Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of December 17, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*This week, we will focus on reviewing Ch. 12 and discussing current events.
*We’ll read the Jr. Scholastic news magazine for our current events information. Students will not be allowed to bring the magazine home because I only have one class set. They will bring home notes and a Quick Quiz handout on Thursday to use as a study guide for our Newsbowl current events competition on Friday.
*Because of time constraints we will not complete the previously mentioned, Ch. 12 map activity.
*All students will complete the Geography Bee first round questionnaire. Only students wishing to participate in the Geography Bee, will be scored. It will be held after vacation.
Monday, December 17–
Read & discuss Senate Approves New Attorney General p. 4 and Kids and Concussions p. 6
Complete Quick Quiz questions for Kids and Concussions
Begin Ch. 12 worksheets p. 51 & p. 52
Homework: Finish Ch. 12 worksheets –due Tuesday
Tuesday, December 18–
Review homework
Read & discuss Count Me In! pp. 8-9 and answer Quick Quiz questions
Homework: None
Wednesday, December 19–
Geography Bee Questionnaire
Read and discuss Meltdown: Greenland pp. 10 -12 and complete Quick Quiz questions
Homework: None
Thursday, December 20–
Review Geography Bee questionnaire
Read & discuss What is Islam? pp. 14-15 and complete Quick Quiz questions
Homework: Complete Greenland’s Map Search questions
Friday, December 21–
Newsbowl Competition
Homework: None. Enjoy your winter break!
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Language Arts/Reading Syllabus: Week of December 17, 2007
Team 6-3 Ms. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of December 17, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o The students will have a vocabulary test over chapters 12-20 on Wednesday, December 19.
o Students will take a Red Fern Comprehension Test on Thursday, December 20.
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Wednesday, January 9. Be sure to read over winter break!
o Differentiation projects are due on Friday, December 21.
o The student Council is requesting gently used books for their Book Drive; it ends on 12/20.
Monday, December 17
Spelling Lesson 28: Pre-Test
Review Ch. 14-16 Vocabulary
Read and Discuss Chapter 18
Chapter 16-18 Comprehension Questions
Homework: Spelling Lesson 28: Part A (page 123)
Tuesday, December 18
Review Ch. 16-18 Vocabulary
Do Chapter 19-20 Vocabulary
Begin Reading and Discussing Chapters 19-20
Cloze Vocabulary Review
Homework: Finish reading Ch 19-20, if necessary
Chapter 19-20 Comprehension Questions.
Study for your chapter 12-20 vocabulary test.
Wednesday, December 19
Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test
Review Where the Red Fern Grows
Spelling Lesson 28: Part B (pages 123-124)
Homework: Study for Red Fern Comprehension Test
Thursday, December 20
Where the Red Fern Grows Comprehension Test
Write a short chapter about what happened after Ch. 20 for Where the Red Fern Grows- due Friday. Chapter 21 should be 1 pg Min- 2 pg Max and must be double spaced, if typed.
Spelling Review
Homework: Study for Spelling Test. Finish writing Chapter 21 for Where the Red Fern Grows- due tomorrow
Friday, December 21
Spelling Lesson 28: Post Test
Present Chapter 21 of Where the Red Fern Grows
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WINTER BREAK! I will see you next year!
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of December 17, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o The students will have a vocabulary test over chapters 12-20 on Wednesday, December 19.
o Students will take a Red Fern Comprehension Test on Thursday, December 20.
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Wednesday, January 9. Be sure to read over winter break!
o Differentiation projects are due on Friday, December 21.
o The student Council is requesting gently used books for their Book Drive; it ends on 12/20.
Monday, December 17
Spelling Lesson 28: Pre-Test
Review Ch. 14-16 Vocabulary
Read and Discuss Chapter 18
Chapter 16-18 Comprehension Questions
Homework: Spelling Lesson 28: Part A (page 123)
Tuesday, December 18
Review Ch. 16-18 Vocabulary
Do Chapter 19-20 Vocabulary
Begin Reading and Discussing Chapters 19-20
Cloze Vocabulary Review
Homework: Finish reading Ch 19-20, if necessary
Chapter 19-20 Comprehension Questions.
Study for your chapter 12-20 vocabulary test.
Wednesday, December 19
Chapter 12-20 Vocabulary Test
Review Where the Red Fern Grows
Spelling Lesson 28: Part B (pages 123-124)
Homework: Study for Red Fern Comprehension Test
Thursday, December 20
Where the Red Fern Grows Comprehension Test
Write a short chapter about what happened after Ch. 20 for Where the Red Fern Grows- due Friday. Chapter 21 should be 1 pg Min- 2 pg Max and must be double spaced, if typed.
Spelling Review
Homework: Study for Spelling Test. Finish writing Chapter 21 for Where the Red Fern Grows- due tomorrow
Friday, December 21
Spelling Lesson 28: Post Test
Present Chapter 21 of Where the Red Fern Grows
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WINTER BREAK! I will see you next year!
Monday, December 10, 2007
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of December 10, 2007
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of December 10, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
* Last week, there was an error regarding the date the Greek Connections project is due. The correct due date of the Greek Connections project is Tuesday, December 11, 2007. Sorry for the error.
*There are a group of four students in each class that is planning an Olympic activity for their peers. They will present their activity on Wednesday to their class. Our Olympics will be held in the afternoon on Thursday, December 12th.
Monday, December 10–
Computer work time in Media Center
Homework: Finish project –due Tuesday
Tuesday, December 11–
Presentations - Greek Achievements and Connections
Homework: None
Wednesday, December 12–
Finish Presentations - Greek Achievements and Connections
Homework - Define vocabulary pp. 193-196: Hellenistic Age, hostage, phalanx, alliances,
Demosthenes and orator
Thursday, December 13–
Review vocabulary homework
Introduce Ch. 12 and read pp. 193-196
Homework: Finish reading Ch. 12 pp. 196-200
Define vocabulary: barbaroi, breakwaters, factories, emigrated
Friday, December 14–
Olympic Awards Ceremony
Review homework
Map Activity
Homework: Finish map activity, if necessary
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of December 10, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
* Last week, there was an error regarding the date the Greek Connections project is due. The correct due date of the Greek Connections project is Tuesday, December 11, 2007. Sorry for the error.
*There are a group of four students in each class that is planning an Olympic activity for their peers. They will present their activity on Wednesday to their class. Our Olympics will be held in the afternoon on Thursday, December 12th.
Monday, December 10–
Computer work time in Media Center
Homework: Finish project –due Tuesday
Tuesday, December 11–
Presentations - Greek Achievements and Connections
Homework: None
Wednesday, December 12–
Finish Presentations - Greek Achievements and Connections
Homework - Define vocabulary pp. 193-196: Hellenistic Age, hostage, phalanx, alliances,
Demosthenes and orator
Thursday, December 13–
Review vocabulary homework
Introduce Ch. 12 and read pp. 193-196
Homework: Finish reading Ch. 12 pp. 196-200
Define vocabulary: barbaroi, breakwaters, factories, emigrated
Friday, December 14–
Olympic Awards Ceremony
Review homework
Map Activity
Homework: Finish map activity, if necessary
Language Arts/Reading Syllabus: Week of December 10, 2007
Team 6-3 Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of December 10, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Report cards were given to students on Dec. 7th; please be sure to review and sign your child’s report card.
o Students will take a chapter 1-11 vocabulary test on Tuesday, December 11. The students will have a vocabulary test over chapters 12-20 on Wednesday, December 19.
o Students will take a Red Fern Comprehension Test on Thursday, December 20.
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Wednesday, January 9.
o Last week I offered a differentiation opportunity to selected students who have exhibited the ability to work independently and produce outstanding products. They will be required to complete the novel Where the Red Fern Grows by Tues., Dec. 11th ,and pass a comprehension test, with a 90% or higher. Students are still expected to complete the vocabulary activities and odd questions in the packet, but it will not be due until Dec.17. Students participating in the differentiated activities will receive a variety of projects to complete this week that will be due on Fri., Dec. 21.
o Our advisories have adopted a family in order to provide holiday gifts for families or senior citizens. Students are asked to contribute money to purchase the items for the family. Please check with your child regarding how much money is requested.
o The student Council is requesting gently used books for their Book Drive; it ends on 12/20.
Monday, December 10
Chapter 11 POP QUIZ
Chapter 11 Comprehension Questions
Chapter 12-13 Vocabulary
Read and Discuss Chapter 12
Homework: Chapter 12-13 Comprehension Questions #1-5. Study for the Chapter 1-11 vocabulary test.
Tuesday, December 11
Chapter 1-11 Vocabulary Test
Read and Discuss Chapter 13
Chapter 12-13 Comprehension Questions # 6-10
Homework: Figures of Speech with Local Flavor
Wednesday, December 12
Chapter 14-15 Vocabulary
Read & discuss Chapter 14
Drawing of Figures of Speech with Local Flavor
Venn Diagram
Homework: Read Chapter 15 and complete Chapter 14-15 Comprehension Questions
Thursday, December 13
Olympics
Homework: Read Chapter 16
Friday, December 14
Chapter 15-16 POP QUIZ
Chapter 16-18 Vocabulary,
Read and Discuss Ch. 17, complete questions (# 1-4)
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC weekend!
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of December 10, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Report cards were given to students on Dec. 7th; please be sure to review and sign your child’s report card.
o Students will take a chapter 1-11 vocabulary test on Tuesday, December 11. The students will have a vocabulary test over chapters 12-20 on Wednesday, December 19.
o Students will take a Red Fern Comprehension Test on Thursday, December 20.
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Wednesday, January 9.
o Last week I offered a differentiation opportunity to selected students who have exhibited the ability to work independently and produce outstanding products. They will be required to complete the novel Where the Red Fern Grows by Tues., Dec. 11th ,and pass a comprehension test, with a 90% or higher. Students are still expected to complete the vocabulary activities and odd questions in the packet, but it will not be due until Dec.17. Students participating in the differentiated activities will receive a variety of projects to complete this week that will be due on Fri., Dec. 21.
o Our advisories have adopted a family in order to provide holiday gifts for families or senior citizens. Students are asked to contribute money to purchase the items for the family. Please check with your child regarding how much money is requested.
o The student Council is requesting gently used books for their Book Drive; it ends on 12/20.
Monday, December 10
Chapter 11 POP QUIZ
Chapter 11 Comprehension Questions
Chapter 12-13 Vocabulary
Read and Discuss Chapter 12
Homework: Chapter 12-13 Comprehension Questions #1-5. Study for the Chapter 1-11 vocabulary test.
Tuesday, December 11
Chapter 1-11 Vocabulary Test
Read and Discuss Chapter 13
Chapter 12-13 Comprehension Questions # 6-10
Homework: Figures of Speech with Local Flavor
Wednesday, December 12
Chapter 14-15 Vocabulary
Read & discuss Chapter 14
Drawing of Figures of Speech with Local Flavor
Venn Diagram
Homework: Read Chapter 15 and complete Chapter 14-15 Comprehension Questions
Thursday, December 13
Olympics
Homework: Read Chapter 16
Friday, December 14
Chapter 15-16 POP QUIZ
Chapter 16-18 Vocabulary,
Read and Discuss Ch. 17, complete questions (# 1-4)
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC weekend!
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of December 3, 2007
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of December 3, 2007(students rec’d it Wed. 11/5,sorry)
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*We had a wonderful experience in Greek Town last week. Our team wishes to thank all our parent volunteers for assisting us. Thanks to our students for bringing their money and their permission slips in so quickly, and for their great behavior.
*I’m still looking for the new textbooks. Please check your home textbook for a label that contains the Follett book company name, which will be inside the cover. I will switch them for a better book and return the defective ones.
* Students received a note regarding the expectations for our last Greek project, “Greek
Connections,” on Monday & their rubric on Wed. Please sign it & I will return it that same day.
Greek Connections project is due on Tuesday, December 11, 2007.
Monday, December 3–
Introduce d and discussed Greek Connections projects
Comic Strips and assessments returned
Homework: Get Greek Connections letter signed
Tuesday, December 4–
Periods 1 and 3 only: Topics assigned and go to media center to research project
Period 2 only: Topics assigned and complete Ch. 11 handout p. 47
Homework: Work on new project
Per. 2 only Finish handout p. 47, if necessary - Due Thursday
Wednesday, December 5–
Periods 1 and 3 only: Complete Ch. 11 handout
Period 2 only: Go to media center to research project – begin handout p. 11
Homework- Continue to work on project
Finish p. 11 & p. 47 handouts, if necessary – due Thursday
Thursday, December 6–
Review pp. 11 & 47 handouts
Begin Greek alphabet and Greek words activity
Homework: Continue to work on project- bring draft of the paragraph on Friday
Friday, December 7–
Finish Greek alphabet and Greek words activity
Peer edits of project drafts
Homework: Continue to work on project
****We will go to the media center on Monday, as well*****
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of December 3, 2007(students rec’d it Wed. 11/5,sorry)
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*We had a wonderful experience in Greek Town last week. Our team wishes to thank all our parent volunteers for assisting us. Thanks to our students for bringing their money and their permission slips in so quickly, and for their great behavior.
*I’m still looking for the new textbooks. Please check your home textbook for a label that contains the Follett book company name, which will be inside the cover. I will switch them for a better book and return the defective ones.
* Students received a note regarding the expectations for our last Greek project, “Greek
Connections,” on Monday & their rubric on Wed. Please sign it & I will return it that same day.
Greek Connections project is due on Tuesday, December 11, 2007.
Monday, December 3–
Introduce d and discussed Greek Connections projects
Comic Strips and assessments returned
Homework: Get Greek Connections letter signed
Tuesday, December 4–
Periods 1 and 3 only: Topics assigned and go to media center to research project
Period 2 only: Topics assigned and complete Ch. 11 handout p. 47
Homework: Work on new project
Per. 2 only Finish handout p. 47, if necessary - Due Thursday
Wednesday, December 5–
Periods 1 and 3 only: Complete Ch. 11 handout
Period 2 only: Go to media center to research project – begin handout p. 11
Homework- Continue to work on project
Finish p. 11 & p. 47 handouts, if necessary – due Thursday
Thursday, December 6–
Review pp. 11 & 47 handouts
Begin Greek alphabet and Greek words activity
Homework: Continue to work on project- bring draft of the paragraph on Friday
Friday, December 7–
Finish Greek alphabet and Greek words activity
Peer edits of project drafts
Homework: Continue to work on project
****We will go to the media center on Monday, as well*****
Greek Contributions/Greek Connections- Project and Rubric
Greek Contributions/Greek Connections- Presentation-2007-2008
Instead of a Social Studies Test on Chapter 11 you are to make a short, two minute presentation that will prove you have learned one of the following:
1. An achievement the Greeks have contributed to our society.
2. Explain a Greek connection that is found in our modern world.
You cannot use Nike or Pegasus restaurant, which I used as examples in class. You cannot use these Greek architecture examples researched in class, such as: White House, New York Stock Exchange, Capitol Building, or Lincoln Memorial
An achievement is something the Greeks invented or created that is used in our society today. Examples of achievements are: Greek columns, democracy, pottery, philosophy, Socratic Method, scientific method, etc.
A connection is a Greek idea that is found in today’s society. Here is an example of what can be written about Nike:
Did you know that the Nike Corporation was probably named after a Greek mythological character, called Nike? Athena was the goddess of war and had a companion called Nike. Nike was the spirit of victory and was always at Athena’s side to help her be victorious in battle. Nike is a good name for the company because it symbolizes victory for people who wear their products.
1. Greek Achievement - be sure to include the following requirements:
A. Tell the achievement
B. Give background information about it (who created it, where can it be found, where is it used, the time period, etc.)
C. Explain why it is important to our society today
D. A visual aid must be included such as:
*a decorative poster that depicts the achievement
and why it is important to our society. Your poster cannot be any
bigger than 18 X 22 inches and no smaller than 8.5 X 11 inches.
Or
*a visual that enhances the presentation
E. Your visual aid must be typed and include 2 or more colored pictures, graphics, etc.
F. If you use typing paper for your poster then it must be matted to construction paper.
G. Be sure to cite your source of information on the back of your poster.
2. Greek Connection - please note the following requirements:
A. Give background information about the Ancient Greek topic
B. Explain how it is used in our society today so that I can understand the connection
C. Make an inference about the topic (see the example above)
D. Include a visual aid such as a poster that depicts the connection. Your poster cannot
be any bigger than 18 X 22 inches and no smaller than 8.5 X 11 inches.
