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Thursday, 25 October 2018
Thursday, 25 October 2018
Time to show what you know! We'll start with a quick quiz to see how much you retained from those Narrative Writing Stations and then dive right back into your Dialogue Escape Room.
Today's Goal: Understand the rules of dialogue and incorporate them into your writing.
Agenda:
- Narrative Writing Quiz
- Dialogue Escape Room
- Writing Time!
Narrative Writing Quiz (20 Minutes)
Access the quiz through Google Classroom. You'll have 20 minutes in class to work on the quiz. Do your best. Remember to read the directions very carefully. When you finish, click "Mark as Done" on Google Classroom and then you may read silently.
*If you are absent today, you will need to come see me during RAM next week to make up the quiz. I will be available Thursday or Friday of next week, or Tuesday-Friday after school.
YOUR TURN! Can you Escape?
You'll be working in pairs to try to "escape" the Dialogue Escape Room. To access the Digital Escape Room, Click on the Google Form to the left.
A few things to remember:
- This is going to be hard. It's supposed to be. You are clever enough to do this. Don't give up.
- You will probably have to use some external resources to figure out some of these rules. Nothing is off limits. Ask Siri. Look it up on Google. Look in your Silent Reading Books.
- Working together is absolutely necessary for this. You must work with your partner to escape.
*I have your saved codes from last class and will hand them back to you in class so you don't have to start from the beginning again. Good luck!
Writing Time
When you escape (and yes, I say WHEN - You all can do this!) you may log into Google Classroom and continue to work on your Spooky Stories. If you've already started, you may need to go back and make some corrections to the dialogue you may have already written. Remember to get your paper approved in correct MLA Format before you start writing!
HOMEWORK:
- Your Spooky Story Rough Draft must be DONE by Tuesday when you come to class! (Remember, I can see your progress in Google Classroom even if you haven't turned it in!)
Tuesday, 23 October 2018
Tuesday, 23 October 2018
Let's talk about Dialogue! (Get it? TALK about DIALOGUE? I crack myself up.) Dialogue is tricky. So today you're going to explore some of the rules of dialogue to help you develop as a better writer!
Today's Goal: Understand the rules of dialogue and incorporate them into your writing.
Agenda:
- Silent Reading (20 Minutes)
- Dialogue Discussion
- Dialogue Escape Room!
- Work on Spooky Stories
Dialogue Discussion/Escape Room
Look over your own silent reading book and discuss with the people at your table:
- What are some things you notice about how dialogue is punctuated?
- How is it formatted in writing?
YOUR TURN! Can you Escape?
You'll be working in pairs to try to "escape" the Dialogue Escape Room. To access the Digital Escape Room, Click on the Google Form to the left.
A few things to remember:
- This is going to be hard. It's supposed to be. You are clever enough to do this. Don't give up.
- You will probably have to use some external resources to figure out some of these rules. Nothing is off limits. Ask Siri. Look it up on Google. Look in your Silent Reading Books.
- Working together is absolutely necessary for this. You must work with your partner to escape.
Writing Time
When you escape (and yes, I say WHEN - You all can do this!) you may log into Google Classroom and continue to work on your Spooky Stories. If you've already started, you may need to go back and make some corrections to the dialogue you may have already written. Remember to get your paper approved in correct MLA Format before you start writing!
HOMEWORK:
- Work on your Spooky Story! You should be at least halfway done by Thursday.
Friday, 19 October 2018
Friday, 19 October 2018
It's time to get writing! Today is going to be different for each of you, depending on where you're at in the writing process. If you're really on top of things, you might even get to start writing your story today!
Today's Goal: Practice correct MLA Format and start writing!
Agenda:
- Finish Narrative Writing Stations
- MLA Format
- Start Writing!
Finish Narrative Writing Stations
Today you'll be finishing your work in the Google Slides on Google Classroom titled "Narrative Writing Stations." Fill in the blanks on the slides provided by following the instructions at each table. If you were absent, or if you didn't finish a particular station, you can click on the links below to see the instructions for each station. If you don't finish today, you must finish and submit your work by Monday, 22 October 2018
Station 3: Characterization (List of Character Traits Click Here)
Station 4: Create Your Characters
MLA Format / Spooky Story Expectations
Glue the Spooky Story Expectations in on L12 in your I.N. and review the expectations for your writing assignment. Then, glue the MLA Format Instructions on R12 in your I.N. and use them to set up your Google Doc through Google Classroom. Once your MLA Format has been approved, you may start writing!
