Socials 9 *and* English 11
This week brings my time as your teacher to an end. Thank you all very much for being fun and enthusiastic students. You have all made my time at McRoberts memorable and awesome.
You will see me around the school until the end of next week, HOWEVER, late work or missed quizzes, tests, in-class essays, etc. MUST be made up immediately. Once I have left the school, there are no more opportunities for you to turn in anything assigned by me. In some cases, these missing assignments will have a very negative effect on your next report card marks!
I am happy to mark any assignments you hand in to me by the end of this week. I am almost always in Portable 5 (Miss Keng's class) or Portable 6 (Mr Morrison's class) before school, at lunch and after school!
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Wednesday, April 28th
English 11
Today you wrote your in-class essay for the full period. If you were not in class you need to see me ASAP to make time to write the essay.
Please return your copies of Macbeth to me next class if you have not done so already. Remember to hand in any late assignments before the end of the week.
Socials 9
Today you had you time in class to work on your final project. Your final project is due Monday, May 3rd for Day 1 (Tuesday, May 4th for Day 2). By this point you should have divided the work between your partners and made time to meet up and finalize your project BEFORE class on Monday.
Your Unit Test will be on Friday which is NEXT CLASS.
The written questions for the test will be:
1. Compare and contrast two Native cultures. Describe at least two similarities and two differences. Make reference to how the groups met their physical, emotional and group needs.
2. First Nations people in BC should be allowed to hunt whales. Challenge or defend this statement. Give three reasons that support your argument. Give one reason that opposes your argument.
3. The People of the Plains relied heavily on the buffalo as a resource. In the 1870s the buffalo of the plains went extinct. Describe three negative impacts this had on the culture of the Plains people. Describe one positive impact this had on their culture.
4. "Why the Salmon Came to Squamish Waters" is a Squamish myth (found in Ch.7 of your textbook) about how the salmon came to live in the waters off the coast of British Columbia. What can we learn about the culture of the Squamish people from this story? Describe and explain four points.
Today you wrote your in-class essay for the full period. If you were not in class you need to see me ASAP to make time to write the essay.
Please return your copies of Macbeth to me next class if you have not done so already. Remember to hand in any late assignments before the end of the week.
Socials 9
Today you had you time in class to work on your final project. Your final project is due Monday, May 3rd for Day 1 (Tuesday, May 4th for Day 2). By this point you should have divided the work between your partners and made time to meet up and finalize your project BEFORE class on Monday.
Your Unit Test will be on Friday which is NEXT CLASS.
The written questions for the test will be:
1. Compare and contrast two Native cultures. Describe at least two similarities and two differences. Make reference to how the groups met their physical, emotional and group needs.
2. First Nations people in BC should be allowed to hunt whales. Challenge or defend this statement. Give three reasons that support your argument. Give one reason that opposes your argument.
3. The People of the Plains relied heavily on the buffalo as a resource. In the 1870s the buffalo of the plains went extinct. Describe three negative impacts this had on the culture of the Plains people. Describe one positive impact this had on their culture.
4. "Why the Salmon Came to Squamish Waters" is a Squamish myth (found in Ch.7 of your textbook) about how the salmon came to live in the waters off the coast of British Columbia. What can we learn about the culture of the Squamish people from this story? Describe and explain four points.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Tuesday, April 27th
English 11
Today you wrote your in-class essay for the full period. If you were not in class you need to see me ASAP to make time to write the essay.
Please return your copies of Macbeth to me next class if you have not done so already. Remember to hand in any late assignments before the end of the week.
Socials 9
Today you had you time in class to work on your final project. Your final project is due Monday, May 3rd for Day 1 (Tuesday, May 4th for Day 2). By this point you should have divided the work between your partners and made time to meet up and finalize your project BEFORE class on Monday.
Your Unit Test will be on Thursday which is NEXT CLASS.
The written questions for the test will be:
1. Compare and contrast two Native cultures. Describe at least two similarities and two differences. Make reference to how the groups met their physical, emotional and group needs.
2. First Nations people in BC should be allowed to hunt whales. Challenge or defend this statement. Give three reasons that support your argument. Give one reason that opposes your argument.
3. The People of the Plains relied heavily on the buffalo as a resource. In the 1870s the buffalo of the plains went extinct. Describe three negative impacts this had on the culture of the Plains people. Describe one positive impact this had on their culture.
4. "Why the Salmon Came to Squamish Waters" is a Squamish myth (found in Ch.7 of your textbook) about how the salmon came to live in the waters off the coast of British Columbia. What can we learn about the culture of the Squamish people from this story? Describe and explain four points.
Today you wrote your in-class essay for the full period. If you were not in class you need to see me ASAP to make time to write the essay.
Please return your copies of Macbeth to me next class if you have not done so already. Remember to hand in any late assignments before the end of the week.
Socials 9
Today you had you time in class to work on your final project. Your final project is due Monday, May 3rd for Day 1 (Tuesday, May 4th for Day 2). By this point you should have divided the work between your partners and made time to meet up and finalize your project BEFORE class on Monday.
Your Unit Test will be on Thursday which is NEXT CLASS.
The written questions for the test will be:
1. Compare and contrast two Native cultures. Describe at least two similarities and two differences. Make reference to how the groups met their physical, emotional and group needs.
2. First Nations people in BC should be allowed to hunt whales. Challenge or defend this statement. Give three reasons that support your argument. Give one reason that opposes your argument.
3. The People of the Plains relied heavily on the buffalo as a resource. In the 1870s the buffalo of the plains went extinct. Describe three negative impacts this had on the culture of the Plains people. Describe one positive impact this had on their culture.
4. "Why the Salmon Came to Squamish Waters" is a Squamish myth (found in Ch.7 of your textbook) about how the salmon came to live in the waters off the coast of British Columbia. What can we learn about the culture of the Squamish people from this story? Describe and explain four points.
Monday, April 26, 2010
English 11 Essay Questions
Hi Grade 11s,
For those of you that were not in class, next day you will be writing your in-class essay. You are permitted to bring one page of notes/outline to class with you. This notes sheet should include the three direct quotations that you will be using in your essay.
The questions are as follows:
1. “Fair is foul and foul is fair” is one of the first lines spoken in the play. This line foreshadows that things in the play are not always as they appear. In a unified and fully-developed essay, describe three examples of things not being as they appear, and explain their significance to the overall plot and meaning of the play. Give clear examples and evidence from the text.
2. In the film version of Macbeth, you saw a modern day adaptation of Shakespeare’s play. In a unified and fully-developed essay, compare and contrast the film with the print version of the play. What is the significance of the similarities and differences to the overall understanding of the story of Macbeth? Give clear examples and evidence from the text and the film.
3. Is the action in Macbeth driven by fate or free will? In a unified and fully-developed essay, explain your answer with clear examples and evidence from the play.
You are to choose one of the above questions, and answer in a fully-developed five paragraph essay. (Introduction, 3 Body Paragraphs, Conclusion)
For those of you that were not in class, next day you will be writing your in-class essay. You are permitted to bring one page of notes/outline to class with you. This notes sheet should include the three direct quotations that you will be using in your essay.
The questions are as follows:
1. “Fair is foul and foul is fair” is one of the first lines spoken in the play. This line foreshadows that things in the play are not always as they appear. In a unified and fully-developed essay, describe three examples of things not being as they appear, and explain their significance to the overall plot and meaning of the play. Give clear examples and evidence from the text.
