11.1.22

Hello 5th/6th Grade BHA Families,

Today our Science studies involved 3 different experiments to study the first two laws of fellow Bible believer, Isaac Newton! We watched the movement of a ball when inside a wagon being pulled, we studied intertia and gravity at play with a card and coin, and we observed how roller skates accelerate depending on the force applied, which we then manipulated with a can of soup! Our American History studies was filled with wonderful presentations of some of our American heroes who were first and foremost our brothers in Christ. And lastly, in IEW we learned a new Style, the because clause, as we discussed our latest Greek myth, "Bellerophon and Chimera."

Please see below for more detail on what we did in each class period as well as Branches Homeschool Academy announcements.

Also, don't forget to scroll to the bottom for your Printable Homework link!

Have a blessed week, Families. Can you believe next week will be our 10th week of class????

Blessings,

Mrs. Ayala

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PHYSICAL SCIENCE

Recap

Today's devotion was Philippians 4:6, "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." We had a good discussion about what it means to be anxious and then discussed how much the Lord wants to meet us in those moments which cause us anxiety. We talked about the power of prayer and the importance of giving thanks. Please ask your Student what they thought about today's devotional and encourage them to write in their bible journal a prayer of petition and thanksgiving. Encourage them to share the things that make them anxious directly with the Lord. Maybe even share some of your own anxieties with your Student. Remind them of your humanity.
Jordyn opened our class in a gentle prayer. Thank you, Jordyn!
Began our lesson with a 6min Table Quiz on Unit 3, Kinematic. I will announce the table winners next week!
Checked off homework assignments and then reviewed the goals for Unit 4, Dynamics.
We jumped right into the First Law of Motion. We did 2 different experiments to show what happens to an object at rest when an opposite force is applied. We then reviewed the Second Law of Motion and obeserved F = MxA in action using roller skates, a hammer, and a can of soup. Ask your Students about these experiments!
Also, while some table groups were working on an experiment, the rest of the Students were working on a "Newton" comic strip. I'm so excited to check them all out this week. The majority of the Students really seemed to have enjoyed this!
Directed Students to the link on our class webpage that details their Fall Final Science Projects. Asked them to review this with you this week for homework.
Reviewed this week's homework. Dismissed class for our 10min recess after Ethan kindly closed our class in prayer. Thank you, Ethan!

Science Homework

Read about your options for the Fall Final Science Projects, due in January. Discuss with your Parents and come to class next week with any questions.
Read Lesson 23, Third Law of Motion, pp. 82-83
- Write vocabulary words in your notebook:
  - Third law of motion
  - Law of action and reaction
- On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn in, answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p. 83. Bring to class next week for credit
- In preparation for next week’s science experiment, read “Experiencing the third law” on p. 83.
Read Lesson 24, Gravity, pp. 84-86
- Write vocabulary words in your notebook:
  - Law of gravitation
- On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn in, answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p. 86. Bring to class next week for credit
- In preparation for next week’s science experiment, read “Playing with gravity” on p. 85.

Additional Assignments for Further Understanding

None

As a reminder, homework is not mandatory. These homework assignments are provided for those families who wish to use these Branches classes as COMPLETE curriculum. The "Recommended" assignments are also very helpful for understanding and participation during class time. The "Additional Assignments for Further Understanding" are for anyone who wants to explore the subjects further.

AMERICAN History

Recap

We started class with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a recap of today's devotion on Philippians 4:6. Jackson C sweetly opened the class in prayer. Thank you, Jackson!
We right into class presentations of the Christian American they chose. I enjoyed hearing the different research each of the Students did. Some presentations involved more of the personal side of these heroes, while others focused on their resume. Each presentation was unique and interesting, just like each of the presenters!
We then talked at length about Election Day, November 8th... NEXT WEEK! I answered a lot of questions, but if anyone still needs more info, please text, call, or email me by Friday afternoon. About half of the class is placing their name on the ballot, which is exciting!
Reviewed this week's homework and collected last week's homework.
Mia beautifully closed the class in prayer. Thank you, Mia!
Dismissed class for the 10min recess.

American History Homework

Complete "Test 5, Chapters 9-10". Bring to class next week for credit. We will also be correcting together in class.
Watch this video about The French and Indian War. On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn into me, answer these 3 questions. Bring to class next week for credit.
- What did the British government do to the American colonies following the end of this war and how did the American colonists respond to this?
- What war came after The French and Indian War?
- What great American was taken from obscurity to fame as a result of The French and Indian War, eventually becoming our first President?
Read Chapter 11, The French and Indian War, pp. 67-72
- In complete sentences, answer Chapter 11 Review Questions, p. 72. Bring to class next week for credit.

Additional Assignments for Further Understanding

If you are running for Classroom Delegate next week, finalize your Campaign Speech, which can include visuals or props.
If you are designing a Class Seal, finalize it and bring it to class next week. Remember to include items on your seal that would be symbolic to our 5th/6th Grade Class at BHA! You can include an index card with your seal explaining these symbols. Please DO NOT write your name anywhere on the front of the seal or the index card. Write your name on the back in pencil.

IEW

Recap

I quickly shared School Announcements; we highlighted our devotional for today, and then Lily graciously opened the class in prayer.
I shared two excellent examples of the IEW work I expect. I spent a good amount of time sharing my expectations, and truly hope this helps! If your Student has ANY questions or needs clarity on their IEW assignments, please call, text, or email me. I would be happy to help! BHA is also holding an IEW Workshop THIS THURDAY morning on campus. Feel free to sign up if you feel your family could use a better understanding of the IEW methods.
We watched a video on "Daedalus & Icaurus" before Jordyn shared her write-up as fellow students listened for the checklist items.
We began Lesson 9 which includes our newest dress-up, because clause. We read our next myth, "Bellerophon and Chimera," discussed it, and then began the KWO as well as the style practice. Students will finish both of these for homework!
Reviewed this week's vocabulary words, Chimera and bridled, as well as the homework for this week.
All the Students helped clean up the classroom, which was spear headed by Sebastien. This was so helpful to me. Thank you!
I closed class in prayer, using the multiple Student Prayer Requests as my guide. I am thankful for their willingness to share these petitions with me.
Dismissed the class for the week!

IEW Homework

Using the Story Sequence Chart questions, finish your KWO for the "Bellerophon and Chimera” myth on page 69. Remember, you will choose key words by asking questions about the story, not by taking key words from each sentence.
Complete Style Practice on p. 70 and top of 71.
Cut out the vocabulary words for Lesson 9: Chimera and bridled. Discuss their meanings and complete Vocabulary Practice on p. 71
Using your KWO, begin writing a 3-paragraph myth.

Complete Day 3, pp. 72
- Complete the rough draft of your 3-paragraph myth. Underline four words in EACH paragraph: -ly adverb, strong verb, first word of the who/which clause (the word who or which), and the first word of the because clause (the word because)
- Use one to three key words from the final sentence of the third paragraph to create a catchy title. You can change your last sentence if you need better key words. Follow the title rule.
- Check off each item on the checklist as you complete it.
- Turn in your rough draft to your editor (ie parent / homeschool teacher) with the completed checklist attached

Complete Day 4, p. 66
- When your editor hands back your rough draft, make the needed changes.
- Paperclip the checklist, final draft, rough draft, and KWO together.
- 3-hole punch your packet of work and bring to class next week for credit

Additional Credit for Further Understanding

Draw / color / paint a visual rendition of “Bellerophon and the Chimera” to accompany your 3 paragraph writing. Must be original work. See p. 67 as an example. Bring to class next week for credit.

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