HOMEWORK: Finish your Narrative Writing Stations if you didn't finish in class!
Wednesday, 17 October 2018
Wednesday, 17 October 2018
Today you'll be continuing your Narrative Writing Stations. I'm hoping to get through 4 stations today, so you'll really need to get to work. We can do it!
Today's Goal: Practice a variety of skills that will help you with narrative writing.
Agenda:
- Narrative Writing Stations
**When you walk in, glue in the Plot Diagram worksheet on L11 in your I.N. - This is your homework. You need to complete the Plot Diagram for your spooky story so that you can begin writing in class on Friday.
Rotation Stations
You'll be continuing to work in the Google Slides on Google Classroom titled "Narrative Writing Station" as you work through each station. Fill in the blanks on the slides provided by following the instructions at each table. If you were absent, or if you didn't finish a particular station, you can click on the links below to see the instructions for each station.
Station 3: Characterization (List of Character Traits Click Here)
Station 4: Create Your Characters
HOMEWORK: Complete the Plot Diagram for your spooky story on L11 in your I.N. - I will be checking these on Friday before you will be allowed to begin writing your story.
Monday, 15 October 2018
Monday, 15 October 2018
Today is all about you taking ownership for your own learning. I could stand up at the front of you and babble at you about various Narrative Writing topics, but I'd much rather let you explore these topics on your own, with me as a guide.
Ms. Black and I put together this awesome Narrative Writing Workshop for you, that you will be participating in over the course of this week. You're going to love it. Even better, it's going to help you become the awesome writers you were born to be.
Today's Goal: Practice a variety of skills that will help you with narrative writing.
Agenda:
- Start Rotation Stations!
Rotation Stations
You'll be working in the Google Slides on Google Classroom titled "Narrative Writing Station" as you work through each station. Fill in the blanks on the slides provided by following the instructions at each table. If you were absent, or if you didn't finish a particular station, you can click on the links below to see the instructions for each station.
Station 3: Characterization (List of Character Traits Click Here)
Station 4: Create Your Characters
HOMEWORK:
Officially, you have no homework. However, if you visited a station today and didn't finish it in class, it might not be a bad idea to revisit that station and finish the assigned work. You do not need to work on any station you have not already visited in class. You'll work on those stations on Wednesday.
Thursday, 11 October 2018
Thursday, 11 October 2018
It's time to really jump into Unit 2 today, so let's talk. How does an author's voice and word choice affect the mood and tone of a story? Answer: A LOT.
Today's Goal: Read an example of a spooky story and analyze how the author's voice and word choice creates a spooky mood and tone.
Agenda:
- Intro/Set-Up Unit 2 : Spooky Stories
- Magical Root Word: Lumos
- "Knock...Knock...Knock..."
- Plot Diagram Practice
Set up Unit 2
Create a Title Page for Unit 2 on R9 in your I.N., or click HERE to print one out. Then, take a shot at answering the Unit Question on L9. Write for 10 minutes. Don't stop. If you don't know, take a guess. Make your best effort.
Magical Root Word: Lumos
Read through the information on the slides to fill in the blanks on the Magical Root Word chart that you've glued in on R10. (Need a new copy? Click HERE!) Lumos comes from the Latin Root lumen, which means light. Therefore, words that have the Latin Root lumen usually have something to do with light, or something that glows.
Set up your Vocabulary Four Square (or click HERE to print one out) on L10. Your job is to find a word, any word, that uses the Latin Root lumen, and fill out the Vocabulary Four Square for that word. Good luck!
Knock... Knock... Knock...
Story time! We'll read through the story together as a class. (Want to re-read it at home? Were you absent? Click HERE for a copy of the story!) After reading the story, we'll work together to fill out the Plot Diagram Practice. (Need a copy? Click HERE!)
