7th Grade
Resource #1: Video Game Design (Link on Canvas)
Description of Resource #1: Video Design (Level 1 & 2)
Resource #2: Final Project
Description of Resource #2: Submitting VGD Project on Canvas
Resource #3: World Record Freefall (Felix Baumgartner)
Description of Resource #3: Video and Blog posted on Canvas
8th Grade
Resource #1: 3D Printing Design
Description of Resource #1: Posted on Canvas
Resource #2: Tinkercad Design (innovating and creative)
Description of Resource #2: Posted on Canvas
Resource #3: World Record Freefall (Felix Baumgartner)
Description of Resource #3: Video and Blog posted on Canvas
6th Grade
Resource #1: Apple’s Coding App: Swift playground (available in self-service)
Description of Resource #1: Begin learning Apple’s coding language: Swift through a variety of fun puzzles and levels.
Resource #2: https://beinternetawesome.withgoogle.com/en_us/interland
Description of Resource #2: Google’s Digital Citizenship Game called Interland. Continue to hone your digital citizenship skills by participating in a variety of activities.
Resource #3: https://www.digitalpassport.org/password-protect.html
Description of Resource #3: Review concepts taught in previous digital citizenship units by playing games created by Common Sense Media (the makers of the nearpod lessons we complete in class)
7th Grade
Resource #1: https://www.copyrightandcreativity.org/middle-school/independent-learning-videos/
Description of Resource #1: Review the copyright concepts you are currently learning in class with this selection of copyright videos
Resource #2: Mrs. Hammer’s Canvas Course - Copyright Module - Copyright website
Description of Resource #2: Continue to work on your Copyright Google site by accessing the directions in the copyright module on Canvas
Resource #3: https://www.digitalcompass.org/
Description of Resource #3: Review concepts taught in previous digital citizenship units by playing games created by Common Sense Media (the makers of the nearpod lessons we complete in class)
8th Grade
Resource #1: https://www.digitalcompass.org/
Description of Resource #1: Review various concepts/topics covered by our curriculum on digital citizenship. Choose your own ending and try out all the different alternatives as you go. Storylines for 8th grade: Break It Down & Sticky Situation; however, any storylines will build on what you have learned in Computer 6 & 7
Resource #2: https://library.acadiau.ca/files/sites/library/tutorials/flash/you_quote_it_you_note_it/index.html
Description of Resource #2: Review this fun, interactive tutorial on plagiarism - what it is and what’s not.
Resource #3: https://phoenixnap.com/blog/strong-great-password-ideas
Description of Resource #3: Review this article on the characteristics of creating a good password. It also includes tips and tricks of how to remember your password and maintaining security through the use of unique passwords.
6th, 7th & 8th Grade
Resource #1: Art21: https://art21.org/
Description of Resource #1: Art21 is a celebrated global leader in presenting thought-provoking and sophisticated content about contemporary art, and the go-to place to learn first-hand from the artists of our time. A nonprofit organization, Art21’s mission is to inspire a more creative world through the works and words of contemporary artists. Art21 provides unparalleled access to the artist’s voice to diverse audiences around the world, using the power of digital media to introduce millions of people to contemporary art and artists. For over two decades, Art21 has changed the paradigm for teaching and learning about the creative process
Resource #2: Google Arts & Culture App: https://artsandculture.google.com/partner/national-gallery-of-art-washington-dc?hl=en&tab=visit
Description of Resource #2: This application allows you to use virtual reality to look up close at famous art works of art in a variety of exhibits. We may not be allowed to go to museums in the real world right now, but with virtual reality we can experience the art up close and safely.
Resource #3: Artsonia
https://www.artsonia.com/schools/school.asp?id=46535
Description of Resource #3: Artsonia is the world's largest collection of student art, published by teachers and students from around the world. Parents and family can view the art online, leave comments and order keepsakes featuring the artwork.
Possible Art Materials you may have at home:
1. Pencil
2. Markers
3. Paint
4. Objects found in nature to make a sculpture such as sticks, rocks, pine cones etc.
5. Household objects used to make a recycled material sculpture.
6. LEGOs for a lego sculpture
7. Fabrics for a collage or sewing artwork
8. Modeling clay
9. Homemade play dough: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup salt, 4 teaspoons cream of tartar, 2 cups lukewarm water, 2 Tablespoons of vegetable oil (coconut oil works too)
10. Whatever creative art materials you come up with!
Please use your art time to explore the 4 Cs of 21st Century Learning: Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, and Critical Thinking. Please feel free to work on art projects at home with parents and/or siblings if you want. This is an opportunity for you to explore your own interests in art and just have fun!
6th, 7th & 8th Grade
Resource #1: READ 180 App
Description of Resource #1: Reading skill practice
Resource #2: Newsela readings
Description of Resource #2: Choose articles or select from your class list. Comprehension quiz and writing option available
Resource #3: ebooks and ereads on READ 180 link
Description of Resource #3: Spend time reading for pleasure
6th Grade
Resource #1: See PE Girls 6th Grade Canvas
Description of Resource #1: 6th Grade Weight Room Training Packet, Muscle Machine Guides and get 60 minutes of exercise each day!