E. Your visual aid must be typed and include 2 or more colored pictures, graphics, etc.
F. If you use typing paper for your poster then it must be matted to construction paper.
G. Be sure to cite your source of information on the back of your poster.
Please note: You may not cite Google, Yahoo, etc as your source of information. They are just search engines that can lead you to your source of information.
Name_____________________________________Per._________Date_____________
Name of Topic__________________________________________
Greek Connections Project and Presentation Rubric
3 points = Well Done 2 points = Satisfactory 1 point = Needs Improvement
Presentation:
_______/3pts. Organization & Content-
Student is prepared, states topic, ideas are clearly expressed, and appears enthusiastic about topic
_______/ 3pts. Poise-
Student appears at ease, stays focused, and doesn’t use distracting movements, comments, sounds, or words
_______/3 pts. Speaking & Eye Contact-
Student speaks at an appropriate rate, appropriate volume, and uses good eye contact
_______/2 pts. Time-
Student stays within the one-two minute allotted time
Visual Aid:
1. _______/ 3 pts. Background information given about Greek topic
2. ______¬_ / 3 pts. Student explains relationship/connection between Greeks and our
modern society
3. _______/ 3 pts. Student makes valid inference about topic or explains why topic is
importat to our society
4. _______/ 3 pts. Poster/presentation has no more than 2 grammatical errors
5. _______/ 3 pts. Information has been typed and is large enough to be seen from a
distance
6. _______/ 3 pts. Contains 2 or more colorful graphics, drawings, icons, and/or original
logos etc.
7. _______/ 3 pts. Visual is creative and neat (posters must have a border)
Instead of a Social Studies Test on Chapter 11 you are to make a short, two minute presentation that will prove you have learned one of the following:
1. An achievement the Greeks have contributed to our society.
2. Explain a Greek connection that is found in our modern world.
You cannot use Nike or Pegasus restaurant, which I used as examples in class. You cannot use these Greek architecture examples researched in class, such as: White House, New York Stock Exchange, Capitol Building, or Lincoln Memorial
An achievement is something the Greeks invented or created that is used in our society today. Examples of achievements are: Greek columns, democracy, pottery, philosophy, Socratic Method, scientific method, etc.
A connection is a Greek idea that is found in today’s society. Here is an example of what can be written about Nike:
Did you know that the Nike Corporation was probably named after a Greek mythological character, called Nike? Athena was the goddess of war and had a companion called Nike. Nike was the spirit of victory and was always at Athena’s side to help her be victorious in battle. Nike is a good name for the company because it symbolizes victory for people who wear their products.
1. Greek Achievement - be sure to include the following requirements:
A. Tell the achievement
B. Give background information about it (who created it, where can it be found, where is it used, the time period, etc.)
C. Explain why it is important to our society today
D. A visual aid must be included such as:
*a decorative poster that depicts the achievement
and why it is important to our society. Your poster cannot be any
bigger than 18 X 22 inches and no smaller than 8.5 X 11 inches.
Or
*a visual that enhances the presentation
E. Your visual aid must be typed and include 2 or more colored pictures, graphics, etc.
F. If you use typing paper for your poster then it must be matted to construction paper.
G. Be sure to cite your source of information on the back of your poster.
2. Greek Connection - please note the following requirements:
A. Give background information about the Ancient Greek topic
B. Explain how it is used in our society today so that I can understand the connection
C. Make an inference about the topic (see the example above)
D. Include a visual aid such as a poster that depicts the connection. Your poster cannot
be any bigger than 18 X 22 inches and no smaller than 8.5 X 11 inches.
E. Your visual aid must be typed and include 2 or more colored pictures, graphics, etc.
F. If you use typing paper for your poster then it must be matted to construction paper.
G. Be sure to cite your source of information on the back of your poster.
Please note: You may not cite Google, Yahoo, etc as your source of information. They are just search engines that can lead you to your source of information.
Name_____________________________________Per._________Date_____________
Name of Topic__________________________________________
Greek Connections Project and Presentation Rubric
3 points = Well Done 2 points = Satisfactory 1 point = Needs Improvement
Presentation:
_______/3pts. Organization & Content-
Student is prepared, states topic, ideas are clearly expressed, and appears enthusiastic about topic
_______/ 3pts. Poise-
Student appears at ease, stays focused, and doesn’t use distracting movements, comments, sounds, or words
_______/3 pts. Speaking & Eye Contact-
Student speaks at an appropriate rate, appropriate volume, and uses good eye contact
_______/2 pts. Time-
Student stays within the one-two minute allotted time
Visual Aid:
1. _______/ 3 pts. Background information given about Greek topic
2. ______¬_ / 3 pts. Student explains relationship/connection between Greeks and our
modern society
3. _______/ 3 pts. Student makes valid inference about topic or explains why topic is
importat to our society
4. _______/ 3 pts. Poster/presentation has no more than 2 grammatical errors
5. _______/ 3 pts. Information has been typed and is large enough to be seen from a
distance
6. _______/ 3 pts. Contains 2 or more colorful graphics, drawings, icons, and/or original
logos etc.
7. _______/ 3 pts. Visual is creative and neat (posters must have a border)
Language Arts/Reading Syllabus: Week of December 3, 2007
Team 6-3 Ms. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of December 3, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Report cards will be given to students on Dec. 7th. Please sign and return the report card envelope on Monday, December 10th. Jayhawk signatures will be given.
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Friday, December 21st
o I will be offering a differentiation opportunity, only to selected students who have exhibited the ability to work independently and produce outstanding products. They will be required to complete the Red Fern book by Monday, December 10th and pass our Red Fern comprehension test, with a 90% or higher. Students are expected to complete only the odd questions and vocabulary activities in the blue packet, but it will not be due until December 17th.
o Our advisories have adopted a family or senior citizen in order to provide holiday gifts for them. Students are encouraged to contribute a designated amount to purchase the items for our family. You will receive information about it from your child’s advisory teacher.
o The Student Council is requesting gently used books for their Book Drive. The Book Drive ends on December 20th.
o We are desperately in need of Kleenex tissues. If you have a spare box please send us one. Thank you.
o My students would like to participate in a secret pal activity. This an optional activity and it must be approved by a parent. You will receive a note by Wed. Please sign and return it if you would like your child to participate in it.
Monday, December 3
Reading: Review Ch. 4 & discuss Ch. 5 and complete questions (# 5 – 8)
Spelling Lesson 7: Pretest and discuss rule on p. 32
Homework: Reading- Ch 4-5 vocab. puzzle
Record of Billy’s Earnings handout - due Thursday
Tuesday, December 4
Reading: Review homework; Intro Ch 6-7 vocab., read, & discuss Ch. 6; Do Active Reading Handout
Spelling Lesson 7: Part B – p. 33; Review grammar handout p. 211
Homework: Reading – Ch. 6 -7 questions (# 1- 3)
Spelling – Finish Pt. B p. 33, if necessary
Wednesday, December 5
Reading: Review homework; Ch. 6-7 vocab.,activity, read & discuss Ch. 7
Go to library to check out books
Spelling Lesson 7: Review Pt. B - p. 33
Homework: Reading- Finish questions for Ch.6-7 (# 4 – 10)
Thursday, December 6
Reading: Review homework; Ch 8 & 9 vocab., read and discuss Ch. 8; Begin questions (# 1-5)
Spelling Lesson 7: Part C – p. 34
Homework: Reading- Finish Ch. 8 questions, if necessary, and read Ch. 9
Study for spelling test on Friday
Friday, December 7- Report Cards go home today
Reading: Vocabulary, read, and discuss Ch. 10, complete questions (# 1-4)
Spelling Lesson 7: Test
Brief Cast Assembly today
Homework: Finish Ch 10 Questions (# 1-4)
Read Ch. 11 and be prepared for a pop-quiz on only Ch. 11 on Monday
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of December 3, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Report cards will be given to students on Dec. 7th. Please sign and return the report card envelope on Monday, December 10th. Jayhawk signatures will be given.
o Our fourth reading Log is due on Friday, December 21st
o I will be offering a differentiation opportunity, only to selected students who have exhibited the ability to work independently and produce outstanding products. They will be required to complete the Red Fern book by Monday, December 10th and pass our Red Fern comprehension test, with a 90% or higher. Students are expected to complete only the odd questions and vocabulary activities in the blue packet, but it will not be due until December 17th.
o Our advisories have adopted a family or senior citizen in order to provide holiday gifts for them. Students are encouraged to contribute a designated amount to purchase the items for our family. You will receive information about it from your child’s advisory teacher.
o The Student Council is requesting gently used books for their Book Drive. The Book Drive ends on December 20th.
o We are desperately in need of Kleenex tissues. If you have a spare box please send us one. Thank you.
o My students would like to participate in a secret pal activity. This an optional activity and it must be approved by a parent. You will receive a note by Wed. Please sign and return it if you would like your child to participate in it.
Monday, December 3
Reading: Review Ch. 4 & discuss Ch. 5 and complete questions (# 5 – 8)
Spelling Lesson 7: Pretest and discuss rule on p. 32
Homework: Reading- Ch 4-5 vocab. puzzle
Record of Billy’s Earnings handout - due Thursday
Tuesday, December 4
Reading: Review homework; Intro Ch 6-7 vocab., read, & discuss Ch. 6; Do Active Reading Handout
Spelling Lesson 7: Part B – p. 33; Review grammar handout p. 211
Homework: Reading – Ch. 6 -7 questions (# 1- 3)
Spelling – Finish Pt. B p. 33, if necessary
Wednesday, December 5
Reading: Review homework; Ch. 6-7 vocab.,activity, read & discuss Ch. 7
Go to library to check out books
Spelling Lesson 7: Review Pt. B - p. 33
Homework: Reading- Finish questions for Ch.6-7 (# 4 – 10)
Thursday, December 6
Reading: Review homework; Ch 8 & 9 vocab., read and discuss Ch. 8; Begin questions (# 1-5)
Spelling Lesson 7: Part C – p. 34
Homework: Reading- Finish Ch. 8 questions, if necessary, and read Ch. 9
Study for spelling test on Friday
Friday, December 7- Report Cards go home today
Reading: Vocabulary, read, and discuss Ch. 10, complete questions (# 1-4)
Spelling Lesson 7: Test
Brief Cast Assembly today
Homework: Finish Ch 10 Questions (# 1-4)
Read Ch. 11 and be prepared for a pop-quiz on only Ch. 11 on Monday
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of November 26, 2007
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 26, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students received information about our upcoming field trip, last week. Our trip is on Thursday, Nov. 29th. Permissions slips and money are due by Tuesday. I will post a permission slip on my blog on Monday. Sorry, but we cannot accept checks. Be sure to let us know immediately if you need assistance with paying for the trip, because we would like all of our students to attend this field trip.
*Some of the new textbooks have perforated pages that do not stay intact. If your child’s home textbook is having this problem please jot a short note at the bottom of this syllabus.
* I plan to introduce our last Greek project, “Greek Connections,” on Friday.
Monday, November 26–
Introduce Ch. 11- in groups, read and discuss pp. 178-185
Continue to create list of Greek connections in our present day society
Answer Section 1 questions on p. 185 # 2-5
Homework: Finish questions, if necessary and define: oracles, prophecy, pancratium, pentathlon, soliloquy, tragedies, comedy - Due Wednesday
Tuesday, November 27–
At media center, research Greek architecture in the U.S., etc.
Complete handout
Homework: Finish Greek architecture handout, if necessary
Wednesday, November 28–
Review Monday’s homework
Begin to read and discuss pp. 185-190
Continue to create list of Greek connections in our present day society
Homework- Define: intellect, philosophia, philosophers, Socratic method, political science, classify, scientific method, hypothesis, logic, syllogism- Due Friday
Thursday, November 29–
Field trip to Greek Town
Homework: Finish definitions – due Friday
Friday, November 30 –
Finish reading and discussing pp. 185 -190
Continue to create list of Greek connections in our present day society
Homework: Choose a Greek Connection topic for upcoming project- Topic is due
Monday
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 26, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students received information about our upcoming field trip, last week. Our trip is on Thursday, Nov. 29th. Permissions slips and money are due by Tuesday. I will post a permission slip on my blog on Monday. Sorry, but we cannot accept checks. Be sure to let us know immediately if you need assistance with paying for the trip, because we would like all of our students to attend this field trip.
*Some of the new textbooks have perforated pages that do not stay intact. If your child’s home textbook is having this problem please jot a short note at the bottom of this syllabus.
* I plan to introduce our last Greek project, “Greek Connections,” on Friday.
Monday, November 26–
Introduce Ch. 11- in groups, read and discuss pp. 178-185
Continue to create list of Greek connections in our present day society
Answer Section 1 questions on p. 185 # 2-5
Homework: Finish questions, if necessary and define: oracles, prophecy, pancratium, pentathlon, soliloquy, tragedies, comedy - Due Wednesday
Tuesday, November 27–
At media center, research Greek architecture in the U.S., etc.
Complete handout
Homework: Finish Greek architecture handout, if necessary
Wednesday, November 28–
Review Monday’s homework
Begin to read and discuss pp. 185-190
Continue to create list of Greek connections in our present day society
Homework- Define: intellect, philosophia, philosophers, Socratic method, political science, classify, scientific method, hypothesis, logic, syllogism- Due Friday
Thursday, November 29–
Field trip to Greek Town
Homework: Finish definitions – due Friday
Friday, November 30 –
Finish reading and discussing pp. 185 -190
Continue to create list of Greek connections in our present day society
Homework: Choose a Greek Connection topic for upcoming project- Topic is due
Monday
Greek Field Trip- November 29, 2007 - Permission Slip
Hellenic Museum and Restaruant Field Trip
On Thursday, November 29, 2007, we’ll visit Greek Town to tour the Hellenic Museum and enjoy a delicious meal at the Parthenon Restaurant. The cost will be $20.00 per child. It will cost $10 for the bus and museum and $10 for the restaurant. If your child does not wish to eat at the restaurant then he/she should plan to bring a lunch and only pay $10. Please let us know if you are available to chaperone our trip. Chaperones only have to pay $10.00 for the meal if they wish to eat at the restarurant. All money is due by Tues. Nov. 27th.Please send cash only. Thank you.
Schedule:
9:30 A.M. Board bus
10:00-11:30 A.M. Hellenic Museum at 801 W. Adams
11:45 A.M. Lunch at the Parthenon Restaurant at 314 S. Halsted
12:45 P.M. Board buses to return back to school.
1:30 P.M. Arrive back at school. Students will go to their 7th period class and finish the rest of their school day.
-----------------------Clip and return to your reading teacher-------------------
I give permission for my child ______________________________to attend the field trip to Greek Town with team 6-3 on Thursday, November 29, 2007. My child understands that all school rules and regulations still apply for him/her while on this trip. Violations could result in him/her not being allowed to go on future trips. The cost of the trip is $20.00.
Does your child have any food restrictions? Please explain or write your comments here: _______________________________________________________________
Parent Signature_____________________________________
Phone number where you can be reached during our field trip hours: ________________________________________________________
Will your child need to take any medications along with him/her?(circle one) yes or no
What medications?________________________________________
___ Yes. I will be able to chaperone the trip.
Parent Name___________________________________________________
Email___________________________Phone #:_____________________
On Thursday, November 29, 2007, we’ll visit Greek Town to tour the Hellenic Museum and enjoy a delicious meal at the Parthenon Restaurant. The cost will be $20.00 per child. It will cost $10 for the bus and museum and $10 for the restaurant. If your child does not wish to eat at the restaurant then he/she should plan to bring a lunch and only pay $10. Please let us know if you are available to chaperone our trip. Chaperones only have to pay $10.00 for the meal if they wish to eat at the restarurant. All money is due by Tues. Nov. 27th.Please send cash only. Thank you.
Schedule:
9:30 A.M. Board bus
10:00-11:30 A.M. Hellenic Museum at 801 W. Adams
11:45 A.M. Lunch at the Parthenon Restaurant at 314 S. Halsted
12:45 P.M. Board buses to return back to school.
1:30 P.M. Arrive back at school. Students will go to their 7th period class and finish the rest of their school day.
-----------------------Clip and return to your reading teacher-------------------
I give permission for my child ______________________________to attend the field trip to Greek Town with team 6-3 on Thursday, November 29, 2007. My child understands that all school rules and regulations still apply for him/her while on this trip. Violations could result in him/her not being allowed to go on future trips. The cost of the trip is $20.00.
