Today in ELA...
-we finished reading "Smelly Feat" and discussing direct characterization, indirect characterization and making inferences.
HW: Write one sentence and draw one picture for each page of their Manitou-lin Flip Book - due tomorrow.
Today in Math...
-we checked though our doubling sheet and discussed the importance of mastering doubles and halves.
-continued practicing using order of operations.
-compared how much a problem can change from the correct answer when incorrectly following directions.
HW: none
Today in Guided Studies...
-we reviewed completeness of planners
-discussed each point of learning on the blog
-practiced factoring, vocabulary, finding GCF and LCM
HW: fill in planner completely, check blog, organize binder, study for Social Studies
Monday, September 30, 2013
Social Studies
Monday
Today in class we:
-discussed the test tomorrow and the country project due tomorrow
-we read "Everybody Cooks Rice" and started culture notes
-we also started a migration writing assignment (will work on in class tomorrow)
HW: Be ready for the test and have your country done!!
Today in class we:
-discussed the test tomorrow and the country project due tomorrow
-we read "Everybody Cooks Rice" and started culture notes
-we also started a migration writing assignment (will work on in class tomorrow)
HW: Be ready for the test and have your country done!!
English- Hickok
Today we...
1. reviewed our safety rules.
2. created vocab pictures for bully prevention strategies.
3. focused on our word of the day...
obliterate v.t.
Definition: 1. to remove or destroy all traces of, 2. to blot out or render indecipherable; efface.
Example: The accident seemed to obliterate her memory.
Synonyms: erase, expunge
No homework, but please review notes for Thursday/Friday's test.
1. reviewed our safety rules.
2. created vocab pictures for bully prevention strategies.
3. focused on our word of the day...
obliterate v.t.
Definition: 1. to remove or destroy all traces of, 2. to blot out or render indecipherable; efface.
Example: The accident seemed to obliterate her memory.
Synonyms: erase, expunge
No homework, but please review notes for Thursday/Friday's test.
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we reviewed factoring and finding the GCF. Thee homework for tonight is to complete 3 puzzles on the worksheet.
****The quiz over factoring, GCFs, and LCMs will be this Friday.****
Luhmann's CC2
****The quiz over factoring, GCFs, and LCMs will be this Friday.****
Luhmann's CC2
Science- Lillmars 9/30
Today in Science, the students...
1) began our "eggspiriment" that we will continue in class for a week or so
2) color coded cell parts
No homework.
1) began our "eggspiriment" that we will continue in class for a week or so
2) color coded cell parts
No homework.
Thursday, September 26, 2013
English- Hickok
Friday
Today the kids read a story titled, Loser. They identified types of bullies and also characterization traits of the main characters of the story. The remainder of the time they were able to work on their free writing piece or they got to continue reading their library book.
No homework
Today the kids read a story titled, Loser. They identified types of bullies and also characterization traits of the main characters of the story. The remainder of the time they were able to work on their free writing piece or they got to continue reading their library book.
No homework
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*shared a few book recommendations
*went to the library to check out
*read about & started notes about 5 types of bullying
No HW!
Tomorrow we will:
*journal - write about camp, something else going on, or free write
*read a story called "The Loser"
No HW, but please read over the weekend & enjoy the weather outside!! :)
*shared a few book recommendations
*went to the library to check out
*read about & started notes about 5 types of bullying
No HW!
Tomorrow we will:
*journal - write about camp, something else going on, or free write
*read a story called "The Loser"
No HW, but please read over the weekend & enjoy the weather outside!! :)
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- First test of the year! Hopefully everyone did well.
- Absorbency Lab and graph is due tomorrow.
- Check out the test pictures - Thanks to our WISH volunteers for being readers for those who like to hear tests aloud!
- First test of the year! Hopefully everyone did well.
- Absorbency Lab and graph is due tomorrow.
- Check out the test pictures - Thanks to our WISH volunteers for being readers for those who like to hear tests aloud!
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we went extended our prime factorization skills. We found the GCF of two numbers using a venn diagram. The homework for tonight is on pages 34-35 problems 5 - 17 odd, and to answer these two questions:
1) Is it possible for the GCF of two numbers to be 1? Explain or give an example.
2) Is it possible for the GCF to be one of the numbers in the problem? Explain or give an example.
1) Is it possible for the GCF of two numbers to be 1? Explain or give an example.
2) Is it possible for the GCF to be one of the numbers in the problem? Explain or give an example.
Social Studies
Thursday
-Today we talked about our upcoming test, students received a practice (see below)
HW: Practice for the test next week, Country Project Due Monday or Tuesday.