2. In the film version of Macbeth, you saw a modern day adaptation of Shakespeare’s play. In a unified and fully-developed essay, compare and contrast the film with the print version of the play. What is the significance of the similarities and differences to the overall understanding of the story of Macbeth? Give clear examples and evidence from the text and the film.
3. Is the action in Macbeth driven by fate or free will? In a unified and fully-developed essay, explain your answer with clear examples and evidence from the play.
You are to choose one of the above questions, and answer in a fully-developed five paragraph essay. (Introduction, 3 Body Paragraphs, Conclusion)
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Social Studies 9 Project - Online Sources
The following links are acceptable sources to use when doing research for your project.
Canada's First Peoples:
http://firstpeoplesofcanada.com/
Natural Resources:
Canadian Wildlife Federation
www.cwf-fcf.org/ -- Click on 'search' from the home page and type the name of the animal
Natural Resources Canada
http://www.nrcan-rncan.gc.ca -- Click 'search' and type in the name of the natural resource
Wildlife Conservation Society of Canada
http://www.wcscanada.org/
You should also visit:
National Atlas of Canada
Canadian Geographic
Current Events:
www.cbc.ca
www.globeandmail.com
www.vancouversun.com
You may use Wikipedia but you must also use at least one other source.
If you choose to use Google type "the name of your natural resource + Canada" and ensure you are using a site from a legitimate organization.
Canada's First Peoples:
http://firstpeoplesofcanada.com/
Natural Resources:
Canadian Wildlife Federation
www.cwf-fcf.org/ -- Click on 'search' from the home page and type the name of the animal
Natural Resources Canada
http://www.nrcan-rncan.gc.ca -- Click 'search' and type in the name of the natural resource
Wildlife Conservation Society of Canada
http://www.wcscanada.org/
You should also visit:
National Atlas of Canada
Canadian Geographic
Current Events:
www.cbc.ca
www.globeandmail.com
www.vancouversun.com
You may use Wikipedia but you must also use at least one other source.
If you choose to use Google type "the name of your natural resource + Canada" and ensure you are using a site from a legitimate organization.
Social Studies 9 Project - Map of Canada
Use this map to indicate the geographic region of Canada that your Native culture and natural resource originate
OR
Visit to find a greater variety of maps of Canada
OR
Visit to find a greater variety of maps of Canada
Social Studies 9 Project - Bibliography Info
Here are some helpful hints for creating your BIBLIOGRAPHY
Use the following format:
(Book)
Lastname, Firstname. Title of Book. Place of Publication: Publisher, Year of
Publication.
(Website)
Name of Site. Name of institution/organization that created the site. Date you
visited the website. [URL]
OR
Go to www.noodletools.com to create a bibliography
Use the following format:
(Book)
Lastname, Firstname. Title of Book. Place of Publication: Publisher, Year of
Publication.
(Website)
Name of Site. Name of institution/organization that created the site. Date you
visited the website. [URL]
OR
Go to www.noodletools.com to create a bibliography
Wednesday, April 21st
English 11
Today in class we watched another portion of the movie.
For homework you are to read Act V, and complete the take home 'quiz' on Acts 4 and 5
Next day we will watch the remainder of the film, and go over the questions for the in class essay, which will be taking place next week.
Socials 9
Today we worked on the Whale Hunt Controversy assignment. You wrote a paragraph on an assigned perspective, arguing either FOR or AGAINST the whale hunt. You then traded paragraphs with a partner, and argued against his/her specific arguments. For homework you are to complete your paragraphs and answer the following questions:
1. Which side of the whaling controversy do you agree with personally? Why?
2. How should natural and environmental resources, such as whales, be managed in your opinion? How could native and non-native perspectives be addressed?
3. What are some possible solutions to the whaling controversy? How would these solutions include both native and non-native perspectives?
Remember, your First Nations unit test will be at the end of next week. You will be given the written questions in advance. Next day you will get class time to begin working on your final assignment for the unit.
Today in class we watched another portion of the movie.
For homework you are to read Act V, and complete the take home 'quiz' on Acts 4 and 5
Next day we will watch the remainder of the film, and go over the questions for the in class essay, which will be taking place next week.
Socials 9
Today we worked on the Whale Hunt Controversy assignment. You wrote a paragraph on an assigned perspective, arguing either FOR or AGAINST the whale hunt. You then traded paragraphs with a partner, and argued against his/her specific arguments. For homework you are to complete your paragraphs and answer the following questions:
1. Which side of the whaling controversy do you agree with personally? Why?
2. How should natural and environmental resources, such as whales, be managed in your opinion? How could native and non-native perspectives be addressed?
3. What are some possible solutions to the whaling controversy? How would these solutions include both native and non-native perspectives?
Remember, your First Nations unit test will be at the end of next week. You will be given the written questions in advance. Next day you will get class time to begin working on your final assignment for the unit.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Tuesday, April 20th
English 11
Today in class we finished reading the play (with the exception of the final scene - Act 1, Scene 9). We also watched another portion of the movie.
For homework you are to finish reading the play, and complete the take home 'quiz' on Acts 4 and 5.
Next day we will watch the remainder of the film, and go over the questions for the in class essay, which will be taking place next week.
Socials 9
Today we worked on the Whale Hunt Controversy assignment. You wrote a paragraph on an assigned perspective, arguing either FOR or AGAINST the whale hunt. You then traded paragraphs with a partner, and argued against his/her specific arguments. For homework you are to complete your paragraphs and answer the following questions:
1. Which side of the whaling controversy do you agree with personally? Why?
2. How should natural and environmental resources, such as whales, be managed in your opinion? How could native and non-native perspectives be addressed?
3. What are some possible solutions to the whaling controversy? How would these solutions include both native and non-native perspectives?
Remember, your First Nations unit test will be at the end of next week. You will be given the written questions in advance. Next day you will get class time to begin working on your final assignment for the unit.
Today in class we finished reading the play (with the exception of the final scene - Act 1, Scene 9). We also watched another portion of the movie.
For homework you are to finish reading the play, and complete the take home 'quiz' on Acts 4 and 5.
Next day we will watch the remainder of the film, and go over the questions for the in class essay, which will be taking place next week.
Socials 9
Today we worked on the Whale Hunt Controversy assignment. You wrote a paragraph on an assigned perspective, arguing either FOR or AGAINST the whale hunt. You then traded paragraphs with a partner, and argued against his/her specific arguments. For homework you are to complete your paragraphs and answer the following questions:
1. Which side of the whaling controversy do you agree with personally? Why?
2. How should natural and environmental resources, such as whales, be managed in your opinion? How could native and non-native perspectives be addressed?
3. What are some possible solutions to the whaling controversy? How would these solutions include both native and non-native perspectives?
Remember, your First Nations unit test will be at the end of next week. You will be given the written questions in advance. Next day you will get class time to begin working on your final assignment for the unit.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Thursday, April 15th
English 11
Today in class you wrote the Act II Quiz. We then finished reading Act III, and you were given your assignment to analyze significant quotes from the play so far. The assignment is due next day, and your Act III Quiz will be next day as well. Your quote analysis assignment is due next day.