Homework:
- Vocabulary Four Square (L10)
Tuesday, 9 October 2018
Tuesday, 9 October 2018
It's the most wonderful time of the year. SPOOKY STORY TIME. But first, what's the difference between Spooky and Scary? There is one, and it's very important that you understand that.
Today's Goal: Identify the difference between Spooky and Scary.
Agenda:
- Spooky vs. Scary Conversation
- Spooky Quick Write
- Speaking and Listening Student Survey / Independent Reading
Spooky vs. Scary
What's the difference? Spooky is more of a feeling, whereas Scary is much more obvious. I want you to challenge yourself to really test how well you can create a spooky atmosphere using descriptive language, rather than taking the easy way out. You don't need blood and gore to create a spooky story. In fact, I'd rather you not. Let's practice.
Spooky Quick Write
Select one of the three images above to write about. Open the Google Classroom assignment titled "Spooky Quick Write" and begin writing. You have 15 minutes. Focus on using descriptive language and creativity to create a spooky tone, not a scary one. Do the best you can, and have fun with this!!
Speaking and Listening Survey
Can you do me a favor? Ms. Black and I are doing some research on how to help students become better speakers and listeners. We are collecting data from our students to help understand where you think your strengths and weaknesses are, so that we can help you improve. Take the survey in Google Classroom, titled "Speaking and Listening Survey." Do the best you can. If you don't know what some words mean, take your best guess. Thank you!!
Independent Reading
When you finish, you may read silently. I will be calling you outside one at a time for independent reading conferences. Don't be scared.
HOMEWORK: Brainstorm spooky story ideas!
Friday, 5 October 2018
Friday, 5 October 2018
Friday, Test Day, YAY! You got this. We practiced for this exact thing last class, so it's time to show what you know.
Today's Goal: Use annotation strategies to write a thoughtful and effective R.A.C.E. paragraph.
Agenda:
- Malala R.A.C.E. Quiz
- Silent Reading / Work on your Notebooks
If you are absent, DO NOT DO THE GOOGLE CLASSROOM ASSIGNMENT AT HOME. It is a quiz, so you'll have to come in and see me during RAM to make it up. It needs to be done in class.
HOMEWORK:
- Don't forget that Tuesday will be a Notebook Check. Please give me the best birthday present ever and turn in a beautifully complete awesome notebook. Even if you've been absent, the notebook needs to be complete.
Missing some of the pages in your notebook? Just want to double check? Check out the Interactive Notebook page of this website for links to every single page!!
Wednesday, 3 October 2018
Wednesday, 3 October 2018
On Monday when you came to class, we talked about annotating a text and how that can help you with reading comprehension and writing a R.A.C.E. paragraph. Today you're going to practice it on your own! (Well, sort of. You'll be with a partner.)
Today's Goal: Practice the skill of annotating to improve your R.A.C.E. writing.
Agenda:
- Annotate Malala Article (L/R8)
- Malala R.A.C.E. Practice (Google Classroom)
The "Bad" News: Next time you come to class, you're going to be assessed on your R.A.C.E. writing skills.
The GOOD News: Today in class, you're going to get time to work together with a partner to read through and annotate the exact same article you'll be assessed on in class. You're also going to get to plan out your R.A.C.E. paragraph for Friday's assessment with your partner using the Malala R.A.C.E. Practice in Google Classroom.
Malala Article (L/R8)
Glue your article in on L8 and R8. (I trust you can figure this out.) Then work together with your partner to annotate the article using the annotation strategies we practiced on Monday in class. Need a copy of the article? CLICK HERE!
Malala R.A.C.E. Practice (Google Classroom)
When you finish annotating, log into Google Classroom and begin to work on the Malala R.A.C.E. Practice assignment. This is the exact same question you will be assessed on in class on Friday. Do your best on this and you will be very prepared for the assessment!
HOMEWORK:
- Finish the Malala R.A.C.E. Practice to study for your R.A.C.E. Assessment on Friday
- There will be a Notebook Check for Unit 1 on Tuesday (October 9th) - Make me proud. Want to double check your notebook? Check out the Interactive Notebook tab at the top of this page.
