What's the homework again?

2010-05-17T08:52:00.000-07:00

ALL English classes- OBP DUE in 2 weeks!

6E- Final draft of essay DUE tomorrow. Practice memorizing lines.

6V- Final draft of essay DUE tomorrow. Practice memorizing lines.

7E- Complete lit. circle work.

2010-05-05T07:55:00.000-07:00

8E- Outline

7H-Page 125: 1-3, 5

QUIZ Friday

6E-Outline

6V-Outline

2010-05-04T09:35:00.000-07:00

6E- List 6 of PRESENT Martin's character traits and provide evidence (a quote) of each.

8E- Highlight allusions to the modern and the traditional in "Dead Men's Path."

2010-05-03T10:11:00.000-07:00

ALL ENGLISH CLASSES- Outside Book Project DUE in one month!

6V- Make a list of six of Present Martin's character traits and find evidence (a quote) of each trait.

7E- Read to page 124 and write 3 questions.

7H- On page 123, answer questions 2, 3, 4, 5a and 6.

2010-04-29T12:54:00.000-07:00

6E & 6V-Imagine you are Natalie or Martin and write a letter to the other.

7E-Read to page 110 and write 3 questions.

2010-04-26T08:38:00.000-07:00

6E & 6V- Write a paragraph predicting what will happen to Martin.

7H-Geography p. 119, 3-5.

7E- Rd. to page 74 and write 3 questions.

8E-Write a paragraph summarizing the story.

2010-04-22T12:55:00.000-07:00

West Africa- Summative Assessment

Create a Mandala

DIRECTIONS

Divide your circle into 5 sections. Use a ruler.

One section should be devoted to each of these areas.

· A Map of West Africa: Include vegetation zones.

· The influence of Islam on W. Africa: Include at least 3 ways daily life is influenced by Islam.

· The cultural legacy of West Africa: Choose one cultural legacy that you think is particularly interesting or important.

· Ghana as a Trading Empire: Show how trade in gold and salt led to the growth of Ghana and Mali.

· Early Societies in West. Africa: Illustrate the evolution of early societies.

Use words and pictures to convey your understanding of each of these topics. Be prepared to present your Mandala and give a thorough explanation of each section.

2010-04-22T09:01:00.000-07:00

7E- Read to page 50 and write one of each type of question.

7H- Mandala due tomorrow. Be prepared to explain each section.

8E- Complete your punctuation packet.

2010-04-21T08:39:00.000-07:00

7E- Read to page 28 and write one of each type of question.

Text- How did Link feel about his Christmas gift?

Opinion- How would you handle Vince's comments at Christmas if you were Link?

Connection- Link describes this at the worst Christmas ever. Describe your worst Christmas.

7H- West African Mandala due Friday. See assignment sheet.

2010-04-15T09:01:00.001-07:00

All English classes- Work on your OBP. (See last post.)

8E-

7E-Finish punctuation packet.

7H- Finish Ch. 15 questions. Quiz Monday.

OUTSIDE BOOK PROJECT - TERM 3

2010-04-15T06:13:00.001-07:00

Outside Book Project -- Term 3

Book Presentation

For this assignment, you will choose a book you have not already read that is at least 115 pages long and appropriate to your personal reading level. You will read the book and prepare a book presentation for the class. You have several options for your book presentation. You will be graded on both content and your speaking ability.

Choose ONE of the following options:

o Book Talk. Following the same guidelines as term 2, present your book. Be sure to use the feedback you received to help you do your best!

o Character Monologue. Write and deliver an original monologue from the perspective of one of the characters. Dress-up and try to portray the character convincingly!

o Talk Show Video. Write and videotape a Talk Show where the host interviews the characters of the novel.

o Other. See me if you have another idea.

No matter which option you choose, your presentation should meet the following requirements:

- Three to five minutes in length

- Include the title and author of your book

- Tell about your book’s characters, plot and themes

- Convince the listener that you read and understood the entire book

- All behaviors of good public speaking are demonstrated, including sufficient voice volume and modulation, few “umms” and “likes,” use of note cards for outline only (no reading), eye contact with audience is maintained and appropriate register is used.

Due Dates:

April 19, 2010 Choose book and project

June 2, 2010 Give presentation

2010-04-13T10:57:00.001-07:00

Continue reading your OBP book.

2010-04-12T12:26:00.000-07:00

7E- All personal responses to Night DUE Wednesday.

8E- Chapter 11 comprehension questions.

