Day 29: 10/30/20 - Compare & Contrast Freak the Mighty: Book vs. Movie

Good Morning 6th Rebels,

         Today we will continue watching the movie, The Mighty. If you are a virtual learner you may watch the entire movie in 1 sitting, but we will be spending a total of about 4 days to watch it.  
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Log in to your Chromebook & go to our blog & Google classroom
• Take out your signed grade reports so I can collect them 

Homework:

• Complete the Compare/Contrast Graphic Organizer. Must be submitted on google classroom. (Due 11/5)
• **Optional*** Blog

Schedule

HR 8:50 – 9:30

Block 1 9:30 – 10:04

Block 2 10:08 – 10:42

Block 3 10:46 – 11:20

Block 4 11:24 – 11:58

Back to HR

Lunch and a show until 1:00.

Specials at 1:00

Activity #1

Compare & Contrast

Freak the Mighty vs. The Mighty

Directions: 

• While you are watching you will be required to analyze the movie, and Compare/Contrast it with the book. 
• You will need to find a minimum of 5 similarities, and 5 differences. 
• You will record the similarities and differences on the graphic organizer using the Literary Elements vocabulary, such as: Setting, character, conflict, & plot - (Omit, Insert, Change) 
• You will be required to write in complete sentences, using specific details.

Here is a link to the full movie. Please let me know if you have any issues viewing it. Enjoy the movie. Feel free to watch it more than once, or watch it with your friends, but don't forget about the graphic organizer that goes with it. 

Now, grab yourself some popcorn, a drink, and don't forget about some sour-patch kids. Enjoy the Show 

Enjoy the Show!

Day 28: 10/29/20 - Compare & Contrast Freak the Mighty: Book vs. Movie

Good Morning 6th Rebels,

         Today we will continue watching the movie, The Mighty. If you are a virtual learner you may watch the entire movie in 1 sitting, but we will be spending a total of about 4 days to watch it.  
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Check out our google classroom and look at the newest post on the stream, along with your assignments
• Take out your signed grade reports so I can collect them 

Homework:

• Complete the Compare/Contrast Graphic Organizer. Must be submitted on google classroom. (Due 11/5)
• **Optional*** Blog
• Be sure to watch the video tutorial about How to complete the graphic organizer 
  
  

Activity #1

Compare & Contrast

Freak the Mighty vs. The Mighty

Directions: 

• While you are watching you will be required to analyze the movie, and Compare/Contrast it with the book. 
• You will need to find a minimum of 5 similarities, and 5 differences. 
• You will record the similarities and differences on the graphic organizer using the Literary Elements vocabulary, such as: Setting, character, conflict, & plot - (Omit, Insert, Change) 
• You will be required to write in complete sentences, using specific details.

Here is a link to the full movie. Please let me know if you have any issues viewing it. Enjoy the movie. Feel free to watch it more than once, or watch it with your friends, but don't forget about the graphic organizer that goes with it. 

Now, grab yourself some popcorn, a drink, and don't forget about some sour-patch kids. Enjoy the Show 

Enjoy the Show!

Day 27: 10/27/20 - Compare & Contrast Freak the Mighty: Book vs. Movie

Good Morning 6th Rebels,

          I am very excited because today we will begin watching the movie, The Mighty. If you are a virtual learner you may watch the entire movie in 2 sitting, but we will be spending a total of about 4 days to watch it.  
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Take out your signed grade reports so I can collect them 

Homework:

• Complete the Compare/Contrast Graphic Organizer. Must be submitted on google classroom. (Due 11/5)
• **Optional*** Blog

HR 8:50 – 9:30

Block 1 9:30 – 10:04

Block 2 10:08 – 10:42

Block 3 10:46 – 11:20

Block 4 11:24 – 11:58

Back to HR

Lunch and a show until 1:00.

Specials at 1:00

Activity #1

Compare & Contrast

Freak the Mighty vs. The Mighty

Directions: 

• While you are watching you will be required to analyze the movie, and Compare/Contrast it with the book. 
• You will need to find a minimum of 5 similarities, and 5 differences. 
• You will record the similarities and differences on the graphic organizer using the Literary Elements vocabulary, such as: Setting, character, conflict, & plot - (Omit, Insert, Change) 
• You will be required to write in complete sentences, using specific details.

Here is a link to the full movie. Please let me know if you have any issues viewing it. Enjoy the movie. Feel free to watch it more than once, or watch it with your friends, but don't forget about the graphic organizer that goes with it. 

