Turn in to Google Classroom when finished.
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✅5/5 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Tuesday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Tuesday, May 5, 2020.
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✅5/7 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Wednesday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Thursday, May 7, 2020.
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✅4/28 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Tuesday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Tuesday, April 28, 2020.
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Assignment for Tuesday 4/28
This week we will be learning about poetry!
1. Watch the instructional video “What Makes a Poem a Poem?" (Click on the LearnZillion link, and play the video).
2. Read “Sarah Cynthia Syliva Stout Will Not Take the Garbage Out” at least three times. You may watch the video titled "Read-along: Sarah Cynthia Stout Will Not Take the Garbage Out".
3. After reading the poem open the "Analysis Worksheet Sarah Stout" document and complete the analysis of the poem. Make sure to look back at the poem to complete the analysis.
** analysis = to explain what something is, what means, and why it is important
1. Watch the instructional video “What Makes a Poem a Poem?" (Click on the LearnZillion link, and play the video).
2. Read “Sarah Cynthia Syliva Stout Will Not Take the Garbage Out” at least three times. You may watch the video titled "Read-along: Sarah Cynthia Stout Will Not Take the Garbage Out".
3. After reading the poem open the "Analysis Worksheet Sarah Stout" document and complete the analysis of the poem. Make sure to look back at the poem to complete the analysis.
** analysis = to explain what something is, what means, and why it is important
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Exit Ticket: Week of 4/27 - 4/30
Please complete the exit ticket AFTER you complete and turn in ALL of your work for the week.
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Assignment for Thursday 4/30
1. Watch the video “Parts of a Friendly Letter” to remind yourself how to format a friendly letter.
2. Open the document "Friendly Letter to Shel Silverstein" and write a friendly letter to Shel Silverstein giving him the idea for the next poem he should write for his audience. Tell him about a chore that is disliked that could be used as a topic for his next poem to write. Give him reasons the chore is disliked and all the details of what would happen if it is left undone.
2. Open the document "Friendly Letter to Shel Silverstein" and write a friendly letter to Shel Silverstein giving him the idea for the next poem he should write for his audience. Tell him about a chore that is disliked that could be used as a topic for his next poem to write. Give him reasons the chore is disliked and all the details of what would happen if it is left undone.
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✅4/30 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Thursday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Thursday, April 30, 2020.
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✅4/21 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Tuesday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Tuesday, April 21, 2020.
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Exit Ticket: Week of 4/20 - 4/24
Please complete the exit ticket AFTER you complete and turn in ALL of your work for the week.
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Assignment for Tuesday 4/21
This week we will be practicing our reading comprehension and composition (writing).
1. Read the NewsELA article titled “Why the U.S. census tries to count everyone”. You may watch the video titled “Read-along: Why the U.S. census tries to count everyone” and follow along to the reading.
2. Find one word from the article that you find challenging or confusing. Complete a vocabulary square for this word on Google Slides. Take a look at the vocab square example for the word “remorse” included in the “Vocab Square Template” to make sure you add all the correct information onto your vocab square. Make your vocab square as colorful and fun as you want! When you are done, attach your “Vocab Square Template” presentation to Google Classroom and click on the “Turn In” button.
1. Read the NewsELA article titled “Why the U.S. census tries to count everyone”. You may watch the video titled “Read-along: Why the U.S. census tries to count everyone” and follow along to the reading.
2. Find one word from the article that you find challenging or confusing. Complete a vocabulary square for this word on Google Slides. Take a look at the vocab square example for the word “remorse” included in the “Vocab Square Template” to make sure you add all the correct information onto your vocab square. Make your vocab square as colorful and fun as you want! When you are done, attach your “Vocab Square Template” presentation to Google Classroom and click on the “Turn In” button.
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Assignment for Thursday 4/23
1. Using the article about the U.S. Census to complete the “Think Questions” #1-4. Please use complete sentences and use R.A.C.E. to make sure that you answer the entire question. Take a look at the R.A.C.E. poster on Google Classroom for help. When you are done, attach your “Think Questions” document to Google Classroom and click on the “Turn In” button.
2. Click on the Kahoot Challenge link to review “R.A.C.E.”. You MUST use your first and last name for this challenge - if I don’t see your full name, I can’t give you participation credit!
PIN: 08495008
2. Click on the Kahoot Challenge link to review “R.A.C.E.”. You MUST use your first and last name for this challenge - if I don’t see your full name, I can’t give you participation credit!
PIN: 08495008
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✅4/23 ATTENDANCE CHECK: Have you completed and turned in all of the work for Thursday's assignment?
Students, please make sure that you answer this question. This will count as your attendance for Thursday, April 23, 2020.
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Assignment
Hello students and parents!
I hope that everyone is staying safe and doing well. This is a reminder for everyone that students should be logging into Google Classroom regularly to make complete the assigned classwork. Most assignments should take students about 20 minutes to complete.
As a reminder, here are the different assignments all students should complete for my class by this Friday, April 17, 2020:
- Watch the video "Tutorial: Intro to Distance Learning"
- Assignment for Tuesday 4/14
- Flipgrid Social Activity
- Assignment for Thursday 4/16
- Exit Ticket: Week of 4/14 - 4/17
If parents or students would like to schedule a Google Meets appointment with me, parents should email me with a request and appointments can be made during my office hours (please see the school schedule released this week for office hours).
Please email me with any questions you may have.
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Exit Ticket: Week of 4/14 - 4/17
Please complete this exit ticket once you complete and turn in ALL of your work for the week.
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Tutorial: Intro to Distance Learning
Good morning!
Since we have officially begun Distance Learning, I created a quick video that should hopefully help you get used to our new way of learning.
Please watch the entire video and when you are done, please click on the "Mark as Done" button so that I know you have seen the video.
As always, make sure you email me with any questions!
Since we have officially begun Distance Learning, I created a quick video that should hopefully help you get used to our new way of learning.
Please watch the entire video and when you are done, please click on the "Mark as Done" button so that I know you have seen the video.
As always, make sure you email me with any questions!
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Assignment for Tuesday 4/14
This week we are going to learn about Figurative Language.
1. Open the Google Slides presentation "Metaphor and Simile". Read through each slide carefully and read the practice slides without looking at the answers. Be sure to watch the video attached in the presentation as well.
2. After you have read through this presentation, go to the assignment titled "MetaphorSimileSortingActivity" to practice what you have learned. You will type the metaphors and similies under the correct column. Go back to the presentation to help you if needed and then turn in the assignment.
1. Open the Google Slides presentation "Metaphor and Simile". Read through each slide carefully and read the practice slides without looking at the answers. Be sure to watch the video attached in the presentation as well.
2. After you have read through this presentation, go to the assignment titled "MetaphorSimileSortingActivity" to practice what you have learned. You will type the metaphors and similies under the correct column. Go back to the presentation to help you if needed and then turn in the assignment.
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Assignment for Thursday 4/16
1. Watch the video "Similes and Metaphors" then click on the assignment "Write Your Own".
2. You will follow the prompt and create your own simile and metaphor sentences. Turn in the assignment when you are done.
2. You will follow the prompt and create your own simile and metaphor sentences. Turn in the assignment when you are done.
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Assignment
Homework Due: 4/3/20 - Happy Friday!
1. Go back to your essay. Reread and edit your personal narrative. Write your final draft on paper or create a Google Document and type up your final draft.
1. Go back to your essay. Reread and edit your personal narrative. Write your final draft on paper or create a Google Document and type up your final draft.