Socials 9
Today we went over the questions about the Buffalo and the Plains culture. We then examined the First Nations peoples of BC including the peoples of the Plateau and the Northwest Coast. Specifically we examined totem poles of the BC Coast Salish.
For homework you are to complete your cultural comparison chart. I will be collecting the charts and marking them so please ensure they are complete!
English 8
Today in class you worked on your final creative writing assignment, in which you were shown eight photographs and then tied three of them together in a story/newspaper format.
Next day Ms. Keng will be teaching your class, but I will be there to collect your assignments.
Grade 8s, it has been fun being your teacher, I hope to see all of you around McRoberts over the next few weeks :)
Today in class you wrote the Act II Quiz. We then finished reading Act III, and you were given your assignment to analyze significant quotes from the play so far. The assignment is due next day, and your Act III Quiz will be next day as well. Your quote analysis assignment is due next day.
Socials 9
Today we went over the questions about the Buffalo and the Plains culture. We then examined the First Nations peoples of BC including the peoples of the Plateau and the Northwest Coast. Specifically we examined totem poles of the BC Coast Salish.
For homework you are to complete your cultural comparison chart. I will be collecting the charts and marking them so please ensure they are complete!
English 8
Today in class you worked on your final creative writing assignment, in which you were shown eight photographs and then tied three of them together in a story/newspaper format.
Next day Ms. Keng will be teaching your class, but I will be there to collect your assignments.
Grade 8s, it has been fun being your teacher, I hope to see all of you around McRoberts over the next few weeks :)
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Wednesday, April 14th
English 11
Today in class we finished reading Act III, and you were given your assignment to analyze significant quotes from the play so far. The assignment is due next day, and your Act III Quiz will be next day as well.
Socials 9
Today we went over the questions about the Buffalo and the Plains culture. We then examined the First Nations peoples of BC including the peoples of the Plateau and the Northwest Coast. Specifically we examined totem poles of the BC Coast Salish.
For homework you are to complete your cultural comparison chart. I will be collecting the charts and marking them so please ensure they are complete!
Today in class we finished reading Act III, and you were given your assignment to analyze significant quotes from the play so far. The assignment is due next day, and your Act III Quiz will be next day as well.
Socials 9
Today we went over the questions about the Buffalo and the Plains culture. We then examined the First Nations peoples of BC including the peoples of the Plateau and the Northwest Coast. Specifically we examined totem poles of the BC Coast Salish.
For homework you are to complete your cultural comparison chart. I will be collecting the charts and marking them so please ensure they are complete!
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
English 11
Today in class we finished reading Act II. Then we watched the first half of a film adaptation of Macbeth.
Your homework is to read Act III, Scenes i-iii and answer the questions that were handed out in class. Next day will be your Act II quiz.
Socials 9
Today in class you answered some questions based on the Plains Buffalo mind map. We also watched a short video on the First Nations of BC's coast. Next day we will continue discussing the First Nations of BC.
Your homework is to complete the Plateau on your cultural comparison chart, and to finish the questions on the buffalo that you worked on in class today.
Remember to begin preparing for your Current Events presentations!! If you have any questions or concerns about this assignment, please come see me as soon as possible!
English 8
Today in class you had time to write your Travel Stories. You had most of class to work on this assignment, which is due next day.
Please remember to hand in any late work as soon as possible as my time at McRoberts is coming to and end over the next few weeks :(
Today in class we finished reading Act II. Then we watched the first half of a film adaptation of Macbeth.
Your homework is to read Act III, Scenes i-iii and answer the questions that were handed out in class. Next day will be your Act II quiz.
Socials 9
Today in class you answered some questions based on the Plains Buffalo mind map. We also watched a short video on the First Nations of BC's coast. Next day we will continue discussing the First Nations of BC.
Your homework is to complete the Plateau on your cultural comparison chart, and to finish the questions on the buffalo that you worked on in class today.
Remember to begin preparing for your Current Events presentations!! If you have any questions or concerns about this assignment, please come see me as soon as possible!
English 8
Today in class you had time to write your Travel Stories. You had most of class to work on this assignment, which is due next day.
Please remember to hand in any late work as soon as possible as my time at McRoberts is coming to and end over the next few weeks :(
Monday, April 12, 2010
Monday, April 12th
English 11
Today in class you wrote the Act II Quiz. Then we watched the first half of a film adaptation of Macbeth.
Your homework is to read Act III, Scenes i-iii and answer the questions that were handed out in class.
Socials 9
Today in class you answered some questions based on the Plains Buffalo mind map. We also watched a short video on the First Nations of BC's coast. Next day we will continue discussing the First Nations of BC.
Your homework is to complete the Plateau on your cultural comparison chart, and to finish the questions on the buffalo that you worked on in class today.
Remember to begin preparing for your Current Events presentations!! If you have any questions or concerns about this assignment, please come see me as soon as possible!
Today in class you wrote the Act II Quiz. Then we watched the first half of a film adaptation of Macbeth.
Your homework is to read Act III, Scenes i-iii and answer the questions that were handed out in class.
Socials 9
Today in class you answered some questions based on the Plains Buffalo mind map. We also watched a short video on the First Nations of BC's coast. Next day we will continue discussing the First Nations of BC.
Your homework is to complete the Plateau on your cultural comparison chart, and to finish the questions on the buffalo that you worked on in class today.
Remember to begin preparing for your Current Events presentations!! If you have any questions or concerns about this assignment, please come see me as soon as possible!
Friday, April 9, 2010
Socials 9
Today in class we went over the answers to the homework questions about the Inuit, Squamish and Iroquois mythology.
We then examined the culture of the Peoples of the Plains, particularly the Buffalo Hunt. We looked specifically at the culture of the Blackfoot Tribes. You had class time to finish the Plains section of the chart, plus to complete a Mind Map about the influence of the Buffalo on Plains culture.
Your homework is to complete the Plains on your chart and to finish the Buffalo Mind Map.
English 11
Today you wrote the Act I Quiz and they were marked in class. We then read all of Act II. You had the end of class to begin working on your next assignment that involves a character sketch of either Lady Macbeth or Macbeth in the form of a fake, on paper Facebook profile page.
English 8
Today in class we were examining the genre of Travel Writing, or writing about journeys, trips and vacations away from home. This type of writing combines the narrative writing skills you have been building with descriptive writing (writing that describes something using adjectives that appeal to the senses).
Your homework is to finish reading the travel writing article that was handed out in class, and answer the Travel Writing Analysis questions, as well as to underline desriptive passages in the text.
Next day we will be writing our own travel writing pieces based on a trip that you have been on.
Grade 8s - next week is the last week that I will be your teacher. It is important that you continue handing assignments in on time!
Today in class we went over the answers to the homework questions about the Inuit, Squamish and Iroquois mythology.
We then examined the culture of the Peoples of the Plains, particularly the Buffalo Hunt. We looked specifically at the culture of the Blackfoot Tribes. You had class time to finish the Plains section of the chart, plus to complete a Mind Map about the influence of the Buffalo on Plains culture.
Your homework is to complete the Plains on your chart and to finish the Buffalo Mind Map.
English 11
Today you wrote the Act I Quiz and they were marked in class. We then read all of Act II. You had the end of class to begin working on your next assignment that involves a character sketch of either Lady Macbeth or Macbeth in the form of a fake, on paper Facebook profile page.