2010-03-22T08:49:00.000-07:00

7E- Finish Night and write a personal response.

6E- Highlight all of the compound sentences in "Let's Go to the Videotape."

7H-Study for quiz on Wednesday!

6V- Highlight all of the compound sentences in "Let's Go to the Videotape."

2010-03-18T08:03:00.000-07:00

7E- Read to pg. 80 in Night and write a personal response.

7H- Finish p. 85 in your notebook.

8E- Read Ch. 7 and complete the comprehension questions.

2010-03-17T08:43:00.000-07:00

8E- Finish reading Ch. 6 and complete comprehension questions.

7E- Finish reading the chapter and write a personal response (at least half a page, NOT a summary).

6V- Finish punctuation practice.

6E-Finish punctuation practice.

2010-03-16T10:16:00.000-07:00

6V- Make corrections to article and turn it in digitally.

8E- Finish Ch. 5 and answer comprehension questions.

6E- Prepare a well-written paragraph to answer the question: which version of "The Hitchhiker" is the most effective?

2010-03-15T12:03:00.000-07:00

6V- Final draft of opinion article.

8E-Finish reading Ch. 4 and complete your comprehension questions.

7E- Finish reading the chapter and write a personal response to the chapter. It should be at least half a page long. I am NOT looking for a summary.

7H- Finish page 84 in your workbook.

2010-03-11T09:35:00.000-08:00

7E- Timeline of 10 main events of the Holocaust

6E- Complete "Hitchhiker" questions.

7H- West-African families to kingdoms mini-book

8E- Read Ch. 3 and answer comprehension questions.

6V-Opinion article DUE Monday.

2010-03-10T07:36:00.000-08:00

7H-Complete p. 81 in your workbook.

7E- Timeline of 10 main events of the Holocaust DUE Friday.

8E- Read Ch. 2 in Lord of the Flies. Answer the questions as you read.

6V- Opinion Article Due Monday.

2010-03-09T08:35:00.000-08:00

8E- Finish Chapter 1.

6V- Bring in 3 ideas for an opinion article you would like to write.

2010-03-04T08:16:00.000-08:00

7H- Complete map and questions on West Africa.

7E-Don't forget your script!

6E- Final draft of story DUE Tuesday.

6V- Final draft of feature article DUE Tuesday.

2010-02-25T07:45:00.000-08:00

ALL ENGLISH CLASSES- Reharse your OBP. Presentations on Tuesday!

6E- Short story rough draft DUE Wednesday.

7H- Study for quiz.

6V- Rough draft of Feature Article DUE Wednesday.

2010-02-24T09:27:00.000-08:00

7E- Work on developing your character's gestures, movements, expression, tone and volume.

7H-Rough Draft

6E-Story Plan

6V-Conduct interviews and record results.

2010-02-23T09:35:00.000-08:00

6V- Come up with three ideas for a feature article you would like to write.

2010-02-22T10:41:00.000-08:00

OBPs DUE IN ONE WEEK!

6E- Read to pg. 200.

7E- Rehearse your lines.

7H- Local Action, Global Effects plan.

8E-Pitch TOMORROW!

2010-02-17T09:30:00.000-08:00

ALL ENGLISH CLASSES- OBP due in 1.5 weeks.

8E- Advertising Agency Simulation

7E- Memorize lines.

7H- 3,2,1 slip due.

6V-Final draft of news article due Monday.

6E- Read to page 180. Be prepared for a comprehension check.

2010-02-16T10:53:00.000-08:00

6V- Final draft of news article DUE Monday

8E- Advertising agency simulation

6E-Rd. to page152. Finish your Literary Devices Table. Email me your article for the newspaper at kate dot sprinkle @ cedarschoolbvi dot com

2010-02-15T04:54:00.000-08:00

7E-Memorize first 2 pages of script.

6E- Rd. to pg. 122 and work on your Literary Devices chart.

6V-News article DUE TUESDAY

8E-Ad Agency Simulation

OUTSIDE BOOK PROJECT DUE IN TWO WEEKS!

2010-02-15T04:53:00.001-08:00

Outside Book Project -- Term 2
Book Talk Assignment

For this assignment, you will choose a book you have not already read that is at least 125 pages long and appropriate to your personal reading level. You will read the book and prepare a Book Talk (oral book report) for the class. You should use a speaking outline or note cards to make sure you cover each point.