2. When you are done, please share your work with me on Google Classroom. You may take a picture of your paper, or you may attach your Document and submit your work.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
World Party Day
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
World Party Day
International Kids Yoga Day
Find a Rainbow Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe! We will be on Spring Break next week, but I look forward to starting up our class on April 14, 2020!
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe! We will be on Spring Break next week, but I look forward to starting up our class on April 14, 2020!
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Homework 4/3/20
Homework Due: 4/3/20 - Happy Friday!
1. Go back to your essay. Reread and edit your personal narrative. Write your final draft on paper or create a Google Document and type up your final draft.
2. When you are done, please share your work with me on Google Classroom. You may take a picture of your paper, or you may attach your Document and submit your work.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
World Party Day
International Kids Yoga Day
Find a Rainbow Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe! We will be on Spring Break next week, but I look forward to starting up our class on April 14, 2020!
1. Go back to your essay. Reread and edit your personal narrative. Write your final draft on paper or create a Google Document and type up your final draft.
2. When you are done, please share your work with me on Google Classroom. You may take a picture of your paper, or you may attach your Document and submit your work.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
World Party Day
International Kids Yoga Day
Find a Rainbow Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe! We will be on Spring Break next week, but I look forward to starting up our class on April 14, 2020!
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: 4/2/20 - Happy Thursday!
1. Write a personal narrative: You will write a three-paragraph rough draft essay about someone you admire. Give at least three reasons why you admire this individual. In each paragraph, there should be one reason why you admire this person, with at least two examples.
1. Write a personal narrative: You will write a three-paragraph rough draft essay about someone you admire. Give at least three reasons why you admire this individual. In each paragraph, there should be one reason why you admire this person, with at least two examples.
2. Please take a look at the attached links for help with the assignment.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
International Children's Book Day
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
International Children's Book Day
National Burrito Day
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
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Homework 4/2/20
Homework Due: 4/2/20 - Happy Thursday!
1. Write a personal narrative: You will write a three-paragraph rough draft essay about someone you admire. Give at least three reasons why you admire this individual. In each paragraph, there should be one reason why you admire this person, with at least two examples.
2. Please take a look at the attached links for help with the assignment.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
International Children's Book Day
National Burrito Day
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
1. Write a personal narrative: You will write a three-paragraph rough draft essay about someone you admire. Give at least three reasons why you admire this individual. In each paragraph, there should be one reason why you admire this person, with at least two examples.
2. Please take a look at the attached links for help with the assignment.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
International Children's Book Day
National Burrito Day
National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
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Assignment
Homework Due: 3/31/20 - Happy Wednesday!
1. Go to "Focus Questions" on page 42. Complete questions #1-4 and highlight your annotations.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
April Fools Day
1. Go to "Focus Questions" on page 42. Complete questions #1-4 and highlight your annotations.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
April Fools Day
National Fun Day
Reading is Funny Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
Due:
Homework 4/1/20
Homework Due: 3/31/20 - Happy Wednesday!
1. Go to "Focus Questions" on page 42. Complete questions #1-4 and highlight your annotations.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
April Fools Day
National Fun Day
Reading is Funny Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
1. Go to "Focus Questions" on page 42. Complete questions #1-4 and highlight your annotations.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
April Fools Day
National Fun Day
Reading is Funny Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
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Assignment
Homework Due: 3/31/20 - Happy Tuesday!
1. Reread your annotations from the text titled "Celebrities as Heroes". Go to the "Think Questions" on page 41. Complete questions #1-4 on a lined sheet of paper or on a Google Document (please share this with me).
2. Make sure to answer all questions in complete sentences. Use R.A.C.E. Use the R.A.C.E. poster attached below to help you answer your questions.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
Cesar Chavez Day
1. Reread your annotations from the text titled "Celebrities as Heroes". Go to the "Think Questions" on page 41. Complete questions #1-4 on a lined sheet of paper or on a Google Document (please share this with me).
2. Make sure to answer all questions in complete sentences. Use R.A.C.E. Use the R.A.C.E. poster attached below to help you answer your questions.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
Cesar Chavez Day
National Crayon Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
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Homework 3/31/20
Homework Due: 3/31/20 - Happy Tuesday!
1. Reread your annotations from the text titled "Celebrities as Heroes". Go to the "Think Questions" on page 41. Complete questions #1-4 on a lined sheet of paper or on a Google Document (please share this with me).
2. Make sure to answer all questions in complete sentences. Use R.A.C.E. Use the R.A.C.E. poster attached below to help you answer your questions.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
Cesar Chavez Day
National Crayon Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
1. Reread your annotations from the text titled "Celebrities as Heroes". Go to the "Think Questions" on page 41. Complete questions #1-4 on a lined sheet of paper or on a Google Document (please share this with me).
2. Make sure to answer all questions in complete sentences. Use R.A.C.E. Use the R.A.C.E. poster attached below to help you answer your questions.
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
Cesar Chavez Day
National Crayon Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
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Assignment
Homework Due: 3/30/20: Happy Monday!
1. Read the Study Sync short text titled "Celebrities as Heroes" on page 41.
2. When finished, reread the text paragraph by paragraph, and just like in class, make annotation notes using our annotation symbols in the book about important words, questions you may have, things that surprise you, etc. (There is a copy of the Annotations Guide on Google Classroom in the section titled "3-Week School Closure to help you complete this assignment).
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
National "I Am In Control" Day
National Doctors' Day
National Virtual Vacation Day
National Pencil Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
Due:
Homework 3/30/20
Homework Due: 3/30/20: Happy Monday!
1. Read the Study Sync short text titled "Celebrities as Heroes" on page 41.
2. When finished, reread the text paragraph by paragraph, and just like in class, make annotation notes using our annotation symbols in the book about important words, questions you may have, things that surprise you, etc. (There is a copy of the Annotations Guide on Google Classroom in the section titled "3-Week School Closure to help you complete this assignment).
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
National "I Am In Control" Day
National Doctors' Day
National Virtual Vacation Day
National Pencil Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
1. Read the Study Sync short text titled "Celebrities as Heroes" on page 41.
2. When finished, reread the text paragraph by paragraph, and just like in class, make annotation notes using our annotation symbols in the book about important words, questions you may have, things that surprise you, etc. (There is a copy of the Annotations Guide on Google Classroom in the section titled "3-Week School Closure to help you complete this assignment).
Please email me if you have any questions.
**Today we are celebrating:
National "I Am In Control" Day
National Doctors' Day
National Virtual Vacation Day
National Pencil Day
I hope you are all staying home and staying safe!
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Assignment
Dear students and parents,
Our school district would like to collect information about our students and families in order to better assist us during these challenging times. Please click on the link provided and completely fill out the Google Form. Questions are provided in both English and Spanish for everyone. Everyone should complete this form no later than Friday, March 27, 2020.
Thank you for your cooperation; have a wonderful rest of your day!
Due:
Homework 3/27/20
Homework Due: 3/27/20 - Happy Friday!
1. Complete the response questions and make sure the whole Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 packet is complete.
2. Use the Quizlet flashcards to study the vocab words.
Please email me with any questions you may have.
**Today we celebrate:
World Theater Day
National Scribble Day
National No Homework Day - Feel free to complete this assignment over the weekend!
1. Complete the response questions and make sure the whole Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 packet is complete.
2. Use the Quizlet flashcards to study the vocab words.
Please email me with any questions you may have.
**Today we celebrate:
World Theater Day
National Scribble Day
National No Homework Day - Feel free to complete this assignment over the weekend!
Due:
Student/Parent Questionnaire
Dear students and parents,
Our school district would like to collect information about our students and families in order to better assist us during these challenging times. Please click on the link provided and completely fill out the Google Form.
