Language & Literature 1 (DL 2020-21)-Period 7 Assignments

Instructor
Mrs. Mary Munoz
Term
2020-2021 School Year
Department
Language Arts
Description
Sixth grade students will learn the elements of language and literature which include: reading literature and informational text, responding to different genres of literature and informational texts, poetry, literary devices, vocabulary development, spelling, grammar, punctuation, speaking, listening, and writing for multiple purposes.

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Friday 1/22 Beginner Review 1 in Google Classroom

Friday 1/22 Beginner Review 1

Please complete the Beginner Review typing lesson.

To view your assignment go to https://www.typing.com/student/login

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Wednesday 1/20 Inauguration Word Find  in Google Classroom

Wednesday 1/20 Inauguration Word Find

1. Use the word "inaugurate" to create as many other words as possible remember to use only letters in the word
inaugurate to make other words'
2. Example: great this word can be generated from the inaugurate.

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Wednesday 1/13 Chapter 9 - Think Questions ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ“–    in Google Classroom

Wednesday 1/13 Chapter 9 - Think Questions ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ“–

Work with your assigned partner to complete the Think Questions, remember to use the R.A.C.E format.

The R.A.C.E poster is in your notebook (it should have been copied there) or you can use the document attached to remind you of the steps.

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Friday 1/15 What is your New Year resolution for 2021? in Google Classroom

Friday 1/15 What is your New Year resolution for 2021?

Answer the reflection question by restating the question in your response. Write three details about how you will achieve or work on your resolution. End with a concluding sentence.

You should have 5 sentences for your response.

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Monday 1/11 Know Thou Words: Ch 9 pg 96-100 in Google Classroom

Monday 1/11 Know Thou Words: Ch 9 pg 96-100

Define these key words from Ch 9 "I Am Given A Quest" on a T chart in your notebook.

resident
steered
muttering
resented
tunics
crevice
verdict

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Wednesday 12/16 Word Fun Wednesday! in Google Classroom

Wednesday 12/16 Word Fun Wednesday!

Find all the synonyms for the word clever. Chose 10 words to use in sentences that have no less than 10 words. This means each sentence has 10 words or more. Each sentence must have a subject that does not start with "I" as the subject.

EXAMPLE:

I was adept when playing the chess game. NO

Mr. Mason played adeptly during the chess tournament . YES

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Google Classroom Codes 2020-21 Language & Literature in Google Classroom

Google Classroom Codes 2020-21 Language & Literature



To view your assignment go to https://www.typing.com/student/login

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Monday 12/14 Reading: Rockefeller Christmas Tree in Google Classroom

Monday 12/14 Reading: Rockefeller Christmas Tree

We will read an informational text about the Rockefeller Tree in New York. Then we will answer some questions about it. Please respond using complete sentences. After writing, decorate your slides to look holiday themed. You may add backgrounds, change the font colors and add pictures. Just make sure your writing is visible.

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Reading Log: Week of Dec 7th in Google Classroom

Reading Log: Week of Dec 7th

Remember to read 20 to 30 minutes daily. Use Epic or a book you have at home. We will get a lesson on the new MyOn log on this week.

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Wednesday 12/9 Grammar: Antonyms and Synonyms in Google Classroom

Wednesday 12/9 Grammar: Antonyms and Synonyms

Complete the practice sheet by clicking on the link below. PLEASE remember to turn in your document. I can not view it unless you click on the turn in button.

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12/11 Fun Friday Word Work! in Google Classroom

12/11 Fun Friday Word Work!

1. Play the antonym and synonym word game.
2. Submit as done when game is complete.
3. PIN 03739561

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Monday 12/7 Reading: Read Non-Fiction  in Google Classroom

Monday 12/7 Reading: Read Non-Fiction

1. Choose the 620L level at the upper right hand corner of the page before you begin.
2. Read the article and take the quiz.
3. Remember to go back to article and find evidence when answering the questions.
4. Always read the question twice before you answer.

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Wednesday 12/2 Chapter 8 The Lightning Thief: We Capture A Flag ๐Ÿšฉ in Google Classroom

Wednesday 12/2 Chapter 8 The Lightning Thief: We Capture A Flag ๐Ÿšฉ

1. Read along to audio of Ch 8 pgs 82 - 96.
2. Answer "Think Questions" on document.
3. Remember go back and reread if you do not recall the information.

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Friday 12/4 Vocabulary Square: The Lightning Thief Ch 8-9 in Google Classroom

Friday 12/4 Vocabulary Square: The Lightning Thief Ch 8-9

1. Complete your own vocabulary square.
2. Use the link to create your vocabulary square using one of the words from chapter 8-9.
3. Follow the directions on Slide 1
4. Try your best.