Does your child have any food restrictions? Please explain or write your comments here: _______________________________________________________________
Parent Signature_____________________________________
Phone number where you can be reached during our field trip hours: ________________________________________________________
Will your child need to take any medications along with him/her?(circle one) yes or no
What medications?________________________________________
___ Yes. I will be able to chaperone the trip.
Parent Name___________________________________________________
Email___________________________Phone #:_____________________
Language Arts/Reading Syllabus: Week of Nov 26, 2007
Team 6-3 Ms. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of November 26, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Permission slips for our upcoming trip to Greek Town on Nov. 29th , were sent home last week. Money and permissions slips will be collected by your child’s reading teacher. It is due by Tuesday. Please send cash only.
o Our third reading Log is due on Friday, November 30th. Remember, if your child wants to include the Greek Myth book he/she must read the entire book.
o We will begin a new novel, Where the Red Fern Grows, this week. Students will be given a blue Red Fern packet to complete as indicated below. I am recommending that each child put the packet in a separate folder that has fasteners, for safekeeping. Finally, please do not encourage your child to read ahead of our class due to certain prediction activities. You will be notified about enrichment opportunities at a later date.
o We are beginning our new marking period this week. Report cards go home Dec. 7th.
o If you haven’t given us your email address or it has changed, please write it at the bottom of this syllabus.
Monday, November 26
Reading: Introduce author and new novel, Where the Red Fern Grows
Make a prediction and discuss vocabulary for Ch. 1; Introduce Word Wall Words
Finish Hercules Movie
Homework: Reading- Begin Word Wall handout- due Thursday
Tuesday, November 27
Reading: Pre-reading discussion, read, and discuss Ch. 1
Grammar: L/Network book- Punctuation- “Periods and End Marks” pp 206-207; Take notes
Homework: Reading – Ch. 1 odd questions #’s 1, 3, 5, and 7
Grammar – L/Network book- Do Pt A – top of p. 208, if necessary
Wednesday, November 28
Reading: Review homework, figurative language handout
Introduce Ch. 2 vocabulary, read, and discuss Ch. 2
Grammar: L/Network book- Pt. B Bottom of p. 208
Review rules- “Commas in sentences” pp. 209-211 begin Pt. A top of p. 211
Homework: Reading- Finish reading Ch. 2 & odd questions # 1 - 7
Finish Word Wall handout
Thursday, November 29
Reading: Review homework, read and discuss Ch. 3; begin odd questions # 9-13 and finish vocabulary; Review word wall handout
Grammar: L/Network book- Finish Pt. A top of 211 and discuss
Homework: Reading- Finish Ch. 3 questions, if necessary
Study for Word Wall test on Friday
Reading Logs due Friday
Friday, November 30
Reading: Take Word Wall test; Ch. 4 Pre-reading, read, and discuss Ch. 4
Complete questions # 1-4
Grammar: L/Network book- Do Pt. B – bottom of p. 211
Homework: None
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of November 26, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Permission slips for our upcoming trip to Greek Town on Nov. 29th , were sent home last week. Money and permissions slips will be collected by your child’s reading teacher. It is due by Tuesday. Please send cash only.
o Our third reading Log is due on Friday, November 30th. Remember, if your child wants to include the Greek Myth book he/she must read the entire book.
o We will begin a new novel, Where the Red Fern Grows, this week. Students will be given a blue Red Fern packet to complete as indicated below. I am recommending that each child put the packet in a separate folder that has fasteners, for safekeeping. Finally, please do not encourage your child to read ahead of our class due to certain prediction activities. You will be notified about enrichment opportunities at a later date.
o We are beginning our new marking period this week. Report cards go home Dec. 7th.
o If you haven’t given us your email address or it has changed, please write it at the bottom of this syllabus.
Monday, November 26
Reading: Introduce author and new novel, Where the Red Fern Grows
Make a prediction and discuss vocabulary for Ch. 1; Introduce Word Wall Words
Finish Hercules Movie
Homework: Reading- Begin Word Wall handout- due Thursday
Tuesday, November 27
Reading: Pre-reading discussion, read, and discuss Ch. 1
Grammar: L/Network book- Punctuation- “Periods and End Marks” pp 206-207; Take notes
Homework: Reading – Ch. 1 odd questions #’s 1, 3, 5, and 7
Grammar – L/Network book- Do Pt A – top of p. 208, if necessary
Wednesday, November 28
Reading: Review homework, figurative language handout
Introduce Ch. 2 vocabulary, read, and discuss Ch. 2
Grammar: L/Network book- Pt. B Bottom of p. 208
Review rules- “Commas in sentences” pp. 209-211 begin Pt. A top of p. 211
Homework: Reading- Finish reading Ch. 2 & odd questions # 1 - 7
Finish Word Wall handout
Thursday, November 29
Reading: Review homework, read and discuss Ch. 3; begin odd questions # 9-13 and finish vocabulary; Review word wall handout
Grammar: L/Network book- Finish Pt. A top of 211 and discuss
Homework: Reading- Finish Ch. 3 questions, if necessary
Study for Word Wall test on Friday
Reading Logs due Friday
Friday, November 30
Reading: Take Word Wall test; Ch. 4 Pre-reading, read, and discuss Ch. 4
Complete questions # 1-4
Grammar: L/Network book- Do Pt. B – bottom of p. 211
Homework: None
Monday, November 12, 2007
Social Studies - Ch. 10 Guided Reading Questions pp. 168 - 176
Social Studies – Chapter 10 Guided Reading Questions pp. 168 - 176
Answer each question thoroughly and use this as an additional study tool
1. Explain what these two leaders did as reformers of the Athenian government.
A. Draco
B. Peisistratus
2. Compare the details of Solon’s constitution and Cleistrienes constitution.
Solon’s Constitution Cleisthene’s Constitution
3. Why did Darius of Persia begin a series of wars against the Greeks?
4. Describe how the Athenians were able to win the battle at Marathon. (Tell 2-3 events.)
5. Why did Sparta and other city-states decide to help Athens fight the Persians?
6. Tell 3-4 main events involving Xerxes’ army and the Greeks at the battle at Thermopylae.
7. Explain how the Greeks were finally able to win the war against the Persians.
8. Explain how the Delian League led Athens to eventually have a powerful empire.
9. Tell 2 or more things Pericles accomplished in Athens.
8. What were the causes and effects of the Peloponnesian War? (Make a list of 2-3 main things)
10. List two (or more) events that caused the decline of Athens’s powerful influence.
11. On pp. 175-176 explain what led to the fall of the Greek city-states. (Tell 2 or more things)
Answer each question thoroughly and use this as an additional study tool
1. Explain what these two leaders did as reformers of the Athenian government.
A. Draco
B. Peisistratus
2. Compare the details of Solon’s constitution and Cleistrienes constitution.
Solon’s Constitution Cleisthene’s Constitution
3. Why did Darius of Persia begin a series of wars against the Greeks?
4. Describe how the Athenians were able to win the battle at Marathon. (Tell 2-3 events.)
5. Why did Sparta and other city-states decide to help Athens fight the Persians?
6. Tell 3-4 main events involving Xerxes’ army and the Greeks at the battle at Thermopylae.
7. Explain how the Greeks were finally able to win the war against the Persians.
8. Explain how the Delian League led Athens to eventually have a powerful empire.
9. Tell 2 or more things Pericles accomplished in Athens.
8. What were the causes and effects of the Peloponnesian War? (Make a list of 2-3 main things)
10. List two (or more) events that caused the decline of Athens’s powerful influence.
11. On pp. 175-176 explain what led to the fall of the Greek city-states. (Tell 2 or more things)
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 12 - Nov 20, 2007
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 12 - 20, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*There will be a test covering Ch 10, on Nov. 20th. If your child will not be at school that week
he/she may take the test before leaving for vacation. Please let me know if your child will
need to take the test early.
*Some students have not completed their comic strips. The last day I will accept them will be
on Wednesday.
*If your child has a new textbook at home and the pages seem to fall out, please let me know
a.s.a. p. We plan to order replacement textbooks.
*All late social studies work is due by Friday, Nov. 16th. No exceptions.
Monday, November 12– Block Schedule Week – Periods 1 and 2 only
Read pp. 168-171; Finish movie; In groups, begin to answer guided reading questions # 1& 2
Homework: Define- Assembly, constitution, oligarchy, democratic, magistrates, Council of
Five Hundred
Finish Questions 1 & 2, if necessary
Tuesday, November 13– Block Schedule Week – Periods 1 and 3 only
Per 1: Review guided reading questions #1 & 2; read pp. 171-173; Finish map & review
Homework: Answer guided reading questions # 3-7
Per 3: Read pp. 168-171; Finish movie; In groups, begin to answer guided reading questions # 1 - 2
Homework: Define- Assembly, constitution, oligarchy, democratic, magistrates,
Council of Five Hundred
Finish Questions 1 & 2, if necessary
Wednesday, November 14– Block Schedule Week – Periods 2 and 3 only
Per 2 & 3: Review guided reading questions #1 & 2; read pp. 171-173; Finish map
Homework: Answer guided reading questions # 3-7
Study for test on next Tuesday, Nov. 20th
Thursday, November 15– Block Schedule Week – Periods 1 and 2 only
Per 1 & 2: Read and discuss pp. 173 – top of 175; in groups, discuss Spartan &Athenian governments and complete handout. Complete and discuss Venn diagram comparing and contrasting Athenian and U.S. governments; work on the guided reading questions.
Homework: Finish rest of the guided reading questions; define triremes, defensive league,
and mercenaries
Study for test on next Tuesday, Nov. 20th
Friday, November 16 – Block Schedule Week – Periods 1 and 3 only
Per 1: Review guided reading questions & review for test on Tuesday.
Homework: Study for test on next Tuesday, Nov. 20th
Per 3: Read and discuss pp. 173 – top of 175; in groups, discuss Spartan &Athenian governments and complete handout. Complete and discuss Venn diagram comparing and contrasting Athenian and U.S. governments; the guided reading questions.
Homework: Finish rest of the guided reading questions; define triremes, defensive league,
and mercenaries
Study for test on next Tuesday, Nov. 20th
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 19 - 20, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Monday, November 19– Block Schedule Week – Periods 2 and 3 only
Review study guide questions & review for test on Tuesday.
Homework: Study for test on Tuesday
Tuesday, November 20– Normal Schedule
Per 1: Take test
Homework: None! Enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday! See you Monday, Nov. 26th.
Wednesday, November 21 – No School due to Institute Day
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Study Guide: Be sure to study the following for test on Chapter 10- pp. 163-176:
1. All the vocabulary words: polis, acropolis, agora, aristocrats, ephors, artisans, Council
of Elders, helots, perioeci, Assembly, constitution, oligarchy, democratic, magistrates, Council of Five Hundred, triremes, defensive league, mercenaries,
2. Chapter 10 Guided Reading questions- pp.168 -176
3. Spartan notes and their government hierarchy handout
4. Similarities and differences of Sparta and Athens
5. The responsibilities for good citizenship
6. The Battle of Marathon
7. The Battle of Thermopylae
8. The Delian League
9. How the Peloponnesian War began and ended
10. Women rights in Sparta and Athens
11. Who Pericles was
12. Decline of Athens
13. Greek values
14. Anticipation Guide
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 12 - 20, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*There will be a test covering Ch 10, on Nov. 20th. If your child will not be at school that week
he/she may take the test before leaving for vacation. Please let me know if your child will
need to take the test early.
*Some students have not completed their comic strips. The last day I will accept them will be
on Wednesday.
*If your child has a new textbook at home and the pages seem to fall out, please let me know
a.s.a. p. We plan to order replacement textbooks.
*All late social studies work is due by Friday, Nov. 16th. No exceptions.
Monday, November 12– Block Schedule Week – Periods 1 and 2 only
Read pp. 168-171; Finish movie; In groups, begin to answer guided reading questions # 1& 2
Homework: Define- Assembly, constitution, oligarchy, democratic, magistrates, Council of
Five Hundred
Finish Questions 1 & 2, if necessary
Tuesday, November 13– Block Schedule Week – Periods 1 and 3 only
Per 1: Review guided reading questions #1 & 2; read pp. 171-173; Finish map & review
Homework: Answer guided reading questions # 3-7
Per 3: Read pp. 168-171; Finish movie; In groups, begin to answer guided reading questions # 1 - 2
Homework: Define- Assembly, constitution, oligarchy, democratic, magistrates,
Council of Five Hundred
Finish Questions 1 & 2, if necessary
Wednesday, November 14– Block Schedule Week – Periods 2 and 3 only
Per 2 & 3: Review guided reading questions #1 & 2; read pp. 171-173; Finish map
Homework: Answer guided reading questions # 3-7
Study for test on next Tuesday, Nov. 20th
Thursday, November 15– Block Schedule Week – Periods 1 and 2 only
Per 1 & 2: Read and discuss pp. 173 – top of 175; in groups, discuss Spartan &Athenian governments and complete handout. Complete and discuss Venn diagram comparing and contrasting Athenian and U.S. governments; work on the guided reading questions.
Homework: Finish rest of the guided reading questions; define triremes, defensive league,
and mercenaries
Study for test on next Tuesday, Nov. 20th
Friday, November 16 – Block Schedule Week – Periods 1 and 3 only
Per 1: Review guided reading questions & review for test on Tuesday.
Homework: Study for test on next Tuesday, Nov. 20th
Per 3: Read and discuss pp. 173 – top of 175; in groups, discuss Spartan &Athenian governments and complete handout. Complete and discuss Venn diagram comparing and contrasting Athenian and U.S. governments; the guided reading questions.
Homework: Finish rest of the guided reading questions; define triremes, defensive league,
and mercenaries
Study for test on next Tuesday, Nov. 20th
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 19 - 20, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Monday, November 19– Block Schedule Week – Periods 2 and 3 only
Review study guide questions & review for test on Tuesday.
Homework: Study for test on Tuesday
Tuesday, November 20– Normal Schedule
Per 1: Take test
Homework: None! Enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday! See you Monday, Nov. 26th.
Wednesday, November 21 – No School due to Institute Day
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Study Guide: Be sure to study the following for test on Chapter 10- pp. 163-176:
1. All the vocabulary words: polis, acropolis, agora, aristocrats, ephors, artisans, Council
of Elders, helots, perioeci, Assembly, constitution, oligarchy, democratic, magistrates, Council of Five Hundred, triremes, defensive league, mercenaries,
2. Chapter 10 Guided Reading questions- pp.168 -176
3. Spartan notes and their government hierarchy handout
4. Similarities and differences of Sparta and Athens
5. The responsibilities for good citizenship
6. The Battle of Marathon
7. The Battle of Thermopylae
8. The Delian League
9. How the Peloponnesian War began and ended
10. Women rights in Sparta and Athens
11. Who Pericles was
12. Decline of Athens
13. Greek values
14. Anticipation Guide
Language Arts/Reading Syllabus: Week of Nov 12-20, 2007
Team 6-3 Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of November 12 and Week of November 20, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o The “Minor Gods” handout while reading this section of the myth book. This sheet is due on today, Monday November 12.
o Students were given a Greek Myth project on Wednesday, Nov. 7th. This project will be due on Thursday, November 15.
o All our students will take a Minor Gods Comprehension and Vocabulary Test on Friday, November 16.
o Today, the Greek Myth enrichment students will receive a writing assignment that will be due on Tuesday, November 20.
o The third Reading Log is due on November 30. If students would like to include the Greek Myth Book on their reading log they must finish the reading the book on their own.
o Any late Greek Myth work is due on Tuesday, November 20.
Monday, November 12
Spelling Lesson 6: Pre Test
Review Lesson 6 Spelling Rule and Complete Part A
Work on Myth project
Homework: Work on Myth Project
Tuesday, November 13
Review Minor Gods Sheet
Spelling Lesson 6 Part B
Read Heracles
Homework: Work on Myth Project and study for test
Wednesday, November 14
Spelling Master 6B
Heracles Activity
Homework: Finish Greek Myth Project- due tomorrow.
Thursday, November 15
Present Greek Myth Projects
SPARKLE
Homework: Study for Spelling Test and Minor Gods Vocabulary & Comprehension Test
Friday, November 16
Spelling Test Lesson 6
Minor Gods Comprehension and Vocabulary Test
Begin Reading and Marking Socratic Seminar Article and Write 2 High Level Questions based on Article
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND! Prepare for Socratic Seminar- you must have questions written and article fully marked to participate on Monday.
Monday, November 19
Socratic Seminar: Religion in Schools
Begin Watching Heracles Movie
Homework: None
Tuesday, November 20
Finish Watching Heracles Movie
Compare and Contrast Greek Myth Novel and Movie
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING BREAK!!!