Questions are provided in both English and Spanish for everyone. Everyone should complete this form no later than Friday, March 27, 2020.
Thank you for your cooperation; have a wonderful rest of your day!
Our school district would like to collect information about our students and families in order to better assist us during these challenging times. Please click on the link provided and completely fill out the Google Form.
Questions are provided in both English and Spanish for everyone. Everyone should complete this form no later than Friday, March 27, 2020.
Thank you for your cooperation; have a wonderful rest of your day!
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: 3/26/20 - Happy Thursday!
1. Read the passage in section E of Wordly Wise: Lesson 6. Annotate and take notes. Highlight vocabulary words.
2. Start the response questions in complete sentences.
Please email me with any questions you may have.
** Today we are celebrating:
Purple Day
Spinach Day
Make Up Your Own Holiday Day
Due:
Homework 3/26/20
Homework Due: 3/26/20 - Happy Thursday!
1. Read the passage in section E of Wordly Wise: Lesson 6. Annotate and take notes. Highlight vocabulary words.
2. Start the response questions in complete sentences.
Please email me with any questions you may have.
** Today we are celebrating:
Purple Day
Spinach Day
Make Up Your Own Holiday Day
1. Read the passage in section E of Wordly Wise: Lesson 6. Annotate and take notes. Highlight vocabulary words.
2. Start the response questions in complete sentences.
Please email me with any questions you may have.
** Today we are celebrating:
Purple Day
Spinach Day
Make Up Your Own Holiday Day
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: 3/25/20 - Happy Tuesday!
1. Complete section D in the Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 vocab packet
*** Please use the attached images to help you complete this section and make sure to read all the directions carefully!
2. Use the Quizlet flashcards linked on Google Classroom (under the Vocabulary section of Classwork) to study the vocab words.
Please email me with any questions you have.
**Today we are celebrating:
National Medal of Honor Day
Manatee Appreciation Day
Pecan Day
Due:
Homework 3/25/20
Homework Due: 3/25/20 - Happy Tuesday!
1. Complete section D in the Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 vocab packet
*** Please use the attached images to help you complete this section and make sure to read all the directions carefully!
2. Use the Quizlet flashcards linked on Google Classroom (under the Vocabulary section of Classwork) to study the vocab words.
Please email me with any questions you have.
**Today we are celebrating:
National Medal of Honor Day
Manatee Appreciation Day
Pecan Day
1. Complete section D in the Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 vocab packet
*** Please use the attached images to help you complete this section and make sure to read all the directions carefully!
2. Use the Quizlet flashcards linked on Google Classroom (under the Vocabulary section of Classwork) to study the vocab words.
Please email me with any questions you have.
**Today we are celebrating:
National Medal of Honor Day
Manatee Appreciation Day
Pecan Day
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: 3/24/20 - Happy Tuesday!
1. Complete sections B and C in the Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 packet
2. Use the Quizlet flashcards for Lesson 6 to study the vocab words (go to Google Classroom -> Classwork -> Vocabulary)
Please email me with any questions you may have.
Today we celebrate:
International Day For Achievers
National Chocolate Covered Raisins Day
National Cake Pop Day
National Orange Day
Due:
Homework 3/24/20
Homework Due: 3/24/20 - Happy Tuesday!
1. Complete sections B and C in the Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 packet
2. Use the Quizlet flashcards for Lesson 6 to study the vocab words (go to Google Classroom -> Classwork -> Vocabulary) Please email me with any questions you may have.
Today we celebrate:
International Day For Achievers
National Chocolate Covered Raisins Day
National Cake Pop Day
National Orange Day
1. Complete sections B and C in the Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 packet
2. Use the Quizlet flashcards for Lesson 6 to study the vocab words (go to Google Classroom -> Classwork -> Vocabulary) Please email me with any questions you may have.
Today we celebrate:
International Day For Achievers
National Chocolate Covered Raisins Day
National Cake Pop Day
National Orange Day
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: 3/23/20 - Happy Monday everyone!
1. Read each word on the Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 packet. Highlight or underline the parts of speech and draw a little picture next to the vocabulary word if it helps you understand the vocabulary word better.
2. Complete section A in the packet. Write in complete sentences.
** For extra practice, use the Lesson 6 flashcards on Quizlet (find the flashcards in the Vocabulary section under Classwork).
Please email me if you have any questions.
Due:
Homework 3/23/20
Homework Due: 3/23/20 - Happy Monday everyone!
1. Read each word on the Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 packet. Highlight or underline the parts of speech and draw a little picture next to the vocabulary word if it helps you understand the vocabulary word better.
2. Complete section A in the packet. Write in complete sentences.
** For extra practice, use the Lesson 6 flashcards on Quizlet (find the flashcards in the Vocabulary section under Classwork).
Please email me if you have any questions.
1. Read each word on the Wordly Wise: Lesson 6 packet. Highlight or underline the parts of speech and draw a little picture next to the vocabulary word if it helps you understand the vocabulary word better.
2. Complete section A in the packet. Write in complete sentences.
** For extra practice, use the Lesson 6 flashcards on Quizlet (find the flashcards in the Vocabulary section under Classwork).
Please email me if you have any questions.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: 3/20/20
1. Go back to your essay. Reread and edit. Write your final draft.
Good morning students,
I hope you have all been well! I understand some of you have picked up packets from school and others have been working online. I will be collecting and grading your work when we go back to school, however, I would absolutely love to give you all participation credit on the grade book for everything that you have been working so hard on for this week's assignments.
If you are working online, please submit your Google Documents to the assignments I have posted each day. If you are working on the packet, please submit a picture of the work you have completed for each assignment.
If you have any questions, please email me. I hope you all have a great weekend at home, and I can't wait to see you all soon!
Due:
Homework 3/20/20
Homework Due: 3/20/20
1. Go back to your essay. Reread and edit. Write your final draft.
Good morning students,
I hope you have all been well! I understand some of you have picked up packets from school and others have been working online. I will be collecting and grading your work when we go back to school, however, I would absolutely love to give you all participation credit on the grade book for everything that you have been working so hard on for this week's assignments.
If you are working online, please submit your Google Documents to the assignments I have posted each day. If you are working on the packet, please submit a picture of the work you have completed for each assignment.
If you have any questions, please email me. I hope you all have a great weekend at home, and I can't wait to see you all soon!
1. Go back to your essay. Reread and edit. Write your final draft.
Good morning students,
I hope you have all been well! I understand some of you have picked up packets from school and others have been working online. I will be collecting and grading your work when we go back to school, however, I would absolutely love to give you all participation credit on the grade book for everything that you have been working so hard on for this week's assignments.
If you are working online, please submit your Google Documents to the assignments I have posted each day. If you are working on the packet, please submit a picture of the work you have completed for each assignment.
If you have any questions, please email me. I hope you all have a great weekend at home, and I can't wait to see you all soon!
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: 3/19/20
1. Go to page 9 in the story "Rosa Parks: My Story" and look at the "Writing Prompt". Write a one-paragraph personal narrative essay about a time where you were courageous or brave. ("Rosa Parks: My Story" is also a personal narrative essay - Rosa Parks shares her experience being courageous and brave)
** Please email me with any questions.
Due:
Homework 3/19/20
Homework Due: 3/19/20
1. Go to page 9 in the story "Rosa Parks: My Story" and look at the "Writing Prompt". Write a one-paragraph personal narrative essay about a time where you were courageous or brave. ("Rosa Parks: My Story" is also a personal narrative essay - Rosa Parks shares her experience being courageous and brave)
** Please email me with any questions.
1. Go to page 9 in the story "Rosa Parks: My Story" and look at the "Writing Prompt". Write a one-paragraph personal narrative essay about a time where you were courageous or brave. ("Rosa Parks: My Story" is also a personal narrative essay - Rosa Parks shares her experience being courageous and brave)
** Please email me with any questions.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: 3/18/20
1. Go to page 9 in the story "Rosa Parks: My Story" and look at the Focus Questions. Complete #1-4. You will have to highlight or underline your answer from the text.