Monday, 1 October 2018
Monday, 1 October 2018
Welcome back from what was hopefully a relaxing 3-Day Weekend. Today we're going to be working a little bit more with R.A.C.E. and learning how to annotate a piece of text to help with comprehension and citations.
Today's Goal: Learn how annotating can help with reading comprehension and with citing evidence.
Agenda:
- Silent Reading Time / Sign Class Contracts
- How to Annotate (R7)
- Lucky Penney Article (L7)
- Lucky Penney R.A.C.E. Practice (Google Classroom)
How to Annotate (R7)
Secret Step #0 - Read through the article silently to yourself
Step 1: Number the Paragraphs
Step 2: Circle Key Terms
Step 3: Highlight Unfamiliar Words
Step 4: Underline evidence
*Take notes in your I.N. to help you remember!
Lt. Lucky Penney Article (L7)
Read through the article and annotate in your notebook. If you're not at school today, do the best you can! You can compare your annotation with a classmate when you get back to school to make sure you've annotated properly. Need another copy of the article? CLICK HERE!
Lt. Lucky Penney R.A.C.E. Practice (Google Classroom)
Working with a partner, log into Google Classroom and open up your Lucky Penney R.A.C.E. Practice assignment. You'll be working to fill in the blank boxes in the graphic organizer. Once you've worked through the graphic organizer, you'll compile your sentences into one coherent paragraph at the top of your paper. This is a good practice for your R.A.C.E. assessment, which will be this Friday!
HOMEWORK:
- Finish Lucky Penney R.A.C.E. Practice (Google Classroom) - Don't forget to click "Turn In!"
Wednesday, 26 September 2018
Wednesday, 26 September 2018
I'm off campus today on an ASB Field Trip, but don't worry - I've left you in good hands! I know you are going to be amazing students for the substitute and I'll be coming back tomorrow to a glowing review, right?
Today's Goal: Practice reading comprehension using the R.A.C.E. strategy as a guide.
Agenda:
- Read "Scout's Honor" by Avi from the Literature Textbook (pages 53-63)
- R.A.C.E. Response
- Story Map (L6)
"Scout's Honor" by Avi
Follow along in your textbook with the audio in class. The substitute will be stopping the audio from time to time to ask you questions and check for understanding, so you can't fall asleep. It's a cool story, give it a try.
R.A.C.E. Response
After you finish reading the story, I want you to write a R.A.C.E. response to the following question:
Think about the challenges that the boys faced in going camping. Do you think the boys deserve to be promoted to Second Class Scout? Cite specific evidence from the text to support your answer.
This is a silent, independent activity. I want to know how much you retained from our conversation about R.A.C.E. last class. You may use your notes, but no talking!
Story Map (L6)
You'll turn your R.A.C.E. paragraph in to the wire basket at the front of the room when you're finished. Only then may you grab the Story Map worksheet and begin gluing it into your I.N. on L6. Begin to work silently on completing the worksheet about "Scout's Honor." When everyone has finished their R.A.C.E. paragraphs, you may work together for the remainder of the period. (Lost the worksheet? CLICK HERE!)
HOMEWORK:
- Finish your Story Map (L6) if you didn't finish in class
- Don't forget to wear your pajamas tomorrow for Pjammin for Childhood Cancer!
- I MISS YOU ALL ALREADY. BE BACK MONDAY!
Monday, 24 September 2018
Monday, 24 September 2018
Let's talk about R.A.C.E., shall we? R.A.C.E. - You're going to hear it a lot this year. You're going to become pros at it. I promise. Let's do this.
Today's Goal: Learn and begin practicing the R.A.C.E. strategy.
Agenda:
- Quick Write 2 (Google Classroom)
- R.A.C.E. Notes (R5)
- R.A.C.E. Practice (L5)
- Story Elements Notes (R6)
Quick Write 2
Log in to Google Classroom and go to the Classwork tab. Open the assignment titled "Quick Write 2" and begin responding to the prompt. You have 7 minutes. Just write. Keep going. You got this. Click "Turn In" when you're finished.
R.A.C.E. Notes (R5)
Glue in the bookmarks on R5 and follow along as we add to our notes. R.A.C.E. is a paragraph writing format that we will be using all year long, so it's important for you to understand. Lost the paper? Click here!