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of November 12 and Week of November 20, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o The “Minor Gods” handout while reading this section of the myth book. This sheet is due on today, Monday November 12.
o Students were given a Greek Myth project on Wednesday, Nov. 7th. This project will be due on Thursday, November 15.
o All our students will take a Minor Gods Comprehension and Vocabulary Test on Friday, November 16.
o Today, the Greek Myth enrichment students will receive a writing assignment that will be due on Tuesday, November 20.
o The third Reading Log is due on November 30. If students would like to include the Greek Myth Book on their reading log they must finish the reading the book on their own.
o Any late Greek Myth work is due on Tuesday, November 20.
Monday, November 12
Spelling Lesson 6: Pre Test
Review Lesson 6 Spelling Rule and Complete Part A
Work on Myth project
Homework: Work on Myth Project
Tuesday, November 13
Review Minor Gods Sheet
Spelling Lesson 6 Part B
Read Heracles
Homework: Work on Myth Project and study for test
Wednesday, November 14
Spelling Master 6B
Heracles Activity
Homework: Finish Greek Myth Project- due tomorrow.
Thursday, November 15
Present Greek Myth Projects
SPARKLE
Homework: Study for Spelling Test and Minor Gods Vocabulary & Comprehension Test
Friday, November 16
Spelling Test Lesson 6
Minor Gods Comprehension and Vocabulary Test
Begin Reading and Marking Socratic Seminar Article and Write 2 High Level Questions based on Article
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND! Prepare for Socratic Seminar- you must have questions written and article fully marked to participate on Monday.
Monday, November 19
Socratic Seminar: Religion in Schools
Begin Watching Heracles Movie
Homework: None
Tuesday, November 20
Finish Watching Heracles Movie
Compare and Contrast Greek Myth Novel and Movie
Homework: Have a WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING BREAK!!!
Monday, November 5, 2007
Greek Comic Strip Project, Rubric, & Necessary events
Social Studies- Mrs. Alexander Team 6-3
Comic Strip Project
Using 8 or more appropriately sized frames, you are expected to create a comic strip containing detailed illustrations depicting the main points of Homer's Odyssey, as read in class. Your comic strip should tell a story from beginning to end. This is your chance to be creative, so have some fun. The comic strip will be worth 26 points.
Would you prefer an enrichment assignment? You have two choices. Only choose one. You must site your sources on the back of your comic strip.
1. The Odyssey read in class did not include all of the journeys and obstacles Odysseus’ faced. Do some research on your own to find out what was missing from our in class reading. Then create a comic that explains all of his challenges.
2. Instead of illustrating the Odyssey, do some additional research to create a comic strip depicting the main points of Homer’s Iliad which covers the Trojan War.
Be sure to include the following in your comic strip:
*Put name, period, and date, at the top of the paper.
*Create a clever title. Do not use "The Odyssey" or "The Iliad" as the title.
*Each frame must depict an important event from the Odyssey or Iliad.
*Captions and/or dialogue should be clearly explained.
*The drawings should be interesting and appropriate.
*The drawings, etc. must be colored appropriately.
*The comic strip and/or writing must be neatly presented.
* Be sure to edit for grammatical errors.
*All drawings should be done with care and contain no stick figures.
*If pencil is used, trace over all pencil with a thin marker, black, or gray colored
pencil. Remember each frame and figure must be colored.
*Pen should not be used on the drawings.
*Although, you may use pen when writing the captions. Do not write the captions in pencil.
In addition to the above, students not doing the enrichment assingnment must include the following events in their comic strip:
1. Odysseus leaving Troy
2. Odysseus’ ship blown off course
3. The crew land on the island with the Cyclopes
4. Tell what happened on the Cyclope island
5. Tell how the crew end up at Circe’s island
6. Explain what happened on Circe’s island
7. Tell what happened when they came near the Sirens
8. Explailn the Charbidis and Scylla event
9. Explain what happened when Odyssess met Calypso
10. Tell what happened when Odysseus returned home
----------------Please clip and return to Ms. Alexander, only if you plan to do the enrichment assignment-------------------
Student Name_______________________________________________ Per. _____________
______I plan to do the enrichment assignment. My enrichment choice is _____________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Parent Signature_________________________________________________Date_________________________
Greek Comic Strip Assessment (worth 26 points)
2 points = Yes 1 point = Somewhat 0 = No
_____Put name, period, and date on comic strip.
_____Created a clever title. (Did not use "The Odyssey" or "The Iliad" as the title.)
3pts. = Well done 2pts. = Satisfactory 1pts = Incomplete or Needs Improvement
_____Each frame explained an important event from the Odyssey or Iliad.
_____Captions and/or dialogue were clearly explained.
_____Drawings were interesting and appropriate.
_____Drawings, etc., were appropriately colored.
_____Drawings were done with care and contained no stick figures
_____The comic strip and/or writing was neatly presented.
_____There were no more than two grammatical errors.
_____Comic Strip turned in by due date. (worth one point)
_____Total Points earned out of 26 points
Enrichment Assessment- Greek Comic Strip (worth 28 points)
2 points = Yes 1 point = Somewhat 0 = No
_____Put name, period, and date on comic strip.
_____Created a clever title. (Did not use "The Odyssey" or "The Iliad" as the title.)
_____Student cited all research sources used to create the comic strip
3pts. = Well done 2pts. = Satisfactory 1pts = Incomplete or Needs Improvement
_____Each frame explained an important event from the Odyssey or Iliad.
_____Captions and/or dialogue were clearly explained.
_____Drawings were interesting and appropriate.
_____Drawings, etc., were appropriately colored.
_____Drawings were done with care and contained no stick figures
_____The comic strip and/or writing was neatly presented.
_____There were no more than two grammatical errors.
_____Comic Strip turned in by due date. (worth one point)
_____Total Points earned out of 28 points
Comic Strip Project
Using 8 or more appropriately sized frames, you are expected to create a comic strip containing detailed illustrations depicting the main points of Homer's Odyssey, as read in class. Your comic strip should tell a story from beginning to end. This is your chance to be creative, so have some fun. The comic strip will be worth 26 points.
Would you prefer an enrichment assignment? You have two choices. Only choose one. You must site your sources on the back of your comic strip.
1. The Odyssey read in class did not include all of the journeys and obstacles Odysseus’ faced. Do some research on your own to find out what was missing from our in class reading. Then create a comic that explains all of his challenges.
2. Instead of illustrating the Odyssey, do some additional research to create a comic strip depicting the main points of Homer’s Iliad which covers the Trojan War.
Be sure to include the following in your comic strip:
*Put name, period, and date, at the top of the paper.
*Create a clever title. Do not use "The Odyssey" or "The Iliad" as the title.
*Each frame must depict an important event from the Odyssey or Iliad.
*Captions and/or dialogue should be clearly explained.
*The drawings should be interesting and appropriate.
*The drawings, etc. must be colored appropriately.
*The comic strip and/or writing must be neatly presented.
* Be sure to edit for grammatical errors.
*All drawings should be done with care and contain no stick figures.
*If pencil is used, trace over all pencil with a thin marker, black, or gray colored
pencil. Remember each frame and figure must be colored.
*Pen should not be used on the drawings.
*Although, you may use pen when writing the captions. Do not write the captions in pencil.
In addition to the above, students not doing the enrichment assingnment must include the following events in their comic strip:
1. Odysseus leaving Troy
2. Odysseus’ ship blown off course
3. The crew land on the island with the Cyclopes
4. Tell what happened on the Cyclope island
5. Tell how the crew end up at Circe’s island
6. Explain what happened on Circe’s island
7. Tell what happened when they came near the Sirens
8. Explailn the Charbidis and Scylla event
9. Explain what happened when Odyssess met Calypso
10. Tell what happened when Odysseus returned home
----------------Please clip and return to Ms. Alexander, only if you plan to do the enrichment assignment-------------------
Student Name_______________________________________________ Per. _____________
______I plan to do the enrichment assignment. My enrichment choice is _____________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Parent Signature_________________________________________________Date_________________________
Greek Comic Strip Assessment (worth 26 points)
2 points = Yes 1 point = Somewhat 0 = No
_____Put name, period, and date on comic strip.
_____Created a clever title. (Did not use "The Odyssey" or "The Iliad" as the title.)
3pts. = Well done 2pts. = Satisfactory 1pts = Incomplete or Needs Improvement
_____Each frame explained an important event from the Odyssey or Iliad.
_____Captions and/or dialogue were clearly explained.
_____Drawings were interesting and appropriate.
_____Drawings, etc., were appropriately colored.
_____Drawings were done with care and contained no stick figures
_____The comic strip and/or writing was neatly presented.
_____There were no more than two grammatical errors.
_____Comic Strip turned in by due date. (worth one point)
_____Total Points earned out of 26 points
Enrichment Assessment- Greek Comic Strip (worth 28 points)
2 points = Yes 1 point = Somewhat 0 = No
_____Put name, period, and date on comic strip.
_____Created a clever title. (Did not use "The Odyssey" or "The Iliad" as the title.)
_____Student cited all research sources used to create the comic strip
3pts. = Well done 2pts. = Satisfactory 1pts = Incomplete or Needs Improvement
_____Each frame explained an important event from the Odyssey or Iliad.
_____Captions and/or dialogue were clearly explained.
_____Drawings were interesting and appropriate.
_____Drawings, etc., were appropriately colored.
_____Drawings were done with care and contained no stick figures
_____The comic strip and/or writing was neatly presented.
_____There were no more than two grammatical errors.
_____Comic Strip turned in by due date. (worth one point)
_____Total Points earned out of 28 points
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 5, 2007
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 5, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students received information about a comic strip project, last week. It is due Nov. 8th. Many students have not gotten the letter signed and/or shown me a draft. It is due a.s.a. p.
*Some of the new textbooks have perforated pages that do not stay intact. If your child’s home textbook is having this problem please jot a short note at the bottom of this syllabus.
*There will be a test covering Ch 10, on Nov. 20th, right before the Thanksgiving holiday. If your child will not be at school that week he/she may take the test before leaving for vacation.
*Students will receive their Ch. 9 social studies test on Wednesday. This time, I only want the test signed by a parent if the student earn a C or lower on the test.
Monday, November 5–
Review Section 1 homework questions # 2-4 and complete # 5 in class
Work on Comic Strip or begin homework
Homework: Define: aristocrats, ephors, artisans, Council of Elders, helots, perioeci
Work on Comic Strip project-Due Nov. 8th
Tuesday, November 6–
In groups, read and discuss pp. 164-166 (Intro to Sparta and Aristocrats, Helots, & Perioeci section)
Complete a Spartan government & social order hierarchy
Homework: Work on Comic Strip project-Due Nov. 8th
Wednesday, November 7–
Read pp. 166-167 (Spartan Way of Life section)
Complete guided notes
Homework: Finish Comic Strip - DueThurs.
Thursday, November 8–
Share comic strip project
Begin Map of Greek city-states
Homework: Finish Map
Friday, November 9 –
Introduce Athens
Watch movie
Homework: None!
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Nov. 5, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students received information about a comic strip project, last week. It is due Nov. 8th. Many students have not gotten the letter signed and/or shown me a draft. It is due a.s.a. p.
*Some of the new textbooks have perforated pages that do not stay intact. If your child’s home textbook is having this problem please jot a short note at the bottom of this syllabus.
*There will be a test covering Ch 10, on Nov. 20th, right before the Thanksgiving holiday. If your child will not be at school that week he/she may take the test before leaving for vacation.
*Students will receive their Ch. 9 social studies test on Wednesday. This time, I only want the test signed by a parent if the student earn a C or lower on the test.
Monday, November 5–
Review Section 1 homework questions # 2-4 and complete # 5 in class
Work on Comic Strip or begin homework
Homework: Define: aristocrats, ephors, artisans, Council of Elders, helots, perioeci
Work on Comic Strip project-Due Nov. 8th
Tuesday, November 6–
In groups, read and discuss pp. 164-166 (Intro to Sparta and Aristocrats, Helots, & Perioeci section)
Complete a Spartan government & social order hierarchy
Homework: Work on Comic Strip project-Due Nov. 8th
Wednesday, November 7–
Read pp. 166-167 (Spartan Way of Life section)
Complete guided notes
Homework: Finish Comic Strip - DueThurs.
Thursday, November 8–
Share comic strip project
Begin Map of Greek city-states
Homework: Finish Map
Friday, November 9 –
Introduce Athens
Watch movie
Homework: None!
Language Arts and Reading Syllabus: Week of Nov 5, 2007
Team 6-3 Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of November 5, 2007
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Email: jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
o Students are expected to complete a “Minor Gods” handout while reading this next section of the myth book. This sheet is due on Monday November 12.
o Students will begin working on a project for the Greek Myths this week. This project will be due on Thursday, November 15.
o Students will take a Minor Gods Comprehension and Vocabulary Test on Friday, November 16.
o Students participating in the Greek Myth enrichment group do not have to participate in the myth activities with the rest of the class. Instead they will work on selected enrichment projects. The projects are due November 12. They are also expected to finish the entire myth novel and complete a handout for the minor gods by November 12. On Monday November 12, enrichment students will receive a writing assignment that will be due on Tuesday, November 20.
o The third Reading Log is due on November 30. If students wish to include the Greek Myth book then the book must be completed by then.
o I plan to give a Word Wall # 4 retest for any student that rec’d a D or lower. It will be given on Thursday, during lunchtime.
Monday, November 5
Vocabulary for Eos, Helios, Selene, and Pan
Read Eos and Helios
Media Center for book return and Check out
Word Wall # 5 Chart
Homework: Read Selene and work on Minor Gods handout
Tuesday, November 6
Finish Think, Pair, Share activity from last week.
Vocabulary for Echo, Syrinx, The Wild & Vulgar Centaurs, and Orpheus
Read Pan and Echo
Capitalization Mixed Review
Homework: Read Syrinx and work on Minor Gods handout
Wednesday, November 7
Capitalization: Write a letter
Write 5 sentences using Minor Gods Vocabulary
Introduce Greek Myth Project- due November 15
Homework: Capitalization Proofreading. Work on Greek Myth Project.
Thursday, November 8
Review Grammar Homework
Read The Wild & Vulgar Centaurs and Asclepius
Work on Minor Gods Handout
Word Wall chart is due
Homework: Read The Nine Muses. Work on Greek Myth Project
Friday, November 9
Read Orpheus and The Muses
Finish Minor God Sheet
Word Wall Quiz # 5
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND! Don’t forget to work on Myth Project!
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of November 5, 2007
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Email: jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
o Students are expected to complete a “Minor Gods” handout while reading this next section of the myth book. This sheet is due on Monday November 12.
o Students will begin working on a project for the Greek Myths this week. This project will be due on Thursday, November 15.
o Students will take a Minor Gods Comprehension and Vocabulary Test on Friday, November 16.
o Students participating in the Greek Myth enrichment group do not have to participate in the myth activities with the rest of the class. Instead they will work on selected enrichment projects. The projects are due November 12. They are also expected to finish the entire myth novel and complete a handout for the minor gods by November 12. On Monday November 12, enrichment students will receive a writing assignment that will be due on Tuesday, November 20.
o The third Reading Log is due on November 30. If students wish to include the Greek Myth book then the book must be completed by then.
o I plan to give a Word Wall # 4 retest for any student that rec’d a D or lower. It will be given on Thursday, during lunchtime.
Monday, November 5
Vocabulary for Eos, Helios, Selene, and Pan
Read Eos and Helios
Media Center for book return and Check out
Word Wall # 5 Chart
Homework: Read Selene and work on Minor Gods handout
Tuesday, November 6
Finish Think, Pair, Share activity from last week.
Vocabulary for Echo, Syrinx, The Wild & Vulgar Centaurs, and Orpheus
Read Pan and Echo
Capitalization Mixed Review
Homework: Read Syrinx and work on Minor Gods handout
Wednesday, November 7
Capitalization: Write a letter
Write 5 sentences using Minor Gods Vocabulary
Introduce Greek Myth Project- due November 15
Homework: Capitalization Proofreading. Work on Greek Myth Project.
Thursday, November 8
Review Grammar Homework
Read The Wild & Vulgar Centaurs and Asclepius
Work on Minor Gods Handout
Word Wall chart is due
Homework: Read The Nine Muses. Work on Greek Myth Project
Friday, November 9
Read Orpheus and The Muses
Finish Minor God Sheet
Word Wall Quiz # 5
Homework: Have a FANTASTIC WEEKEND! Don’t forget to work on Myth Project!