Requirements
- Speaking outline or note cards
- Three to five minutes

Procedures
Your Book talk should include the following:
1) Introduction The title, author, publication date of your book; ideally, you will have the book with you to show to the class.
2) Synopsis Briefly summarize the book by telling who the main characters are, what the central conflict/idea is, what the important events in the book are and what you believe the author wants readers to take from the experience of reading the book. It’s best not to reveal too much or tell the ending, especially if you are ultimately recommending the book as a good read. The summary should suggest that you have full knowledge of the book being discussed.
3) Read a passage from the book. This passage should be from a significant moment in the story that describes a main character in some way, illuminates the book’s theme or central idea, represents an important point in the plot, strikingly reflects the author’s style or foreshadows something exciting. In other words, choose a passage that excites the imagination!
4) Connect Consider if the book or its characters relate to other books or movies, your experiences or the greater world.
5) Recommendation Finally, tell the audience if you would recommend the book or not, and explain your main reasons why.

Due Dates:
January 7, 2010 - Choose Book
March 2, 2010 - Present Book talk

Grading Criteria:
-Introduction includes author, title, publication date, and introductory material that draws listeners in to a discussion of the book.

Book suggests speaker has full knowledge of the book being discussed. DO NOT GIVE AWAY THE ENDING OR ANY SURPRISES IN THE BOOK!
Recommendation for or against book is supported by at least 3 well-reasoned points.
Passage is read with sufficient energy and explanation.
All behaviors of good public speaking are demonstrated, including sufficient voice volume and modulation, few “umms” and “likes,” use of note cards for outline only (no reading from note cards), eye contact with audience is maintained and speech is 3-5 minutes in length.

2010-02-12T06:22:00.000-08:00

6V-Conduct interviews and record responses. Be prepared to write your news article.

6E-Read to page 89.

7H-Timeline due Monday.

7E- Memorize first 2 pages.

2010-02-09T09:46:00.000-08:00

6V- Finish Jack-Jack Attack news article. Focus on structure.

8E- Print ad deconstruction due Thursday.

6E- Characterization table due Thursday.

2010-02-08T10:20:00.000-08:00

7E - Final draft of research paper DUE Friday!

7H- Antarctica questions

6V- Bring in a NEWS article for Wednesday.

2010-02-04T10:18:00.000-08:00

ALL ENGLISH CLASSES- OBP DUE IN ONE MONTH!

6E-Final draft of opinion article DUE Monday.

7H- p. 97, questions 1+2

7E- Rough draft of research paper DUE TOMORROW!

8E- Bring in a print ad.

6V-Which version of "The Hitchhiker" is most effective? Answer in a well-constructed paragraph.

2010-02-02T10:54:00.000-08:00

6E-Opinion article DUE Thursday

8E-Finish "Merchants of Cool" questions.

2010-01-29T06:59:00.000-08:00

Hope you like the new look!

7E & 7H- Rough draft of research paper DUE Friday. Turn it in Wednesday for teacher feedback.

6E-Revised news article DUE Monday. Final feature DUE Tuesday.

8E-Mystery rough draft DUE Wednesday.

Have a great weekend!

2010-01-27T08:28:00.001-08:00

8E- Continue work on mystery story.

7H- Complete p. 34-35 in notebook.

7E- Continue work on research paper. Works Cited DUE Friday.

6V- Grammar packet.

6E- Feature article due tomorrow.

2010-01-26T11:07:00.000-08:00

8E- Mystery writing plan.

6E- Feature article DUE Thursday. Revised news article DUE Monday.

2010-01-25T10:36:00.000-08:00

7E- This week's DUE dates:
Wednesday- introduction paragraph
Friday- Works Cited page

6E- Feature article DUE THURSDAY!

6V- Short story final draft DUE TUESDAY

Have a lovely weekend!

2010-01-21T10:30:00.000-08:00

7E & H- Outline DUE Monday.

6E- All research and interview notes finished for Monday. We will work on writing the feature articles during class time.

8E-Finish I Am the Cheese.

6V- Edit and revise short story. Final draft DUE Tuesday.

2010-01-20T09:51:00.000-08:00

8E- Read to "END T14." Write 3 questions and define 2 vocabulary words.

7E &7H- All research note cards and citations due tomorrow.

6E-Conduct research and interviews for Mon.

6V- Rough draft of short story DUE tomorrow.

2010-01-19T08:34:00.001-08:00

6V- Short story due THURSDAY. Workshop time tomorrow.

8E- Read to page 151 OB, 168 NB. Write 3 questions.

6E-Conduct interviews and research for feature articles.