-Today we talked about our upcoming test, students received a practice (see below)
NEXT
WEEK YOU WILL HAVE A TEST OVER THESE TWO QUESTIONS, ONE YOU WILL WRITE ABOUT
AND ONE YOU WILL VERBALLY TELL ME THE ANSWER. TEST WILL BE MONDAY AND TUESDAY!! BE READY!! LOOK AT YOUR NOTES TO HELP YOU OR SEE ME IF
CONFUSED
Describe
how natives’ lives were changed because they went from hunting and gathering to
farming. What were the positive
results or impact of this change on the people?
Describe
how the actions of an European explorer (like Columbus or Cortez) changed the
Americas. (positive, negative or both).
-We also worked in the lab researching some geography tools online.
HW: Practice for the test next week, Country Project Due Monday or Tuesday.
Friday (I will be at a reading conference tomorrow and a fantastic sub will be here)
-Watch CNN student news
-Work time for Country project
- Basic mapping worksheet on Ludington State Park.
HW: Practice for the test next week, Country Project Due Monday or Tuesday.
English- Hickok
Today we...
1. went to the library.
2. played charades using our bully notes.
No Homework.
***Camp was a great success yesterday.
1. went to the library.
2. played charades using our bully notes.
No Homework.
***Camp was a great success yesterday.
Science- Lillmars 9/26
Today in Science, the students...
1) worked on a couple assignments they started on the day they did not go to camp
2) took the microscope unit test
HW: Students who did not finish the absorbency graph in class this week should have it done for tomorrow!
1) worked on a couple assignments they started on the day they did not go to camp
2) took the microscope unit test
HW: Students who did not finish the absorbency graph in class this week should have it done for tomorrow!
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Students have a Pre-Course Test that is due tomorrow. It is a review of the material that is from 4th and 5th grades.
Science - Spotts
Science today:
- We had a crazy day of some kids going to camp and others left behind
- at school, we basically had a to do list sort of day.
- Test on Microscopes tomorrow! Test Ticket review sheet is optional, but recommended.
- We had a crazy day of some kids going to camp and others left behind
- at school, we basically had a to do list sort of day.
- Test on Microscopes tomorrow! Test Ticket review sheet is optional, but recommended.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today is "wacky Wednesday"! :) While the other half of the 6th grade was enjoying camp today, we kept busy practice some of the skills we are learning in English. Today we read a story called "Smelly Feat" and worked on summarization and characterization. We also had a little fun in the afternoon! Ask your student about it!
Have a great night!
Have a great night!
Social Studies
Today is a "Wacky Wednesday"!! With half of the 6th graders at camp and 7th and 8th graders taking the Explore test we had a different schedule. The students that did have social studies worked on a 5 Themes of Geography paper and had work time on country project.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Science- Lillmars 9/24
Today, while half the sixth graders are at camp, the other half of kids have a little different schedule, but still get to work on each core subject.
For Science, the students will...
1) create a bar graph using their results from the absorbency lab we did last week.
2) start thinking about our next unit, cells, with a "take 5"!
3) if time, work on their test ticket.
HW: Review! Unit test is on Thursday.
For Science, the students will...
1) create a bar graph using their results from the absorbency lab we did last week.
2) start thinking about our next unit, cells, with a "take 5"!
3) if time, work on their test ticket.
HW: Review! Unit test is on Thursday.
Monday, September 23, 2013
9/23 Dobb
Today in ELA...
-we finished reading "Tuesday of the Other June", discussing direct characterization, indirect characterization and inferences. Students read aloud to the class to develop good rate, clarity, accuracy and expression.
-we also discussed Camp details. Most of my students are attend tomorrow. Don't forget to dress for the weather, were comfortable hiking shoes, a lunch, a snack and to be picked up at 5:15 at the Middle School! :)
Today in Math...
-we practiced flashcards, exponential problems and order of operations.
-we also discussed Camp details. Most of my students are attend tomorrow. Don't forget to dress for the weather, were comfortable hiking shoes, a lunch, a snack and to be picked up at 5:15 at the Middle School! :)
Today in Guided Studies...
-we mostly prepared for Camp by discussing details and easing anxiety! :)
-we also peer checked binders and planners.
-we finished reading "Tuesday of the Other June", discussing direct characterization, indirect characterization and inferences. Students read aloud to the class to develop good rate, clarity, accuracy and expression.
-we also discussed Camp details. Most of my students are attend tomorrow. Don't forget to dress for the weather, were comfortable hiking shoes, a lunch, a snack and to be picked up at 5:15 at the Middle School! :)
Today in Math...
-we practiced flashcards, exponential problems and order of operations.
-we also discussed Camp details. Most of my students are attend tomorrow. Don't forget to dress for the weather, were comfortable hiking shoes, a lunch, a snack and to be picked up at 5:15 at the Middle School! :)
Today in Guided Studies...