Now, grab yourself some popcorn, a drink, and don't forget about some sour-patch kids. Enjoy the Show 

Enjoy the Show!

Day 26: 10/26/20 - Freak the Mighty Ch. 23 - 25

Good Morning 6th Graders,

          Please make sure you have everything you need for your classes. Today we will finish Freak the Mighty and we will continue to analyze the story.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Log in to your Chromebook & go to our blog
• Open up kidblog and pull up your question from chapter 21 & 22
• Take out your signed grade reports so I can collect them 

Homework:

• Read Chapter 23 - 25 & complete the reading guide
• Complete the Chapter 23 - 25 Quiz on Google classroom
• Blog - Write a Question & Answer 2-3 Questions

Activity #1

Analysis of Ch. 21 & 22 using 

the Reading Strategy of Questioning

Standards:

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

D.O.K. Questions

Level 1 - Has only 1 correct answer, and the answer can be found in the book.

Level 2 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it puts you in the book and asks you what you think the characters should do, think, feel, etc. or what you would do, think, feel. etc. 

In a level two question we are talking about the book, it's characters, setting, plot, etc, and putting ourselves in the book

Level 3 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it pulls something that happens in the book, and asks you to apply it to your own life?

In a level 3 question we are no longer talking about the book or the characters. We leave the book behind and talk about situations from our own lives, that are similar to those in the book?

Level 4 - Requires research & additional resources to dig deep into a question. 

Key Questions:

Ch. 21 & 22

1. What happened to Killer Kane?
2. How were Max & Kevin treated differently at school after Christmas Break?
3. What happened to Kevin on his birthday? How do you feel about that?

Activity #2

Freak the Mighty: Chapter 23 - 25

Standards

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

Directions:

• Read chapter 23 - 25.
• Complete the Reading Guide (Can use the paper copy, or the google form in the assignment section of google classroom)
• Take the quiz on google classroom. Be sure to answer in complete sentences when needed.
• Post your level 2 or level 3 question, & answer 2 - 3 questions from your peers.

Key Questions:

Ch. 23 - 25 

1. What happens to Kevin?

2. Do you think it's fair? Is life fair?

3. Can you describe Max's reaction"

4. How would you react if you were Max?

5. Have you ever lost anyone that you were close too? If so, who? And how did it impact you?

6. How does Max deal with what happens to Kevin?

7. Who convinces him to write the story of Freak the mighty?

8. Think about Max's story. Now that you know Max actually saw his father kill his mother, many of the things that we learned about him early on in the story make sense, don't they?

Have a great day!

Day 25: 10/23/20 - Freak the Mighty Ch. 21 & 22

Good Morning 6th Graders,

          Please make sure you have everything you need for your classes. Today we will continue to read aloud Freak the Mighty and we will continue to work on the reading strategy of questioning.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Log in to your Chromebook & go to our blog
• Open up kidblog and pull up your question from chapter 19 & 20
• Take out your signed grade report so I can collect it

Homework:

• Read Chapter 21 & 22 & complete the reading guide
• Complete the Chapter 21 - 22 Quiz on Google classroom
• Blog - Write a Question & Answer 2-3 Questions

Activity #1

Analysis of Ch. 19 & 20 using 

the Reading Strategy of Questioning

Standards:

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

D.O.K. Questions

Level 1 - Has only 1 correct answer, and the answer can be found in the book.

Level 2 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it puts you in the book and asks you what you think the characters should do, think, feel, etc. or what you would do, think, feel. etc. 

In a level two question we are talking about the book, it's characters, setting, plot, etc, and putting ourselves in the book

Level 3 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it pulls something that happens in the book, and asks you to apply it to your own life?

In a level 3 question we are no longer talking about the book or the characters. We leave the book behind and talk about situations from our own lives, that are similar to those in the book?

Level 4 - Requires research & additional resources to dig deep into a question. 

Mr. T's Key Questions:

1. Where does Max's father take him?
2. How would you feel if you were in Max's shoes"
3. What would you tell him to do?
4. Who tries to rescue him?
5. Who is the hero?

*****Now...it's your turn!*****

What questions did you write about chapter 19 & 20

Activity #2

Freak the Mighty: Chapter 21 & 22

Standards

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

Directions:

• Read chapter 21 & 22.
• Complete the Reading Guide (Can use the paper copy, or the google form in the assignment section of google classroom)
• Take the quiz on google classroom. Be sure to answer in complete sentences when needed.
• Post your level 2 or level 3 question, & answer 2 - 3 questions from your peers.