Monday, October 29, 2007
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of Oct. 22-Nov. 2, 2007
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of October 29 - Nov. 2, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
* Last week, students were told about our upcoming test on Oct. 31st. They wrote it in their planner. Students also received their anticipation guide to use as a study guide. There is additional information written on the back of the study guide.
*Students will receive information about a comic strip project, this week. It is due Nov. 8th. Please sign the form and have students show me your signature. The form will be returned home the same day.
Monday, October 29 –
Finish reading Odyssey play
Review Section 1 and 2 Assessment questions pp. 155 & 160
Homework: Study for test
Tuesday, October 30 –
Review Homer’s Iliad puzzle and Odyssey worksheets
Review for test – play game
Homework: Study for test
Wednesday, October 31 –
Take test
Introduce Comic Strip project- Due Thursday, Nov. 8th
Work on Comic Strip, time permitting-
Homework: Bring Comic Strip ideas on Thurs.
Get Comic Strip Project letter signed – due Fri.
Thursday, November 1–
Introduce Ch. 10 and vocabulary words – complete Anticipation Guide
Work on Comic Strip
Homework: Work on Comic Strip
Define vocabulary words: polis, acropolis, and agora
Friday, November 2 –
Read and discuss pp. 163 – 164
Complete Section 1 questions p164 # 2 - 5
Homework: Work on Comic Strip & finish questions, if necessary
Social Studies Syllabus: Week of October 29 - Nov. 2, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
* Last week, students were told about our upcoming test on Oct. 31st. They wrote it in their planner. Students also received their anticipation guide to use as a study guide. There is additional information written on the back of the study guide.
*Students will receive information about a comic strip project, this week. It is due Nov. 8th. Please sign the form and have students show me your signature. The form will be returned home the same day.
Monday, October 29 –
Finish reading Odyssey play
Review Section 1 and 2 Assessment questions pp. 155 & 160
Homework: Study for test
Tuesday, October 30 –
Review Homer’s Iliad puzzle and Odyssey worksheets
Review for test – play game
Homework: Study for test
Wednesday, October 31 –
Take test
Introduce Comic Strip project- Due Thursday, Nov. 8th
Work on Comic Strip, time permitting-
Homework: Bring Comic Strip ideas on Thurs.
Get Comic Strip Project letter signed – due Fri.
Thursday, November 1–
Introduce Ch. 10 and vocabulary words – complete Anticipation Guide
Work on Comic Strip
Homework: Work on Comic Strip
Define vocabulary words: polis, acropolis, and agora
Friday, November 2 –
Read and discuss pp. 163 – 164
Complete Section 1 questions p164 # 2 - 5
Homework: Work on Comic Strip & finish questions, if necessary
Language Arts and Reading Syllabus: Oct. 29 - Nov 2, 2007
Team 6-3 Ms. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 29, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o On Tuesday, there will be a comprehension test over the first section of myth book, up to p. 69.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Students participating in the Greek Myth enrichment group do not have to participate in the myth activities with the rest of the class. Instead they will work on selected enrichment projects. The projects are due Nov. 9th. They are also expected to finish the entire myth novel and complete a handout for the minor gods.
o Students wishing to retake their pictures will take retake their pictures on Tuesday Oct. 30 and must return the pictures in order to retake them.
o Students have received a letter in their Thursday’s packet, regarding appropriate Halloween costumes, behavior, and informing them they need to donate a can good if they plan to wear a costume on Halloween. Children are not allowed to bring candy to school on Halloween.
o All students are expected to complete a “Minor Gods” handout while reading this next section of the myth book.
Monday, October 29
Review for test- Jeopardy Game
Spelling Lesson 5: Take Spelling pretest and discuss p. 24
Homework: Reading- Study for test and reading logs are due on Tuesday
Spelling: P. 25 Pt A
Tuesday, October 30
Reading: Take myth test. Read p. 70 -71 in myth book and make a prediction
Spelling Lesson 5: Review P. 25 Pt. A and do Pt. B
Homework: None
Wednesday, October 31
Reading: Review pp.70-71, vocabulary, read, & review Prometheus myth
Prometheus comprehension handout
Values handout regarding Prometheus myth
Spelling Lesson 5: Review Pt. B
Homework: Spelling P. 26 Pt. C (Top)– Dictionary only
Thursday, November 1
Reading: Vocabulary, read, & review Pandora myth
Spelling Lesson 5: Review homework and review for test
Homework: Read Nemesis myth
Spelling –Study for test
Friday, November 2 - Schedule Change – Reading /LArts in A.M. (teachers will explain)
Reading: Read and discuss Prometheus poem
“Think Pair Share” activity- regarding Prometheus, Pandora, & Nemesis myths
Spelling Lesson 5: Take spelling test
Homework: None
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 29, 2007
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Important Information:
o On Tuesday, there will be a comprehension test over the first section of myth book, up to p. 69.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Students participating in the Greek Myth enrichment group do not have to participate in the myth activities with the rest of the class. Instead they will work on selected enrichment projects. The projects are due Nov. 9th. They are also expected to finish the entire myth novel and complete a handout for the minor gods.
o Students wishing to retake their pictures will take retake their pictures on Tuesday Oct. 30 and must return the pictures in order to retake them.
o Students have received a letter in their Thursday’s packet, regarding appropriate Halloween costumes, behavior, and informing them they need to donate a can good if they plan to wear a costume on Halloween. Children are not allowed to bring candy to school on Halloween.
o All students are expected to complete a “Minor Gods” handout while reading this next section of the myth book.
Monday, October 29
Review for test- Jeopardy Game
Spelling Lesson 5: Take Spelling pretest and discuss p. 24
Homework: Reading- Study for test and reading logs are due on Tuesday
Spelling: P. 25 Pt A
Tuesday, October 30
Reading: Take myth test. Read p. 70 -71 in myth book and make a prediction
Spelling Lesson 5: Review P. 25 Pt. A and do Pt. B
Homework: None
Wednesday, October 31
Reading: Review pp.70-71, vocabulary, read, & review Prometheus myth
Prometheus comprehension handout
Values handout regarding Prometheus myth
Spelling Lesson 5: Review Pt. B
Homework: Spelling P. 26 Pt. C (Top)– Dictionary only
Thursday, November 1
Reading: Vocabulary, read, & review Pandora myth
Spelling Lesson 5: Review homework and review for test
Homework: Read Nemesis myth
Spelling –Study for test
Friday, November 2 - Schedule Change – Reading /LArts in A.M. (teachers will explain)
Reading: Read and discuss Prometheus poem
“Think Pair Share” activity- regarding Prometheus, Pandora, & Nemesis myths
Spelling Lesson 5: Take spelling test
Homework: None
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Language Arts and Reading Syllabus - Oct. 22, 2007
Team 6-3 Ms. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 22, 2007 (updated Oct. 24th)
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Important Information:
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Students participating in the Greek Myth enrichment group must take a test on Wed. over the first section to show mastery. If they receive a score above 90%, they will be assigned a variety of differentiated projects and activities to complete.
o Students will take a Greek Myth Vocabulary Test on Friday, October 26. They will also have a comprehension test over the first section of myths on Tuesday, October 30.
o This is Red Ribbon Week. Each day of the week has a theme for students to follow to show they are drug free. Please note the themes listed below.
Monday, October 22 (Wear Red)
Copy vocabulary and complete element charts for Apollo and Artemis
Complete Word Wall Chart # 4
Media Center to check out and return books
Homework: Use given study guide to study for myth vocabulary test
Finish Word Wall Chart
Tuesday, October 23 (Hawaiian Day)
Review Apollo and Artemis element charts
Copy vocabulary, read, and chart Hermes and Hades
Homework:
Wednesday, October 24 (Crazy Hair Day)
Grammar: Capitalization of First Words and Titles- Language Network pp. 189-190
Copy vocabulary, read, and chart Persephone and Dionysus
Review Word Wall Chart
Homework: Complete Greek Myth Vocabulary Crossword- Due Thursday
Grammar in Math – p. 199 Pt A only
Thursday, October 25 (Twin Day)
Take Word Wall Test
Review element charts
Grammar: Complete Practice and Apply page 191
Grammar: Capitalization of Places and Transportation- Language Network pp. 193-194
Myth- Venn diagram activity
Homework: Study for your vocabulary test.
Finish the Venn diagram, if necessary.
Friday, October 26 (Sports Team Day)
Greek Myth vocabulary test
Gods of Olympus- worksheet
Grammar: Complete Parts A and B page 195
Grammar: Capitalization of Organizations and Other Subjects- L/Network pp. 196-197
Grammar: Complete Practice and Apply p. 197
Homework: Don’t forget to study for Greek Myth comprehension test next week.
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 22, 2007 (updated Oct. 24th)
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Important Information:
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Students participating in the Greek Myth enrichment group must take a test on Wed. over the first section to show mastery. If they receive a score above 90%, they will be assigned a variety of differentiated projects and activities to complete.
o Students will take a Greek Myth Vocabulary Test on Friday, October 26. They will also have a comprehension test over the first section of myths on Tuesday, October 30.
o This is Red Ribbon Week. Each day of the week has a theme for students to follow to show they are drug free. Please note the themes listed below.
Monday, October 22 (Wear Red)
Copy vocabulary and complete element charts for Apollo and Artemis
Complete Word Wall Chart # 4
Media Center to check out and return books
Homework: Use given study guide to study for myth vocabulary test
Finish Word Wall Chart
Tuesday, October 23 (Hawaiian Day)
Review Apollo and Artemis element charts
Copy vocabulary, read, and chart Hermes and Hades
Homework:
Wednesday, October 24 (Crazy Hair Day)
Grammar: Capitalization of First Words and Titles- Language Network pp. 189-190
Copy vocabulary, read, and chart Persephone and Dionysus
Review Word Wall Chart
Homework: Complete Greek Myth Vocabulary Crossword- Due Thursday
Grammar in Math – p. 199 Pt A only
Thursday, October 25 (Twin Day)
Take Word Wall Test
Review element charts
Grammar: Complete Practice and Apply page 191
Grammar: Capitalization of Places and Transportation- Language Network pp. 193-194
Myth- Venn diagram activity
Homework: Study for your vocabulary test.
Finish the Venn diagram, if necessary.
Friday, October 26 (Sports Team Day)
Greek Myth vocabulary test
Gods of Olympus- worksheet
Grammar: Complete Parts A and B page 195
Grammar: Capitalization of Organizations and Other Subjects- L/Network pp. 196-197
Grammar: Complete Practice and Apply p. 197
Homework: Don’t forget to study for Greek Myth comprehension test next week.
Social Studies Syllabus - Week of October 22nd
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus - Week of October 22, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students received their tests back last Thursday. If you haven’t signed the test please do .
*Students who failed the S.S. test or received a D will have the opportunity to increase their grade to a 70% by making corrections to the test that is equal to 70% or greater. Items should be numbered and it must be done on a separate sheet of paper. It is due by Wed.
Monday, October 22 –
Read and discuss pp. 155, 157, 158-top of p. 160
Homework: Finish reading pp. 155-160, if necessary
Define: megaron, tenants, Homer, Iliad, Odyssey, and civil wars
Tuesday, October 23 –
In groups, complete Section 2 Assessment questions on p. 160 # 2 – 5
Discuss causes and effects of the Trojan War
Discuss and define additional vocabulary words: pirate fleets, seafaring, navigate
Homework: None
Wednesday, October 24 –
Review Section 1 Assessment questions
Watch movie: Ancient Aegeans
Discuss and define vocabulary from movie: Linear A , Linear B, Cyclops, King Minos, Thera
Homework: Complete Homer’s Iliad puzzle – due Friday, October 25
Thursday, October 24–
Begin to read Odyssey play
Homework: Complete Homer’s Odyssey worksheet- due Friday, October 25
Friday, October 25 –
Finish reading Odyssey play
Review homework, time permitting
Homework: None
Social Studies Syllabus - Week of October 22, 2007
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students received their tests back last Thursday. If you haven’t signed the test please do .
*Students who failed the S.S. test or received a D will have the opportunity to increase their grade to a 70% by making corrections to the test that is equal to 70% or greater. Items should be numbered and it must be done on a separate sheet of paper. It is due by Wed.
Monday, October 22 –
Read and discuss pp. 155, 157, 158-top of p. 160
Homework: Finish reading pp. 155-160, if necessary
Define: megaron, tenants, Homer, Iliad, Odyssey, and civil wars
Tuesday, October 23 –
In groups, complete Section 2 Assessment questions on p. 160 # 2 – 5
Discuss causes and effects of the Trojan War
Discuss and define additional vocabulary words: pirate fleets, seafaring, navigate
Homework: None
Wednesday, October 24 –
Review Section 1 Assessment questions
Watch movie: Ancient Aegeans
Discuss and define vocabulary from movie: Linear A , Linear B, Cyclops, King Minos, Thera
Homework: Complete Homer’s Iliad puzzle – due Friday, October 25
Thursday, October 24–
Begin to read Odyssey play
Homework: Complete Homer’s Odyssey worksheet- due Friday, October 25
Friday, October 25 –
Finish reading Odyssey play
Review homework, time permitting
Homework: None
Monday, October 15, 2007
Social Studies Syllabus - Week of October 15th
Mrs. Alexander -Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of October 15, 2007 (Updated Oct. 15th 5:55 p.m.)
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students will receive their tests back by Thursday.
*Don’t forget, portfolio conferences will be held on Thursday of this week, with your child’s reading/language arts teacher. Your child must come with you to the conference.
Monday, October 15 –
Read and discuss culture in resource book: To See A World
Define and give examples of: culture, custom, institution, beliefs, and values
Homework: None
Tuesday, October 16 –
Finish discussing culture
Introduce Chapter 9- The Greeks
Complete anticipation guide
Begin reading and discussing pp. 151-155
Homework: None
Wednesday, October 17 –
Finish reading and discussing pp.151–155
Define the following words: Crete, bull leaping, Knossos, frescoes, labyrinth, parchment, shrines, Theseus, Minotaur
Homework: Finish defining above vocabulary words
Thursday, October 18–1/2 Day – Students dismissed at noon
Review map-p. 165
Discussion group activity
Homework: Complete Section One Assessment questions on p.155 - # 2- 6 - due Monday Oct. 22nd
Friday, October 19 – 1/2 Day – Students dismissed at noon
No class today
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of October 15, 2007 (Updated Oct. 15th 5:55 p.m.)
Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students will receive their tests back by Thursday.
*Don’t forget, portfolio conferences will be held on Thursday of this week, with your child’s reading/language arts teacher. Your child must come with you to the conference.
Monday, October 15 –
Read and discuss culture in resource book: To See A World
Define and give examples of: culture, custom, institution, beliefs, and values
Homework: None
Tuesday, October 16 –
Finish discussing culture
Introduce Chapter 9- The Greeks
Complete anticipation guide
Begin reading and discussing pp. 151-155
Homework: None
Wednesday, October 17 –
Finish reading and discussing pp.151–155
Define the following words: Crete, bull leaping, Knossos, frescoes, labyrinth, parchment, shrines, Theseus, Minotaur
Homework: Finish defining above vocabulary words
Thursday, October 18–1/2 Day – Students dismissed at noon
Review map-p. 165
Discussion group activity
Homework: Complete Section One Assessment questions on p.155 - # 2- 6 - due Monday Oct. 22nd
Friday, October 19 – 1/2 Day – Students dismissed at noon
No class today
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus - Week of October 15th
Team 6-3 Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 15, 2007 (updated Oct. 15th 5:55 p.m.)
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Important Information:
o Progress reports were sent home last Friday. Please sign and return it to me.
o Greek Myth book will be assigned today. Please send a 2 gal Ziploc bag with your child or buy one from me for 25 cents.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Don’t forget that conferences are this week, Thursday Oct. 18th. If you have not signed up for a conference please get In touch with me a.s.a.p.
o Our read-a-thon and P.J. day is Friday, Oct. 19th. Besides bringing several good books to read, students may bring only one of the following: a pillow, blanket, or stuffed animal. He/she may also bring a healthy snack.
o On Monday, I gave selected students the opportunity to participate in an enrichment group for the Greek Myths. Students participating in this group must thoroughly read and chart the first section of the book (up to page 69), and be ready to take a test on the material on Monday, Oct. 22nd. If the student passes the test he/she will work independently on several projects, and then finish reading the rest of the Greek Myth book.