**Please email me if you have any questions.
Due:
Homework 3/18/20
Homework Due: 3/18/20
1. Go to page 9 in the story "Rosa Parks: My Story" and look at the Focus Questions. Complete #1-4. You will have to highlight or underline your answer from the text.
**Please email me if you have any questions.
1. Go to page 9 in the story "Rosa Parks: My Story" and look at the Focus Questions. Complete #1-4. You will have to highlight or underline your answer from the text.
**Please email me if you have any questions.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: 3/17/20
1. Look back at your annotations from "Rosa Parks: My Story" and go to page 8. Complete "Think Questions" #1-4 on a separate sheet of paper.
** Make sure to answer all questions in complete sentences. Use R.A.C.E. I have shared a R.A.C.E. poster on Google Classroom under the "3-Week School Closure" section. Use this handout to help you answer your questions.
Due:
Homework 3/17/20
Homework Due: 3/17/20
1. Look back at your annotations from "Rosa Parks: My Story" and go to page 8. Complete "Think Questions" #1-4 on a separate sheet of paper.
** Make sure to answer all questions in complete sentences. Use R.A.C.E. I have shared a R.A.C.E. poster on Google Classroom under the "3-Week School Closure" section. Use this handout to help you answer your questions.
1. Look back at your annotations from "Rosa Parks: My Story" and go to page 8. Complete "Think Questions" #1-4 on a separate sheet of paper.
** Make sure to answer all questions in complete sentences. Use R.A.C.E. I have shared a R.A.C.E. poster on Google Classroom under the "3-Week School Closure" section. Use this handout to help you answer your questions.
Due:
Assignment
Complete this assignment by Monday 3/16/20:
1. Read "Rosa Parks: My Story" on page 5.
2. When finished, reread the text paragraph by paragraph, and just like in class, make annotation notes using our annotation symbols in the book about important words, questions you may have, things that surprise you, etc. (There is a copy of the Annotations Guide on Google Classroom in the section titled "3-Week School Closure to help you complete this assignment).
Due:
Homework 3/16/20
Complete this assignment by Monday 3/16/20:
1. Read "Rosa Parks: My Story" on page 5.
2. When finished, reread the text paragraph by paragraph, and just like in class, make annotation notes using our annotation symbols in the book about important words, questions you may have, things that surprise you, etc. (There is a copy of the Annotations Guide on Google Classroom in the section titled "3-Week School Closure to help you complete this assignment).
1. Read "Rosa Parks: My Story" on page 5.
2. When finished, reread the text paragraph by paragraph, and just like in class, make annotation notes using our annotation symbols in the book about important words, questions you may have, things that surprise you, etc. (There is a copy of the Annotations Guide on Google Classroom in the section titled "3-Week School Closure to help you complete this assignment).
Due:
Wordly Wise: Lesson 5 Quiz
Please click on the link below to begin your quiz. Make sure to read all directions and answer choices carefully.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: Wednesday March 4, 2020
1. Freedom Walkers: Ch. 2 Summary
Students are responsible for completing a 3-5 sentence summary about Ch. 2 of our class reading by using their Cornell Notes. I will be checking students' work in class on Wednesday for completion.
**** A digital copy of the Ch. 2 notes is available on Google Classroom for any student that may have been absent.
2. Wordly Wise: Lesson 5 Packet
Students are responsible for turning in their completed vocabulary packets on Friday, March 6, 2020. I will be checking student work for completion and we will be correcting answers as a class on Friday.
3. Wordly Wise: L5 Quiz
Students will be taking a vocabulary test for Wordly Wise: Lesson 5 vocab words on Wednesday March 11, 2020. There is an available link on Google Classroom for students to practice their vocabulary words on Quizlet.com in preparation for their quiz.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: Thursday February 27, 2020
Wordly Wise: Lesson 5
Students should complete activity 5A for homework tonight. I will be checking their work for completion tomorrow during their warm-up activity (silent reading).
I will be posting a link to Quizlet for students to use as additional practice for this vocabulary list.
Due:
Homework Reminder: 2/26/20
Homework Due: Thursday February 27, 2020
Wordly Wise: Lesson 5
Students should complete activity 5A for homework tonight. I will be checking their work for completion tomorrow during their warm-up activity (silent reading).
I will be posting a link to Quizlet for students to use as additional practice for this vocabulary list.
Wordly Wise: Lesson 5
Students should complete activity 5A for homework tonight. I will be checking their work for completion tomorrow during their warm-up activity (silent reading).
I will be posting a link to Quizlet for students to use as additional practice for this vocabulary list.
Due:
Assignment
Parent Notification: 2/21/20
Parents were emailed an updated copy of students' Progress Report. Please encourage students to complete any missing assignments as soon as possible in order to receive partial credit for their assignments.
Have a great weekend!
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due Wednesday February 19, 2020
1. Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 Quiz
Students will be taking a Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 quiz tomorrow. They should study their vocabulary words by studying their vocab list.
2. Signed Progress Reports
Students received a Progress Report for the first month of the second semester. Students were responsible for getting a parent signature and turning it by last Wednesday February 12, 2020. Students that did not turn in signed progress report by that date are still responsible for turning it in as soon as possible (students that turn it in late will now receive 8/10 on the assignment).
Due:
Homework Reminder: 2/18/20
Homework Due Wednesday February 19, 2020
1. Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 Quiz
Students will be taking a Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 quiz tomorrow. They should study their vocabulary words by studying their vocab list.
2. Late Reading Logs:
Students were assigned a reading log for the week of 2/11 - 2/17 that was due today, Tuesday February 18, 2020. Students that did not turn in a reading log today should turn in a completed reading log as soon as possible for partial credit (students will lose 10% for late assignments).
3. Signed Progress Reports
Students received a Progress Report for the first month of the second semester. Students were responsible for getting a parent signature and turning it by last Wednesday February 12, 2020. Students that did not turn in signed progress report by that date are still responsible for turning it in as soon as possible (students that turn it in late will now receive 8/10 on the assignment).
1. Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 Quiz
Students will be taking a Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 quiz tomorrow. They should study their vocabulary words by studying their vocab list.
2. Late Reading Logs:
Students were assigned a reading log for the week of 2/11 - 2/17 that was due today, Tuesday February 18, 2020. Students that did not turn in a reading log today should turn in a completed reading log as soon as possible for partial credit (students will lose 10% for late assignments).
3. Signed Progress Reports
Students received a Progress Report for the first month of the second semester. Students were responsible for getting a parent signature and turning it by last Wednesday February 12, 2020. Students that did not turn in signed progress report by that date are still responsible for turning it in as soon as possible (students that turn it in late will now receive 8/10 on the assignment).
Due:
Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 Quiz
Click on the link below to access your test. Make sure to read each question and answer choices carefully.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due Wednesday February 12, 2020
1.Reading Log
Week of: (2/11 - 2/17) due on Tuesday February 18, 2020
2. Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 Test
Students will be taking their vocabulary test on Wednesday February 19, 2020.
Due:
ERUSD 6th Grade ELA Interim Assessment 2
Please click on the link below to access your test.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due Wednesday February 12, 2020
1. Signed Progress Report
Students received an updated progress report for the first month of the second semester. They are responsible for showing their parents/guardians and getting it signed. Parents will also receive a digital copy via email.