-we mostly prepared for Camp by discussing details and easing anxiety! :)
-we also peer checked binders and planners.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*went over camp and good things
*discussed the Do's and Don'ts list for writing a summary
*wrote a practice summary
~No HW!!~
***If you are going to camp: Don't forget to dress in layers for the weather, remember your lunch, arrange your ride for 5:15 here at school, and get ready for a GREAT day!! :)
*went over camp and good things
*discussed the Do's and Don'ts list for writing a summary
*wrote a practice summary
~No HW!!~
***If you are going to camp: Don't forget to dress in layers for the weather, remember your lunch, arrange your ride for 5:15 here at school, and get ready for a GREAT day!! :)
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today we reviewed the vocab from Friday then began factoring numbers the homework is on page 28-29 problems 5-25 odd.
PARENTS/STUDENTS - It will benefit students greatly if they review their vocabulary words daily. Part of being able to do math is being able to understand the words used in math.
PARENTS/STUDENTS - It will benefit students greatly if they review their vocabulary words daily. Part of being able to do math is being able to understand the words used in math.
Social Studies
Monday
Today we used Google Earth to fill out a 5 Themes of Geography paper and worked on our country projects.
Assessment this week!! Students will be giving a verbal answer and a written answer for the following prompts:
-Describe how natives' lives were changed because they when from hunting and gathering to farming. What were the positive results or impact of this change on the people?
-Describe how the actions of an European explorer (like Columbus or Cortez) changed the Americas (positive, negative, or both).
HW: Country Project is due next MONDAY:)
Today we used Google Earth to fill out a 5 Themes of Geography paper and worked on our country projects.
Assessment this week!! Students will be giving a verbal answer and a written answer for the following prompts:
-Describe how natives' lives were changed because they when from hunting and gathering to farming. What were the positive results or impact of this change on the people?
-Describe how the actions of an European explorer (like Columbus or Cortez) changed the Americas (positive, negative, or both).
HW: Country Project is due next MONDAY:)
Science- Lillmars 9/23
Today in Science, the students...
1) watched some teacher act out lab bloopers spotted during the absorbency lab
2) took their "Cells" unit pretest
3) watched a short clip on microbes
4) worked on their test tickets
HW: Review! Test tickets are due Thursday for a small reward! Our microscope test is Thursday.
1) watched some teacher act out lab bloopers spotted during the absorbency lab
2) took their "Cells" unit pretest
3) watched a short clip on microbes
4) worked on their test tickets
HW: Review! Test tickets are due Thursday for a small reward! Our microscope test is Thursday.
Sunday, September 22, 2013
English- Hickok
Monday....
Today we shared good news, peer edited out summary sample from our latest story, and we took notes on the types of bullies.
No homework
Today we shared good news, peer edited out summary sample from our latest story, and we took notes on the types of bullies.
No homework
Friday, September 20, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today we took notes on prime and composite numbers and factors. There is no homework tonight.
Friday with Dobb
Today in ELA...
-we visited the library for check out
-read "Tuesday of the Other June" and discussed indirect and direct characterization in addition to making inferences.
HW: read 20 min.
Today in Math...
-practiced flashcards
-completed the weather for the week, including averaging for the week to find the mean...74.4 degrees!
-reviewed exponents
-practiced order of operations
HW: practice flashcards
Today in Guided Studies...
-did dear and checked planners
-reviewed the blog and today's learning
-studied for next week's science test on Thursday, social studies concepts, and math vocabulary
HW: review planner with a parent and sign, organize binders, study for all subjects
Have a great weekend!
-we visited the library for check out
-read "Tuesday of the Other June" and discussed indirect and direct characterization in addition to making inferences.
HW: read 20 min.
Today in Math...
-practiced flashcards
-completed the weather for the week, including averaging for the week to find the mean...74.4 degrees!
-reviewed exponents
-practiced order of operations
HW: practice flashcards
Today in Guided Studies...
-did dear and checked planners
-reviewed the blog and today's learning
-studied for next week's science test on Thursday, social studies concepts, and math vocabulary
HW: review planner with a parent and sign, organize binders, study for all subjects
Have a great weekend!
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*defined direct and indirect characterization
*practiced characterizing characters from the story, "Tuesday of the Other June"
No HW! Have a great weekend! Be sure to read!!
*defined direct and indirect characterization
*practiced characterizing characters from the story, "Tuesday of the Other June"
No HW! Have a great weekend! Be sure to read!!
English- Hickok
Today we reviewed techniques in writing a quality summary. The kids also had an opportunity to do some creative writing and / or dig into the book they are reading.
