Day 38: Happy Halloween

 Happy Halloween 6th Graders,

          Today we will not have any of our regular classes. Please make sure that you stay in control today and behave responsibly. You can see the schedule below.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble

Schedule:

9:00 – 9:25  Special Area

9:25 – 9:50  Start Movie

9:50 - 10:00   Costumes & Prepare for Parade

10:00 – 10:30 Parade

10:30 – 11:35 Party & Finish Movie

11:35 – 12:05 Lunch

12:10 Dismissal

Day 37: 10/30/23 - Freak the Mighty Chapter 19 & 20

 Homeroom:

          Good Morning, I hope you are all having a marvelous Monday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will read chapter 19 & 20 of Freak the Mighty, and add the climax to our plotline.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write the independent work in your agenda
• Pick up a reading guide from the black table

Independent work:

• Read Chapter 19 & 20
• Complete Reading Guide

Activity #1

Read Chapter 19 & 20

Directions:

Complete each section of the graphic organizer

• Setting - Be sure to describe in detail
• Characters - Write as much as you can
• Plot - 8 -10 specific Bullets Minimum
• Questions - 2 to 3 questions
• Conflict - Write down any conflicts that you see.

Complete the Quiz on Google Classroom.

Activity #2

Plot Lines 

Have a great Day!

Day 36: 10/26/23 - Freak the Mighty Chapter 17 - 18 Quiz & Plot LInes

Homeroom:

Good Morning, 

I hope you are all having a thunderous Thursday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will take the chapter 17 - 18 quiz and learn more about plot.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Take out your notes on chapter 17 - 18. Then open your chromebook and complete your chapter 17 & 18 quiz independently.
• Write your Independent work in your agenda

Independent work:

• Complete any past due assignments

Activity #1

Review Ch. 17 - 18 & Best Question 

Topics for Small Group Discussion

1. Setting - Where? When? Description
2. Characters - Which character would you rather be?
3. Plot events - What were the most important events?
4. Conflicts - Were there any conflicts?
5. Questions - Best Questions (Whole Group)

Activity #2

Plot Lines 

Day 35: 10/25/23 - Analyzing Plot & Freak the Mighty Chapter 18

Homeroom:

          Good Morning, I hope you are all having a wonderful Wednesday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will learn about plot lines, and read chapter 18.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's Independent Work in your agenda
• Open your notebooks to page 16
• Pick up a copy of the plotline from the black table and a highlighter (Any Color)

Independent work:

• Read Chapter 18
• Complete the Reading Guide

Activity #1

Analyzing Plot

I can analyze the exposition, inciting incident and the rising action of Freak the Mighty, and record my thinking on a plot line.

Directions:

Complete the following parts of the plotl ine.

• Exposition (Setting & Main Characters)
• Inciting Incident
• Point of View & Perspective
• Rising Action: 3 - 5 challenges/obstacles

Activity #2

Read Chapter 18

I can read chapters 18 of Freak the Mighty and record my thinking, including inferences I make, about the literary elements listed below.

Directions:

Complete each section of the graphic organizer

• Setting - Be sure to describe in detail
• Characters - Write as much as you learn
• Plot - 8-10 Bullets
• Questions - 2 to 3 questions
• Conflict - Write down any conflicts that you see.

Complete the Quiz on Google Classroom.

Have a great Day!

Day 34: 10/24/23 - Evaluating Writing & Freak the Mighty Chapter 17

Homeroom:

Good Morning, 

I hope you are all having a terrific Tuesday.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will evaluate our writing and then read chapter 17.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Take out last night's Homework
• Write tonight's homework in your agenda

Independent  work:

• Finish Reading Chapter 17
• Complete the reading guide 

Activity #1
Evaluate Writing 

Remember:

• Focus on the Literary Elements we have studied when thinking about the similarities and differences.
• Characterization - Are the characters developed in the movie the same as the book?
• Setting - How do the settings compare? Include the way you envisioned the setting in the book to what you see in the movie.
• Point of View - Does the movie use the same point of view as the book?
• Plot - How do the events in the movie compare to the events in the book? Focus on the larger more important events and not the small insignificant details.