2. Study for Wordly Wise test
Students will be taking a vocabulary test on Wednesday February 12, 2020. They should be studying and reviewing their vocabulary packets over the weekend in preparation.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due Wednesday February 12, 2020
1. Signed Progress Report
Students should turn a signed copy of their progress report by Wednesday February 12, 2020 to receive full credit for the assignment. Students that do not turn in the progress report by Wednesday will have a missing assignment on the grade book. Students that turn in the assignment after Wednesday will receive partial credit for the assignment.
1. Signed Progress Report
Students should turn a signed copy of their progress report by Wednesday February 12, 2020 to receive full credit for the assignment. Students that do not turn in the progress report by Wednesday will have a missing assignment on the grade book. Students that turn in the assignment after Wednesday will receive partial credit for the assignment.
2. Wordly Wise Test POSTPONED
Due to the English Language Art District Assessment, the Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 test has been postponed until Wednesday February 19, 2020. Students should be studying their terms until then.
Due:
Homework ReminderL 2/7/20
Homework Due Wednesday February 12, 2020
1. Signed Progress Report
Students received an updated progress report for the first month of the second semester. They are responsible for showing their parents/guardians and getting it signed. Parents will also receive a digital copy via email.
2. Study for Wordly Wise test
Students will be taking a vocabulary test on Wednesday February 12, 2020. They should be studying and reviewing their vocabulary packets over the weekend in preparation.
1. Signed Progress Report
Students received an updated progress report for the first month of the second semester. They are responsible for showing their parents/guardians and getting it signed. Parents will also receive a digital copy via email.
2. Study for Wordly Wise test
Students will be taking a vocabulary test on Wednesday February 12, 2020. They should be studying and reviewing their vocabulary packets over the weekend in preparation.
Due:
Homework Reminders: 2/12/20
Homework Due Wednesday February 12, 2020
1. Signed Progress Report
Students should turn a signed copy of their progress report by Wednesday February 12, 2020 to receive full credit for the assignment. Students that do not turn in the progress report by Wednesday will have a missing assignment on the grade book. Students that turn in the assignment after Wednesday will receive partial credit for the assignment.
2. Wordly Wise Test POSTPONED
Due to the English Language Art District Assessment, the Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 test has been postponed until Wednesday February 19, 2020. Students should be studying their terms until then.
3. Reading Log
Week of: (2/11 - 2/17) due on Tuesday February 18, 2020
1. Signed Progress Report
Students should turn a signed copy of their progress report by Wednesday February 12, 2020 to receive full credit for the assignment. Students that do not turn in the progress report by Wednesday will have a missing assignment on the grade book. Students that turn in the assignment after Wednesday will receive partial credit for the assignment.
2. Wordly Wise Test POSTPONED
Due to the English Language Art District Assessment, the Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 test has been postponed until Wednesday February 19, 2020. Students should be studying their terms until then.
3. Reading Log
Week of: (2/11 - 2/17) due on Tuesday February 18, 2020
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due: Friday February 7, 2020
1. Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 Packet
Students should complete sections 4A-4D by Friday. Students will receive full participation points for completing the packet on time. Their vocabulary test will be on Wednesday February 12, 2020.
2. Submit Short Story - Final Draft
All students must submit their Short Story - Final Drafts on Google Classroom. Students will receive an initial grade for submitting the final draft and a final grade once the short story has been graded. Students that turn in their short story after the deadline (Monday February 3, 2020) will receive a 10% deduction on both grades mentioned above.
Due:
Homework Reminder: 2/4/20
Homework Due: Friday February 7, 2020
1. Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 Packet
Students should complete sections 4A-4D by Friday. Students will receive full participation points for completing the packet on time. Their vocabulary test will be on Wednesday February 12, 2020.
2. Submit Short Story - Final Draft
All students must submit their Short Story - Final Drafts on Google Classroom. Students will receive an initial grade for submitting the final draft and a final grade once the short story has been graded. Students that turn in their short story after the deadline (Monday February 3, 2020) will receive a 10% deduction on both grades mentioned above.
1. Wordly Wise: Lesson 4 Packet
Students should complete sections 4A-4D by Friday. Students will receive full participation points for completing the packet on time. Their vocabulary test will be on Wednesday February 12, 2020.
2. Submit Short Story - Final Draft
All students must submit their Short Story - Final Drafts on Google Classroom. Students will receive an initial grade for submitting the final draft and a final grade once the short story has been graded. Students that turn in their short story after the deadline (Monday February 3, 2020) will receive a 10% deduction on both grades mentioned above.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due Monday February 3, 2020
1. Short Story - Final Draft
Students should submit a completed Final Draft for their short story NO LATER than Monday February 3, 2020 at 4:00pm. Students that submit a Final Draft after that will lose 10% from their original score.
To submit Final Drafts, log into Google Classroom -> Stream, and click on the assignment titled "Short Story - Final Draft Submission".
2. Reading Log (1/24 - 1/30)
Students that did not complete a reading log for the dates mentioned above should make sure to complete and turn it in by Monday February 3, 2020. There will be a 10% deduction from their original score for students that turn it in late.
Due:
Homework Reminder: 1/31/20
Homework Due Monday February 3, 2020
1. Short Story - Final Draft
Students should submit a completed Final Draft for their short story NO LATER than Monday February 3, 2020 at 4:00pm. Students that submit a Final Draft after that will lose 10% from their original score.
To submit Final Drafts, log into Google Classroom -> Stream, and click on the assignment titled "Short Story - Final Draft Submission".
2. Reading Log (1/24 - 1/30)
Students that did not complete a reading log for the dates mentioned above should make sure to complete and turn it in by Monday February 3, 2020. There will be a 10% deduction from their original score for students that turn it in late.
1. Short Story - Final Draft
Students should submit a completed Final Draft for their short story NO LATER than Monday February 3, 2020 at 4:00pm. Students that submit a Final Draft after that will lose 10% from their original score.
To submit Final Drafts, log into Google Classroom -> Stream, and click on the assignment titled "Short Story - Final Draft Submission".
2. Reading Log (1/24 - 1/30)
Students that did not complete a reading log for the dates mentioned above should make sure to complete and turn it in by Monday February 3, 2020. There will be a 10% deduction from their original score for students that turn it in late.
Due:
Short Story - Final Draft Submission
Please make sure to upload your short story document on to this assignment as I will be grading your short stories from here.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due Tuesday January 28, 2020
1.Study for Wordly Wise: Lesson 3 Quiz
Students can prepare for their quiz by studying their vocabulary packets or by using the Quzlet flashcards set linked on to Google Classroom.
2. Reading Log
Students should read for at least 15 minutes each night and complete a reading log summary for each day. The entire reading log will be due on Friday January 31, 2020.
Due:
Homework Reminder: 1/27/20
Homework Due Tuesday January 28, 2020
1.Study for Wordly Wise: Lesson 3 Quiz
Students can prepare for their quiz by studying their vocabulary packets or by using the Quzlet flashcards set linked on to Google Classroom.
2. Reading Log
Students should read for at least 15 minutes each night and complete a reading log summary for each day. The entire reading log will be due on Friday January 31, 2020.
1.Study for Wordly Wise: Lesson 3 Quiz
Students can prepare for their quiz by studying their vocabulary packets or by using the Quzlet flashcards set linked on to Google Classroom.
2. Reading Log
Students should read for at least 15 minutes each night and complete a reading log summary for each day. The entire reading log will be due on Friday January 31, 2020.
Due:
Wordly Wise: Lesson 3 Quiz
Please click on the link below to access your vocabulary quiz. Make sure you read all directions and questions carefully before choosing your answers.