Homework- Play outside for at least 3 hours this weekend. :)
Homework- Play outside for at least 3 hours this weekend. :)
Science- Lillmars 9/20
Today in Science, the students...
1) practiced staining with the cheek cells and onion skin cells lab
2) received and started working on their microscope unit test ticket
Our test is next week Thursday!
1) practiced staining with the cheek cells and onion skin cells lab
2) received and started working on their microscope unit test ticket
Our test is next week Thursday!
Thursday, September 19, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*went to library for weekly checkout time
*worked on finding textual evidence in our story
No HW!
*went to library for weekly checkout time
*worked on finding textual evidence in our story
No HW!
Social Studies
Thursday
Today we watched The Lorax clip to show Human Environment Interaction.
We did a matching activity for the 5 Themes of Geography
We discussed and starting working on the Country Project.
No homework
Today we watched The Lorax clip to show Human Environment Interaction.
We did a matching activity for the 5 Themes of Geography
We discussed and starting working on the Country Project.
No homework
English- Hickok
Today we...
1. Reviewed our indirect/direct characterization activity from yesterday
2. Had some great book talk recommendations
3. Went to the library
No homework
1. Reviewed our indirect/direct characterization activity from yesterday
2. Had some great book talk recommendations
3. Went to the library
No homework
Mrs. Dobb
Today in ELA:
-students viewed the Zigism
-researched the definitions of Bully and Empathy
-began reading "Tuesday of the Other June" and looked for textual evidence of bullying and empathy
along the way.
HW: read 20 minutes
Today in Math:
-we did the weather report to average for the mean at the end of the week
-reviewed exponents
-learned about order of operations
HW: Practice E
Today in Guided Studies:
-we reviewed the blog and planners
-studied in partners and whole group for math, science and social studies
-discussed strategies to destress during an assessment
-practiced logging into powerschool to check grades
HW: planner signatures, stay organized, study
-students viewed the Zigism
-researched the definitions of Bully and Empathy
-began reading "Tuesday of the Other June" and looked for textual evidence of bullying and empathy
along the way.
HW: read 20 minutes
Today in Math:
-we did the weather report to average for the mean at the end of the week
-reviewed exponents
-learned about order of operations
HW: Practice E
Today in Guided Studies:
-we reviewed the blog and planners
-studied in partners and whole group for math, science and social studies
-discussed strategies to destress during an assessment
-practiced logging into powerschool to check grades
HW: planner signatures, stay organized, study
Science- Lillmars 9/19
Today in Science, the students...
1) finished up their absorbency lab questions from yesterday
2) filled in notes about staining
HW: Review! We will be sending home a Microscope Test Ticket tomorrow!
*Note: the test has been changed to next Thursday because of camp!*
1) finished up their absorbency lab questions from yesterday
2) filled in notes about staining
HW: Review! We will be sending home a Microscope Test Ticket tomorrow!
*Note: the test has been changed to next Thursday because of camp!*
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today we took a quiz over the first 3 lessons. We also started a discussion about prime numbers. There is no homework tonight.
QUIZ
QUIZ
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we did a 'walking review' in which students walked around the room doing various review problems for the quiz. Students should review tonight for their quiz tomorrow.
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*discussed the events in "Tuesday of the Other June"
*shared some predictions we made
*defined textual evidence and inference
*started working on finding textual evidence in the story
~No HW~
*discussed the events in "Tuesday of the Other June"
*shared some predictions we made
*defined textual evidence and inference
*started working on finding textual evidence in the story
~No HW~
English-Hickok
Today we...
1. went over student responses to yesterday's work.
2. practiced identifying character traits using our inferencing skills and using direct textual evidence.
No homework
1. went over student responses to yesterday's work.
2. practiced identifying character traits using our inferencing skills and using direct textual evidence.
No homework
Lillmars- Science 9/18
Today in Science, the students did a lab to see which material was more absorbent: notebook paper, magazine paper, or paper towel.
Ask your student what they discovered!
HW: Keep reviewing! Microscope unit test is next week Tuesday!
Ask your student what they discovered!
HW: Keep reviewing! Microscope unit test is next week Tuesday!
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Learning with Mrs. Dobb
Today in ELA:
- we discussed the Zigism and how today's skills help fuel future dreams
- we checked Summer/Weekend Top 10 Lists
- students brainstormed what it means to be safe at school, the definition of a Bully and the definition of Empathy using www.m-w.com.
HW: Read 20 minutes
Today in Math:
- students studied multiplication and division facts
- did the weather report for end of the week averages
- checked place value homework
- practiced using exponents
HW: Exponent problem
Today in Guided Studies:
- each binder was checked for organization
- we reviewed the blog
- studied science and social studies
HW: get planner signed, keep binder organized and study for Luhmann/Chambers Thurs./ Science Assessment Tuesday.