R.A.C.E. Practice (L5)
Glue in the article and read through the excerpt about Sgt. Beau Doboszenski as a class. Then you'll practice writing a R.A.C.E. response to the question at the bottom of the page. Don't forget to highlight your sentences! Lost the article? Click here!
- Your citation should look something like...
In the text it states, "---------------" (Szoldra 1).
Story Elements (R6)
Glue in the Story Elements worksheet and copy the notes into your notebook. You'll need to have all of these definitions in order to complete your classwork on Wednesday. Lost your paper? Missed the notes? Here's one with all of the notes filled in. Print it out and glue it into your notebook. My top priority is that you have these notes. CLICK HERE.
HOMEWORK:
- Finish your R.A.C.E. Practice paragraph (L6)
Thursday, 20 September 2018
Thursday, 20 September 2018
YOU GUYS. IT'S TIME TO START OUR FIRST REAL OFFICIAL LANGUAGE ARTS UNIT AND I AM SO EXCITED ABOUT IT. Let's do it. Today we're talking about Courage. What is Courage? What does it mean to be a Hero? Let's dive into it.
Today's Goal: Develop a baseline definition of what courage is and brainstorm ideas of people, or types of people, who could be considered true heroes.
Agenda:
- Finish any All About Me Presentations / Silent Reading Time
- Set up Unit 1: Courage in your I.N. (L/R3)
- Heroes/Courage Notes (R4)
- Courage Acrostic Poem (L4)
UNIT 1: COURAGE
Create a title page for the unit on R3 in your I.N. Make sure to include our Unit Question at the bottom of your title page.
Unit Question: What makes someone a true hero?
You may decorate your title page however you'd like, but first - take a few minutes to respond to the Unit Question on L3. I know, we haven't spent a ton of time talking about this yet. That's okay. I want to know what you think before we dive into things. Brainstorm some ideas. Try to write at least 3-5 sentences.
Heroes/Courage Notes (R4)
At the top of your page, brainstorm some examples of people you'd consider to be true heroes. They can be real people or fictional, but you must be able to explain why you consider this person to be a hero if you are called on to share.
Create a T-Chart at the bottom of your page to help us define courage:
What Courage Is | What Courage Isn't
We'll brainstorm as a class. Fill in your chart as we go.
Courage Acrostic Poem (L4)
An acrostic poem is a type of poem where the first letters of each line spell out a word or phrase.
Create an acrostic poem using the word “COURAGE.” You may work together with a partner if you'd like. Use words or phrases from our brainstorming T-chart on R4 to help you. Use color to outline the word COURAGE.
HOMEWORK:
- Finish your Courage Acrostic Poem (L4)
Tuesday, 18 September 2018
Tuesday, 18 September 2018
All About Me Presentations! If you didn't present on Friday, you'll be presenting today. If we don't finish today, we'll finish on Thursday.
HOMEWORK: Make sure you bring your Interactive Notebook to class on Thursday. We're starting a new unit!!
Friday, 14 September 2018
Friday, 14 September 2018
Presentation Day! If you haven't clicked "Turn In" on your Google Classroom assignment for your All About Me Presentation, make sure you submit it by 11:59 tonight!
Today we will begin our presentations and then head to the Library for our first Library visit of the year! Bring your Student ID so you can check out some books and make sure to pay attention to all of the excellent resources that Mrs. Uyloan and Mrs. Leimgruber have available for you!
*If you don't present today, you will present on Tuesday. Be prepared.
Wednesday,
Wednesday,
12 September 2018
12 September 2018
It's an All About Me Work Day!! Today we'll be going to the Computer Lab (Room 406) and you will have the entire class period to work on your All About Me Slides. Remember, you're presenting them in class on Friday!!
Need the Instructions again? CLICK HERE
HOMEWORK: Finish your slides and practice your presentation! Don't forget to click Turn In on Google Classroom when you're finished.
Monday, 10 September 2018
Monday, 10 September 2018
Time for real Language Arts finally!!
Today's Goal: Understand expectations for academic Google Slides presentations.