Resource #2: 6, 7 and 8th Grade P.E. Free online Yoga Classes - Stay active for 60 minutes a day. You can also keep an activity log. https://openphysed.org/activeschools/activehome?fbclid=IwAR1RPUScH671UD9WPSi-DYSjNfLsjPFYZ0WB_pJYHkTXSpxS4DI8dA8wD4k
Description of Resource #2: https://www.doyogawithme.com/?fbclid=IwAR3m2kKhhRrtGr1Ev_6dWAncNZ5Mnk495FqyaAeBWxZHz7MC7mOVCMN7NGE
6th Grade Health - You could also work through the health modules.
7th Grade
Resource #1: PE 7 Girls Canvas/Health 7th Canvas/ PE Canvas
Description of Resource #1: 7th Grade Weight Room Training Packet, Muscle Machine Guides and get 60 minutes of exercise each day!
Resource #2: https://www.verywellfit.com/the-components-of-fitness-4154074
Description of Resource #2: It describes the 5 components of physical fitness and examples on how to achieve or improve each component. Try to find ways to improve in each component.
Resource #3:http://rmuonline.rmu.edu/current-prospective-students/wellness
Description of Resource #3: The 7 dimensions of the wellness circle are listed and described. These components are what make up one’s overall health, are there areas you are lacking in, and what could you do to improve in that area?
8th Grade
Resource #1: HEALTH-Food Log (We will upload to Cronometer App when we get back)
Description of Resource #1: Keep a written food log for 7 days of breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and drinks. (No judgement zone just see what we are getting of the 6 essential nutrients...will be difficult to stay out of the kitchen with being home all day and not on schedule...Enjoy and don’t forget to Exercise-60 minutes a day)
7th Grade
Resource #1: Take Charge of Your Health https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/weight-control/take-charge-your-health/Pages/take-charge-your-health.aspx
Description of Resource #1: Take charge of your health and nutrition by reading this article that discusses healthy food choices to keep you feeling and being your best.
Resource #2: My Plate https://choosemyplate-prod.azureedge.net/sites/default/files/myplate/checklists/MyPlateDailyChecklist_1800cals_Age9-13.pdf
Description of Resource #2: Use this information to check out how much you need daily of certain food types based on your age group.
Resource #3:17 Superfoods for Teens
Description of Resource #3: Check out some healthy and tasty recommendations
8th Grade
Resource #1: Read this article on consumer rights and responsibilities
Description of Resource #1: As you are reading, pay attention to the contrast between rights and responsibility. Consider safety, choice and education as you read the information.
Resource #2: Energy Drinks Worse for Your Heart Than Caffeine Alone: Study
Description of Resource #2: Consider the recommendations in the article when so you can make informed decisions about your beverage choices.
Resource #3: Tips For Teens - Decoding Your Paycheck
Description of Resource #3: Check out the required and elective deductions that come off of your paycheck. It will be very surprising!
6th Grade
Resource #1: GarageBand iPad app on school owned iPad
Description of Resource #1: GarageBand is a fully equipped music creation studio right inside your iPad — with a complete sound library that includes presets for various instruments and voices, and an incredible selection of session drummers and percussionists. With special features for your iPad and an intuitive, modern design, it’s easy to learn, play, record, create, and share your hits worldwide. Now you’re ready to make music like a pro!
Resource #2: 8 Notes - https://www.8notes.com
Description of Resource #2: Free sheet music, riffs, lessons and tools for everybody! Even if you don’t play an instrument, search for your favorite song/artist and sing/follow along to the lyrics.
Resource #3: Letter Note Player - https://www.letternoteplayer.com
Description of Resource #3: Want to play a song today? This is the place! The letter notation makes it accessible for everyone and for the musician the site lists the letter notes, bass line, or chords for a song!
7th Grade
Resource #1: https://tinyurl.com/s3zrz5r
Description of Resource #1: This Google Doc contains a list of virtual music museum tours, including Mozart’s birthplace and the Google Arts and Culture Performing Arts project.
Resource #2: https://www.pbs.org/theblues/classroom/deftradition.html
Description of Resource #2: A PBS unit on the blues, including its roots in oral tradition and storytelling.
Resource #3: https://hersheyk12.instructure.com/courses/23388
Description of Resource #3: The module “At Home Learning Ideas” will be regularly updated with creative, fun, and divergent activities for at-home learning.
8th Grade
Resource #1: GarageBand iPad app on school owned iPad
Description of Resource #1: GarageBand is a fully equipped music creation studio right inside your iPad — with a complete sound library that includes presets for various instruments and voices, and an incredible selection of session drummers and percussionists. With special features for your iPad and an intuitive, modern design, it’s easy to learn, play, record, create, and share your hits worldwide. Now you’re ready to make music like a pro!