- we discussed the Zigism and how today's skills help fuel future dreams
- we checked Summer/Weekend Top 10 Lists
- students brainstormed what it means to be safe at school, the definition of a Bully and the definition of Empathy using www.m-w.com.
HW: Read 20 minutes
Today in Math:
- students studied multiplication and division facts
- did the weather report for end of the week averages
- checked place value homework
- practiced using exponents
HW: Exponent problem
Today in Guided Studies:
- each binder was checked for organization
- we reviewed the blog
- studied science and social studies
HW: get planner signed, keep binder organized and study for Luhmann/Chambers Thurs./ Science Assessment Tuesday.
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we continued working on long problems using order of operations. There are two homework assignments for today. The first homework for tonight is page 20-21 problems 2-14 even, 21-25, & 33. The second homework is to write one multiple choice question from each of the 3 lessons so far.
We will have a quiz on Thursday.
We will have a quiz on Thursday.
Social Studies
Today we:
-Celebrated Constitution Day!!
-When over important notes and finished some that we still needed to do.
-Talked about 5 Themes of Geography
NO HOMEWORK
-Celebrated Constitution Day!!
-When over important notes and finished some that we still needed to do.
-Talked about 5 Themes of Geography
NO HOMEWORK
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we read and did some vocabulary from "Tuesday of the Other June".
No Homework, but students can always read at home from their DEAR book!! :)
No Homework, but students can always read at home from their DEAR book!! :)
Science- Lillmars 9/17
Today in Science, the students finished their CIA Lab Manuals.
No homework-- but keep reviewing! The microscope unit test is next Tuesday!
No homework-- but keep reviewing! The microscope unit test is next Tuesday!
Monday, September 16, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*finished and discussed our empathy maps
*went over vocabulary & predictions
*started reading "Tuesday of the Other June"
~No HW!~
*finished and discussed our empathy maps
*went over vocabulary & predictions
*started reading "Tuesday of the Other June"
~No HW!~
Social Studies
Monday
Today we learned about the Impact of Colonization.
-5 min. video clip
-Divided up reading (p. 59-63) and shared with partners.
No homework
Today we learned about the Impact of Colonization.
-5 min. video clip
-Divided up reading (p. 59-63) and shared with partners.
No homework
English- Hickok
Today we...
1. Shared good news
2. Took notes on some important reading terms
3. Started the story, Tuesday of the Other June
No homework
1. Shared good news
2. Took notes on some important reading terms
3. Started the story, Tuesday of the Other June
No homework
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we discussed 'order of operations' and used PEMDAS as a way to remember it. Today's homework is page 20-21 problems 1-13 odd, 17-20, 26, and 30-31. Students need to show work for the homework on a lined piece of paper.
Here is a link to PEMDAS.
We will have our first quiz on Thursday. It will cover chapter 1 lessons 1-3.
Here is a link to PEMDAS.
We will have our first quiz on Thursday. It will cover chapter 1 lessons 1-3.
Science- Lillmars 9/16
Happy Monday! I am back from Cleveland! Thank you students for being so great for Mrs. Morehouse!
Today in Science, the students had "make up Monday"... a day to tie up all of our loose ends! In class, we...
1) finished the 4-square activity about the famous scientists
2) continued watching the "118 Green Street" video
No homework, but just to put it on your radar, we will have our final microscope test next week Tuesday. This Friday, a study guide will come home to provide more detail.
Today in Science, the students had "make up Monday"... a day to tie up all of our loose ends! In class, we...
1) finished the 4-square activity about the famous scientists
2) continued watching the "118 Green Street" video
No homework, but just to put it on your radar, we will have our final microscope test next week Tuesday. This Friday, a study guide will come home to provide more detail.
Friday, September 13, 2013
Learning from Mrs. Dobb
Today in Resource ELA:
-we discussed each student's SRI score from yesterday
-we read research on the positive effects of reading 20 minutes per day
-we checked out "good fit" books from the library
HW: read 20 minutes
Today in Resource Math:
-we documented the weather forecast
-students took the Delta Math/Inqwizit Screener
HW: no homework
Today in Guided Studies:
-we reviewed the blog
-we discussed learning in each class
-we checked neatness and accuracy of planners
-we added detail and labels to the CIA Manuals
-we studied social studies notes with partners and whole class
-we practiced math problems from the homework
HW: organize binders, get planner signed
-we discussed each student's SRI score from yesterday
-we read research on the positive effects of reading 20 minutes per day
-we checked out "good fit" books from the library
HW: read 20 minutes
Today in Resource Math:
-we documented the weather forecast
-students took the Delta Math/Inqwizit Screener
HW: no homework
Today in Guided Studies:
-we reviewed the blog
-we discussed learning in each class
-we checked neatness and accuracy of planners
-we added detail and labels to the CIA Manuals
-we studied social studies notes with partners and whole class
-we practiced math problems from the homework
HW: organize binders, get planner signed
Social Studies
Friday:
Today we:
-Watched CNN Student News-ask your child what he/she remembers .
