Each 7th grader should have selected a Christian biography or autobiography to read this month. We visited the school library and several students found a book there. If not, they will need to find one on their own. They will receive a copy of the requirements for the report next week. It will be due after Easter break.
Happy reading!
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Friday, March 1, 2013
7th grade short story unit
All 7th graders received a literature book last week which we will be using for the next few months. We will be doing a short story unit. We have read three stories already, and taken notes on elements such as setting, character, conflict and suspense.
After we complete 5 stories, students will take a test.
Please make sure all literature books are covered.
Take time to ask your child about the stories he/she is reading. If your child struggles with reading comprehension, ask the reading check questions at the end to double check if he/she understood the main points of the story.
If your child is looking for a challenge, he/she may read some of the stories not assigned and write up a summary/analysis of the story. See me for more details.
After we complete 5 stories, students will take a test.
Please make sure all literature books are covered.
Take time to ask your child about the stories he/she is reading. If your child struggles with reading comprehension, ask the reading check questions at the end to double check if he/she understood the main points of the story.
If your child is looking for a challenge, he/she may read some of the stories not assigned and write up a summary/analysis of the story. See me for more details.
8th grade Collage project
All 8th graders should begin working on their collage projects for To Kill A Mockingbird. They are to select 10-15 objects mentioned in the novel, find pictures of them, or draw the objects, and put them on a poster board.
Part 2 involves writing a paragraph about 4 of the objects. Each student received a hand-out printed on yellow paper with all the details.
Don't wait until the last minute. Get started this weekend!
I hope to display some of these projects in the halls of our building so everyone can see them!
Part 2 involves writing a paragraph about 4 of the objects. Each student received a hand-out printed on yellow paper with all the details.
Don't wait until the last minute. Get started this weekend!
I hope to display some of these projects in the halls of our building so everyone can see them!
Maycomb Newspapers
Period 3 8th graders are working on a newspaper depicting the time period of To Kill a Mockingbird. We have discussed the different features of a newspaper, how to write a lead, and layout. Each student is writing 2 articles/features to include. The production editors for each group will design the newspapers.
Hopefully, this will also provide the groundwork for high school journalism class! They may join the staff of the Tiger's Roar and continue developing their journalism skills in high school!
I am excited to see the finished products!
Hopefully, this will also provide the groundwork for high school journalism class! They may join the staff of the Tiger's Roar and continue developing their journalism skills in high school!
I am excited to see the finished products!
7th grade Writers
The 7th graders are completing weekly writing projects. The last project was a descriptive writing piece which included sensory details and used similes. Students described many places: basketball courts, carnivals, stores, the beach, foreign countries, etc.
This week's project is a persuasive writing. Students may choose a letter, speech or essay. Their goal is to persuade someone to change their mind about something and consider a new course of action.
Today we watched Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famous "I have a Dream" speech. The students were so moved by it, they wanted to watch it again. We discussed the techniques King used to make his speech so powerful and effective.
Students should have their persuasive writing done for Tuesday, March 5th. The length should be 4-5 paragraphs.
This week's project is a persuasive writing. Students may choose a letter, speech or essay. Their goal is to persuade someone to change their mind about something and consider a new course of action.
Today we watched Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s famous "I have a Dream" speech. The students were so moved by it, they wanted to watch it again. We discussed the techniques King used to make his speech so powerful and effective.
Students should have their persuasive writing done for Tuesday, March 5th. The length should be 4-5 paragraphs.
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
To Kill A Mockingbird 8th grade
The 8th graders will be starting this classic novel in a few days. Your child has a brief letter from me to show you regarding the novel.
Our hope is that through the reading of this book, students will learn many important lessons about human nature, the importance of not judging others, and the problems of injustice and prejudice, as well as their role in fighting against wrongdoing as they encounter it, as Atticus did.
Since this is also Black History month, we will be reading some selections which highlight achievements of well-known African Americans. Our first selection was about Harriet Tubman.
The issues in some of these selections will tie into the novel, as well. Feel free to talk with your child about their readings and what he/she has learned from them.
Our hope is that through the reading of this book, students will learn many important lessons about human nature, the importance of not judging others, and the problems of injustice and prejudice, as well as their role in fighting against wrongdoing as they encounter it, as Atticus did.
Since this is also Black History month, we will be reading some selections which highlight achievements of well-known African Americans. Our first selection was about Harriet Tubman.
The issues in some of these selections will tie into the novel, as well. Feel free to talk with your child about their readings and what he/she has learned from them.
Chivalry Part 2
The winners of the chivalry contest were announced today. Thanks to all the boys for stepping up their chivalrous behavior! We had a short ceremony in class today.
Now, it is the ladies' turn. Here is the schedule:
Wed. Poise and Balance
Thurs: Medieval Hairstyle and testimony
Fri. Talent and/or Baking Day
Remember all competitions are voluntary, and if someone does not want to participate, there is no penalty.
While the contest takes some class time, we are still doing our regular academic work. In English, students should be reviewing pronoun use in Chap. 22 for a test Friday.
In literature we are discussing the novel, The Squire's Tale and we have a quiz on chaps. 1-6 on Thursday.
Now, it is the ladies' turn. Here is the schedule:
Wed. Poise and Balance
Thurs: Medieval Hairstyle and testimony
Fri. Talent and/or Baking Day
Remember all competitions are voluntary, and if someone does not want to participate, there is no penalty.
While the contest takes some class time, we are still doing our regular academic work. In English, students should be reviewing pronoun use in Chap. 22 for a test Friday.
In literature we are discussing the novel, The Squire's Tale and we have a quiz on chaps. 1-6 on Thursday.
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