English 8
Today in class we were examining the genre of Travel Writing, or writing about journeys, trips and vacations away from home. This type of writing combines the narrative writing skills you have been building with descriptive writing (writing that describes something using adjectives that appeal to the senses).
Your homework is to finish reading the travel writing article that was handed out in class, and answer the Travel Writing Analysis questions, as well as to underline desriptive passages in the text.
Next day we will be writing our own travel writing pieces based on a trip that you have been on.
Grade 8s - next week is the last week that I will be your teacher. It is important that you continue handing assignments in on time!
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Thursday, April 9th
English 11
Today you wrote the Act I Quiz and they were marked in class. We then read all of Act II. You had the end of class to begin working on your next assignment that involves a character sketch of either Lady Macbeth or Macbeth in the form of a fake, on paper Facebook profile page.
Next day you will write the Act II Quiz. Remember to use No Fear Shakespeare to translate the language of the quiz!
Socials 9
Today in class we went over the answers to the homework questions about the Inuit, Squamish and Iroquois mythology.
We then examined the culture of the Peoples of the Plains, particularly the Buffalo Hunt. We looked specifically at the culture of the Blackfoot Tribes. You had class time to finish the Plains section of the chart, plus to complete a Mind Map about the influence of the Buffalo on Plains culture.
Your homework is to complete the Plains on your chart and to finish the Buffalo Mind Map.
Today you wrote the Act I Quiz and they were marked in class. We then read all of Act II. You had the end of class to begin working on your next assignment that involves a character sketch of either Lady Macbeth or Macbeth in the form of a fake, on paper Facebook profile page.
Next day you will write the Act II Quiz. Remember to use No Fear Shakespeare to translate the language of the quiz!
Socials 9
Today in class we went over the answers to the homework questions about the Inuit, Squamish and Iroquois mythology.
We then examined the culture of the Peoples of the Plains, particularly the Buffalo Hunt. We looked specifically at the culture of the Blackfoot Tribes. You had class time to finish the Plains section of the chart, plus to complete a Mind Map about the influence of the Buffalo on Plains culture.
Your homework is to complete the Plains on your chart and to finish the Buffalo Mind Map.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Tuesday, April 6th
English 11
Today in class we finished Reading Act I, and then in small groups you answered questions about the Act. For homework you are to complete the "Lady Macbeth's Equivocation" worksheet. Next day will be your Act I Quiz.
Socials 9
Today in class we discussed the Iroquois and Inuit cultures. We examined how Myths and Legends can teach us about cultures, and we did an activity examining myths and legends from Iroquois, Inuit and Squamish cultures.
For homework you are to answer the following questions:
1. Compare and contrast the Squamish and Inuit stories. What is similar? What is different?
2. How did the resources available to the people influence the stories that their cultures tell and believe?
3. Compare and contrast the Inuit and Iroquois stories. What do the similarities and differences teach us about these cultures?
Today in class we finished Reading Act I, and then in small groups you answered questions about the Act. For homework you are to complete the "Lady Macbeth's Equivocation" worksheet. Next day will be your Act I Quiz.
Socials 9
Today in class we discussed the Iroquois and Inuit cultures. We examined how Myths and Legends can teach us about cultures, and we did an activity examining myths and legends from Iroquois, Inuit and Squamish cultures.
For homework you are to answer the following questions:
1. Compare and contrast the Squamish and Inuit stories. What is similar? What is different?
2. How did the resources available to the people influence the stories that their cultures tell and believe?
3. Compare and contrast the Inuit and Iroquois stories. What do the similarities and differences teach us about these cultures?
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Thursday, April 1st
Socials 9
Today in class we discussed the meaning of the word "Culture", and examined the Inuit culture.
Your homework is to complete the Inuit and Iroquois section of your Cultures charts.
In class today everyone signed up for a time slot to do the Current Events presentation. If you have not yet signed up you need to speak to me as soon as possible. If you do not yet have a group, please let me know or join a group and sign up on the sheet.
English 11
Today in English we began reading Act I Scenes i - iii of Macbeth. We watched the witches scenes on video, and you began thinking about your assignment, which is to re-write Act I Scene iii of the play in a contemporary style.
You may use this link to help you decipher the language in the play for your assignment.
http://nfs.sparknotes.com/macbeth
English 8
Today in class we looked at the stories that are told by photographs. You were given time to share your photos with the class, and you then wrote a narrative style story describing the events leading up to and after the photograph.
Have a great long weekend!!
Today in class we discussed the meaning of the word "Culture", and examined the Inuit culture.
Your homework is to complete the Inuit and Iroquois section of your Cultures charts.
In class today everyone signed up for a time slot to do the Current Events presentation. If you have not yet signed up you need to speak to me as soon as possible. If you do not yet have a group, please let me know or join a group and sign up on the sheet.
English 11
Today in English we began reading Act I Scenes i - iii of Macbeth. We watched the witches scenes on video, and you began thinking about your assignment, which is to re-write Act I Scene iii of the play in a contemporary style.
You may use this link to help you decipher the language in the play for your assignment.
http://nfs.sparknotes.com/macbeth
English 8
Today in class we looked at the stories that are told by photographs. You were given time to share your photos with the class, and you then wrote a narrative style story describing the events leading up to and after the photograph.
Have a great long weekend!!
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Wednesday, March 31st
English 11
Today in class we began reading Macbeth. We read Act I Scenes i-iii and discussed the question: Are the events of Macbeth fueled by FATE or FREE WILL? We also watched a video clip of Act I Scene iii.
Your homework assignment is as follows:
Pretend you are a director that has been asked to direct a movie adaptation of Act I Scene iii of Macbeth. Using your own interpretation of the events, re-write the scene. Include a description of the setting and the characters as well as a re-write of the dialogue. Choose one song to 'soundtrack' this scene of your movie.
You will be marked for including the above elements as well as for creativity, and correct translation of the dialogue between characters.
Socials 9
Today in class we discussed CULTURES, and began looking at the Inuit culture. Your homework for next class is to complete the Inuit and Iroquois sections of your Cultures Chart. Use Chapter 7 of your textbook.
In class today you should have also signed up for a day to present your Current Events assignment with your partner(s). If you do not yet have a partner, let me know as soon as possible and I will match you up and choose a date with you.
Today in class we began reading Macbeth. We read Act I Scenes i-iii and discussed the question: Are the events of Macbeth fueled by FATE or FREE WILL? We also watched a video clip of Act I Scene iii.
Your homework assignment is as follows:
Pretend you are a director that has been asked to direct a movie adaptation of Act I Scene iii of Macbeth. Using your own interpretation of the events, re-write the scene. Include a description of the setting and the characters as well as a re-write of the dialogue. Choose one song to 'soundtrack' this scene of your movie.
You will be marked for including the above elements as well as for creativity, and correct translation of the dialogue between characters.
Socials 9
Today in class we discussed CULTURES, and began looking at the Inuit culture. Your homework for next class is to complete the Inuit and Iroquois sections of your Cultures Chart. Use Chapter 7 of your textbook.
In class today you should have also signed up for a day to present your Current Events assignment with your partner(s). If you do not yet have a partner, let me know as soon as possible and I will match you up and choose a date with you.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Wednesday, March 17th
Socials 9
Today was the last day to work in class on your final projects. The rest is due the first day back after Spring Break.
The Geography Test for Block B is tomorrow Thursday, March 18th and for Block G is on Friday, March 19th.