-Handed back timelines and collected homework (Lepo only)-ask your child if he/she could do the homework (notes had to be done in order to do it), students that did finish their civilization work earned something :) THANKS!!
-We read about the European invasion in the Americas while working on visualization notes on main idea and details.
Have a great weekend!
No homework
Today we:
-Watched CNN Student News-ask your child what he/she remembers .
-Handed back timelines and collected homework (Lepo only)-ask your child if he/she could do the homework (notes had to be done in order to do it), students that did finish their civilization work earned something :) THANKS!!
-We read about the European invasion in the Americas while working on visualization notes on main idea and details.
Have a great weekend!
No homework
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Thursday:
We went to the library & discussed our bully/victim drawings and descriptions. We discussed the word - stereotype.
Friday:
We discussed the word empathy, and we did a small group activity to map out how to be empathetic in a variety of situations.
No HW for the weekend.... although you can always read! :)
Have a great weekend!
We went to the library & discussed our bully/victim drawings and descriptions. We discussed the word - stereotype.
Friday:
We discussed the word empathy, and we did a small group activity to map out how to be empathetic in a variety of situations.
No HW for the weekend.... although you can always read! :)
Have a great weekend!
Science - Spotts
Science today...
-we worked on our CIA books
- we did a year start pretest
- have a great weekend!
-we worked on our CIA books
- we did a year start pretest
- have a great weekend!
English-Hickok
Today we did a group activity that reinforced our key word of our bully unit...EMPATHY. They did a great job. Kids also had a free reading or writing time...their choice.
HW- Don't forget to get those planners signed. :)
HW- Don't forget to get those planners signed. :)
MATH - Chambers/luhmsnn
Today in math we continued on with some work on powers, bases, and exponents. The homework is page 14-15 problems 4-20 even, 24, 37, 38, 39.
Check out these sites to see big numbers in action.
Check out these sites to see big numbers in action.
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Social Studies
Thursday
Today we:
-Watched a 16 min. video about early explorers in the Americas
-Wrote a journal entry from the point of view of one of the explorers, a native, or the Queen (turned in at the end of class)
Homework: Yesterday students were assigned a Civilization assignment. Students may draw or write about the 5 parts of a civilization (see vocab if you can't remember the 5). Students may draw or write about a current civilization, like the US or they may create their own civilization - have fun!!
Today we:
-Watched a 16 min. video about early explorers in the Americas
-Wrote a journal entry from the point of view of one of the explorers, a native, or the Queen (turned in at the end of class)
Homework: Yesterday students were assigned a Civilization assignment. Students may draw or write about the 5 parts of a civilization (see vocab if you can't remember the 5). Students may draw or write about a current civilization, like the US or they may create their own civilization - have fun!!
English- Hickok
Today we went to the library and we discussed our bully and victim journals from this week.
No homework
No homework
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Learning in Mrs. Dobb's Room
Today in Resource ELA:
-we discussed our Zigism
-added examples of respect, responsibility and resourcefulness
-read through the "Dear Mrs. Dobb" assignment
-practiced filling out planners
HW: Dear Mrs. Dobb letter due tomorrow
Today in Resource Math:
-we collected weather data to find the mean and fraction of for the end of the week
-added examples of respect, responsibility and resourcefulness
-worked in groups on using word in a story problem to know what operation for solving
-identified parts of a graph
HW: complete #20
Today in Guided Studies:
-we practiced assessing and using the information on the blog
-assessed how well each were filling out their planner
-practiced how to study using social studies notes
-previewed what a folder by folder binder check would look like on Monday
HW: do all other homework, organize and get planner signed
-we discussed our Zigism
-added examples of respect, responsibility and resourcefulness
-read through the "Dear Mrs. Dobb" assignment
-practiced filling out planners
HW: Dear Mrs. Dobb letter due tomorrow
Today in Resource Math:
-we collected weather data to find the mean and fraction of for the end of the week
-added examples of respect, responsibility and resourcefulness
-worked in groups on using word in a story problem to know what operation for solving
-identified parts of a graph
HW: complete #20
Today in Guided Studies:
-we practiced assessing and using the information on the blog
-assessed how well each were filling out their planner
-practiced how to study using social studies notes
-previewed what a folder by folder binder check would look like on Monday
HW: do all other homework, organize and get planner signed
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we started discussing powers, exponents, and bases. The homework is page 14-15 problems 7, 15, 22, 28, 30, 34. This will be due on Friday.