2010-01-18T10:12:00.000-08:00

7E- Research notes and 5 citations DUE Thursday

6V- Short story plan.

8E- Rd. to pg. 119, write 3 questions and list 2 vocabulary words with definitions.

2010-01-14T08:33:00.000-08:00

7E- Finalize research paper topic

7H-Read and answer questions for 5.3 and 5.4.

6V- Complete your writing plan

2010-01-11T10:25:00.000-08:00

7E-Rd. "July" and rewrite quiz without errors.

6E- Finish interviews and notes for article.

6V-Rd. to pg. 153 and continue work on characterization table.

8E- Read to "END TAPE OZK0005" and write one of each type of question.

2010-01-07T10:04:00.000-08:00

7E- Finish reading "April" and continue your list.

6E- Interview subjects for your news article. Interview notes DUE Mon.

7H- Finish answering Ch. 4 questions.

8E- Read to "Tape 4" in I am the Cheese and write 3 questions (text, opinion, connection).

6V-Read to p. 130. Chart due Monday.

2010-01-04T10:05:00.000-08:00

I hope you had a lovely holiday!

7E- Finish reading "January" and continue list.

6E- Bring in a NEWS article. Due Wednesday.

7H- Finish Middle Ages Review packet.

6V- Read Ch. 2 in the Thief of Always.

8E- Work on viewing questions.

2009-12-15T11:02:00.000-08:00

8E- Finish reading "The Last Night" in Dr.Jekyll & Mr.Hyde

2009-12-09T13:11:00.000-08:00

8E- Complete table for "Search for Mr. Hyde"

7H- Finish up any work on 3.2-3.8 that you did not complete in class.

6E & 6V- Do assigned reading and complete the characterization table.

2009-12-04T10:02:00.000-08:00

7H- Study for quiz on Feudalism Monday!

OUTSIDE BOOK PROJECT TERM 2

2009-12-03T10:48:00.000-08:00

Book suggests speaker has full knowledge of the book being discussed. DO NOT GIVE AWAY THE ENDING OR ANY SURPRISES IN THE BOOK!
Recommendation for or against book is supported by at least 3 well-reasoned points.
Passage is read with sufficient energy and explanation.
All behaviors of good public speaking are demonstrated, including sufficient voice volume and modulation, few “umms” and “likes,” use of note cards for outline only (no reading from note cards), eye contact with audience is maintained and speech is 3-5 minutes in length.

2009-12-03T10:42:00.000-08:00

6E &6V- Read your assigned lit. circle chapters for Mon. Complete only one page in your packet (A4, B5, C6, D1)

7H- Read 2.5 and complete workbook questions 2.4 and 2.5.

2009-12-01T10:13:00.000-08:00

6E & 6V- Complete your literature circle assignment for tonight.

8E- Poem analysis DUE Wednesday

2009-11-30T12:00:00.000-08:00

6E & 6V- Read your lit. circle book and complete your "job."

7H- Rd. 1.3-1.6 and answer questions in your workbook.

8E- Analyze "I Wanna Be Yours" using CLAPS for Wednesday.

2009-11-25T11:38:00.000-08:00

6E & 6V- Finish your punctuation packet.

2009-11-24T09:16:00.000-08:00

7H- Globalization and Free Trade Debates WEDNESDAY! Prepare, prepare, prepare!

8E- Underline unknown vocabulary in "Nettles." Look up the words and create a glossary.

2009-11-19T11:22:00.000-08:00

6E & 6V- Poetry Book DUE Monday. Extra credit for those who turn it in Friday!

7E- Final draft of narrative poem due FRIDAY.

7H- Study for quiz!

2009-11-18T09:41:00.000-08:00

7H- Study for quiz Friday!

7E- Final draft of narrative poem DUE FRIDAY!

6E & 6V- Poetry Book DUE MONDAY! See earlier post.

2009-11-18T09:39:00.000-08:00

Caribbean Poetry Summative Assessment

Poetry is a form of writing and a genre of literature. We have looked at a variety of poems by West Indian poets, studied poetic devices and written poetry.

Task: You will create a Poetry Book. In your book, you will include the four poems you have written during our course of study:
· A poem about an everyday event (see “Jamaican Market Bus”).
· A poem with at least two personifications (see “Au Bord Le Mer”).
· A poem about where you would rather be (see “Island Man”).
· A poem with a repeating rhyme scheme (see “Sailing Sloop”).
· Any other poems you would like to include.