Monday, October 15
Spelling- Take pretest for Lesson 4 and discuss p. 20
Reading- Vocabulary for Hera, Hephaestus, & Aphrodite, read and discuss myths, and do charts
Homework: Read Aphrodite and Ares myth and complete story element charts
Tuesday, October 16
Spelling- Do Spelling Master 4B and begin p. 21 Pt B and discuss
Reading- Vocabulary for Ares, Athena, and Poseidon. Review homework then read and discuss Athena myth and do the myth element chart
Homework: Finish spelling, if necessary
Read Poseidon and complete story element chart
Wednesday, October 17
Spelling- Do p. 22 Build Word Power and discuss
Reading- Vocabulary for Apollo & Artemis. Review Poseidon myth then read and discuss Apollo and Artemis myths, and do myth charts
Homework: Spelling - Remember to study for spelling test on Friday
Finish reading Artemis myth and do chart, if necessary
Thursday, October 18 – ½ day No Class - Students dismissed at noon
Friday, October 19 – Read-a-thon and Pajama Day - ½ Day- Students dismissed at noon
Spelling – Take test for Lesson 4
Read-a-thon
Homework: None! Enjoy your weekend!
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 15, 2007 (updated Oct. 15th 5:55 p.m.)
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Important Information:
o Progress reports were sent home last Friday. Please sign and return it to me.
o Greek Myth book will be assigned today. Please send a 2 gal Ziploc bag with your child or buy one from me for 25 cents.
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Don’t forget that conferences are this week, Thursday Oct. 18th. If you have not signed up for a conference please get In touch with me a.s.a.p.
o Our read-a-thon and P.J. day is Friday, Oct. 19th. Besides bringing several good books to read, students may bring only one of the following: a pillow, blanket, or stuffed animal. He/she may also bring a healthy snack.
o On Monday, I gave selected students the opportunity to participate in an enrichment group for the Greek Myths. Students participating in this group must thoroughly read and chart the first section of the book (up to page 69), and be ready to take a test on the material on Monday, Oct. 22nd. If the student passes the test he/she will work independently on several projects, and then finish reading the rest of the Greek Myth book.
Monday, October 15
Spelling- Take pretest for Lesson 4 and discuss p. 20
Reading- Vocabulary for Hera, Hephaestus, & Aphrodite, read and discuss myths, and do charts
Homework: Read Aphrodite and Ares myth and complete story element charts
Tuesday, October 16
Spelling- Do Spelling Master 4B and begin p. 21 Pt B and discuss
Reading- Vocabulary for Ares, Athena, and Poseidon. Review homework then read and discuss Athena myth and do the myth element chart
Homework: Finish spelling, if necessary
Read Poseidon and complete story element chart
Wednesday, October 17
Spelling- Do p. 22 Build Word Power and discuss
Reading- Vocabulary for Apollo & Artemis. Review Poseidon myth then read and discuss Apollo and Artemis myths, and do myth charts
Homework: Spelling - Remember to study for spelling test on Friday
Finish reading Artemis myth and do chart, if necessary
Thursday, October 18 – ½ day No Class - Students dismissed at noon
Friday, October 19 – Read-a-thon and Pajama Day - ½ Day- Students dismissed at noon
Spelling – Take test for Lesson 4
Read-a-thon
Homework: None! Enjoy your weekend!
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Social Studies Study Guide Part 2-Sections 1 -3 (pp. 5-21)
Chapter One Study Guide - Part 2 (pp. 5 – 21)
1. Study these Elements of Geography: World in Spatial Terms, Human Systems, and
Environment and Society.
2. Know where the 7 continents and four oceans are located on a map.
Answer the following questions. You use the back of this paper, if necessary
3. What are the four major landforms?
4. What is a common cause of earthquakes?
5. What happens at the core that can cause volcanoes?
6. What is the connection between tectonic plates and continental drift?
7. How can scientists tell that the Pangaea theory is possible?
8. What are the three forces that can change the earth’s surface?
9. What are the three climate zones?
9A. What determines the temperature in these zones?
10. Give an example of a renewable resource:
11. What makes fossil fuel a non renewable resource?
12. Give another example of a non renewable resource:
13. Why do we need to preserve our natural resources?
14. How have natural resources affected the history of the United States?
1. Study these Elements of Geography: World in Spatial Terms, Human Systems, and
Environment and Society.
2. Know where the 7 continents and four oceans are located on a map.
Answer the following questions. You use the back of this paper, if necessary
3. What are the four major landforms?
4. What is a common cause of earthquakes?
5. What happens at the core that can cause volcanoes?
6. What is the connection between tectonic plates and continental drift?
7. How can scientists tell that the Pangaea theory is possible?
8. What are the three forces that can change the earth’s surface?
9. What are the three climate zones?
9A. What determines the temperature in these zones?
10. Give an example of a renewable resource:
11. What makes fossil fuel a non renewable resource?
12. Give another example of a non renewable resource:
13. Why do we need to preserve our natural resources?
14. How have natural resources affected the history of the United States?
Social Studies Syllabus - October 8, 2007
Mrs. Alexander Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of October 8, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
* We will have a test on the geography concepts found on pp. 5-21, on this Friday.
* My students received another study guide for Friday’s test on Tuesday.
*Progress reports go home Friday, October 12th
Monday, October 8 – No School- Columbus Day Holiday
Tuesday, October 9–
Finish reviewing last week’s study guide. Students should make changes to incorrect answers.
Define: natural resources, minerals, renewable resources, nonrenewable resources
Review pp. 19 – 21 with graphic organizer
Homework: Finish graphic organizer, if necessary
Begin to complete new study guide – due Thursday
Wednesday, October 10–
Watch movie
Work on study guide
Homework: Finish new study guide – due Thursday
Thursday, October 11–
Review study guide
Homework: Study for test
Friday, October 12–
Take test
Homework: None
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of October 8, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
* We will have a test on the geography concepts found on pp. 5-21, on this Friday.
* My students received another study guide for Friday’s test on Tuesday.
*Progress reports go home Friday, October 12th
Monday, October 8 – No School- Columbus Day Holiday
Tuesday, October 9–
Finish reviewing last week’s study guide. Students should make changes to incorrect answers.
Define: natural resources, minerals, renewable resources, nonrenewable resources
Review pp. 19 – 21 with graphic organizer
Homework: Finish graphic organizer, if necessary
Begin to complete new study guide – due Thursday
Wednesday, October 10–
Watch movie
Work on study guide
Homework: Finish new study guide – due Thursday
Thursday, October 11–
Review study guide
Homework: Study for test
Friday, October 12–
Take test
Homework: None
Language Arts/Reading Syllabus - October 8,2007
Team 6-3 Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 8, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Confirmation of conference times were sent home on Tuesday, Oct 2. Please let me know if you are unable to attend at that time. If you have yet to sign up for a conference please contact me.
o We will begin reading the Greek Myths this week. Students must have a two-gallon Ziploc bag to store their books in. If you do not have one at home you can purchase one from me for 25 cents.
o Students will take a grammar test on Thursday, October 11
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o If your student received a D or lower on the Seedfolks, he/she must get it signed by a parent. It was given back to only those students, last week. Please sign and return it to me a.s.a.p.
Monday, October 8- No School due to Columbus Day
Tuesday, October 9
Word Wall Chart
Language Network book -Fragments and run-ons
Do Pt. A Concept Check and Challenge on p. 25 in L/Network book
Introduce D’Aulaires’ book of Greek Myths and elements of a myth
Read and discuss In Olden Times & Gaea short stories
Complete Greek Myth story element chart
Homework – Study for diagramming/grammar test
Finish Word Chart – due Thursday
Wednesday, October 10
Review for diagramming test on Thursday
Discuss “Show Me What You Know” survey
Copy vocabulary and read Titans myths
Complete Greek Myth story element chart
Homework – Study for diagramming/grammar test
Finish myth chart, if necessary
Thursday, October 11 - Stuffing Day
We will prepare (stuff) our portfolios for conferences on Oct. 18th.
Take diagramming/grammar test
Copy vocabulary for Cronus & Zeus myth
Read and discuss Cronus myth
Homework- Finish myth chart, if necessary
Study for Word Wall Test
Friday, October 12
Take Word Wall Test
Complete fragment and run-on worksheet
Review chart for Cronus myth
Read & discuss Zeus and His Family myth and complete chart
Homework – None
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 8, 2007
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Important Information:
o Confirmation of conference times were sent home on Tuesday, Oct 2. Please let me know if you are unable to attend at that time. If you have yet to sign up for a conference please contact me.
o We will begin reading the Greek Myths this week. Students must have a two-gallon Ziploc bag to store their books in. If you do not have one at home you can purchase one from me for 25 cents.
o Students will take a grammar test on Thursday, October 11
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o If your student received a D or lower on the Seedfolks, he/she must get it signed by a parent. It was given back to only those students, last week. Please sign and return it to me a.s.a.p.
Monday, October 8- No School due to Columbus Day
Tuesday, October 9
Word Wall Chart
Language Network book -Fragments and run-ons
Do Pt. A Concept Check and Challenge on p. 25 in L/Network book
Introduce D’Aulaires’ book of Greek Myths and elements of a myth
Read and discuss In Olden Times & Gaea short stories
Complete Greek Myth story element chart
Homework – Study for diagramming/grammar test
Finish Word Chart – due Thursday
Wednesday, October 10
Review for diagramming test on Thursday
Discuss “Show Me What You Know” survey
Copy vocabulary and read Titans myths
Complete Greek Myth story element chart
Homework – Study for diagramming/grammar test
Finish myth chart, if necessary
Thursday, October 11 - Stuffing Day
We will prepare (stuff) our portfolios for conferences on Oct. 18th.
Take diagramming/grammar test
Copy vocabulary for Cronus & Zeus myth
Read and discuss Cronus myth
Homework- Finish myth chart, if necessary
Study for Word Wall Test
Friday, October 12
Take Word Wall Test
Complete fragment and run-on worksheet
Review chart for Cronus myth
Read & discuss Zeus and His Family myth and complete chart
Homework – None
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Social Studies Study Guide- Section Two pp. 9-18
Social Studies Questions (refer to PP. 9 – 18 in your textbook)
Complete each question in the space provided. If you need more space to complete an answer, use the back of this paper. Be sure to keep this paper and use it as a study guide for your test next Friday, on October 12th.
1. Give one example how wind erosion has helped people.
2. Give one example how wind erosion has not helped people.
3. How have glaciers affect humans in the past?
4. How have glaciers affected the physical geography in the past?
5. Specifically explain how landforms determined where people would live.
6. Specifically explain how landforms have affected the way nations set up their
governments.
7. Why did early civilizations prefer to settle near waterways?
8. Explain the difference between climate and weather?
9. Tell three things that determine (or shape) our climate? Be sure to explain how each of
these things affect our climate.
A.
B.
C.
Social Studies Questions PP. 9 – 18 (Continued)
10. How can a place’s latitude help you predict temperatures in that region?
11. Why did the ancient Incan’s prefer to settle in the Andes Mountains in Peru instead of
living along the Pacific coast?
12. How do mountains affect precipitation?
13. What has the lack of warm water ports and harbors caused Russia to do in the past?
(Be sure to explain)
Complete each question in the space provided. If you need more space to complete an answer, use the back of this paper. Be sure to keep this paper and use it as a study guide for your test next Friday, on October 12th.
1. Give one example how wind erosion has helped people.
2. Give one example how wind erosion has not helped people.
3. How have glaciers affect humans in the past?
4. How have glaciers affected the physical geography in the past?
5. Specifically explain how landforms determined where people would live.
6. Specifically explain how landforms have affected the way nations set up their
governments.
7. Why did early civilizations prefer to settle near waterways?
8. Explain the difference between climate and weather?
9. Tell three things that determine (or shape) our climate? Be sure to explain how each of
these things affect our climate.
A.
B.
C.
Social Studies Questions PP. 9 – 18 (Continued)
10. How can a place’s latitude help you predict temperatures in that region?
11. Why did the ancient Incan’s prefer to settle in the Andes Mountains in Peru instead of
living along the Pacific coast?
12. How do mountains affect precipitation?
13. What has the lack of warm water ports and harbors caused Russia to do in the past?
(Be sure to explain)
Monday, October 1, 2007
Language Arts Syllabus- October 1, 2007
Team 6-3 Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 1, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Students received their essays back on Monday. The final draft is due on Thursday, Oct. 4th.
o Confirmation of conference times will be sent home on Tuesday, Oct 2. Please let me know if you
are unable to attend at that time. If you have yet to sign up for a conference please contact me.
o We will begin reading the Greek Myths next week. Students must have a two-gallon Ziploc bag to store their books in.
If you do not have one at home you can purchase one from me for 25 cents.
o Students will take a grammar test on Thursday, October 11
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Per our Student Wellness and Fitness Initiative… if you plan to send in a treat for the class on your child’s birthday,
please be sure that you send in a healthy snack (i.e. veggies, fruit, pretzels, goldfish, etc.). If you have any question
please call or email me.
o All late work is due by Friday, Oct. 5th. Progress reports go home next Friday.
Monday, October 1
Bud Not Buddy, Show and Tell of 2-3 items
Spelling Pre-Test: Lesson 3
Discuss spelling rule (page 16) and begin Part A on p. 17
Socratic seminar expectations
Begin reading and marking Singapore Whipping article
Homework: Finish Spelling p. 17 – Part A only
Tuesday, October 2
Media Center Tables- Return, check out, and/or read pleasure books
Continue reading and marking Singapore Whipping
Media Center Computers- Learn how to log into computers
Homework: 1. Finish reading and marking Singapore Whipping.
2. Write at least two thought provoking questions that relate to the Singapore Whipping article. 3. You must have your article thoroughly marked and with you in class on Wednesday in order to participate in the Socratic Seminar.
Wednesday, October 3
Review Pt. A – p. 17
Spelling Lesson 3 - Part B
Socratic Seminar: Singapore Whipping
Homework: Finish P. 17 Part B, if necessary
Build Word Power- Spelling Master 3B
Thursday, October 4
Review Spelling Master 3B
The Watsons go to Birmingham- 1963: Foreshadowing Activity
SPARKLE
Homework: Study Spelling Words
Friday, October 5 - SPIRIT DAY! Wear Red and White or Julian Gear
Today we will attend an assembly so we will only have one period of LA/Rdg.
Spelling Test: Lesson 3
What do you know about the Greek Myths?
Homework: Enjoy your THREE-DAY weekend!
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of October 1, 2007
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Students received their essays back on Monday. The final draft is due on Thursday, Oct. 4th.
o Confirmation of conference times will be sent home on Tuesday, Oct 2. Please let me know if you
are unable to attend at that time. If you have yet to sign up for a conference please contact me.
o We will begin reading the Greek Myths next week. Students must have a two-gallon Ziploc bag to store their books in.
If you do not have one at home you can purchase one from me for 25 cents.
o Students will take a grammar test on Thursday, October 11
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.
o Per our Student Wellness and Fitness Initiative… if you plan to send in a treat for the class on your child’s birthday,
please be sure that you send in a healthy snack (i.e. veggies, fruit, pretzels, goldfish, etc.). If you have any question
please call or email me.
o All late work is due by Friday, Oct. 5th. Progress reports go home next Friday.
Monday, October 1
Bud Not Buddy, Show and Tell of 2-3 items
Spelling Pre-Test: Lesson 3
Discuss spelling rule (page 16) and begin Part A on p. 17
Socratic seminar expectations
Begin reading and marking Singapore Whipping article
Homework: Finish Spelling p. 17 – Part A only
Tuesday, October 2
Media Center Tables- Return, check out, and/or read pleasure books
Continue reading and marking Singapore Whipping
Media Center Computers- Learn how to log into computers
Homework: 1. Finish reading and marking Singapore Whipping.
2. Write at least two thought provoking questions that relate to the Singapore Whipping article. 3. You must have your article thoroughly marked and with you in class on Wednesday in order to participate in the Socratic Seminar.
Wednesday, October 3
Review Pt. A – p. 17
Spelling Lesson 3 - Part B
Socratic Seminar: Singapore Whipping
Homework: Finish P. 17 Part B, if necessary
Build Word Power- Spelling Master 3B
Thursday, October 4
Review Spelling Master 3B
The Watsons go to Birmingham- 1963: Foreshadowing Activity
SPARKLE
Homework: Study Spelling Words
Friday, October 5 - SPIRIT DAY! Wear Red and White or Julian Gear
Today we will attend an assembly so we will only have one period of LA/Rdg.
Spelling Test: Lesson 3
What do you know about the Greek Myths?
Homework: Enjoy your THREE-DAY weekend!