Click this link to see how to access our online book. bigideasmath.com
Click this link to see how to access our online book. bigideasmath.com
Social Studies
9/11/13
We are remembering 9/11 by watching a video clip on CNN student news. We also finished notes from the "Societies of the Americas" section. Students then had two options to show what they learned about civilizations.
Option one: Draw the 5 parts of a current civilization or a made up civilization, must be detailed and colored.
Option two: Write about the 5 parts of a current civilization or a made up civilization.
Be ready to share your civilization drawing or story tomorrow.
We are remembering 9/11 by watching a video clip on CNN student news. We also finished notes from the "Societies of the Americas" section. Students then had two options to show what they learned about civilizations.
Option one: Draw the 5 parts of a current civilization or a made up civilization, must be detailed and colored.
Option two: Write about the 5 parts of a current civilization or a made up civilization.
Be ready to share your civilization drawing or story tomorrow.
English
Today we took the SRI test. Kids, please click on this link to access the test. Thanks!
http://ha-scholastic:55880/slms/studentaccess
http://ha-scholastic:55880/slms/studentaccess
Science - Spotts
Science today...
- Daily Opener - Pond Response
- Microscope Parts Quiz
- CIA training
- No HW
- Daily Opener - Pond Response
- Microscope Parts Quiz
- CIA training
- No HW
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Mrs. Schuiteman - English
Today we:
*discussed our journal about feeling safe
*did a draw and describe activity
-What does a bully look like?
-What does a victim look like?
-Using 5 adjectives for each, describe what they are like in words.
No Homework
*discussed our journal about feeling safe
*did a draw and describe activity
-What does a bully look like?
-What does a victim look like?
-Using 5 adjectives for each, describe what they are like in words.
No Homework
Social Studies
9/10/13
Today in class we read about early societies in the Americas (p.27-31 in the Creating America book). We worked on vocab and taking notes.
No homework
Today in class we read about early societies in the Americas (p.27-31 in the Creating America book). We worked on vocab and taking notes.
No homework
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
In math today we corrected our homework and discussed what a quality piece of homework looks like. The students wrote a constructed response about multiplication and division.
The homework for today is on pages 7-9 problems 9-25 odd, 39, 40.
Click this link to see how to access our online book. bigideasmath.com
The homework for today is on pages 7-9 problems 9-25 odd, 39, 40.
Click this link to see how to access our online book. bigideasmath.com
Science- Lillmars 9/10
Today in Science, the students...
1) took their microscope parts quiz
2) started their "CIA Training" Session. This session taught them more about accurately drawing the tiny creatures and fibers we are able to see through our microscopes.
HW:
1) Tomorrow we go to the pond during Science! Wear tennis shoes!
2) We will continue our CIA manuals on Thursday. If you have something microscopic at home that you'd like to get a closer look at (dog hair, flea, etc) feel free to bring it into class on Thursday!
1) took their microscope parts quiz
2) started their "CIA Training" Session. This session taught them more about accurately drawing the tiny creatures and fibers we are able to see through our microscopes.
HW:
1) Tomorrow we go to the pond during Science! Wear tennis shoes!
2) We will continue our CIA manuals on Thursday. If you have something microscopic at home that you'd like to get a closer look at (dog hair, flea, etc) feel free to bring it into class on Thursday!
Language Arts- Hickok
Today we practiced our computer, Google, and SRI logins and passwords because on Wednesday the kids will be taking the SRI (reading) test. We also did a short journal on their experiences with bullying. Try to stay cool!
No homework
No homework
Monday, September 9, 2013
Learning from Mrs. Dobb
Resource ELA
Today we:
-did a Zigism (ask you student about this)
-reviewed the class syllabus (attached to the 6th grade packet)
-began discussing what it means to be respectful, responsible, and resourceful (classroom rules)
HW: read 20 minutes
Resource Math
Today we:
-practiced how we correct homework
-reviewed the class syllabus (attached to the 6th grade packet)
-reviewed what is needed for a four star lunch
-reviewed the weather to do averages and weather fractions for the end of the week
No HW
Resource Guided Studies
Today we:
-checked planners for completeness (all boxes filled neatly and parent signature from previous day)
-reviewed the blog as a class
-discussed being prepared for the pond, studying for the upcoming microscope quiz and doing math
homework completely and neatly.