Guidelines:

The poetry book that you turn in at the end of the unit will contain the following:
A cover including your name, title of the book and a computer generated or hand-drawn illustration.
· Table of Contents
· A final draft of each poem you have created. Be sure there are no spelling errors!

Grading:
Content, Organization, Style and Language Use will be assessed.

Due Dates:
Final Poetry book is due Monday, November 23.

2009-11-13T07:18:00.001-08:00

Narrative Poetry Summative Assessment - Grade Seven
We have been examining narrative poetry by various authors, now it is time to try your own hand!

Task: Plan and write a narrative poem.

Guidelines:
• Content :
o A clear description of the character or characters and the setting
o A conflict and its resolution
o The story should contain plot elements: exposition, rising action, climax, falling action and resolution.
• Organization:
o Events in logical order
• Poetic Form
o At least five stanzas of four lines each
o A rhyme scheme that is the same in each stanza
• Poetic Language
o At least one metaphor
o At least one simile
o Consider using alliteration, repetition, personification, imagery, rhythm and other poetic devices we have studied.

2009-11-09T07:28:00.001-08:00

7H- Study for Gloablization quiz WEDNESDAY! Use p.63 for advice on what to study.

6E & 6V- 3-4 Stanza poem with repeating rhyme scheme DUE Wednesday.

8E- Non-fiction writing portfolio DUE Wednesday.

2009-11-03T10:46:00.001-08:00

6E & 6V- Write a 3 stanza poem, include:

2 examples of personification
2 other poetic devices

DUE THURSDAY

8E-Work on your discursive essay.

2009-11-02T11:07:00.000-08:00

7H- Complete questions 1, 3-5 on "A Fashion Victim"

All English Classes- OBPs DUE IN ONE WEEK!

2009-10-29T11:02:00.000-07:00

6E and 6V- Using "Jamaican Market Bus" as your inspiration, write a poem about a scene from your everyday life. Use imagery to convey your ideas.

7E-Rehearse speech. Poetic Devices wkst. DUE Monday.

7H- Complete questions 4, 5 and 7 on "Behind the swoosh."

8E-Write a brief explanation of the water cycle.

2009-10-28T12:17:00.001-07:00

7H- Finish questions 2-6 on globalization

7E-Rehearse speeches

6V-Complete Poetic Devices activities

6E-Complete Poetic Devices activities

2009-10-26T12:19:00.000-07:00

7E- Rehearse speech

8E-Rehearse speech. Be prepared to present Wednesday.

7H-Write a thank-you letter for Mr.Abraham

2009-10-23T07:56:00.000-07:00

All English classes. Outside Book Projects DUE IN TWO WEEKS!!!

7E- Continue work on speech. Stargirl's Diary due Mon.

2009-10-22T11:27:00.000-07:00

All English classes- OUTSIDE BOOK PROJECTS DUE IN 2 WEEKS. Assignment sheet below.

7E- Finish Stargirl and list three lessons presented in the book.

6E- Identify the parts of speech in the three sentences given in class.

8E-Continue work on persuasive speech. You will have half of classtime on Monday to work on it.

2009-10-14T12:11:00.000-07:00

OUTSIDE BOOK PROJECT TERM 1
Outside Book Project -- Term 1
Graphic English Assignment

For this assignment, you will choose a book you have not already read that is at least 120 pages long and appropriate to your personal reading level. You will read the book and create a visual that illustrates your understanding of the book. At the end of the term, you will present your visual to the class.Choose ONE of the following project options:

Graphic Novel/Comic Strip. Create a 12-square comic strip that illustrates the main events of your book. It should include speech bubbles and illustrations.
Life map. Often, characters take journey – both physical and emotional. Create a map of one of the main characters lives. Be prepared to explain your choices.
Theme Collage. Cut out magazine pictures to create a collage poster illustrating the themes of the book. Then write an explanation describing how the themes are emphasized in the book and how the magazine pictures relate to the book.
Book Jacket. Create a new book jacket for the book. Write a summary of the book on the back cover, and write an introduction to the book inside the cover. Also, include critic’s quotes.
Children’s Picture Book. Create a children’s version of the book using your own words and pictures to convey the book’s message.
Scene illustration. Use the art medium of your choice to recreate the most important scene of the book. Then explain in writing why the scene is an integral part of the plot.

Procedures:

1. Choose a book of any genre that is appropriate for both school and your reading level. If you are unsure about the book, check with Ms.Sprinkle to make sure it is acceptable. Read the book. You will have a bit of time to read in class, but this is mostly to be done outside of school.