Agenda:
- Read for 10 minutes (yaaaayyy!!!)
- Time to play... What's Wrong With This Slide??
- Introduce All About Me Assignment
- All About Me brainstorm work time
What's Wrong With This Slide??
Y'all. These are real. REAL SLIDES SUBMITTED BY REAL STUDENTS. You won't believe me, but it's true. DO BETTER. I BELIEVE IN YOU. Also I have candy, so you know today is a good day.
All About Me Assignment
Glue the instructions page into your I.N. on page R2 (Lost the paper I gave you? CLICK HERE!)
You will be working on creating a Google Slides presentation that is All About YOU to introduce yourself to me and your classmates. This activity will help with your public speaking, as well as help you practice what a professional Google Slides presentation should look like. We will be working on your Google Slides presentation all class on Wednesday, and presentations will begin on Friday, 14 September. DO NOT BEGIN WORKING ON IT EARLIER. I WANT YOU DOING THIS IN CLASS.
All About Me Work Time
You will be given a brainstorm worksheet to complete before you start anything else. This is to get your brain working and help you come up with ideas for things you could talk about. You will be turning it in to me on Wednesday. It must be in color. A middle school teacher is giving you points just for coloring. Take advantage of this. Make it pretty. (Lost the paper? CLICK HERE!)
After you've finished your brainstorm sheet, you will begin to Storyboard your slides, much like a film director plans out what they want each scene of their films to look like. On page L2 in your IN, divide your paper into six boxes. Use these six boxes as rough drafts of what you want each slide of yours to look like. You will not be allowed to begin creating your slides on Wednesday unless your storyboard is complete.
HOMEWORK:
- All About Me Brainstorm page (turn in)
- All About Me Storyboard (L2)
Thursday, 6 September 2018
Thursday, 6 September 2018
MAP Testing Day 2, here we go! Today we'll be finishing up the Reading portion of your MAP testing and starting the Language test. If you do not finish your MAP testing today in class don't worry. You will be able to come finish your test during RAM next week. Take your time. Do your best. YOU GOT THIS.
HOMEWORK:
- Bring your I.N. to class on Monday! We will finally be starting true Language Arts curriculum and it's important for you to have your I.N. so that you don't fall behind. Enjoy your weekend!!
Tuesday, 4 September 2018
Tuesday, 4 September 2018
It is my sincere hope that you all had a wonderful restful 3-Day Weekend this past weekend and are coming to class today ready to show off how brilliant you are. That's right folks, we're MAP testing. I know it's long, and I know it's a lot of quiet, but it matters. This test tells me everything I need to know so that I can do everything I can to help YOU grow this year. So do your best. YOU GOT THIS.
HOMEWORK:
- Get a good night's sleep
- Eat some breakfast on Thursday
- Hug a friend or family member (Hugs are statistically proven to improve your life. It's science.)
- Make sure all of your missing assignments are turned in (or hang out with me at lunch on Friday to get them done... muahahahaha.)
Thursday, 30 August 2018
Thursday, 30 August 2018
Today is a very important day in Language Arts. We will be reviewing expectations and procedures to help you be successful in my class. It's not the most exciting thing in the world, and I know that, but it will help you be the most successful you can be.
Today's Goal: Understand the procedures and expectations for Language Arts with Ms. Keller. Learn about how to use an Interactive Notebook to help you organize your notes in this class.
Agenda:
- Google Classroom Assignment #002 : Quick Write
- Set up Interactive Notebooks / Review Syllabus
- What is an Interactive Notebook?
Google Classroom
Today we're working on our first Quick Write. (Assignment #002) All I want is for you to practice writing. Write for 10 minutes. If you think you're done, you're not. Keep going. You got this.
Set up Interactive Notebooks / Review Syllabus
- The first page of your notebook should be your MLA Header.
Kodi Keller
Ms. Keller
Language Arts P2
30 August 2018
- After your header, we'll glue in the Syllabus. Did you lose your copy? That's okay, I forgive you, just this once. CLICK HERE for a new copy
What is an Interactive Notebook?