The written questions on the test will be:
1. Compare and contrast two geographic regions of North America. Discuss the topography, climate, vegetation and human activities in the regions. Give at least two similarities and two differences.
2. The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orlean's was entirely the result of natural forces. Challenge or defend this statement. Give two examples to support your argument. Give two examples that oppose your argument.
3. Forestry in British Columbia is a controversial industry. Describe the three perspectives on forestry. Which perspective do you agree with most? Explain.
4. To what extent is the natural environment changed by human beings? To what extent is human life changed by the environment? Give two examples of each.
English 11
In class today we read excerpts from memoirs written from two different perspectives. We discussed how time passing can give us a new outlook on experiences in our lives.
Your autobiography assignment is due the first day back after Spring Break. You will have some class time to work on it next day. If you want to you may bring laptops to type the assignment in class.
English 8
Today was the last in-class day to work on the final project. It is due at the beginning of next class.
Please remember to bring your novel to class next day so that I can collect them.
Also, late work must be submitted to me ASAP in Portable 5!!
Today was the last day to work in class on your final projects. The rest is due the first day back after Spring Break.
The Geography Test for Block B is tomorrow Thursday, March 18th and for Block G is on Friday, March 19th.
The written questions on the test will be:
1. Compare and contrast two geographic regions of North America. Discuss the topography, climate, vegetation and human activities in the regions. Give at least two similarities and two differences.
2. The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orlean's was entirely the result of natural forces. Challenge or defend this statement. Give two examples to support your argument. Give two examples that oppose your argument.
3. Forestry in British Columbia is a controversial industry. Describe the three perspectives on forestry. Which perspective do you agree with most? Explain.
4. To what extent is the natural environment changed by human beings? To what extent is human life changed by the environment? Give two examples of each.
English 11
In class today we read excerpts from memoirs written from two different perspectives. We discussed how time passing can give us a new outlook on experiences in our lives.
Your autobiography assignment is due the first day back after Spring Break. You will have some class time to work on it next day. If you want to you may bring laptops to type the assignment in class.
English 8
Today was the last in-class day to work on the final project. It is due at the beginning of next class.
Please remember to bring your novel to class next day so that I can collect them.
Also, late work must be submitted to me ASAP in Portable 5!!
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Thursday, March 11th
Socials 9
Today in class your creative project was assigned and you had time to think about the topic you want to choose and get partners. If you choose to work in partners you must hand me a proposal saying who is responsible for what work.
We also went over the homework questions on Forestry from last day.
For homework please complete your Regions Charts, I will be collecting them next day.
Reminder that there will be a test on Friday, March 19th (Block G). We will go over the test in more detail next day.
English 11
Today we continued writing about ourselves through a Memory Story. You all shared artefacts (artifacts) in small groups, and then we did a walk around to see the stories behind our classmates personal items.
Your homework is to complete the Memory Story that goes along with your artefact.
English 8
Today we finished discussing the novel in class. You had class time to complete your final journal entry:
Write a letter to Equality telling him what he should do after the novel ends. Include at least two pieces of advice for him.
OR
Write the EPILOGUE to the novel, describing what happened to Equality and Liberty after the novel ends.
Remember your final essays are due on Monday!
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Today in class your creative project was assigned and you had time to think about the topic you want to choose and get partners. If you choose to work in partners you must hand me a proposal saying who is responsible for what work.
We also went over the homework questions on Forestry from last day.
For homework please complete your Regions Charts, I will be collecting them next day.
Reminder that there will be a test on Friday, March 19th (Block G). We will go over the test in more detail next day.
English 11
Today we continued writing about ourselves through a Memory Story. You all shared artefacts (artifacts) in small groups, and then we did a walk around to see the stories behind our classmates personal items.
Your homework is to complete the Memory Story that goes along with your artefact.
English 8
Today we finished discussing the novel in class. You had class time to complete your final journal entry:
Write a letter to Equality telling him what he should do after the novel ends. Include at least two pieces of advice for him.
OR
Write the EPILOGUE to the novel, describing what happened to Equality and Liberty after the novel ends.
Remember your final essays are due on Monday!
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Wednesday, March 10th
English 11
In class today we looked at the way that 'things', artefacts or inanimate objects help us to remember the past. You shared your artefacts with your classmates, and then began to write your Memory Story.
Journal #2 will be your Memory Story. You can use the questions on the worksheet to guide your thought process. The journal should tell the story of the memory behind your artefact. Minimum number of words is 400 (about two pages double spaced, hand-written) but as always feel free to write more!
Socials 9
Today we went over the questions from last class about Agriculture and the questions for homework on Forestry.
The next thing to work on is your Final Project. You will get class time to work on this. You may work in partners or on your own - but if you are working in partners you must submit a proposal.
I also went over the Unit Test which will be on Thursday March 18th for Block B
For homework please complete your region charts!
In class today we looked at the way that 'things', artefacts or inanimate objects help us to remember the past. You shared your artefacts with your classmates, and then began to write your Memory Story.
Journal #2 will be your Memory Story. You can use the questions on the worksheet to guide your thought process. The journal should tell the story of the memory behind your artefact. Minimum number of words is 400 (about two pages double spaced, hand-written) but as always feel free to write more!
Socials 9
Today we went over the questions from last class about Agriculture and the questions for homework on Forestry.
The next thing to work on is your Final Project. You will get class time to work on this. You may work in partners or on your own - but if you are working in partners you must submit a proposal.
I also went over the Unit Test which will be on Thursday March 18th for Block B
For homework please complete your region charts!
Tuesday, March 9th
Socials 9
Today in class we finished an activity about Agriculture and where our food comes from. We will go over the answers to the questions that were on the overhead next class.
We examined Forestry in British Columbia from multiple perspectives including the cultural perspective of the First Nations, the economic perspective and the environmentalist perspective.
Homework: Next 2 regions on your regions chart and questions #1,2 and 4 from your forestry worksheet.
English 11
We began the Autobiography unit. today. You took personality tests to get thinking about your personality.
Your first Journal about how your personality influences your life decisions is due next day. Also, please bring an artefact that represents a memory from your past.
English 8
Today was Peer Editing Day. You edited your own essays and then edited two classmates' essays.
Remember not to lose your Peer Editing Sheets or you will not get marks for this part of the assignment!
For homework please complete your final copy of your essay by Monday, March 15th and no later!
If you have not yet finished reading the novel, please continue reading to the end.
Today in class we finished an activity about Agriculture and where our food comes from. We will go over the answers to the questions that were on the overhead next class.
We examined Forestry in British Columbia from multiple perspectives including the cultural perspective of the First Nations, the economic perspective and the environmentalist perspective.
Homework: Next 2 regions on your regions chart and questions #1,2 and 4 from your forestry worksheet.
English 11
We began the Autobiography unit. today. You took personality tests to get thinking about your personality.
Your first Journal about how your personality influences your life decisions is due next day. Also, please bring an artefact that represents a memory from your past.
English 8
Today was Peer Editing Day. You edited your own essays and then edited two classmates' essays.
Remember not to lose your Peer Editing Sheets or you will not get marks for this part of the assignment!
For homework please complete your final copy of your essay by Monday, March 15th and no later!
If you have not yet finished reading the novel, please continue reading to the end.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Monday, March 8th
English 11
Today was the first day of a short Autobiography unit that we will be doing before Spring Break.