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Monday 11/30 The Lightning Thief: Chapter 8 - 9 Vocabulary in Google Classroom

Monday 11/30 The Lightning Thief: Chapter 8 - 9 Vocabulary

๐Ÿ˜Š Great job to you for trying your best on The 6th Grade ELA District Interim Assessment
1. Please practice the vocabulary for chapters 8-9 by using the Quizlet activity.
2. Fill out the Google form after you finish practicing.
3. Remember to submit your form.

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20-21 DL ERUSD 6th Grade ELA Interim Assessment 1   in Google Classroom

20-21 DL ERUSD 6th Grade ELA Interim Assessment 1

Please follow the link to complete this Illuminate Assessment

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Monday 11/23 Reading: Ch 7 "My Dinner Goes Up In Smoke" in Google Classroom

Monday 11/23 Reading: Ch 7 "My Dinner Goes Up In Smoke"

1. Read pgs 71-82.
2. Focus on main idea or central idea of the chapter.
3. Summarize the chapter to identify or recall the central idea.
4. Complete graphic organizer to summarize chapter 7.

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Reading Log: Week of November 16th in Google Classroom

Reading Log: Week of November 16th

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Friday 11/20 Chapter 6 "I Become Supreme Lord of the Bathroom"  in Google Classroom

Friday 11/20 Chapter 6 "I Become Supreme Lord of the Bathroom"

1. Read pages 64-70
2. Use Quizlet to review comprehension questions.
3. Answer comprehension questions in your Language & Literature notebook.

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Wednesday 11/18 Central Idea and Theme: The Lightning Thief  in Google Classroom

Wednesday 11/18 Central Idea and Theme: The Lightning Thief

1. Complete Chapter 6 and Chapter 7.
2. Focus on identifying main idea/central idea of chapters.
3. Create some topics to begin forming theme(s) found in our novel.

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Monday 11/16 Theme: The Lightning Thief Ch 5 "I Become a Supreme Lord if the Bathroom" in Google Classroom

Monday 11/16 Theme: The Lightning Thief Ch 5 "I Become a Supreme Lord if the Bathroom"

1. Take notes on theme: What is Theme?(Google Slides).
2. Read Chapter 5 pg 56 - 70.
3. Turn in notes, this means take a picture of the notes you wrote on Theme.
4. Begin reading log.

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Reading Log: Week of November 9th in Google Classroom

Reading Log: Week of November 9th

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Friday 11/13 Quiz Time! Key Vocabulary: Novel Ch 4 Words ๐Ÿ”‘ in Google Classroom

Friday 11/13 Quiz Time! Key Vocabulary: Novel Ch 4 Words ๐Ÿ”‘

1. Take the quiz on key vocabulary words we studied last week.
2. Look over the study you had assigned on MONDAY 11/9.
3. Remember to turn in your quiz today.

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Monday 11/9 Read Ch 5 "I Play Pinochle With A Horse" /Understand Theme in Google Classroom

Monday 11/9 Read Ch 5 "I Play Pinochle With A Horse" /Understand Theme

1. Understand theme in our novel, so far. (You will need notebook to take notes)
2. Read chapter 5, we will put it on today's reading log.
3. Remember to study vocabulary words from Ch 4-use quizlet (from review on Friday!) or use Study Guide below.
4. MAKE SURE YOUR MONDAY 11/9 READING LOG ENTRY IS DONE, please have it complete by Nov 10th. ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

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Reading Log: Week of November 2nd in Google Classroom

Reading Log: Week of November 2nd

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Wednesday 11/4 Reading Ch 4 "My Mother Teaches Me Bullfighting" in Google Classroom

Wednesday 11/4 Reading Ch 4 "My Mother Teaches Me Bullfighting"

1. Think about vocabulary: Key words in this chapter to help your understanding.
2. Define and key words in notebook.
3. Reread chapter 4, put it on today's reading log.
4. If time permits will define and discuss theme.

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Friday 11/6 Practice Key Vocabulary: Ch 4 "My Mother Teaches Me Bullfighting" in Google Classroom

Friday 11/6 Practice Key Vocabulary: Ch 4 "My Mother Teaches Me Bullfighting"

1. Use Quizlet App to practice vocabulary words.
2. Practice: *Flashcards
*Learn
*Match
3. Complete the Google Form after you practice your words.