An Interactive Notebook is a style of note taking that uses a left-side / right-side model. Teacher notes and instruction goes on the right-side, while student response and practice goes on the left-side. Here's an info sheet that explains it all. Glue this sheet in on page R1 of your notebook. CLICK HERE FOR THE INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK INFO SHEET
After we review the Interactive Notebook Information Sheet, respond to the following question on L1 in your Interactive Notebook:
In your own words, and your own way, write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) in which you…
- Describe what goes on each side of the Interactive Notebook.
- Explain why we will be using an Interactive Notebook in Ms. Keller’s class this year.
HOMEWORK:
- Signed Syllabus
- Finish I.N. Response (L1)
- MAP Testing next week - Make sure you have a silent reading book and get lots of rest! Eat a good breakfast! You got this!
Tuesday, 28 August 2018
Tuesday, 28 August 2018
Welcome back to another week of Language Arts. Today we're talking teamwork and cooperation. We'll start with some reading, lead into some team building, and then finish the day by creating our Class Contracts to outline how we want to treat others / be treated in Room 911.
Agenda:
- Reading time (10 minutes) - While you're reading, I will be coming around to check that you have a silent reading book with you when you come to class.
- Cup Challenge
- Class Contract
Cup Challenge
You will work together in groups of 6 to build a pyramid out of cups - but there's a catch. You cannot touch the cups EVER with your hands.
- Think about what worked well / what didn't work with your group?
- What helped you be successful as a team?
- How did you achieve your end goal?
Class Contract
After completing the Cup Challenge, you will work with your groups to come up with a Class Contract for behavior in our class. Ask yourself:
- How do you want to be treated in our classroom?
- What are some necessary guidelines to help everyone learn best?
HOMEWORK:
You've got a super easy night tonight, so MAKE ME PROUD. Remember, you should be reading at least 20 minutes every day (yay RAM!)
- Bring a 3-Subject Notebook to class on Thursday (if you can!)
- Bookmark this website on your home computer. Go ahead and bookmark Google Classroom while you're at it.
Friday, 24 August 2018
Friday, 24 August 2018
IT'S FRIDAY, Y'ALL!
We made it through the first (half) week alive, but first we need to have a little bit of Language Arts fun. Today we're going to be setting up our Google Classroom for Language Arts and practicing completing an assignment. I'll be honest with you here, it's my first time doing Google Classroom as a teacher, and I know some of you are seasoned pros at this by now. Here's what I ask of you: Be patient with me. I'm trying. I promise to use Google Classroom to do all kinds of cool stuff this year, if you can promise to bear with me while I get used to it these first few weeks. Deal? Cool.
Today's Goal: Set ourselves up for success in Ms. Keller's 21st Century Classroom and get creative!
Agenda:
- Review planners / Class Website / Beginning of class expectations
- Join Google Classroom
- Practice Google Classroom assignments by completing the Getting to Know You Survey
- Our class puzzle needs you! Create your own Puzzle Piece to add to our class wall.
Getting to Know You Survey (#001)
Take the survey in the Google Form. If you don't know all the answers, don't sweat it. I just want to get to know you and your situation at home a little bit better so that I can support you to the best of my ability!
Puzzle Piece
Lost your paper? Click here to print out a new one! You can design your puzzle piece however you want, with a few guidelines:
- Somewhere on the front of your puzzle piece, you must include your name.
- Your puzzle piece must be a representation of YOU! (interests, hobbies, passions, etc.)
- Please cut out your puzzle piece and write your MLA header on the back before you turn it in.
HOMEWORK:
- Finish your Puzzle Piece
- Get a silent reading book
- Bring a 3-subject spiral notebook to class on Tuesday
- Bookmark this website!!
Wednesday, 22 August 2018
Wednesday, 22 August 2018
Welcome to 6th Grade Language Arts with Ms. Keller! We are going to have a lot of fun this school year, and I can't wait to get to know each and every one of you. I will be updating this Google Site every day, so it would be smart to have it bookmarked on your home computer. This will be the place for you to access the slides from today, as well as links to any handouts that were given out in class, and the agenda and overview of what we did in class that day.
Today, it's just a welcome! I am so excited to continue to get to know you all better as the year goes on.
Here are the Google Slides from today! If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email me at kokeller@powayusd.com
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