Due:
Assignment
Due Monday January 27, 2020
1. Finished Rough Draft
Students must complete their rough drafts for their short stories BEFORE coming in to class Monday morning. Students that do not complete their rough drafts by then will receive a 10% deduction on the assignment's grade.
2. Reading Log
Students received a reading log that will be due on Friday January 31, 2020. Students must complete the "WEEKEND" reading log before Monday's class.
3. Study Wordly Wise list
Students will have a vocabulary test on Tuesday January 28, 2020. Students should review their vocabulary words regularly by studying their packet or using the Quizlet posted on Google Classroom -> Classwork -> Vocabulary.
Due:
Homework Reminder: 1/24/20
Due Monday January 27, 2020
1. Finished Rough Draft
Students must complete their rough drafts for their short stories BEFORE coming in to class Monday morning. Students that do not complete their rough drafts by then will receive a 10% deduction on the assignment's grade.
2. Reading Log
Students received a reading log that will be due on Friday January 31, 2020. Students must complete the "WEEKEND" reading log before Monday's class.
3. Study Wordly Wise list
Students will have a vocabulary test on Tuesday January 28, 2020. Students should review their vocabulary words regularly by studying their packet or using the Quizlet posted on Google Classroom -> Classwork -> Vocabulary.
1. Finished Rough Draft
Students must complete their rough drafts for their short stories BEFORE coming in to class Monday morning. Students that do not complete their rough drafts by then will receive a 10% deduction on the assignment's grade.
2. Reading Log
Students received a reading log that will be due on Friday January 31, 2020. Students must complete the "WEEKEND" reading log before Monday's class.
3. Study Wordly Wise list
Students will have a vocabulary test on Tuesday January 28, 2020. Students should review their vocabulary words regularly by studying their packet or using the Quizlet posted on Google Classroom -> Classwork -> Vocabulary.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due Friday January 24, 2020:
1. Wordly Wise: Lesson 3 (3C-3D)
Students should complete the rest of their vocabulary packets. They will have a test on these words Tuesday January 28, 2020. Students may access a Quizlet for these words through Google Classroom -> Class work -> Vocabulary for additional practice.
2. Short Story Rough Draft
Students will have time during class this week to work on their rough drafts. Their completed rough drafts are due Friday at the end of class. Students are encouraged to work on the assignment at home as well.
Due:
Homework Reminder
Homework Due Friday January 24, 2020:
1. Wordly Wise: Lesson 3 (3C-3D)
Students should complete the rest of their vocabulary packets. They will have a test on these words Tuesday January 28, 2020. Students may access a Quizlet for these words through Google Classroom -> Class work -> Vocabulary for additional practice.
2. Short Story Rough Draft
Students will have time during class this week to work on their rough drafts. Their completed rough drafts are due Friday at the end of class. Students are encouraged to work on the assignment at home as well.
1. Wordly Wise: Lesson 3 (3C-3D)
Students should complete the rest of their vocabulary packets. They will have a test on these words Tuesday January 28, 2020. Students may access a Quizlet for these words through Google Classroom -> Class work -> Vocabulary for additional practice.
2. Short Story Rough Draft
Students will have time during class this week to work on their rough drafts. Their completed rough drafts are due Friday at the end of class. Students are encouraged to work on the assignment at home as well.
Due:
Assignment
Homework Due Tuesday January 21, 2020
1. Complete the Short Story Outline
Students will begin working out their rough drafts for their short stories on Tuesday so their outlines must be completed before they walk into class.
2. Wordly Wise - 3B (1-6)
Students must finish their warm up activity from Friday's class.
3. Study Wordly Wise vocabulary
Students can either use their vocabulary packets or access their Quizlet through Google Classroom
Due:
Homework Reminder: 1/17/20
Homework Due Tuesday January 21, 2020
1. Complete the Short Story Outline
Students will begin working out their rough drafts for their short stories on Tuesday so their outlines must be completed before they walk into class.
2. Wordly Wise - 3B (1-6)
Students must finish their warm up activity from Friday's class.
3. Study Wordly Wise vocabulary
Students can either use their vocabulary packets or access their Quizlet through Google Classroom
1. Complete the Short Story Outline
Students will begin working out their rough drafts for their short stories on Tuesday so their outlines must be completed before they walk into class.
2. Wordly Wise - 3B (1-6)
Students must finish their warm up activity from Friday's class.
3. Study Wordly Wise vocabulary
Students can either use their vocabulary packets or access their Quizlet through Google Classroom
Due:
Assignment
Syllabus Parent Signature
Students should go over the 2nd Semester Syllabus with parents/guardians. Parent signatures confirming they have read the information on the syllabus are due Friday January 17, 2020.
** A copy of this syllabus can be found on this website and on Google Classroom -> Resources.
Due:
Assignment
Homework due Friday January 17, 2020
1. Signed Syllabus for 2nd semester (Students should go over their syllabus with parents and both should sign indicating their agreement with the classroom policies. Digital copies of the syllabus are available on this site and on Google Classroom under "Resources".)
2. Wordly Wise - 3A
Due:
Homework Reminder - 1/16/20
Homework due Friday January 17, 2020
1. Signed Syllabus for 2nd semester (Students should go over their syllabus with parents and both should sign indicating their agreement with the classroom policies. Digital copies of the syllabus are available on this site and on Google Classroom under "Resources".)
2. Wordly Wise - 3A
1. Signed Syllabus for 2nd semester (Students should go over their syllabus with parents and both should sign indicating their agreement with the classroom policies. Digital copies of the syllabus are available on this site and on Google Classroom under "Resources".)
2. Wordly Wise - 3A
Due:
2nd semester Syllabus Signature
Syllabus Parent Signature
Students should go over the 2nd Semester Syllabus with parents/guardians. Parent signatures confirming they have read the information on the syllabus are due Friday January 17, 2020.
** A copy of this syllabus can be found on this website and on Google Classroom -> Resources.
Students should go over the 2nd Semester Syllabus with parents/guardians. Parent signatures confirming they have read the information on the syllabus are due Friday January 17, 2020.
** A copy of this syllabus can be found on this website and on Google Classroom -> Resources.
Due:
Assignment
1. Finish the Hero's Journey (My Story) handout and turn it in TOMORROW TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17
** This is the last assignment going into the grade book for the semester. Make sure to end the semester with a win!!
Due:
Homework Reminder
1. Finish the Hero's Journey (My Story) handout and turn it in TOMORROW TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17
** This is the last assignment going into the grade book for the semester. Make sure to end the semester with a win!!
** This is the last assignment going into the grade book for the semester. Make sure to end the semester with a win!!
Due:
Assignment
** All grades have been updated!
If you wish to bring up your grade, you have until Friday, December 13th to turn in any Extra Credit. To access all extra credit opportunities, please go to Google Classroom --> Classwork --> Resources.
Homework:
1. Study vocabulary words
a. go over vocab. packet
b. review vocab. words on Quizlet (access through Google Classroom)
Due:
Assignment
**Last day to turn in ANY extra credit is FRIDAY, December 13th! Please make sure that it is in the DROP BOX (located on the table by the door) before 3:00PM.
Homework Due Friday, December 13th:
1. Wordly Wise Packet: Lesson 2
2. Vocabulary Quiz (Wordly Wise: Lesson 2) - STUDY!
** No make up assignments will be accepted at this point. Please turn complete any extra credit if you would like to raise your grade.
Due:
Wordly Wise: Lesson 2 Quiz
Please click on the link below to access your quiz. Make sure to read all questions carefully and choose the best answer choice.