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Monday 11/2 NewsELA article in Google Classroom

Monday 11/2 NewsELA article

1. Read article "Making Election Day a Holiday".
2. Go to Clever and find Newsela app. Click and read the article.
3. Identify or explain the main idea of the article.
4. Make sure to take the quiz after reading.
5. Please complete the Google form after reading the article. Return work before deadline, your grade depends on it.

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Reading Log: Week of October 26th in Google Classroom

Reading Log: Week of October 26th

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Wednesday 10/28 Making Inferences/The Lightning Thief in Google Classroom

Wednesday 10/28 Making Inferences/The Lightning Thief

1. Finish/complete Close Read of Ch 3
2. Answer Focus Question 1-2 using RACE strategy.
3. Proofread work/writing check for understanding. Take a picture of your responses and please turn in on time.
4. Work on Reading Log, remember to use MyOn or Epic for reading choices.

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Friday 10/30  Inferences Review in Google Classroom

Friday 10/30 Inferences Review

1. Review notes on Making Inferences.
2. Complete Inference worksheet.
3. Turn in your work.
4. Finish Weekly Reading Log.

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Monday 10/26 Close Read Ch 3 "The Lightning Thief" in Google Classroom

Monday 10/26 Close Read Ch 3 "The Lightning Thief"

1. Read pgs 32-35 and annotate or take note of what is happening in the story to the main character.
2. Copy annotations that are in purple pen during class discussion.
3. Listen to video on inferences. Copy notes in notebook that are attached below.
4. Take picture of notes and attach as your assignment.
5. Begin your weekly reading log.

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 Reading Log: Week of October 19th in Google Classroom

Reading Log: Week of October 19th

Read 20-30 minutes daily and record on our Daily Reading Log slides.

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Wednesday 10/21 "The Lightning Thief" Chapter 3 (continued)/Think Questions 1-4 โšก๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ in Google Classroom

Wednesday 10/21 "The Lightning Thief" Chapter 3 (continued)/Think Questions 1-4 โšก๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ

1. Complete reading chapter 3 pgs 33-35 (StudySync book).
2. Annotate or create notes of what you are reading on workbook.
3.,Use notes to answer the Think Questions pg 35.
4. Go back to document on Monday to type your answers from notebook.

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Friday 10/23 Percy Jackson/Complete Ch 3 "Grover Unexpectedly Loses His Plants" in Google Classroom

Friday 10/23 Percy Jackson/Complete Ch 3 "Grover Unexpectedly Loses His Plants"

1. Read pgs 31-32, check for your own understanding when you read.
2. Complete character profile- write five facts about Percy Jackson.
3. Proof read your work, check spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
4. Please turn in your work on time.

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Monday 10/19  "The Lightning Thief" Ch 3 in Google Classroom

Monday 10/19 "The Lightning Thief" Ch 3

1. Read excerpt in StudySync from chapter 3 "Grover Unexpectedly Loses His Pants".
2. Use textual evidence to answer questions.
3. Answer questions 1-4 pg 35.

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Reading Log: Week of October 12th in Google Classroom

Reading Log: Week of October 12th

Read 20 - 30 minutes everyday. Chose a book from epic, MyOn, and/or a book you have at home to read. Remember you can reserve books at our public library to pick up or order books on line to have delivered to your house! Complete your Reading Log by Monday!
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Monday 10/12 The Lightning Thief Chapter 1 / Sign On to MyOn ๐Ÿ“˜ in Google Classroom

Monday 10/12 The Lightning Thief Chapter 1 / Sign On to MyOn ๐Ÿ“˜

1. Read Chapter 1 I Accidently Vaporize My Pre-algebra Teacher
2. Answer study questions 1-2. WE ARE STARTING THIS IN CLASS, HOWEVER WE WILL TURN IT IN DURING WEDNESDAY
MEET.
3. Read 20 minutes, complete reading log. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS TODAY.

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Wednesday 10/14 The Lightning Thief Chapter 1 & 2 ๐Ÿ“˜ in Google Classroom

Wednesday 10/14 The Lightning Thief Chapter 1 & 2 ๐Ÿ“˜

1. Continue read Ch. 1 "The Lightning Thief".
2. Complete Study Questions 1-2 using R.A.C.E strategy in notebook.
3. Turn in Study Questions 1-2 (Go to Monday assignment to turn in your document.)
4. Read 20-30 minutes, complete reading log.
5. Take picture of Study Question responses that you wrote in ELA notebook.

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Friday 10/16  "The Lightning Thief" Ch 2 Three Old Ladies Knit the Socks of Death ๐Ÿงฆ in Google Classroom

Friday 10/16 "The Lightning Thief" Ch 2 Three Old Ladies Knit the Socks of Death ๐Ÿงฆ

1. Listen to the audio of chapter 2 from the novel "The Lightning Thief".
2. Follow audio using your digital copy of "The Lightning Thief".
3. After you have listened to the audio of chapter 2 complete the short activity on the Google document attached below.