Resource #2: 8 Notes - https://www.8notes.com
Description of Resource #2: Free sheet music, riffs, lessons and tools for everybody! Even if you don’t play an instrument, search for your favorite song/artist and sing/follow along to the lyrics.
Resource #3: Letter Note Player - https://www.letternoteplayer.com
Description of Resource #3: Want to play a song today? This is the place! The letter notation makes it accessible for everyone and for the musician the site lists the letter notes, bass line, or chords for a song!
6th Grade
Resource #1: https://www.musictheory.net/exercises
Description of Resource #1: This page of exercises includes note ID, key signature ID, and other musical skill development in an easy-to-use format.
Resource #2: https://www.armyfieldband.com/education/instructional-video-series
Description of Resource #2: The US Army Field Band has videos focusing on a wide range of skills for all instruments.
Resource #3: https://hersheyk12.instructure.com/courses/23021
Description of Resource #3: The module “At Home Learning Ideas” will be regularly updated with creative, fun, and divergent activities for at-home learning.
7th Grade
Resource #1: https://www.musictheory.net/exercises
Description of Resource #1: This page of exercises includes note ID, key signature ID, and other musical skill development in an easy-to-use format.
Resource #2: https://www.armyfieldband.com/education/instructional-video-series
Description of Resource #2: The US Army Field Band has videos focusing on a wide range of skills for all instruments.
Resource #3: https://hersheyk12.instructure.com/courses/23349
Description of Resource #3: The module “At Home Learning Ideas” will be regularly updated with creative, fun, and divergent activities for at-home learning.
8th Grade
Resource #1: https://www.musictheory.net/exercises
Description of Resource #1: This page of exercises includes note ID, key signature ID, and other musical skill development in an easy-to-use format.
Resource #2: https://www.armyfieldband.com/education/instructional-video-series
Description of Resource #2: The US Army Field Band has videos focusing on a wide range of skills for all instruments.
Resource #3: https://hersheyk12.instructure.com/courses/23423
Description of Resource #3: The module “At Home Learning Ideas” will be regularly updated with creative, fun, and divergent activities for at-home learning.
6th Grade
Resource #1: MyEElibrary.com
Description of Resource #1: Free site that links to all the music in your Essential Elements or Essential Techniques. Use “Student Activation Code” found on p. 1 of your book to login. Scroll to the songs and exercises you’re currently working on. Use this website to listen to how the piece is “supposed to go” and play along with it.
Resource #2: SmartMusic.com
Description of Resource #2: I acquired free subscriptions for everyone. This amazing site allows you to play along to a ton of music, including our Rondo and Knight’s Quest pieces. You can record yourself and it will grade you based on your performance.Go to website and click “Join a Class”. Use class code RP2FJ-Q2FK6, create a profile and then search for our pieces on the “Find Music” option.
Resource #3: MusicTheory.net
Description of Resource #3: Brush up on your theory skills or learn something new that you have yet to master. You can go to “Lessons” to learn about a concept, and then “Exercises” to play a game to check your level of understanding. This site explores the very basic to the advanced, so it’s a good resource for all ability levels.
7th Grade
Resource #1: MyEElibrary.com
Description of Resource #1: Free site that links to all the music in your Essential Elements or Essential Techniques. Use “Student Activation Code” found on p. 1 of your book to login. Scroll to the songs and exercises you’re currently working on. Use this website to listen to how the piece is “supposed to go” and play along with it.
Resource #2: SmartMusic.com
Description of Resource #2: I acquired free subscriptions for everyone. This amazing site allows you to play along to a ton of music, including our Badinerie and Queen of Sheba pieces. You can record yourself and it will grade you based on your performance.Go to website and click “Join a Class”. Use class code RP2FJ-Q2FK6, create a profile and then search for our pieces on the “Find Music” option.
Resource #3: MusicTheory.net
Description of Resource #3: Brush up on your theory skills or learn something new that you have yet to master. You can go to “Lessons” to learn about a concept, and then “Exercises” to play a game to check your level of understanding. This site explores the very basic to the advanced, so it’s a good resource for all ability levels.
8th Grade
Resource #1: MyEElibrary.com
Description of Resource #1: Free site that links to all the music in your Essential Elements or Essential Techniques. Use “Student Activation Code” found on p. 1 of your book to login. Scroll to the songs and exercises you’re currently working on. Use this website to listen to how the piece is “supposed to go” and play along with it.
Resource #2: SmartMusic.com
Description of Resource #2: I acquired free subscriptions for everyone. This amazing site allows you to play along to a ton of music, including our Badinerie and Queen of Sheba pieces. You can record yourself and it will grade you based on your performance.Go to website and click “Join a Class”. Use class code RP2FJ-Q2FK6, create a profile and then search for our pieces on the “Find Music” option.
Resource #3: MusicTheory.net
Description of Resource #3: Brush up on your theory skills or learn something new that you have yet to master. You can go to “Lessons” to learn about a concept, and then “Exercises” to play a game to check your level of understanding. This site explores the very basic to the advanced, so it’s a good resource for all ability levels.