-previewed how binders will be assessed every Monday for "Make Your Binder Magnificent
Monday"
HW: Check planner, parent signature, organize binder and do ALL homework for other classes
Today we:
-did a Zigism (ask you student about this)
-reviewed the class syllabus (attached to the 6th grade packet)
-began discussing what it means to be respectful, responsible, and resourceful (classroom rules)
HW: read 20 minutes
Resource Math
Today we:
-practiced how we correct homework
-reviewed the class syllabus (attached to the 6th grade packet)
-reviewed what is needed for a four star lunch
-reviewed the weather to do averages and weather fractions for the end of the week
No HW
Resource Guided Studies
Today we:
-checked planners for completeness (all boxes filled neatly and parent signature from previous day)
-reviewed the blog as a class
-discussed being prepared for the pond, studying for the upcoming microscope quiz and doing math
homework completely and neatly.
-previewed how binders will be assessed every Monday for "Make Your Binder Magnificent
Monday"
HW: Check planner, parent signature, organize binder and do ALL homework for other classes
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
We began chapter 1 today and discussed the 4 basic functions. The homework for tonight is Pg 7-9 problems #8, 10, 20, 22, 31, 32, & 35. (Students need a neat drawing to prove their answer for # 35.)
You may watch a video explaining how to find and use our textbook here: bigideasmath.com
You may watch a video explaining how to find and use our textbook here: bigideasmath.com
Language Arts- Hickok
Today we finished our first writing sample and turned it in. We also started our bully unit by journaling about what makes schools safe and what stereotypes there are of bullies and victims.
No homework
No homework
Science - Spotts
Happy Monday!
Today in science we...
- did a daily opener about a legless frog
- did a four square activity about some scientists who contributed to microscopic science
- Microscope Parts Quiz on Wednesday!
Today in science we...
- did a daily opener about a legless frog
- did a four square activity about some scientists who contributed to microscopic science
- Microscope Parts Quiz on Wednesday!
Science- Lillmars 9/9
Today in Science, the students...
1) reviewed for tomorrow's quiz
2) completed their first lab... "Hello, Microscope!"
HW: Review only the color coded microscope sheet from last week.. we have a quiz tomorrow! :)
1) reviewed for tomorrow's quiz
2) completed their first lab... "Hello, Microscope!"
HW: Review only the color coded microscope sheet from last week.. we have a quiz tomorrow! :)
Friday, September 6, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today in math we did a textbook scavenger hunt to get familiar with our book. Mrs. Chambers' classes turned in their 'Dear Mrs. Chambers' letters and have no homework. The homework for Mr. Luhmann's classes is to write a "Dear Mr. Luhmann' letter.
Language Arts-Hickok
Today kids got their new student number, discussed our "count on me, count on you" classroom rules, and they started their first writing sample.
No homework. :)
No homework. :)
Science- Lillmars 9/6
Today in Science, the students...
1) were asked what their favorite prepared slide was from yesterday
2) completed a 4-square activity about the scientists who helped the world learn about microscopes
No homework
1) were asked what their favorite prepared slide was from yesterday
2) completed a 4-square activity about the scientists who helped the world learn about microscopes
No homework
Thursday, September 5, 2013
MATH - Chambers/Luhmann
Today students introduced themselves to he class with a speech. Mrs. Chambers' classes have a 'Dear Mrs. Chambers' letter for homework. Mr. Luhmann's classes will get the 'Dear Mr. Luhmann' letter for homework tomorrow.
Language Arts- Hickok
Today we did a speed round of our name game. Great job! We also got to go to the library for the first time. Kids should have a book with them each day. There are lots to pick from.
No homework
No homework
Social Studies-Lepo/Young
Thursday 9/5/13
Today we shared personal artifacts, made a timeline, and discussed primary and secondary sources. Some classes also started an American history review organizer activity.
HW: Timeline due Monday
Today we shared personal artifacts, made a timeline, and discussed primary and secondary sources. Some classes also started an American history review organizer activity.
HW: Timeline due Monday
Science- Lillmars 9/5
Today in Science, the students...
1) completed a gallery walk of the sticky notes posted on the first day of school
2) labeled the parts of a microscope
3) tried out our school microscopes for the first time with a "quick look" at prepared slides
No homework!
1) completed a gallery walk of the sticky notes posted on the first day of school
2) labeled the parts of a microscope
3) tried out our school microscopes for the first time with a "quick look" at prepared slides
No homework!
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Science - Spotts
Today we...
- handed in our Dear Mrs. Spotts homework
- Did a Daily Opener called Room Map
- talked about an email from Coach Miller about the health of the pond
- watched some clips from 118 Green Street
- handed in our Dear Mrs. Spotts homework
- Did a Daily Opener called Room Map
- talked about an email from Coach Miller about the health of the pond
- watched some clips from 118 Green Street
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