We went over the unit outline and did an introductory activity. We then did personality tests and a writing assignment as the first journal entry for the unit. Journals will be collected at the beginning of next class.
You were asked to write two pages double spaced, using one or more of the following prompts:
To what extent do the results of the personality test describe your personality? Do you agree or disagree with the results?
How would you describe your personality? How would your friends and family describe your personality?
How does your personality influence the decisions you make in life?
Next class please bring an artefact that represents an influential person, place or moment in your past. Do a write up about the artefact in two sentences or less. You will need this to participate in class next day!
Socials 9
Today in class we finished the "Where Does Our Food Come From" activity. We will go over the worksheet and the questions next day.
We then moved on from Farming to look at Forestry, specifically the controversial logging debate in Clayoquot Sound, British Columbia. For homework you are to complete questions #1, 2, and 4 as well as the Western Cordillera and Intermountain Regions on your chart.
Today was the first day of a short Autobiography unit that we will be doing before Spring Break.
We went over the unit outline and did an introductory activity. We then did personality tests and a writing assignment as the first journal entry for the unit. Journals will be collected at the beginning of next class.
You were asked to write two pages double spaced, using one or more of the following prompts:
To what extent do the results of the personality test describe your personality? Do you agree or disagree with the results?
How would you describe your personality? How would your friends and family describe your personality?
How does your personality influence the decisions you make in life?
Next class please bring an artefact that represents an influential person, place or moment in your past. Do a write up about the artefact in two sentences or less. You will need this to participate in class next day!
Socials 9
Today in class we finished the "Where Does Our Food Come From" activity. We will go over the worksheet and the questions next day.
We then moved on from Farming to look at Forestry, specifically the controversial logging debate in Clayoquot Sound, British Columbia. For homework you are to complete questions #1, 2, and 4 as well as the Western Cordillera and Intermountain Regions on your chart.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Friday, March 5th
Socials 9
Today you had class time to finish the Hurricane Katrina assignment. If you have not yet handed it in, it will be due at the beginning of next class.
We also began to discuss Agriculture as a way of understanding the interaction between human beings and their environment. Next class we will finish with farming and move on to another activity.
For homework, please complete the second Vocabulary Chart that I handed out in class and the Canadian Shield portion of your regions chart.
English 8
Today you had the full class to work on your First Drafts for your essay about Anthem.
For homework please complete your First Draft. This is very important because during class next time we will be having a Peer Editing Day when you will edit each other's work. If you do not have a first draft, you will not be able to get marks for this portion of the assignment!
Happy writing!
Today you had class time to finish the Hurricane Katrina assignment. If you have not yet handed it in, it will be due at the beginning of next class.
We also began to discuss Agriculture as a way of understanding the interaction between human beings and their environment. Next class we will finish with farming and move on to another activity.
For homework, please complete the second Vocabulary Chart that I handed out in class and the Canadian Shield portion of your regions chart.
English 8
Today you had the full class to work on your First Drafts for your essay about Anthem.
For homework please complete your First Draft. This is very important because during class next time we will be having a Peer Editing Day when you will edit each other's work. If you do not have a first draft, you will not be able to get marks for this portion of the assignment!
Happy writing!
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Thursday, March 4th
Socials 9
The past two days we have been examining Agriculture. We have looked at how agriculture has changed over time, and what this reveals to us about society and human beings' relationship with the environment.
We will be continuing with agriculture briefly at the beginning of next class before moving on.
For homework you are to complete the Canadian Shield portion of your Regions Chart.
Please bring your "Where Does Our Food Come From" chart back to class with you on Monday.
The past two days we have been examining Agriculture. We have looked at how agriculture has changed over time, and what this reveals to us about society and human beings' relationship with the environment.
We will be continuing with agriculture briefly at the beginning of next class before moving on.
For homework you are to complete the Canadian Shield portion of your Regions Chart.
Please bring your "Where Does Our Food Come From" chart back to class with you on Monday.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Monday, March 1st
Socials 9
Today I collected your Vocabulary Assignments, and we went over the Appalachian section of your Regions Chart.
We then looked at the Coastal Plains region and watched a short video on Hurricane Katrina. The rest of the class was spent working on the assignment, in which you were asked to look at different perspectives on the destruction of New Orleans after the hurricane.
If you were not in class today please use your textbook to fill out the Coastal Plains region row on your chart.
Next class you will have more time to finish the assignment.
There was no homework. The next time we will have class for Block G will be Friday because of McRoberts Day. Have a great week!
English 8
Today we discussed Chapter 8 and 9 in class in small groups and reflected on some changes that are taking place in Anthem.
I then handed back your Essay Outlines and went over the key areas of concern for when writing your first drafts.
Journal Entry #4 is for homework:
Explain the significance of the changes in character, mood, tone, language and setting from the beginning of the novel to the end. How do these changes relate to the overall message of the novel?
Think about YOURSELF over the past year. Describe and explain a significant change in yourself. How does this make you feel?
For the remaining vocabulary, please choose TWO WORDS ONLY from each chapter (7-12). The next vocab chart installment is not due until next week.
See you all Friday and have a great McRoberts Day!
Today I collected your Vocabulary Assignments, and we went over the Appalachian section of your Regions Chart.
We then looked at the Coastal Plains region and watched a short video on Hurricane Katrina. The rest of the class was spent working on the assignment, in which you were asked to look at different perspectives on the destruction of New Orleans after the hurricane.
If you were not in class today please use your textbook to fill out the Coastal Plains region row on your chart.
Next class you will have more time to finish the assignment.
There was no homework. The next time we will have class for Block G will be Friday because of McRoberts Day. Have a great week!
English 8
Today we discussed Chapter 8 and 9 in class in small groups and reflected on some changes that are taking place in Anthem.
I then handed back your Essay Outlines and went over the key areas of concern for when writing your first drafts.
Journal Entry #4 is for homework:
Explain the significance of the changes in character, mood, tone, language and setting from the beginning of the novel to the end. How do these changes relate to the overall message of the novel?
Think about YOURSELF over the past year. Describe and explain a significant change in yourself. How does this make you feel?
For the remaining vocabulary, please choose TWO WORDS ONLY from each chapter (7-12). The next vocab chart installment is not due until next week.
See you all Friday and have a great McRoberts Day!
Friday, February 26, 2010
Friday, February 26th
Socials 9
Today in class we went over the Appalachian Region section of the chart, and I collected your Vocabulary Charts. We then looked at the Coastal Plains Region of North America. We started on an in class activity that looked in detail at Hurricane Katrina. Next class you will have a bit more time to finish this assignment.
There is no homework! Have a great weekend!
Today in class we went over the Appalachian Region section of the chart, and I collected your Vocabulary Charts. We then looked at the Coastal Plains Region of North America. We started on an in class activity that looked in detail at Hurricane Katrina. Next class you will have a bit more time to finish this assignment.
There is no homework! Have a great weekend!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Thursday, February 25th
Socials 9
Today we went over the homework questions from last class, and I collected your maps.
We looked in more detail at the Appalachian Region of North America today, and worked on the Regions of North America Chart. Remember to hold on to this worksheet and bring it to every class please!
I handed out the Vocabulary Chart as well. For this assignment you need to define each word in your own words, and draw a diagram or picture that represents the meaning of the word. I will collect the Vocab Charts next class.