Key Questions:

Ch. 21 & 22

1. What happened to Killer Kane?
2. How were Max & Kevin treated differently at school after Christmas Break?
3. If you were Max what would you give Kevin for his Birthday?
4. How do you feel about what happened to Kevin on his birthday?

Have a great day!

Day 24: 10/22/20 - Freak the Mighty Ch. 19 & 20

Good Morning 6th Graders,

          Please make sure you have everything you need for your classes. Today we will continue to read aloud Freak the Mighty and we will continue to work on the reading strategy of questioning.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Log in to your Chromebook & go to our blog
• Open up kidblog Portfolio and pull up your question from chapter 17 & 18

Homework:

• Read Chapter 19 & 20 & complete the reading guide
• Complete the Chapter 19 - 20 Quiz on Google classroom
• Blog - Write a Question & Answer 2-3 Questions
• GET GRADE REPORT SIGNED

Schedule

HR 8:50 – 9:30

Block 1 9:30 – 10:04

Block 2 10:08 – 10:42

Block 3 10:46 – 11:20

Block 4 11:24 – 11:58

Back to HR

Holmes/Mullin/Stanton –Out to Pick Pumpkins at 12:05 - 12:20

Faulkner/ Trumble  - Out to Pick Pumpkins 12:25 – 12:40

Lunch and a show until 1:00.

Specials at 1:00

Then home.

Activity #1

Analysis of Ch. 17 & 18 using 

the Reading Strategy of Questioning

Standards:

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

Why do we ask questions?

1. Asking & Answering level 2 and 3 questions make you critically think about what you read. 
2. This will improve our ability to respond to literature? 

What do we respond to?

• We respond using the Literary Elements: setting, character, plot, conflict, theme, mood, & tone.

D.O.K. Questions

Level 1 - Has only 1 correct answer, and the answer can be found in the book.

Level 2 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it puts you in the book and asks you what you think the characters should do, think, feel, etc. or what you would do, think, feel. etc. 

In a level two question we are talking about the book, it's characters, setting, plot, etc, and putting ourselves in the book

Level 3 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it pulls something that happens in the book, and asks you to apply it to your own life?

In a level 3 question we are no longer talking about the book or the characters. We leave the book behind and talk about situations from our own lives, that are similar to those in the book?

Level 4 - Requires research & additional resources to dig deep into a question. 

Mr. T's Key Questions:

1. What is the setting of this chapter? (Level 1)
2. What does Max's dad do to make sure that Max doesn't run away? (Level 1)
3. Do you think Max's dad really sent him presents & letters? explain? (Level 2)
4. Do you believe Max's dad when he swears on the bible that he never murdered his mom? Explain. (Level 2)
5. In your opinion, Has Max been Kidnapped? Explain. (Level 2)
6. Who shows up at the end of the chapter? (Level 1)

*****Now...it's your turn!*****

What questions did you write about chapter 16

Activity #2

Freak the Mighty: Chapter 19 & 20

Standards

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

Directions:

• Read chapter 19 & 20.
• Complete the Reading Guide (Can use the paper copy, or the google form in the assignment section of google classroom)
• Take the quiz on google classroom. Be sure to answer in complete sentences when needed.
• Post your level 2 or level 3 question, & answer 2 - 3 questions from your peers.

Key Questions:

Ch. 19 & 20

1. Where does Max's father take him?
   
2. Who tries to help Max escape? 
3. What does Max's dad do in response?
4. Who shows up with a squirt gun, and can you explain how they save Max?
5. Can you create your own rescue plan?

Have a great day!

Day 23: 10/20/20 - Freak the Mighty Ch. 17 & 18

Good Morning 6th Graders,

          Please make sure you have everything you need for your classes. Today we will continue to read aloud Freak the Mighty and we will continue to work on the reading strategy of questioning.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Log in to your Chromebook & go to our blog
• Open up kidblog and pull up your question from chapter 16
• Use any extra time you have to answer blog questions, and to check your other google classroom pages 

Homework:

• Read Chapter 17 & 18 & complete the reading guide
• Complete the Chapter 17 - 18 Quiz on Google classroom
• Blog - Write a Question & Answer 2-3 Questions
• GET GRADE REPORT SIGNED 

Schedule

Block1 9:30 – 10:12

Block 2 10:15 – 10:42

Block 3 10:46 – 11:20

Block 4 11:24 – 11:58

Back to HR

Holmes/Mullin/Stanton –Out to Pick Pumpkins at 12:05 - 12:20

Faulkner/ Trumble  - Out to Pick Pumpkins 12:25 – 12:40

Lunch and a show until 1:00.