2. As you read, think about what project you would like to do. Make notes, pictures, etc. to help the book stay fresh in your mind.

3. Design and create your project. Please note that your project must demonstrate that you have read the entire book.

4. Practice presenting your project to the class.

5. Present!

Grading Criteria: Content and Style & Language Use·

demonstrates a very good understanding of the topic or theme
· demonstrates a deep appreciation of the author’s intention and techniques
· vocabulary is varied and suited to the task
· Infrequent errors in spelling, pronunciation, punctuation and use of sentences
· Uses formal and informal language appropriately

Due Dates:Monday, November 9, 2009PRESENT PROJECT!

2009-10-14T11:11:00.000-07:00

6E- Rough draft DUE TOMORROW!

6V-Rough draft DUE TOMORROW!

7H- Islam Presentations

7E-Rd. to pg.132 and write an entry in Stargirl's diary

8E-Write instructions for a simple task

2009-10-13T13:16:00.000-07:00

6V- Draft DUE Thursday

6E- Draft DUE Thursday

2009-10-12T08:04:00.001-07:00

7E- Rd. to pg. 119 and write an entry

6E- Outline DUE Monday

7H-Powerpoint Presentation DUE Thursday

6V- Rough Draft DUE Thursday

8E- Romeo and Juliet Essay DUE Tues.

2009-10-09T10:52:00.001-07:00

7E- Rd. to p. 94 and write an entry in Stargirl's diary.

2009-10-08T11:22:00.000-07:00

7E- Read to pg. 67 and write an entry in Stargirl's diary.

6E- Research notes and 3 source citations DUE Monday.

8E-Revise essay. Final Draft DUE Tuesday.

6V- Outline DUE Monday.

2009-10-07T12:29:00.000-07:00

OUTSIDE BOOK PROJECT DUE IN ONE MONTH!!!

2009-10-07T12:23:00.000-07:00

8E- Be prepared for your conference with me tomorrow:

Printed out copy
Know what you want me to help you with

7E- Read to pg. and write an entry in Stargirl's diary

7H- Bring in your survey questions, research notes and at least 5+ emails of people who live in the BVI.

6V- Stage of Grieving Chart DUE

6E-Continue work on researching your essay. You need to write a citation for each source you use. Here are some websites worth checking out:

Websites worth checking out:

http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/caer/ce/eek/index.htm

http://www.epa.gov/students/

http://epa.gov/climatechange/kids/index.html

http://www.capitolconnect.com/audubon/

http://environet.policy.net/

2009-10-06T07:19:00.000-07:00

6V- Finish reading BTT. Stage of Grieving chart DUE THURSDAY

8E- Continue work on R & J essay.

6E- Thesis Statement

2009-10-05T11:51:00.000-07:00

7E- Read to pg. 22 and write an entry in Stargirl's diary.

6E- List 2-3 environmental topics.

6V- Rd. Ch. 10+11. Write one entry in your RR Log.

8E-Continue work on your R & J essay. Rough draft DUE Wednesday!

2009-10-01T11:20:00.000-07:00

7H- Complete pg. 68 in workbook.

8E- Continue work on essay.

6V-Read Ch. 7-9 and prepare your minute monologue.

2009-09-30T13:00:00.001-07:00

8E-Continue work on your Romeo and Juliet Essay. Rough Draft Due Monday!

7H- Workbook page 68 - numbers 1+2.

6V- Read Ch. 5+6. Write 1 entry in your RR Log.

2009-09-29T12:04:00.000-07:00

6V- Finish reading Ch. 3+4 in BTT. Write one entry in your Reading Response Log. There are RR Log starters below.

8E- Continue working on your writing plan and collecting relevant quotes.

6E- Complete the BTT Viewing Questions.

RR Log Starters (Class 6V*)

2009-09-28T12:09:00.001-07:00

I wonder what this means
I really don't understand this part
I really like/dislike this idea because
This character reminds me of somebody I know because
This character reminds me of me because
This character is like (name of the character) in (title of book) because
I think this setting is important because
This scene reminds me of a similar scene in (title of book) because
I like/dislike this writing because
This part is very realistic/unrealistic because
I think the relationship between ______ and ______ is interesting because
I like/dislike (name of character) because
This situation reminds me of a similar situation in my own life.
The character I most admire is ______ because
If I were (name of character) at this point, I wouldI began to think
I love the way
I can't believe
I wonder why
I noticed
I think
I observed
I wonder
If I were
I'm not sure
I felt sad when
I like the way the author
I wish that
This made me think of
I was surprised
It seems like
I'm not sure
This story teaches
I began to think of

2009-09-28T11:55:00.001-07:00

7E- Revise You vs. Who essay. Final Draft DUE Wednesday.