For homework you should complete the chart for the Appalachian region, and finish the vocabulary assignment.
English 8
Today in English we reviewed the components of a Five Paragraph Essay. You then gave feedback to your classmates on your outlines and main ideas for the essay. We then went over how to write an effective Thesis Statement, and had time to write the thesis statements in class. I will look over your outlines and thesis statements and hand them back to you with feedback before the next Writer's Workshop.
In class today we also went over the final due dates for each component of your essay. Please remember to record these dates in your agenda!
First Draft due Tuesday, March 9th*
Peer Editing Day will be Tuesday, March 9th
Final Essay will be due Monday, March 15th**
*It is important for you to meet the deadlines with this project, as you will need your first drafts done before you can move on to the next step.
**You will get more information about the format of the final essay before it is due.
For homework, please read Chapters 8-9
Today we went over the homework questions from last class, and I collected your maps.
We looked in more detail at the Appalachian Region of North America today, and worked on the Regions of North America Chart. Remember to hold on to this worksheet and bring it to every class please!
I handed out the Vocabulary Chart as well. For this assignment you need to define each word in your own words, and draw a diagram or picture that represents the meaning of the word. I will collect the Vocab Charts next class.
For homework you should complete the chart for the Appalachian region, and finish the vocabulary assignment.
English 8
Today in English we reviewed the components of a Five Paragraph Essay. You then gave feedback to your classmates on your outlines and main ideas for the essay. We then went over how to write an effective Thesis Statement, and had time to write the thesis statements in class. I will look over your outlines and thesis statements and hand them back to you with feedback before the next Writer's Workshop.
In class today we also went over the final due dates for each component of your essay. Please remember to record these dates in your agenda!
First Draft due Tuesday, March 9th*
Peer Editing Day will be Tuesday, March 9th
Final Essay will be due Monday, March 15th**
*It is important for you to meet the deadlines with this project, as you will need your first drafts done before you can move on to the next step.
**You will get more information about the format of the final essay before it is due.
For homework, please read Chapters 8-9
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Wednesday, February 24th - Socials 9
Hello Grade 9s,
Today I collected your maps of North America, and we went over the homework questions as a class.
We moved on to examine the Appalachian Region of North America looking at the Topography, Climate, Vegetation and Economic Activity.
I also assigned your first Vocabulary Chart which will be due on Friday.
For homework please complete the Vocab Chart and the Regions of North America worksheet if you did not finish it in class.
Today I collected your maps of North America, and we went over the homework questions as a class.
We moved on to examine the Appalachian Region of North America looking at the Topography, Climate, Vegetation and Economic Activity.
I also assigned your first Vocabulary Chart which will be due on Friday.
For homework please complete the Vocab Chart and the Regions of North America worksheet if you did not finish it in class.
Tuesday, February 23rd
Socials 9
Today in class we went over the homework from last class and I collected your worksheets.
We then moved on to looking at maps. During class you had time to work on your Map of North America assignment, and the questions about the map. The questions and the map were both for homework.
English 8
Today was Writer's Workshop #2. I handed back your paragraphs and went over the areas that the class needs to work on in their writing (Finding evidence from the novel, making transitions between your ideas, and spelling and grammar).
We took some notes on the Five-Paragraph Essay, and went over the Final Essay Assignment.
You had some time in class to brainstorm and work on your outlines. Your outline is due at the beginning of class on Thursday so that I can look them over and give you some feedback before we start writing first drafts.
ALSO I have decided to give you a THIRD OPTION to write on for the final essay. This question is more challenging as you will need to think of a thesis statement that unites the entire essay, and will have to analyze THREE quotes from the novel:
In a single, unified essay, explain the signficance of each of the quotes:
a) "To be free, a man must be free of his brothers." (Ch.12)
b) "It is my mind which thinks, and the judgment of my mind is the only searchlight that can find the truth." (Ch.11)
c) "And we thought that we could trust this being who looked upon us from the stream, and that we had nothing to fear with this being." (Ch.8)
Remember, you must explain all three quotes in your essay and still have a thesis statement that ties them all together.
Please continue reading the novel, as we will be wrapping up the unit in the next week or so.
Today in class we went over the homework from last class and I collected your worksheets.
We then moved on to looking at maps. During class you had time to work on your Map of North America assignment, and the questions about the map. The questions and the map were both for homework.
English 8
Today was Writer's Workshop #2. I handed back your paragraphs and went over the areas that the class needs to work on in their writing (Finding evidence from the novel, making transitions between your ideas, and spelling and grammar).
We took some notes on the Five-Paragraph Essay, and went over the Final Essay Assignment.
You had some time in class to brainstorm and work on your outlines. Your outline is due at the beginning of class on Thursday so that I can look them over and give you some feedback before we start writing first drafts.
ALSO I have decided to give you a THIRD OPTION to write on for the final essay. This question is more challenging as you will need to think of a thesis statement that unites the entire essay, and will have to analyze THREE quotes from the novel:
In a single, unified essay, explain the signficance of each of the quotes:
a) "To be free, a man must be free of his brothers." (Ch.12)
b) "It is my mind which thinks, and the judgment of my mind is the only searchlight that can find the truth." (Ch.11)
c) "And we thought that we could trust this being who looked upon us from the stream, and that we had nothing to fear with this being." (Ch.8)
Remember, you must explain all three quotes in your essay and still have a thesis statement that ties them all together.
Please continue reading the novel, as we will be wrapping up the unit in the next week or so.
Monday, February 22, 2010
Socials 9 and English 8
Socials 9
Today we went over the homework questions from last class on Geographic and Human changes to the landscape.
Then, we started discussing different uses of maps, and started working on a Map of North America
For homework please complete the map as well as the questions on the back of the instructions sheet.
English 8
On Friday the regular class was interrupted by technical difficulties! Instead of watching a documentary, both classes had a chance to work on late assignments, vocabulary charts and journal entries.
Please read to at least Ch.7 in the novel for tomorrow.
Today we went over the homework questions from last class on Geographic and Human changes to the landscape.
Then, we started discussing different uses of maps, and started working on a Map of North America
For homework please complete the map as well as the questions on the back of the instructions sheet.
English 8
On Friday the regular class was interrupted by technical difficulties! Instead of watching a documentary, both classes had a chance to work on late assignments, vocabulary charts and journal entries.
Please read to at least Ch.7 in the novel for tomorrow.
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Socials 9 Block G and English 8 Blocks E & F
Socials 9
Today was the first day of the Geography Unit with Ms Brown. We did an introductory activity, and went over the unit expectations, goals, and assignments.
For next class please have your parents sign the letter and return it to me. Also, please bring your textbooks to class next day.
English 8
Today in class we did an activity to summarize the first 6 chapters of the novel. We then read two news articles and worked in partners on some discussion questions. Next class we will be working with these articles again, so please don't lose them or your questions!
Your homework for Friday is to finish the Vocab for Ch. 3 & 4, and to finish your Journal #3.
Journal #3:
Pretend you are a reporter from the society in Anthem. Write an article about the discovery Equality has made. How did the Home of the Scholars react? How would the rest of the society react? Write from the point of view of the reporter.
Today was the first day of the Geography Unit with Ms Brown. We did an introductory activity, and went over the unit expectations, goals, and assignments.