Specials at 1:00

Activity #1

Analysis of Ch. 16 using 

the Reading Strategy of Questioning

Standards:

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

Why do we ask questions?

1. Asking & Answering level 2 and 3 questions make you critically think about what you read. 
2. This will improve our ability to respond to literature? 

What do we respond to?

• We respond using the Literary Elements: setting, character, plot, conflict, theme, mood, & tone.

D.O.K. Questions

Level 1 - Has only 1 correct answer, and the answer can be found in the book.

Level 2 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it puts you in the book and asks you what you think the characters should do, think, feel, etc. or what you would do, think, feel. etc. 

In a level two question we are talking about the book, it's characters, setting, plot, etc, and putting ourselves in the book

Level 3 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it pulls something that happens in the book, and asks you to apply it to your own life?

In a level 3 question we are no longer talking about the book or the characters. We leave the book behind and talk about situations from our own lives, that are similar to those in the book?

Level 4 - Requires research & additional resources to dig deep into a question. 

Mr. T's Key Questions:

Ch. 16

1. ***Has Max been kidnapped?*** (Level 2)
2. Where does Max's dad take him? (Level 1)
3. Do you think Max did the right thing, or should he have resisted? Explain. (Level 2)
4. Do you believe Max's dad when he says he didn't kill anyone? Explain? (Level 2)
5. What do you think Max should do in this situation? If you could talk to Max, what would you tell him to do? (Level 2)

*****Now...it's your turn!*****

What questions did you write about chapter 16

Activity #2

Freak the Mighty: Chapter 17 & 18

Standards

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

Directions:

• Read chapter 17 & 18.
• Complete the Reading Guide (Can use the paper copy, or the google form in the assignment section of google classroom)
• Take the quiz on google classroom. Be sure to answer in complete sentences when needed.
• Post your level 2 or level 3 question, & answer 2 - 3 questions from your peers.

Key Questions:

Ch. 17 & 18

1. What is the setting of this chapter? (Level 1)
2. What does Max's dad do to make sure that Max doesn't run away? (Level 1)
3. Do you think Max's dad really sent him presents & letters? explain? (Level 2)
4. Do you believe Max's dad when he swears on the bible that he never murdered his mom? Explain. (Level 2)
5. In your opinion, has Max been Kidnapped? Explain. (Level 2)
6. Who shows up at the end of the chapter? (Level 1)

Have a great day!

Day 22: 10/19/20 - Freak the Mighty Ch. 16

Good Morning 6th Graders,

          Please make sure you have everything you need for your classes. Today we will continue to read aloud Freak the Mighty and we will continue to work on the reading strategy of questioning.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Log in to your Chromebook
• Go to kidblog and pull up your question.
• Use any extra time you have to answer blog questions, and to check your other google classroom pages 

Homework:

• Read Chapter 16 & complete the reading guide
• Complete the Chapter 16 Quiz on Google classroom
• Blog - Write a Question & Answer 2-3 Questions

Activity #1

Reading Strategy - Questioning?

Why do we ask questions?

Asking questions & responding to other people's questions will improve our ability to respond to literature? When you ask level 2 and 3 questions, and answer them as well, you are critically thinking about what you read. 

What do we respond to?

Our goal is to respond to the Literary Elements: setting, character, plot, conflict, theme, mood, & tone.

Level 1 - Has only 1 correct answer, and the answer can be found in the book.

Level 2 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it puts you in the book and asks you what you think the characters should do, think, feel, etc. or what you would do, think, feel. etc. 

In a level two question we are talking about the book, it's characters, setting, plot, etc, and putting ourselves in the book

Level 3 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it pulls something that happens in the book, and asks you to apply it to your own life?

In a level 3 question we are no longer talking about the book or the characters. We leave the book behind and talk about situations from our own lives, that are similar to those in the book?

Level 4 - Require research & additional resources to dig deep into a question. 