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Wednesday 10/7 Responding to Literature /Close Reading๐Ÿค— in Google Classroom

Wednesday 10/7 Responding to Literature /Close Reading๐Ÿค—

1. Read the article "Now That's Gross", answer 1-2 in NB
2. Use the R.A.C.E reading strategy to respond to the article, copy answers in notebook.
3. Take picture of answers and turn in for today's assignment.
4. Read Chapter 3 from the Fictional Novel "The Lighting Thief" in StudySync workbook pg 31-35.

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Friday 10/9 Reading Strategy R.A.C.E Review ๐Ÿ‘ in Google Classroom

Friday 10/9 Reading Strategy R.A.C.E Review ๐Ÿ‘

1. Read your R.A.C.E poster in your notebook or in Google Classroom.
2. Play the Kahoot challege game.
3. Use PIN 09007039
4. Use a name I recognize.

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Monday 10/5 Reading Blast: Ancient Realms and Reading Strategy for RTI ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿฝโ€๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿฝโ€๐ŸŽ“ in Google Classroom

Monday 10/5 Reading Blast: Ancient Realms and Reading Strategy for RTI ๐Ÿ‘ฉ๐Ÿฝโ€๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ‘จ๐Ÿฝโ€๐ŸŽ“

1. Complete Ancient Realms The Big Idea blast in StudySync.
Driving question-How does history inform and inspire us?
2. Read the article "Now That's Gross"
3. Copy R.A.C.E poster in your notebook.
4. Send picture of your poster.

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Friday 10/2 Figurative Language Fun in Google Classroom

Friday 10/2 Figurative Language Fun

1. Please review your notes in your notebook
on Metaphors and Similes.
2, Play the Kahoot game to practice your
skills.
3. Use PIN 09982418

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Monday 9/28 Metaphors and Similes: Poetry Notebook ๐ŸŽง in Google Classroom

Monday 9/28 Metaphors and Similes: Poetry Notebook ๐ŸŽง

1. Read key vocabulary words (they will be on the Google slide presentation).
2. Read "Poetry Notebook" Google slides.
3. Write your notes on slide 4 and 5 (We will work on more next class Meet).
4. Study vocabulary words from Poetry Notebook.
****Copy each word and definition in your Language & Literature notebook.*****
5. Take a picture of your vocabulary words and attach it to your assignment.

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Wednesday 9/30 Poetry Analysis: Metaphor & Simile  in Google Classroom

Wednesday 9/30 Poetry Analysis: Metaphor & Simile

1. Analyze "My Heart's a Stereo" & "Willow & Gingko"
2. Takes notes in class use them to complete slide 4-5.
3. Complete slide 4-5.
4. Turn in your Poetry Notebook.

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Wednesday 9/23 Accelerated Reader-Take Renaissance Test ๐Ÿ˜Ž
                              Complete Reading Log  ๐Ÿค— in Google Classroom

Wednesday 9/23 Accelerated Reader-Take Renaissance Test ๐Ÿ˜Ž Complete Reading Log ๐Ÿค—

1. Sign on to Clever by starting at our RMS website.
2. Click on Renaissance (Green and Blue "R" tile or icon) to complete AR TEST.
3. Choose a book to read for 20 minutes by FRIDAY.
4. Review and understand Reading Log
5. Complete Reading Log.

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Friday 9/25 Reflection Question: Would you rather own a dog or a cat?๐Ÿ˜บ๐Ÿถ in Google Classroom

Friday 9/25 Reflection Question: Would you rather own a dog or a cat?๐Ÿ˜บ๐Ÿถ

Answer the question using a complete sentence as your topic.

I would rather own a dog.
OR
I would rather own a cat.

Give three details and have a concluding sentence. Use transition words to keep your writing organized (first of all, in addition, also, lastly,)
Your response should be 5 sentences. Check spelling and grammar.

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Monday 9/21 Metaphors & Similes ๐Ÿงธ in Google Classroom

Monday 9/21 Metaphors & Similes ๐Ÿงธ

1. Reviewed your notes on Metaphors and Similes that we took during the Google Slide presentation.
2. Complete the assignment Metaphor and Simile Sorting Activity to practice what you have learned.
3. You will type the metaphors and similes under the correct column. Go back to the presentation to help you if needed
and remember turn in the document for your completed assignment.