For next class please have your parents sign the letter and return it to me. Also, please bring your textbooks to class next day.
English 8
Today in class we did an activity to summarize the first 6 chapters of the novel. We then read two news articles and worked in partners on some discussion questions. Next class we will be working with these articles again, so please don't lose them or your questions!
Your homework for Friday is to finish the Vocab for Ch. 3 & 4, and to finish your Journal #3.
Journal #3:
Pretend you are a reporter from the society in Anthem. Write an article about the discovery Equality has made. How did the Home of the Scholars react? How would the rest of the society react? Write from the point of view of the reporter.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Geography Introduction - Block B
Hi Grade 9s,
Today was the first class of the Geography Unit. We did an introductory activity and went over the unit outline.
Please remember to have your parents sign the letter, and please bring your textbooks to class on Thursday.
See you then!
Today was the first class of the Geography Unit. We did an introductory activity and went over the unit outline.
Please remember to have your parents sign the letter, and please bring your textbooks to class on Thursday.
See you then!
Friday, February 12, 2010
Writer's Workshop #1: Paragraph Writing
Today we looked at different types of paragraphs including Descriptive, Narrative, Persuasive and Expository paragraphs, and we started writing Expository Paragraphs on the novel.
Next class, please hand in your Paragraph Outline, Paragraph and Editing Checklist. The questions were:
1. Would you like to be friends with Equality 7-2521? Why or why not?
2. Is Equality 7-2521's new name "The Unconquered" appropriate? Why or why not?
3. What does Equality discover? How could this discovery help his society?
Your paragraph should be written on ONE of the above questions. The paragraph should include a topic sentence, three main points with examples from the novel, and a concluding sentence.
Please read Chapters 5&6 by next class which is Wednesday.
For those of you who want to get a head start, the Vocabulary Chart for Chapters 3 & 4 is due on Friday, February 19th.
Have a great long weekend!!
Next class, please hand in your Paragraph Outline, Paragraph and Editing Checklist. The questions were:
1. Would you like to be friends with Equality 7-2521? Why or why not?
2. Is Equality 7-2521's new name "The Unconquered" appropriate? Why or why not?
3. What does Equality discover? How could this discovery help his society?
Your paragraph should be written on ONE of the above questions. The paragraph should include a topic sentence, three main points with examples from the novel, and a concluding sentence.
Please read Chapters 5&6 by next class which is Wednesday.
For those of you who want to get a head start, the Vocabulary Chart for Chapters 3 & 4 is due on Friday, February 19th.
Have a great long weekend!!
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Individualism
English 8
Today in class we played a game called "100 Pennies" to simulate the experience in an individualist and collectivist society. We took a few notes on the definitions of Individualism and Collectivism. For the remainder of class you worked on your Individuality Posters.
For homework, please complete your Individuality Posters. They should have your name in the centre with at least three (3) images that represent things that make you unique. For example, if you like hockey, use a picture of something related to hockey!
Your journal entry is also due for homework:
Describe and Explain your Individuality Poster. What makes you an individual? Do you think it is good or bad to be an individual? Describe a situation when you were made to feel that you should not be unique?
I will be collecting the journals, posters and vocabulary charts at the beginning of class on Friday.
See you then!
Today in class we played a game called "100 Pennies" to simulate the experience in an individualist and collectivist society. We took a few notes on the definitions of Individualism and Collectivism. For the remainder of class you worked on your Individuality Posters.
For homework, please complete your Individuality Posters. They should have your name in the centre with at least three (3) images that represent things that make you unique. For example, if you like hockey, use a picture of something related to hockey!
Your journal entry is also due for homework:
Describe and Explain your Individuality Poster. What makes you an individual? Do you think it is good or bad to be an individual? Describe a situation when you were made to feel that you should not be unique?
I will be collecting the journals, posters and vocabulary charts at the beginning of class on Friday.
See you then!
Monday, February 8, 2010
Chapters 1 & 2
Hello!
Today in class we discussed our first impressions, likes and dislikes of Anthem. We read part of Chapter 1 as a class, and went over any questions or confusion. We also started working on a worksheet to identify dystopian characteristics in the novel.
Please finish the Vocabulary Chart for Chapters 1 & 2 by Friday, February 12th.
Choose THREE words from Chapter 1 and THREE words from Chapter 2. Write down the meaning of the word in your own words, and draw a diagram or picture that represents the word. You are not being marked on how well you can draw, you will be marked for how well the image represents the word.
Also, please read Chapters 3 & 4 by Friday.
Finally please remember to bring SCISSORS and GLUE to class on Wednesday so you can participate in the activity!
See you Wednesday!
Today in class we discussed our first impressions, likes and dislikes of Anthem. We read part of Chapter 1 as a class, and went over any questions or confusion. We also started working on a worksheet to identify dystopian characteristics in the novel.
Please finish the Vocabulary Chart for Chapters 1 & 2 by Friday, February 12th.
Choose THREE words from Chapter 1 and THREE words from Chapter 2. Write down the meaning of the word in your own words, and draw a diagram or picture that represents the word. You are not being marked on how well you can draw, you will be marked for how well the image represents the word.
Also, please read Chapters 3 & 4 by Friday.
Finally please remember to bring SCISSORS and GLUE to class on Wednesday so you can participate in the activity!
See you Wednesday!
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Utopias and Dystopias
Hi Grade 8s,
Today in class we discussed Utopian and Dystopian societies. We brainstormed about what a perfect society would be like, and then we discussed the utopia in John Lennon's "Imagine". We also watched a film clip from the dystopian movie Children of Men.
Journal Entry #1 was assigned for homework:
If you could create a perfect world, What would it be like? How would it be similar to our world? How would it be different?
The journal entry should be at least ONE page DOUBLE SPACED.
Please continue reading, and have Chapters 1 & 2 read for Monday's class. If you have not returned your signed parent letter to me please do that as well!
I have changed the settings on this blog, so everyone should be able to leave a comment now.
See you all Monday,
Miss Brown
Today in class we discussed Utopian and Dystopian societies. We brainstormed about what a perfect society would be like, and then we discussed the utopia in John Lennon's "Imagine". We also watched a film clip from the dystopian movie Children of Men.
Journal Entry #1 was assigned for homework:
If you could create a perfect world, What would it be like? How would it be similar to our world? How would it be different?
The journal entry should be at least ONE page DOUBLE SPACED.
Please continue reading, and have Chapters 1 & 2 read for Monday's class. If you have not returned your signed parent letter to me please do that as well!
I have changed the settings on this blog, so everyone should be able to leave a comment now.
See you all Monday,
Miss Brown
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Novel Study Introduction
Hi Grade 8s!
Today in class we handed out the novels, went over the outline for the novel study unit, and discussed the meaning of society and its purposes.
Please start reading the novel and have Chapters 1 & 2 read by the beginning of class on Monday, February 8th.
Also, please remember to have your parent or guardian sign the letter to your families, and return it to me next class.
See you Thursday!
--
Miss Brown
Today in class we handed out the novels, went over the outline for the novel study unit, and discussed the meaning of society and its purposes.
Please start reading the novel and have Chapters 1 & 2 read by the beginning of class on Monday, February 8th.
Also, please remember to have your parent or guardian sign the letter to your families, and return it to me next class.
See you Thursday!
--
Miss Brown
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