Social Studies Syllabus - October 1, 2007
Mrs. Alexander Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of October 1, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
* We will have a vocabulary test on the vocabulary words found on pp. 5-18, on this Friday. Students
should have the words defined in his/her social spiral. We will have a test covering the content discussed on
pp. 5-21 next Friday, Oct. 12th.
* All late work is due by this Friday including Parts of the Book, Elements of Geography, and definitions.
*Progress reports go home next Friday, October 12th.
Monday, October 1 –
Review definitions and finish discussing pp. 9-16
Homework: Finish Latitude and Longitude A-Z Map and Enrichment Activity
Tuesday, October 2–
Group Work: Begin questions on pp. 9-16
Homework: Draw pictures of vocabulary words. Use this as a study tool for the test. Due Thursday
Wednesday, October 3–
Continue to work on questions and discuss
Homework: Finish questions, if necessary
Thursday, October 4–
Review for vocabulary test
Review pp. 17 - 18
Homework: Study for test
Friday, October 5–
Take test
Read pp. 19-21
Homework: None assigned, but remember we will have a test next Friday (Oct. 12th) covering all the content discussed on pp. 5-21.
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of October 1, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
* We will have a vocabulary test on the vocabulary words found on pp. 5-18, on this Friday. Students
should have the words defined in his/her social spiral. We will have a test covering the content discussed on
pp. 5-21 next Friday, Oct. 12th.
* All late work is due by this Friday including Parts of the Book, Elements of Geography, and definitions.
*Progress reports go home next Friday, October 12th.
Monday, October 1 –
Review definitions and finish discussing pp. 9-16
Homework: Finish Latitude and Longitude A-Z Map and Enrichment Activity
Tuesday, October 2–
Group Work: Begin questions on pp. 9-16
Homework: Draw pictures of vocabulary words. Use this as a study tool for the test. Due Thursday
Wednesday, October 3–
Continue to work on questions and discuss
Homework: Finish questions, if necessary
Thursday, October 4–
Review for vocabulary test
Review pp. 17 - 18
Homework: Study for test
Friday, October 5–
Take test
Read pp. 19-21
Homework: None assigned, but remember we will have a test next Friday (Oct. 12th) covering all the content discussed on pp. 5-21.
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Language Arts/Reading Syllabus-September 24, 2007
Team 6-3 Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of September 24, 2007- updated September 25th
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Mrs. Alexander, Mr. Boyle, and I are in need of a parent from each of our classes to be our emergency caller parent. If interested, send us an email or leave a message on our voice mail. If you work at home or are easily accessible, this may be the right volunteer opportunity for you.
o Conference request forms will be sent home to all parents who did not attend Curriculum Night, on Monday. Please complete the conference form and return it a.s.a.p.
o Picture Day is Tues, 9/ 25. All students will take a picture for our yearbook even if he/she does not wish to purchase pictures. Remember to send the envelope and money with your child on Tuesday.
o We will discuss Bud, Not Buddy this week; be sure to have the summer reading guide completed by Friday, September 28.
o First Reading Log will be due on Thurs, 9/27. Each book must have a parent signature on the log. On Monday, I gave each child an extra copy of the reading log to keep at home in case the log is lost. Please feel free to photocopy the log if your child needs an extra copy.
o I am changing the due date of the final draft of the Seedfolks Writing Assignment. The new due date will be Thursday, Oct. 4th.
Monday, September 24
Review helping verbs p. 13 in Language Network book
Review for Seedfolks Test: Comprehension and Vocabulary
Introduce Word Wall words for this week
More peer editing
Homework: Study for Seedfolks Test
Tuesday, September 25
Seedfolks Comprehension and Vocabulary Test
Sentence Diagramming: Adjectives
Review and discuss literary terms: Protagonist, Antagonist, Theme, and Conflict
Introduce Christopher Paul Curtis author of Bud, Not Buddy
Homework: Draw a picture of most memorable character from Bud, Not Buddy and write 2-3 sentences explaining why. The drawings must be done on unlined paper and colored neatly.
Finish adjective diagramming handout, if necessary
Wednesday, September 26
Discuss setting, characters, events, and resolution
Compare and contrast realistic fiction vs. historical fiction
Complete Bud, Not Buddy story map
Sentence Diagramming: Adverbs
Complete Word Wall chart
Homework: Finish your reading log- you must have parent signatures. Students should bring 2-3 items that are important to him/her; place the items in a bag.
Finish story map and adverb diagramming handout, if necessary
Thursday: September 27
Essay Drafts Returned
Share your 2-3 important items with the class
Discuss history of jazz and blues
Write reflection regarding jazz and blues music
Write a sentence for each Word Wall word or write a short story using 4-5 words- due Friday
Homework: Summer Reading Guide for Bud, Not Buddy - due tomorrow
Word Wall sentences or story due on Friday
Friday, September 28
Word Wall test
Review Summer Reading Guide for Bud, Not Buddy
Jazz and blues music activity
Closing activity- Write final reflection, regarding items brought to school and personal connections to Bud, Not Buddy, and jazz and blues music.
Sentence Diagramming: Reviewing Sentence Basics
Homework: Remember your Seedfolks Writing Assignment is due on Thursday, Oct. 4th.
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of September 24, 2007- updated September 25th
http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
o Mrs. Alexander, Mr. Boyle, and I are in need of a parent from each of our classes to be our emergency caller parent. If interested, send us an email or leave a message on our voice mail. If you work at home or are easily accessible, this may be the right volunteer opportunity for you.
o Conference request forms will be sent home to all parents who did not attend Curriculum Night, on Monday. Please complete the conference form and return it a.s.a.p.
o Picture Day is Tues, 9/ 25. All students will take a picture for our yearbook even if he/she does not wish to purchase pictures. Remember to send the envelope and money with your child on Tuesday.
o We will discuss Bud, Not Buddy this week; be sure to have the summer reading guide completed by Friday, September 28.
o First Reading Log will be due on Thurs, 9/27. Each book must have a parent signature on the log. On Monday, I gave each child an extra copy of the reading log to keep at home in case the log is lost. Please feel free to photocopy the log if your child needs an extra copy.
o I am changing the due date of the final draft of the Seedfolks Writing Assignment. The new due date will be Thursday, Oct. 4th.
Monday, September 24
Review helping verbs p. 13 in Language Network book
Review for Seedfolks Test: Comprehension and Vocabulary
Introduce Word Wall words for this week
More peer editing
Homework: Study for Seedfolks Test
Tuesday, September 25
Seedfolks Comprehension and Vocabulary Test
Sentence Diagramming: Adjectives
Review and discuss literary terms: Protagonist, Antagonist, Theme, and Conflict
Introduce Christopher Paul Curtis author of Bud, Not Buddy
Homework: Draw a picture of most memorable character from Bud, Not Buddy and write 2-3 sentences explaining why. The drawings must be done on unlined paper and colored neatly.
Finish adjective diagramming handout, if necessary
Wednesday, September 26
Discuss setting, characters, events, and resolution
Compare and contrast realistic fiction vs. historical fiction
Complete Bud, Not Buddy story map
Sentence Diagramming: Adverbs
Complete Word Wall chart
Homework: Finish your reading log- you must have parent signatures. Students should bring 2-3 items that are important to him/her; place the items in a bag.
Finish story map and adverb diagramming handout, if necessary
Thursday: September 27
Essay Drafts Returned
Share your 2-3 important items with the class
Discuss history of jazz and blues
Write reflection regarding jazz and blues music
Write a sentence for each Word Wall word or write a short story using 4-5 words- due Friday
Homework: Summer Reading Guide for Bud, Not Buddy - due tomorrow
Word Wall sentences or story due on Friday
Friday, September 28
Word Wall test
Review Summer Reading Guide for Bud, Not Buddy
Jazz and blues music activity
Closing activity- Write final reflection, regarding items brought to school and personal connections to Bud, Not Buddy, and jazz and blues music.
Sentence Diagramming: Reviewing Sentence Basics
Homework: Remember your Seedfolks Writing Assignment is due on Thursday, Oct. 4th.
Social Studies Syllabus - Septemper 24, 2007
Mrs. Alexander Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of September 24, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Since we did not finish Friday’s activity, I am postponing the drawing of the four major landforms
homework assignment until next week. Please see next week’s syllabus.
* We will possibly have a test next week. I will announce the date later this week and update my blog.
* Elements of Geography worksheet is due this Tuesday, September 25th.
* I am offering an enrichment activity to certain students based on their geography pre-assessment and teacher
judgment. It will be due on Tuesday, October 2nd.
Monday, September 24 –
Discuss tectonic plates map
Complete given board questions
Homework: None
Tuesday, September 25 –
Complete and review, Map of the World and Games Around the World worksheet
Homework: Finish worksheet, if necessary
Wednesday, September 26 –
Pangaea puzzle activity
Review latitude and longitude and begin Name the Continent worksheet
Homework: Finish Name the Continent worksheet
Thursday, September 27–
Review homework
Read pp. 12-15
Homework: Define the following vocabulary words: erosion, glaciers, river system, climate, latitude, longitude, equator, prime meridian, tropical zone, temperate zone, polar zone, prevailing winds, ocean current, precipitation – due Monday, Oct. 1st.
Friday, September 28 –
Begin Latitude and Longitude A – Z map – Due Tuesday, Oct. 2nd
Assign enrichment activity. The enrichment group will not do the A – Z map. Instead they will do the Geography Detective activity.
Read pp. 16 - 18
Homework: Finish reading pp. 16-18, if necessary, and finish definitions- due Monday, Oct. 1st
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of September 24, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Since we did not finish Friday’s activity, I am postponing the drawing of the four major landforms
homework assignment until next week. Please see next week’s syllabus.
* We will possibly have a test next week. I will announce the date later this week and update my blog.
* Elements of Geography worksheet is due this Tuesday, September 25th.
* I am offering an enrichment activity to certain students based on their geography pre-assessment and teacher
judgment. It will be due on Tuesday, October 2nd.
Monday, September 24 –
Discuss tectonic plates map
Complete given board questions
Homework: None
Tuesday, September 25 –
Complete and review, Map of the World and Games Around the World worksheet
Homework: Finish worksheet, if necessary
Wednesday, September 26 –
Pangaea puzzle activity
Review latitude and longitude and begin Name the Continent worksheet
Homework: Finish Name the Continent worksheet
Thursday, September 27–
Review homework
Read pp. 12-15
Homework: Define the following vocabulary words: erosion, glaciers, river system, climate, latitude, longitude, equator, prime meridian, tropical zone, temperate zone, polar zone, prevailing winds, ocean current, precipitation – due Monday, Oct. 1st.
Friday, September 28 –
Begin Latitude and Longitude A – Z map – Due Tuesday, Oct. 2nd
Assign enrichment activity. The enrichment group will not do the A – Z map. Instead they will do the Geography Detective activity.
Read pp. 16 - 18
Homework: Finish reading pp. 16-18, if necessary, and finish definitions- due Monday, Oct. 1st
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Seedfolks Writing Assignment- Draft Due Friday, Sept. 21th
Seedfolks Writing Assignment - Final Draft due Friday, Sept 28th
(See below for the rubic)
In a narrative writing style, each student is expected to create his/her own chapter about being a seedfolk in the garden as mentioned in the Seedfolks novel. The chapter should fit within the book using a similar writing style as Paul Fleischman. Your character may be someone from the novel, a character based on your own life, or a new character. Definitely the story should explain what the character plants and why. Somewhere within your narrative you must explain why the character is in the garden and what the character may gain from being in the garden. Your chapter should be a no more than 1-2 pages and it should be typed. You will also need a picture at the top of the first page of what was planted or something pertaining to your chapter. Please note the following information that explains how your story will be judged.
An interesting introductory paragraph that:
_____ grabs the reader’s attention.
_____ introduces the characters by including their ethnicity, and other
necessary background information.
_____ includes a vivid description of the setting.
_____ explains the personality of the characters.
The body of the story should:
_____introduce a conflict or describe the character’s experience.
_____use a sequence of events to explain the conflict or character’s
experiences.
_____develop the character(s) through words, actions, and/or dialogue.
_____use vivid sensory images that help the reader to see, smell, feel,
hear, and/or taste details mentioned in the story.
The conclusion will finish the story by:
_____ stating the last event or outcome, or resolving the conflict.
_____ including information that tells the character’s feelings or emotions
about the conflict or experience.
The student must edit his/her story correcting mistakes in:
_____ grammar.
_____ spelling.
_____ capitalization.
_____ punctuation.
Seedfolks Writing Assignment Rubric
Student Name___________________________________Total Points______/39
3 points =Well Done 2 Points =Satisfactory 1 Point = Needs Improvement
0 Points = Not included in essay
_____ Introduction grabbed the reader’s attention
_____ Character development
*included information about ethnicity of characters
*included other information such as character’s background,
personality traits, etc.
_____ Included vivid description of setting
_____ Used vivid sensory images
_____ Plot was adequately developed
*conflict and/or character experience’s were described
*explained events using logical sequence
_____ Explained why character was in garden
_____ Explained what character gained from being a part of the garden
_____ Concluding paragraph
*stated last event, outcome, or resolved conflict, etc.
*described character’s feelings or emotions concerning conflict/experience, etc.
_____Editing:
Grammar: Few mistakes (2 points) Many mistakes (1 point) Significant mistakes( 0 points)
Spelling: Few mistakes (2 points) Many mistakes (1point) Significant mistakes( 0 points)
Capitalization & Punctuation: Few mistakes (2 points) Many mistakes (1 point)
Significant mistakes( 0 points)
Followed instructions:
_____ Included picture (2 points) Yes No
_____ Maximum of 1-2 pages [not incl cover page-(1 point)] Yes No
_____ Double-spaced (1 point) Yes No
_____ Essay was typed neatly using 12 pt.font (2 points) Yes No
(See below for the rubic)
In a narrative writing style, each student is expected to create his/her own chapter about being a seedfolk in the garden as mentioned in the Seedfolks novel. The chapter should fit within the book using a similar writing style as Paul Fleischman. Your character may be someone from the novel, a character based on your own life, or a new character. Definitely the story should explain what the character plants and why. Somewhere within your narrative you must explain why the character is in the garden and what the character may gain from being in the garden. Your chapter should be a no more than 1-2 pages and it should be typed. You will also need a picture at the top of the first page of what was planted or something pertaining to your chapter. Please note the following information that explains how your story will be judged.
An interesting introductory paragraph that:
_____ grabs the reader’s attention.
_____ introduces the characters by including their ethnicity, and other
necessary background information.
_____ includes a vivid description of the setting.
_____ explains the personality of the characters.
The body of the story should:
_____introduce a conflict or describe the character’s experience.
_____use a sequence of events to explain the conflict or character’s
experiences.
_____develop the character(s) through words, actions, and/or dialogue.
_____use vivid sensory images that help the reader to see, smell, feel,
hear, and/or taste details mentioned in the story.
The conclusion will finish the story by:
_____ stating the last event or outcome, or resolving the conflict.
_____ including information that tells the character’s feelings or emotions
about the conflict or experience.
The student must edit his/her story correcting mistakes in:
_____ grammar.
_____ spelling.
_____ capitalization.
_____ punctuation.
Seedfolks Writing Assignment Rubric
Student Name___________________________________Total Points______/39
3 points =Well Done 2 Points =Satisfactory 1 Point = Needs Improvement
0 Points = Not included in essay
_____ Introduction grabbed the reader’s attention
_____ Character development
*included information about ethnicity of characters
*included other information such as character’s background,
personality traits, etc.
_____ Included vivid description of setting
_____ Used vivid sensory images
_____ Plot was adequately developed
*conflict and/or character experience’s were described
*explained events using logical sequence
_____ Explained why character was in garden
_____ Explained what character gained from being a part of the garden
_____ Concluding paragraph
*stated last event, outcome, or resolved conflict, etc.
*described character’s feelings or emotions concerning conflict/experience, etc.
_____Editing:
Grammar: Few mistakes (2 points) Many mistakes (1 point) Significant mistakes( 0 points)
Spelling: Few mistakes (2 points) Many mistakes (1point) Significant mistakes( 0 points)
Capitalization & Punctuation: Few mistakes (2 points) Many mistakes (1 point)
Significant mistakes( 0 points)
Followed instructions:
_____ Included picture (2 points) Yes No
_____ Maximum of 1-2 pages [not incl cover page-(1 point)] Yes No
_____ Double-spaced (1 point) Yes No
_____ Essay was typed neatly using 12 pt.font (2 points) Yes No
Language Arts/ Reading Syllabus-Week of Sept. 17, 2007
Team 6-3 Ms. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of September 17, 2007
Website: http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com Email: jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
• Students will take a Seedfolks comprehension & vocabulary test on Tuesday, Sept. 25.