Due:
Homework Reminder
**Last day to turn in ANY extra credit is FRIDAY, December 13th! Please make sure that it is in the DROP BOX (located on the table by the door) before 3:00PM.
Homework Due Friday, December 13th:
1. Wordly Wise Packet: Lesson 2
2. Vocabulary Quiz (Wordly Wise: Lesson 2) - STUDY!
** No make up assignments will be accepted at this point. Please turn complete any extra credit if you would like to raise your grade.
Homework Due Friday, December 13th:
1. Wordly Wise Packet: Lesson 2
2. Vocabulary Quiz (Wordly Wise: Lesson 2) - STUDY!
** No make up assignments will be accepted at this point. Please turn complete any extra credit if you would like to raise your grade.
Due:
Homework Reminder
** All grades have been updated! If you wish to bring up your grade, you have until Friday, December 13th to turn in any Extra Credit. To access all extra credit opportunities, please go to Google Classroom --> Classwork --> Resources.
Homework:
1. Study vocabulary words
a. go over vocab. packet
b. review vocab. words on Quizlet (access through Google Classroom)
Homework:
1. Study vocabulary words
a. go over vocab. packet
b. review vocab. words on Quizlet (access through Google Classroom)
Due:
Assignment
As a reminder, all late work must be completed and turned in by Friday, December 6th in order to receive partial credit.
Parents, you will be receiving emails this weekend with updated Progress Reports. Please encourage your student to complete a much late work as possible.
Hope you have a wonderful break!
Due:
Assignment
**All late work is due this Friday, December 6th by 3:00PM for partial credit.
There is no reading log assigned for this week, students should work hard toward completing all late work. Students may complete one reading log this week for extra credit.
Due:
Assignment
Reminder:
** Last day to turn in any late work for partial credit is TOMORROW Friday, December 6th.
** No reading log this week.
Homework:
Complete section 2B on the Wordly Wise Vocabulary Packet.
Due:
Assignment
Reminder:
** Last day to turn in any late work for partial credit is TOMORROW Friday, December 6th.
** No reading log this week.
Homework:
Complete section 2B on the Wordly Wise Vocabulary Packet.
** Last day to turn in any late work for partial credit is TOMORROW Friday, December 6th.
** No reading log this week.
Homework:
Complete section 2B on the Wordly Wise Vocabulary Packet.
Due:
Assignment
As a reminder, all late work must be completed and turned in by Friday, December 6th in order to receive partial credit. Parents, you will be receiving emails this weekend with updated Progress Reports. Please encourage your student to complete a much late work as possible. Hope you have a wonderful break!
Due:
Assignment
**All late work is due this Friday, December 6th by 3:00PM for partial credit. There is no reading log assigned for this week, students should work hard toward completing all late work. Students may complete one reading log this week for extra credit.
Due:
Assignment
Wordly Wise Packet: Section 2A
Students should circle the two words within each series of words that are antonyms of each other (words that mean the opposite of each other).
Reminders:
** Last day to turn in any late work is this Friday, December 6th for partial credit.
** No reading log was assigned for this week. Students are highly encouraged to continue reading this week as usual. Students may complete a reading log for this week and tun it in for extra credit.
Due:
Assignment
Wordly Wise Packet: Section 2A
Students should circle the two words within each series of words that are antonyms of each other (words that mean the opposite of each other).
Reminders:
** Last day to turn in any late work is this Friday, December 6th for partial credit.
** No reading log was assigned for this week. Students are highly encouraged to continue reading this week as usual. Students may complete a reading log for this week and tun it in for extra credit.
Students should circle the two words within each series of words that are antonyms of each other (words that mean the opposite of each other).
Reminders:
** Last day to turn in any late work is this Friday, December 6th for partial credit.
** No reading log was assigned for this week. Students are highly encouraged to continue reading this week as usual. Students may complete a reading log for this week and tun it in for extra credit.
Due:
Hatchet Test (Ch. 1-19)
Please read each question carefully and choose the best answer.
Due:
Assignment
**No reading log this week**
- students had the opportunity to catch up with their previous reading log this week
1. Survival Guide Visual List
a. Students should come up with a list of 5 items that they believe are necessary for survival (based on chapters 17-18 of Hatchet)
b. Students must draw, label, and color each item on their blank sheet of paper (they received one in class)
c. Students should create one complete sentence for each item, describing why they believe that item is necessary.
** DUE: Friday 11/15/19 **
Due:
Homework Reminder: Due Friday 11/15/19
**No reading log this week**
- students had the opportunity to catch up with their previous reading log this week
1. Survival Guide Visual List
a. Students should come up with a list of 5 items that they believe are necessary for survival (based on chapters 17-18 of Hatchet)
b. Students must draw, label, and color each item on their blank sheet of paper (they received one in class)
c. Students should create one complete sentence for each item, describing why they believe that item is necessary.
- students had the opportunity to catch up with their previous reading log this week
1. Survival Guide Visual List
a. Students should come up with a list of 5 items that they believe are necessary for survival (based on chapters 17-18 of Hatchet)
b. Students must draw, label, and color each item on their blank sheet of paper (they received one in class)
c. Students should create one complete sentence for each item, describing why they believe that item is necessary.
Due:
ERUSD 6th Grade ELA Interim Assessment 1
Please click on the link below and quietly begin your assessment. Try your best please!
Due:
Wordly Wise: Lesson 1 Quiz
Please click on the link below to begin your vocabulary quiz. Make sure to read each question carefully and choose the best answer. Good luck!
Due:
Assignment
NO READING LOG THIS WEEK
Parents, please encourage your student work on any missing assignments they may have instead.
Due:
HATCHET: Chapters 1-5 Quiz
Please click on the link below to access the quiz. Make sure to read all questions and options carefully. Choose the option that best answers each question.
Due:
Assignment
DUE FRIDAY 10/11/19
1. WEEKLY READING LOG
Week of 10/6 - 10/11
2. HATCHET Ch. 1 - 4 Comprehension Questions (REVISED)
Students will be receiving a "guided notes" packet in class tomorrow with all the Hatchet Comprehension questions included. The students will be responsible for "filling in" the answers to these questions in class as we advance in the reading. Whatever the students to not finish in class will then be assigned for homework that day.
** I will be deleting the previous assignment from the grade book on Aeries and Google Classroom. This change in assignment should not affect students' grade negatively.
** Students are no longer responsible for completing the following assignment:
Please access AND turn in the list of questions through Google Classroom -> Class Work -> Hatchet Questions
- Due Tuesday: Ch. 1 questions
- Due Friday: Ch. 2 & 3 questions
- Due: Friday: Ch. 4 questions
* You will have to make a copy of the document in order to be able to type your own answers into to document. Please go to File -> Make a copy
Due:
HW Due 10/11/19
1. WEEKLY READING LOG
Week of 10/6 - 10/11
2. HATCHET Ch. 1 - 4 Comprehension Questions
Students will be receiving a "guided notes" packet in class on Wednesday in which they will be expected to "fill in the blanks" on comprehension statements for Ch. 1-4. The students will have time in class to work on this assignment and anything that they do not complete in class will then be assigned as homework. All 4 chapters should be complete by Friday.
Week of 10/6 - 10/11
2. HATCHET Ch. 1 - 4 Comprehension Questions
Students will be receiving a "guided notes" packet in class on Wednesday in which they will be expected to "fill in the blanks" on comprehension statements for Ch. 1-4. The students will have time in class to work on this assignment and anything that they do not complete in class will then be assigned as homework. All 4 chapters should be complete by Friday.