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Friday 9/18 Word Splash ๐Ÿ˜Ž in Google Classroom

Friday 9/18 Word Splash ๐Ÿ˜Ž

1. Finish StudySync Readiness Test for Reading.
2. Complete Word Splash when you are done with your test. Read the directions and have fun with words!

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Wednesday 9/16 StudySync 6th Grade Readiness Test ๐Ÿ˜ƒ in Google Classroom

Wednesday 9/16 StudySync 6th Grade Readiness Test ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

1.Today we will take a reading test to help us understand the reading skills you are proficient in as a sixth grade student.
2. We will sign in using Clever on the RMS website.
3. McGraw Hill app will be the starting point to check into StudySync site.
4. Follow directions carefully and put questions in chat or raise your hand if you need help.
5. Try your best.
6. If you finish early, work on assignments upcoming or missing.

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Monday 9/14 Presentations / Emails in Google Classroom

Monday 9/14 Presentations / Emails

1. Practice writing a professional email.
2. Have slides ready for presentation and practice being a good audience.
3. Read 20 minutes. Use the attached form to share what you have read.

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Friday 9/11 Reflection Question: What is your greatest talent? in Google Classroom

Friday 9/11 Reflection Question: What is your greatest talent?

Answer the question in a complete sentence. Support your answer by describing your talent with at least three(or more) details. End your response with a concluding sentence. Your short answer will be graded for content. It SHOULD be five sentences to get full credit. ๐Ÿ˜ฎ

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Wednesday 9/9 Digital Student Profile Presentations ๐Ÿ‘ฆ๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿฝ in Google Classroom

Wednesday 9/9 Digital Student Profile Presentations ๐Ÿ‘ฆ๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿฝ

1. Practice using speaking skills by presenting Digital Student Profile Google
Slides.
2. Understand expectations during presentations.

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Wednesday 9/2  Digital Student Profile (FINAL COPY)โ—€  in Google Classroom

Wednesday 9/2 Digital Student Profile (FINAL COPY)โ—€

1. Complete the last TWO slides of the digital profile you started on MONDAY. ๐ŸŽฅ
2. Make sure you complete each section of the slide.๐Ÿ“ฐ
3. Use complete sentences and correct spelling.๐Ÿ“ข
4. Each section on each slide should have 3 complete sentences. ๐Ÿ“ข
5. FOURTH slide should include interesting details about your family life
and information about people you look up to as role models or heroes
that influence your life. ๐Ÿ˜€
6. FIFTH slide write about your proudest moment(s) and how you learn best as
as a student this means describe what helps you be the best!๐Ÿค—
7. PROOFREAD or go over what you have written to make sure it makes sense to
the reader. ๐Ÿค”

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Friday 9/4 Reflection Question: If you could be any 
                   animal, what would it be and why? ๐Ÿฆ’ in Google Classroom

Friday 9/4 Reflection Question: If you could be any animal, what would it be and why? ๐Ÿฆ’

Answer the question in a complete sentence. Support your answer by giving three reasons or more that explain why you would be that animal. End your response with a concluding sentence. Your short answer will be graded for content. It SHOULD be five sentences to get full credit. ๐Ÿ˜ฎ

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Monday 8/31 My Student Profile in Google Classroom

Monday 8/31 My Student Profile

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Friday 8/28 Distance Learning and Google Classroom Expectations โญ in Google Classroom

Friday 8/28 Distance Learning and Google Classroom Expectations โญ

1. Review RMS Distance Learning Matrix in the Class Materials section of our Google Classroom. ๐Ÿค—
2. Think about the ways we are using Google Classroom for 2020-2021. ๐Ÿคจ
3. AFTER your review complete the Distance Learning and Google Classroom Expectations Kahoot Game below! ๐Ÿคฉ
4. Click on link and use PIN 04009606 to log on. ๐Ÿ™ƒ
5. Use your name to log on in a fun way so I know you played! ๐Ÿง

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Wednesday 8/26 Journal Favorite Foods ๐Ÿ‰ in Google Classroom

Wednesday 8/26 Journal Favorite Foods ๐Ÿ‰

1. Write a half page about your favorite foods.
2. Include three or more foods that are your favorite.
3. Use transition words.

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 Monday 8/24 About Me Video ๐ŸŽฌ in Google Classroom

Monday 8/24 About Me Video ๐ŸŽฌ

1. Create an introduction video of yourself using your chrome book.
2. Remember to tell me:
-Your name
-What school you promoted from last school year
-Something fun you did this summer
-An interesting fact about yourself
3. Record yourself and save the file.
4. Upload it to this assignment.
5. If you need help join back to the Meet before class is over and we will figure it out.