• Last Friday, students were introduced to our next assignment, writing a Seedfolks chapter. The typed rough draft of the essay is due on Friday, Sept 21 and the final draft is due on Friday, Sept 28.
• Curriculum Night is Tuesday, Sept. 18th. It begins at 6:45 P.M. Each student brought home a letter with his or her schedule last Thursday.
• The reading log is due on Thursday, Sept. 27. Students are required to read at least two books each month and turn in a completed log with parent signatures. The Seedfolks novel can be counted as one of the books.
Monday, September 17
Discuss good and bad examples of a Seedfolks chapter
Lesson 2: Spelling pretest
Read and chart Maricela
Continue defining Seedfolks vocabulary
Homework: Finish Maricela chart, if necessary
Tuesday, September 18
Read and chart Amir and Florence
Spelling Lesson 2: Complete page 12 and discuss spelling rule
Spelling Lesson 2: Part A
Homework: Finish Spelling, if necessary
Wednesday, September 19
Seedfolks character review handout
Spelling Lesson 2: Part B
Spelling Activity: Practice the words
Homework: Finish Spelling, if necessary. Work on your Seedfolks Essay
Rough Draft- due on 9/21
Thursday: September 20
Spelling Lesson 2: Part C
SPARKLE: Spelling Review Game
Review Seedfolks vocabulary. Write five detailed sentences using five Seedfolks vocabulary words not used on our Word Wall List.
Homework: Study for Lesson 2 Spelling Test. Finish your Seedfolks rough draft- it must be typed.
Friday, September 21
Media Center- Check out and return books
Lesson 2: Spelling Test
Seedfolks rough draft due today
Peer Edits of rough draft
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of September 17, 2007
Website: http://d97jalexander.blogspot.com Email: jalexander@op97.org
Important Information:
• Students will take a Seedfolks comprehension & vocabulary test on Tuesday, Sept. 25.
• Last Friday, students were introduced to our next assignment, writing a Seedfolks chapter. The typed rough draft of the essay is due on Friday, Sept 21 and the final draft is due on Friday, Sept 28.
• Curriculum Night is Tuesday, Sept. 18th. It begins at 6:45 P.M. Each student brought home a letter with his or her schedule last Thursday.
• The reading log is due on Thursday, Sept. 27. Students are required to read at least two books each month and turn in a completed log with parent signatures. The Seedfolks novel can be counted as one of the books.
Monday, September 17
Discuss good and bad examples of a Seedfolks chapter
Lesson 2: Spelling pretest
Read and chart Maricela
Continue defining Seedfolks vocabulary
Homework: Finish Maricela chart, if necessary
Tuesday, September 18
Read and chart Amir and Florence
Spelling Lesson 2: Complete page 12 and discuss spelling rule
Spelling Lesson 2: Part A
Homework: Finish Spelling, if necessary
Wednesday, September 19
Seedfolks character review handout
Spelling Lesson 2: Part B
Spelling Activity: Practice the words
Homework: Finish Spelling, if necessary. Work on your Seedfolks Essay
Rough Draft- due on 9/21
Thursday: September 20
Spelling Lesson 2: Part C
SPARKLE: Spelling Review Game
Review Seedfolks vocabulary. Write five detailed sentences using five Seedfolks vocabulary words not used on our Word Wall List.
Homework: Study for Lesson 2 Spelling Test. Finish your Seedfolks rough draft- it must be typed.
Friday, September 21
Media Center- Check out and return books
Lesson 2: Spelling Test
Seedfolks rough draft due today
Peer Edits of rough draft
Homework: Enjoy your weekend!
Language Arts/ Reading Syllabus-Week of Sept. 10, 2007
Team 6-3 Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of September 10, 2007
Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
*You will find my syllabi posted on the above website. It is now active an online.
*All students should have read Bud, Not Buddy, by Christopher Paul Curtis, over the summer. Students who did not read the book over the summer should be reading it now because we have planned activities for it later this month. The books may be available at the Oak Park Public Library.
*Students should have their final, typed draft of the Vital Statistics survey by Wed., Sept.12th.
*Curriculum Night is Tuesday, Sept. 18th. It begins at 6:45 P.M. Information will be sent home.
Monday, September 10 –
Define vocabulary words on handout
Participate in Seedfolks activity
Go to Library – Scavenger Hunt
Homework: Read Sam story and complete chart
Typed draft of Vital Statistics survey-due Wednesday
Tuesday, September 11
Review homework and continue working on vocabulary words
Participate in Seedfolks activity # 2
L/A: Introduce diagramming sentences-worksheet p.6-7
Introduce Word Wall Words and Challenge
Homework: Read Virgil story
Typed draft of Vital Statistics survey due on Wednesday
Complete word wall chart-due Wednesday
Wednesday, September 12
Complete Virgil chart and read Sae Young story
Continue working on vocabulary words
L/A: Discuss diagramming articles and verb phrases – worksheet p. 5
Review Word Wall Words and chart
Homework: Do Sae Young chart
Write a sentence with each Word Wall Word
Thursday: September 13
Review homework and read Curtis story and complete chart
Continue working on vocabulary words
L/A: Discuss verb phases & do p. 13 in Language Network book
Homework: Read Nora Story and do chart
Study for Word Wall test
Friday, September 14
Review homework and continue working on vocabulary words
Participate in Seedfolks activity # 3
L/A: Take Word Wall test and introduce Seedfolks writing project (handout will be given)
Homework: None! Enjoy your weekend!
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of September 10, 2007
Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
*You will find my syllabi posted on the above website. It is now active an online.
*All students should have read Bud, Not Buddy, by Christopher Paul Curtis, over the summer. Students who did not read the book over the summer should be reading it now because we have planned activities for it later this month. The books may be available at the Oak Park Public Library.
*Students should have their final, typed draft of the Vital Statistics survey by Wed., Sept.12th.
*Curriculum Night is Tuesday, Sept. 18th. It begins at 6:45 P.M. Information will be sent home.
Monday, September 10 –
Define vocabulary words on handout
Participate in Seedfolks activity
Go to Library – Scavenger Hunt
Homework: Read Sam story and complete chart
Typed draft of Vital Statistics survey-due Wednesday
Tuesday, September 11
Review homework and continue working on vocabulary words
Participate in Seedfolks activity # 2
L/A: Introduce diagramming sentences-worksheet p.6-7
Introduce Word Wall Words and Challenge
Homework: Read Virgil story
Typed draft of Vital Statistics survey due on Wednesday
Complete word wall chart-due Wednesday
Wednesday, September 12
Complete Virgil chart and read Sae Young story
Continue working on vocabulary words
L/A: Discuss diagramming articles and verb phrases – worksheet p. 5
Review Word Wall Words and chart
Homework: Do Sae Young chart
Write a sentence with each Word Wall Word
Thursday: September 13
Review homework and read Curtis story and complete chart
Continue working on vocabulary words
L/A: Discuss verb phases & do p. 13 in Language Network book
Homework: Read Nora Story and do chart
Study for Word Wall test
Friday, September 14
Review homework and continue working on vocabulary words
Participate in Seedfolks activity # 3
L/A: Take Word Wall test and introduce Seedfolks writing project (handout will be given)
Homework: None! Enjoy your weekend!
Social Studies Syllabus -Week of Sept. 17, 2007
Mrs. Alexander Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of September 17, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students received their Parts of the Book test last week. I will check them in this week and the tests will be returned to my students by Wednesday. Please sign your child's test so I know you have seen it. If your child was absent last week, be sure to encourage them to see me to get their test.
Monday, September 17 –
Check in tests
Go to the Multicultural Center to present artifacts found last Friday and relate them to one of the Elements of Geography.
Collect pictures – students will put poster together later in the week
Homework: None
Tuesday, September 18 –
Finish Elements of Geography worksheet
Read and discuss pp. 9 - 11
Homework: Define the following vocabulary words: Landforms, elevation, relief, core, mantle, crust, tectonic plates, continental drift, volcanoes, earthquakes
Wednesday, September 19 –
Use pictures to create a poster of the Elements of Geography.
Present posters
Homework: None
Thursday, September 20–
Finish presenting posters
Read pp. 12 - 15
Homework: None
Friday, September 21 –
Tectonic Plates and Pangaea activity
Draw a picture of the 4 major landforms.
Homework: Finish drawings of the 4 major landforms, if necessary.
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of September 17, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Students received their Parts of the Book test last week. I will check them in this week and the tests will be returned to my students by Wednesday. Please sign your child's test so I know you have seen it. If your child was absent last week, be sure to encourage them to see me to get their test.
Monday, September 17 –
Check in tests
Go to the Multicultural Center to present artifacts found last Friday and relate them to one of the Elements of Geography.
Collect pictures – students will put poster together later in the week
Homework: None
Tuesday, September 18 –
Finish Elements of Geography worksheet
Read and discuss pp. 9 - 11
Homework: Define the following vocabulary words: Landforms, elevation, relief, core, mantle, crust, tectonic plates, continental drift, volcanoes, earthquakes
Wednesday, September 19 –
Use pictures to create a poster of the Elements of Geography.
Present posters
Homework: None
Thursday, September 20–
Finish presenting posters
Read pp. 12 - 15
Homework: None
Friday, September 21 –
Tectonic Plates and Pangaea activity
Draw a picture of the 4 major landforms.
Homework: Finish drawings of the 4 major landforms, if necessary.
Social Studies Syllabus -Week of Sept. 10, 2007
Mrs. Alexander Team 6 - 3
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of September 10, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Friday’s test will be returned by Wednesday. Please sign your child's test so I know you have seen it. Signed tests will be due by Friday.
*Students will begin a group mini-project project regarding elements of geography. I will provide the research material, construction paper, and other supplies. Most of the work will be done in class. Hopefully this project will be completed by next Wednesday and we will begin presentations.
Monday, September 11 – Discuss skimming and scanning. Students will skim and/or scan
pp. 5-8 in Chapter 1, to locate and define the following vocabulary words: geography, absolute location, relative location, place, region, ecosystems, adapt, modify, and environment.
If no definition can be found for the word, then the student should use the glossary.
Discuss ancient civilizations connections
Homework: Finish defining vocabulary words, if necessary
Tuesday, September 12 – Discuss remembering Sept. 11, 2001
Read and discuss pp.5-8
Homework: None
Wednesday, September 13 – Locate and copy examples of the following Elements of Geography: absolute location, relative location, place, regions, physical systems, and environment and society. Introduce geography project.
Review homework and test (taken last Friday)
Homework: Finish writing examples, if necessary
Thursday, September 14– In groups, using given material, identify elements of geography (see above) for an assigned country and begin completing worksheet.
Homework: Decide on a picture to put on your poster regarding our assigned country. It should depict one or two of the assigned elements of geography.
Friday, September 15 – Go to the Multicultural Center to work on project and worksheet.
Homework: Complete picture for poster-due Tuesday, Sept. 18
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of September 10, 2007
New Blog Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com email: jalexander@op97.org
Hello Parents and Guardians:
*Friday’s test will be returned by Wednesday. Please sign your child's test so I know you have seen it. Signed tests will be due by Friday.
*Students will begin a group mini-project project regarding elements of geography. I will provide the research material, construction paper, and other supplies. Most of the work will be done in class. Hopefully this project will be completed by next Wednesday and we will begin presentations.
Monday, September 11 – Discuss skimming and scanning. Students will skim and/or scan
pp. 5-8 in Chapter 1, to locate and define the following vocabulary words: geography, absolute location, relative location, place, region, ecosystems, adapt, modify, and environment.
If no definition can be found for the word, then the student should use the glossary.
Discuss ancient civilizations connections
Homework: Finish defining vocabulary words, if necessary
Tuesday, September 12 – Discuss remembering Sept. 11, 2001
Read and discuss pp.5-8
Homework: None
Wednesday, September 13 – Locate and copy examples of the following Elements of Geography: absolute location, relative location, place, regions, physical systems, and environment and society. Introduce geography project.
Review homework and test (taken last Friday)
Homework: Finish writing examples, if necessary
Thursday, September 14– In groups, using given material, identify elements of geography (see above) for an assigned country and begin completing worksheet.
Homework: Decide on a picture to put on your poster regarding our assigned country. It should depict one or two of the assigned elements of geography.
Friday, September 15 – Go to the Multicultural Center to work on project and worksheet.
Homework: Complete picture for poster-due Tuesday, Sept. 18
Friday, September 7, 2007
Language Arts Syllabus - September 3, 2007
Team 6-3 Mrs. Alexander
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of September 3, 2007
Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Reading and Language Arts Syllabus
Week of September 3, 2007
Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Important Information:
*A weekly syllabus in each core subject will go home with your child the first day of every school week throughout the school year. You will find my syllabi posted on the above website.
*All students should have read Bud, Not Buddy, by Christopher Paul Curtis, over the summer. Students who did not read the book over the summer should be reading it now because we have planned activities for it later this month. The books may be available at the Oak Park Public Library.
*All students need a quart sized Ziploc bag by Thursday September 6. Students may purchase bags from his/her teacher for 25 cents.
*Students began their Vital Statistics survey in class last Friday. A typed draft is due by Wed. Sept. 5. A final typed copy will be due next week. If you do not have a computer for your child to type the Vital Statistics survey please plan to use the public library.
*Don’t forget to send in a box of tissues and one roll of paper towels, if you haven’t done so already. Thank You.
Monday, September 3 - Labor Day: No School
Tuesday, September 4
Read Ana’s Story and complete chart for Ana
Spelling Lesson 1: Do p. 8 and Pt. A p. 9
Homework: Get your syllabus signed
Typed draft of Vital Statistics survey due on Wednesday
Wednesday, September 5
Read Wendell story and complete chart
Spelling Lesson 1: Pt. B pp. 9-10
Team 6-3 meeting-discuss team procedures & policies
Homework: Books will be assigned on Thurs.-You need to have your Ziploc bag in class tomorrow
Finish spelling assignment, if necessary
Thursday: September 6
Read Gonzalo and Leona story and complete chart
Assign SeedFolks books (only if you have your Ziploc bag)
Spelling Lesson 1: Pt. C p. 10
Homework: Study for spelling test - Finish chart for Gonzalo and Leona, if necessary
Friday, September 7 – Spirit Day Wear Red and White or Julian Apparel
Assembly – L/Arts class will be held in a.m.
Read Sam story and complete chart, time permitting
Spelling Lesson 1: Take spelling posttest
Homework: None! Enjoy your weekend!
Parents and Guardians:
Please sign below indicating that you have seen your child’s syllabi for all core subjects (reading, math, science, social studies, and language arts).
Parent signature __________________________________________Date_____________
Social Studies Syllabi - September 3, 2007
Team 6 – 3 Mrs. Alexander
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of September 3, 2007
Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Voice Mail: (708) 524-5830 Ext. 1305
Social Studies Syllabus
Week of September 3, 2007
Website: d97jalexander.blogspot.com
Voice Mail: (708) 524-5830 Ext. 1305
Hello Parents and Guardians:
**We will have our first test on Friday. Each student should know the following parts of our textbook, what material can be found and/or learned in each of the following parts: Table of Contents, Copyright Page, Atlas, Political Map, Physical Map, Glossary, Index, Spanish Glossary, Primary Sources Library, Chapter Focus Box, Terms, and Graphic Organizer Activity.
**A study guide will be given to each student
**Important dates to remember: Sept. 7th - Julian Picnic 5:30 – 7:30 P.M.;
Sept. 18th - Curriculum Night 6:45 P.M.; Sept. 25th - Picture Day.
Monday, September 3 – No School-Labor Day
Tuesday, September 4 – Textbooks or CD’s given to students today
Copy and review vocabulary terms begin worksheet TS 175 and TS 176
Homework: Complete worksheet - due Wednesday
Wednesday, September 5 – Review worksheet and begin completing study guide
Homework: Finish study guide sheet, if necessary, due Thursday
Continue studying for test on Friday
Thursday, September 6– Review for test - Scavenger Hunt
Homework: Study for test on Friday
Friday, September 7 – Take Parts of the Book Test
Begin geography unit. - Discuss skimming and scanning. Students will skim and/or scan pp. 5-8 in Chapter 1 to locate and define the following vocabulary words: geography, absolute location, relative location, place, region, ecosystems, adapt, modify, environment. If no definition can be found for the word, then the student should use the glossary in our book.
Homework: None
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