6E- Revise BTT essay. Final Draft DUE Tuesday.

7H- Complete "Story of the Crusades"

8E- Write thesis. Work on collecting quotes from Romeo and Juliet.

6V- Read Ch. 1+2. Write an entry in your RR log.

2009-09-25T12:15:00.000-07:00

7E-Be prepared to conference with me on Monday

All English classes - Work on your OBP

2009-09-24T09:30:00.000-07:00

7E- Rough Draft DUE FRI!

6E-Work on your essay. For Monday, you need to prepare for your conference with me. That means you need a paper copy (typed is a great idea) and think about what section you would like me to help you improve.

7H- Prepare a speech about which Muslim Contribution made the greatest impact on global society. Include the mural.

6V-Identify parts of speech in the 3 sentences given. See the parts of speech reminder below.

Parts of Speech (from Daily Grammar)
Verbs show action or state of being.
Nouns are the names of persons, places or things.
Pronouns take the place of nouns.
Adjectives modify nouns or pronouns and tell which, whose, what kind, and how many.
Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs and tell how, when, where, and how much.
Prepositions must have an object and show a relationship between its object and some other word in the sentence.
Conjunctions join words, phrases, and sentences.
Interjections show feeling and are punctuated with either a comma or an exclamation point.

2009-09-23T10:30:00.000-07:00

7H- Complete Ch. 10 Reading notes pages in workbook

7E- Rough Draft DUE Friday

6E- Rough Draft Due Tomorrow

Classes without homework should continue working on their Outside Book Project.

2009-09-22T11:30:00.001-07:00

6V- Final Essay DUE WEDNESDAY

8E- Act 3-5 Summary

6E- Rough Draft DUE Thursday.

2009-09-21T08:20:00.000-07:00

7E- Outline DUE Wednesday

6E- Rough Draft DUE Thursday

6V- Revise Essay. Final Essay (Title page, Final outline, Final Essay and bibliography) DUE WEDNESDAY

8E-Romeo and Juliet ACT 2 Text Analysis

2009-09-16T07:57:00.000-07:00

8E- Write a summary of Act 2

7H-Read up to 9.9 and complete the corresponding questions in your workbook.

7E- Rd. to pg. 141, write 3 questions and 1 vocab.

6V- Rough Draft DUE tomorrow!

8E- Finish BTT and complete the Stages of Grieving Chart for Jess.

2009-09-15T11:51:00.000-07:00

6V- Rough draft DUE on THURSDAY

6E- Rd. Ch. 11+12 in BTT. Complete chart on Jess and the Stages of Grief as started in class.

2009-09-14T08:57:00.000-07:00

7E- Rd. Ch. 7, write 3 book club questions and 1 vocab word.

6E- Rd. Ch. 10 and write an entry in your RR Log

7H- Read 9.3-9.5 and answer questions in your workbook.

6V- Outline DUE Tues.

8E- Write a summary of Act 1.

2009-09-12T09:48:00.000-07:00

7H- Life of Muhammed mini-book DUE Mon.

7E-Rd. to pg. 99

2009-09-10T12:10:00.000-07:00

7E- Rd. to pg. 75. Write 3 questions and 1 vocab word.

6E- Rd. ch. 7-9 and prepare your minute monologue

7H- Read 8.7+8.8 in your text. Complete pg. 49 in your workbook.

6V- Research notes and bibliography due Monday. See example below.

2009-09-09T11:57:00.000-07:00

8E-Sonnet Due Mon. Finish movie scene questions.

7E-Read Ch. 3. Write 3 questions and 1 vocab word.

6V- Research notes and 3 citations (1 print, 1 web, 1 your choice) DUE MONDAY
Websites worth checking out:
http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/caer/ce/eek/index.htm
http://www.epa.gov/students/
http://epa.gov/climatechange/kids/index.html
http://www.capitolconnect.com/audubon/
http://environet.policy.net/

6E-Read 5+6. Complete 1 RR Log.

2009-09-08T09:24:00.000-07:00

6V- Write your proposed thesis.

8E- Sonnet DUE Mon. Polished and illustrated for Wednesday, September 16.