Due:
Writing Prompt: Jackie & Rachel’s Life-Changing Events Chart
Please make a copy of the document or you won't be able to begin working on it. When you are done, please submit YOUR COPY OF THE DOCUMENT here.
Due:
Assignment
1. Weekly Reading Log
- Please have a parent sign off on your reading log saying that you completed a summary for each day you read at least 15 minutes. It is due Friday 9/27/19 at the beginning of class.
- Please have a parent sign off on your reading log saying that you completed a summary for each day you read at least 15 minutes. It is due Friday 9/27/19 at the beginning of class.
2. Think Questions for "Eleven"
- Answer questions 1-3 on page 48 of your "Turning Points" workbook on a separate sheet of lined paper.
- You do not have to write down the question, you just have to use full sentences to answer the questions.
- Make sure to tell me what paragraph you found your answers in.
- Answer questions 1-3 on page 48 of your "Turning Points" workbook on a separate sheet of lined paper.
- You do not have to write down the question, you just have to use full sentences to answer the questions.
- Make sure to tell me what paragraph you found your answers in.
Due:
HW Due 9/27/19
1. Weekly Reading Log
- Please have a parent sign off on your reading log saying that you completed a summary for each day you read at least 15 minutes. It is due Friday 9/27/19 at the beginning of class.
2. Think Questions for "Eleven"
- Answer questions 1-3 on page 48 of your "Turning Points" workbook on a separate sheet of lined paper.
- You do not have to write down the question, you just have to use full sentences to answer the questions.
- Make sure to tell me what paragraph you found your answers in.
- Please have a parent sign off on your reading log saying that you completed a summary for each day you read at least 15 minutes. It is due Friday 9/27/19 at the beginning of class.
2. Think Questions for "Eleven"
- Answer questions 1-3 on page 48 of your "Turning Points" workbook on a separate sheet of lined paper.
- You do not have to write down the question, you just have to use full sentences to answer the questions.
- Make sure to tell me what paragraph you found your answers in.
Due:
Assignment
1. Reading Log
- read AT LEAST 15 minutes
- complete a summary or reflection on what you read
- get parent signature
2. Annotations for "ELEVEN" (p. 45-47)
- 3 * (important)
- 10 details (underline or highlight)
- 2 ? (questions)
- 5 comments (thoughts while reading the text)
Due:
Annotations for "ELEVEN"
Annotations for "ELEVEN" (p. 45-47)
- 3 * (important)
- 10 details (underline or highlight)
- 2 ? (questions)
- 5 comments (thoughts while reading the text)
- 3 * (important)
- 10 details (underline or highlight)
- 2 ? (questions)
- 5 comments (thoughts while reading the text)
Due:
Assignment
1. Reading Log (Thursday summary) --> 5pts
* students should read at least 15 minutes and complete a summary of what they read for "Thursday"
* The entire reading log (Weekend - Thursday) will be due on Friday 9/20/19 and will be worth 25pts
2. Workshop Wednesday 9/18/19 --> 10pts
Students should complete their Workshop Wednesday packets by Friday (9/20/19). We will be correcting and turning in the packets at the beginning of class.
Due:
Reading Log: Week of 9/15 - 9/19
Students should read AT LEAST 15 minutes each day and complete a summary for each day of reading (5 summaries total).
Students should turn in their completed reading logs on Friday (9/20/19).
Students should turn in their completed reading logs on Friday (9/20/19).
Due:
Assignment
1. Reading Log (Wednesday summary) --> 5pts
* students should read at least 15 minutes and complete a summary of what they read for "Wednesday"
* The entire reading log will be due on Friday 9/20/19 and will be worth 25pts
2. Workshop Wednesday 9/18/19 --> 10pts
Students should complete their Workshop Wednesday packets by Friday (9/20/19). We will be correcting and turning in the packets at the beginning of class.
Due:
Assignment
1. Signed Parent Report (Star 360 reading level report) --> 10pts
2. Reading Log (Tuesday summary) --> 5pts
* students should read at least 15 minutes and complete a summary of what they read for "Tuesday"
* The entire reading log will be due on Friday 9/20/19 and will be worth 25pts
Due:
Parent Report Signature
Please have a parent or guardian sign your Parent Report (Star 360 reading level report). Students will receive a grade for completing this assignment so please turn it in as soon as possible.
Due:
Assignment
1. Signed Parent Report (Star 360 reading level report) --> 10pts
2. Reading Log (Monday summary) --> 5pts
* students should read at least 15 minutes and complete a summary of what they read for "Monday"
* The entire reading log will be due on Friday 9/20/19 and will be worth 25pts
Due:
Assignment
1. Parent signature on "Parent Report" (Start 360 test results)
2. Complete the "Weekend" section of the Weekly Reading Log
* Students are only required to read ONCE during the weekend for 15 minutes and complete ONE entry on their reading log during the weekend.
Due:
Homework - 9/13/19
1. Parent signature on "Parent Report" (Start 360 test results) - 10pts
2. Complete the "Weekend" section of the Weekly Reading Log - 5pts (each day)
* Students are only required to read ONCE during the weekend for 15 minutes and complete ONE entry on their reading log during the weekend.
2. Complete the "Weekend" section of the Weekly Reading Log - 5pts (each day)
* Students are only required to read ONCE during the weekend for 15 minutes and complete ONE entry on their reading log during the weekend.
Due:
Assignment
Write a 5-7 sentence summary about your favorite book using the 1-Hand Summary Guide. Check the assignment "Favorite Book Summary" on Google Classroom to find an image of the 1-Hand Summary Guide.
Due: tomorrow, Friday the 13th
Due:
Favorite Book Summary
Homework:
Using your notes about summaries and the 1-Hand Summary Guide, write a summary about your favorite book or about the most recent book you have read. The summary should be 5-7 sentences long. Please complete this assignment on a separate sheet of paper.
Using your notes about summaries and the 1-Hand Summary Guide, write a summary about your favorite book or about the most recent book you have read. The summary should be 5-7 sentences long. Please complete this assignment on a separate sheet of paper.
Due:
Assignment
No Homework
Due:
Start 360 Quick Write
Question:
If the internet were to crash forever, what would the benefits be for you? The drawbacks?
Open a new Google Doc, title it "Start 360 Quick Write" and answer the question above. You should write 4-8 sentences in COMPLETE SENTENCES.
If the internet were to crash forever, what would the benefits be for you? The drawbacks?
Open a new Google Doc, title it "Start 360 Quick Write" and answer the question above. You should write 4-8 sentences in COMPLETE SENTENCES.
Due:
Reflection Questions
Students, please use complete sentences to answer these questions on a separate sheet pf paper. they will be due tomorrow in class.
Due:
Elementary vs. Middle School Paragraphs (Turn in)
Please turn your paragraph in here.
Make sure you include AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENCES for each school in your paragraph.
Please use transitional words/phrases when changing from one school to the next.
Use the outline below to help you write your paragraph. There are examples of sentence starters you are welcome to use on your paragraph.
Make sure you include AT LEAST 3 DIFFERENCES for each school in your paragraph.
Please use transitional words/phrases when changing from one school to the next.
Use the outline below to help you write your paragraph. There are examples of sentence starters you are welcome to use on your paragraph.
Due:
Binder Check
Students, please remember to organize your binders so that they are ready to go for our Binder Check on Friday. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me in class tomorrow.
Due:
Workshop Wednesday Packets
Students, please remember to complete all of your packet assigned for Workshop Wednesday. We will go over the Vocabulary portion tomorrow (Thursday) in class.
If you would like my help completing this assignment, feel free to stop by after school on Thursday.
If you would like my help completing this assignment, feel free to stop by after school on Thursday.