Mr. T's Key Questions:

1. What were Grim and Gram fighting about?

2. Who do you agree with? Grim or Gram?

3. How do you feel about owning a gun?

4. What are Max & Kevin celebrating in chapter 15?

5. What does Max get Kevin?

6. What does Kevin get Max?

7. Who "came down the chimney"?

8. What do you think Max should do?

Activity #2

Freak the Mighty: Chapter 16

Standards

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

Directions:

• Read chapter 16
• Complete the Reading Guide (Can be the paper copy, or it can be the google form in the assignment section of google classroom)
• Take the quiz on google classroom. Be sure to answer in complete sentences when needed

Key Questions:

Ch. 16

1. Who showed up on Christmas Eve ?
2. Do you think Max should have resisted?
3. Do you believe Max's dad when he says he didn't kill anyone?
4. Where does Max's dad take him?
5. What do you think Max should do in this situation? If you could talk to Max, what would you tell him to do?

Have a great day!

Day 21: 10/16/21 - Freak the Mighty Ch. 14 & 15

Good Morning 6th Graders,

          Please make sure you have everything you need for your classes. Today we will continue to read aloud Freak the Mighty and we will continue to work on the reading strategy of questioning.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Log in to your Chromebook
• Go to kidblog and pull up your question
• Use any extra time you have to answer blog questions, and to check your other google classroom pages 

Homework:

• Read Chapter 14 & 15 & complete the reading guide
• Complete the Chapter 14 & 15 Quiz on Google classroom
• Blog - Write a Question & Answer 2-3 Questions

Activity #1

Reading Strategy - Questioning?

Level 1 - Has only 1 correct answer, and the answer can be found in the book.

Level 2 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it puts you in the book and asks you what you think the characters should do, think, feel, etc. or what you would do, think, feel. etc. 

In a level two question we are talking about the book, it's characters, setting, plot, etc, and putting ourselves in the book

Level 3 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it pulls something that happens in the book, and asks you to apply it to your own life?

In a level 3 question we are no longer talking about the book or the characters. We leave the book behind and talk about situations from our own lives, that are similar to those in the book?

Level 4 - Require research & additional resources to dig deep into a question. 

Activity #2

Freak the Mighty: Chapter 14 & 15

Standards

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

Directions:

• Read chapter 14 & 15
• Complete the Reading Guide (Can be the paper copy, or it can be the google form in the assignment section of google classroom)
• Take the quiz on google classroom. Be sure to answer in complete sentences when needed

Key Questions:

Ch. 14 & 15

1. What is the primary setting?
2. What are Grim & Gram fighting about?
3. Do you think it is a good idea for them to get a gun?
4. Do you own a gun? Should people own guns? Explain.
5. What does Max get Kevin for Christmas?
6. What does Kevin get Max for Christmas?
7. What happens to Max after the Christmas Eve celebration with Kevin?

Have a great day!

Day 20: 10/15/20 - Freak the Mighty Ch. 12 & 13

Good Morning 6th Graders,

          Please make sure you have everything you need for your classes. Today we will continue to read aloud Freak the Mighty and we will continue to work on the reading strategy of questioning.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Log in to your Chromebook
• Open kidblog and answer as many questions as you can. 

Homework:

• Read Chapter 12 & 13 & complete the reading guide
• Complete the Chapter 12 & 13 Quiz on Google classroom
• Blog - Write a Question & Answer 2-3 Questions

Activity #1

Reading Strategy - Questioning?

Level 1 - Has only 1 correct answer, and the answer can be found in the book.

Level 2 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it puts you in the book and asks you what you think the characters should do, think, feel, etc. or what you would do, think, feel. etc. 

In a level two question we are talking about the book, it's characters, setting, plot, etc, and putting ourselves in the book

Level 3 - Has an infinite number of answers, and it pulls something that happens in the book, and asks you to apply it to your own life?

In a level 3 question we are no longer talking about the book or the characters. We leave the book behind and talk about situations from our own lives, that are similar to those in the book?

Level 4 - Require research & additional resources to dig deep into a question. 

Activity #2

Freak the Mighty: Chapter 12 & 13

Standards

RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

RL6.3 - Describe how a story, or plot, unfolds in a series of events, including how the characters respond or change

Directions:

• Read chapter 12 & 13
• Complete the Reading Guide (Can be the paper copy, or it can be the google form in the assignment section of google classroom)
• Take the quiz on google classroom. Be sure to answer in complete sentences when needed

Key Questions:

Ch. 12 & 13

1. Where does Gram take Max?
2. Do you like going back to school clothes shopping with your family?
3. What is the primary setting?
4. What happens to Max on Friday the 13th?
5. What happens to Kevin on Friday the 13th?
6. Who do you think had a worse day? Explain.

Have a great day!