6E- Complete Ch.3 and 4 and write an entry in your Reading Response Log.

RR Log Starters (Class 6E*)

2009-09-07T08:49:00.000-07:00

I wonder what this means
I really don't understand this part
I really like/dislike this idea because
This character reminds me of somebody I know because
This character reminds me of me because
This character is like (name of the character) in (title of book) because
I think this setting is important because
This scene reminds me of a similar scene in (title of book) because
I like/dislike this writing because
This part is very realistic/unrealistic because
I think the relationship between ______ and ______ is interesting because
I like/dislike (name of character) because
This situation reminds me of a similar situation in my own life.
The character I most admire is ______ because
If I were (name of character) at this point, I would
I began to think
I love the way
I can't believe
I wonder why
I noticed
I think
I observed
I wonder
If I were
I'm not sure
I felt sad when
I like the way the author
I wish that
This made me think of
I was surprised
It seems like
I'm not sure
This story teaches
I began to think of

2009-09-07T05:36:00.000-07:00

6V-Brainstorm topics for your Environmental Essay

8E-No Homework

7E-Rd. the Outsiders to pg. 26. Choose a vocab word and write 3 questions (1 of each type) for the section.

Text Level: What happened to Johnny?
Opinion: What outcome do you predict when the Socs surround Ponyboy?
Connection: Ponyboy describes himself as a loner. Do you know someone who could be described that way?

6E-Rd. Ch. 1 and 2 in Bridge to Terabithia. Write an entry in your reading response log.

7H-STUDY for quiz on the geography of the Arabian Penninsula (WED.) P. 48 in your workbook.

OUTSIDE BOOK PROJECT TERM 1

2009-09-07T05:33:00.000-07:00

Outside Book Project -- Term 1
Graphic English Assignment

For this assignment, you will choose a book you have not already read that is at least 120 pages long and appropriate to your personal reading level. You will read the book and create a visual that illustrates your understanding of the book. At the end of the term, you will present your visual to the class.

Choose ONE of the following project options:

Graphic Novel/Comic Strip. Create a 12-square comic strip that illustrates the main events of your book. It should include speech bubbles and illustrations.
Life map. Often, characters take journey – both physical and emotional. Create a map of one of the main characters lives. Be prepared to explain your choices.
Theme Collage. Cut out magazine pictures to create a collage poster illustrating the themes of the book. Then write an explanation describing how the themes are emphasized in the book and how the magazine pictures relate to the book.
Book Jacket. Create a new book jacket for the book. Write a summary of the book on the back cover, and write an introduction to the book inside the cover. Also, include critic’s quotes.
Children’s Picture Book. Create a children’s version of the book using your own words and pictures to convey the book’s message.
Scene illustration. Use the art medium of your choice to recreate the most important scene of the book. Then explain in writing why the scene is an integral part of the plot.

Procedures:
Choose a book of any genre that is appropriate for both school and your reading level. If you are unsure about the book, check with Ms.Sprinkle to make sure it is acceptable.
Read the book. You will have a bit of time to read in class, but this is mostly to be done outside of school.
As you read, think about what project you would like to do. Make notes, pictures, etc. to help the book stay fresh in your mind.
Design and create your project. Please note that your project must demonstrate that you have read the entire book.
Practice presenting your project to the class.
Present!

Grading Criteria: Content and Style & Language Use
· demonstrates a very good understanding of the topic or theme
· demonstrates a deep appreciation of the author’s intention and techniques
· vocabulary is varied and suited to the task
· Infrequent errors in spelling, pronunciation, punctuation and use of sentences
· Uses formal and informal language appropriately

Due Dates:
September 18, 2009
Book selected and approved
Monday, November 9, 2009
PRESENT PROJECT!

2009-09-03T09:03:00.000-07:00

Hello All,

Welcome back to school! It has been a pleasure seeing old faces and meeting new ones.

All English Classes- Write me a letter. Include paragraphs about:
-yourself/ your summer
-reading/listening
-writing/speaking
-how you learn best

7th Humanities-
Finish the Geography Challenge questions and the map of Muslim Trade Routes

2009-05-01T05:53:00.000-07:00

6E- Working Bibliography DUE Mon. Take notes and document sources.

7H- You are one of the Emporer's most trusted advisors. Write a letter advocating an open or closed -door policy. Be sure to give at least 3 reasons and support them with examples from the previous dynasties. DUE: Wed.

8E- Cultural short stories essay.

7E- Read Ch. 14-16 and define 5 words from the reading