Each paragraph should have

1. 1 point - Introduction
2. 1 point - Claim
3. 1 point - Evidence (from both the book and movie)
4. 1 point - Reflection
5. 1 point - Mechanics = Capitals, punctuation, sentence structure

Each paragraph is worth 5 points total. 

What did you do well in your writing?

What do you still need to work on to improve your writing?

Example:

          There are many similarities between the book, “Freak the Mighty” and the movie, “The Mighty”. The first similarity worth noting is the way the characters are portrayed and developed throughout the story. In the book and in the movie Max feels like he does not have a brain until Freak comes along, and he worries that people will think he is a butthead. Kevin is super smart and he talks like a dictionary in the film and in the novel. He is also still battling a physical disability and has to use crutches. Another similarity between the book and the movie is the plot event where the boys go to the fireworks and millpond. In both the story and the movie Max and Kevin have a run-in with Tony D. In order to escape Kevin acts as the brain telling Max what to do, and Max acts as the body carrying Kevin. I think the movie does a good job of recreating the novel for movie goers. If you like the book, you will probably enjoy the film.

          There are many differences between the book, “Freak the Mighty” and the movie, “The Mighty”. The first major difference between the book and the movie is the way Max and Kevin’s friendship begins. In the book their friendship begins when Max helps Kevin get a toy ornithopter out of a tree.  It is this small act of kindness that starts their friendship in the novel, but in the movie their friendship starts when Kevin becomes Max’s tutor. Kevin then gives Max money to take him to the fireworks. Another difference between the book and the movie is the setting. When reading the book I picture a small run down town, and in the movie the setting is a large heavy populated city. In my opinion the book does a better job telling the story of Max and Kevin becoming Freak the Mighty. I recommend reading the book before watching the movie. 

Activity #2

Read Chapter 17

Directions:

• Read chapter 17 with the members of your class 
• Complete the Reading Guide

Have a Great Day!

Day 33: 10/23/23 - Compare & Contrast Mini-Essay (Part 2)

Homeroom:

Good Morning, I hope you are all having a marvelous Monday

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA: 

Good Day 6th Graders,

         Today we will compare & contrast the second part of the book with the movie.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write your Independent work in your agenda
• Take out your Movie Graphic Organizer & Compare/Contrast Graphic Organizer

Independent Work:

• Finish 2 paragraph Mini-Essay

Activity #1
Movie - Freak the Mighty (Part 2)

Directions: 

• You will record the similarities and differences on the graphic organizer using the Literary Elements vocabulary 
• Setting, Character, Plot,  (Omit, Insert, Change) 

During your Small Group Discussion:

• Focus on the Literary Elements we have studied.
• Characterization - Are the characters the same? Are they developed in the movie the same as the book? 
• Setting - How do the settings compare? Include the way you envisioned the setting in the book to what you see in the movie.
• Point of View - Does the movie use the same point of view as the book?
• Plot - How do the events in the movie compare to the events in the book? Focus on the larger more important events and not the small details. Ask yourself, "Did the movie omit, insert, or change any of the plot events?"

Writing Strategy - Constructing a written response with:

1. Introduction
2. Claim (about both the book and movie)
3. Evidence (from both the book and movie)
4. Reflection/Conclusion

Analysis of Similarities & Differences
Drafting paragraphs to write about similarities & Differences between the book & the Movie

Example:

          There are many similarities between the book, “Freak the Mighty” and the movie, “The Mighty”. The first similarity worth noting is the way the characters are portrayed and developed throughout the story. In the book and in the movie Max feels like he does not have a brain until Freak comes along, and he worries that people will think he is a butthead. Kevin is super smart and he talks like a dictionary in the film and in the novel. He is also still battling a physical disability and has to use crutches. Another similarity between the book and the movie is the plot event where the boys go to the fireworks and millpond. In both the story and the movie Max and Kevin have a run-in with Tony D. In order to escape Kevin acts as the brain telling Max what to do, and Max acts as the body carrying Kevin. I think the movie does a good job of recreating the novel for movie goers. If you like the book, you will probably enjoy the film.

          There are many differences between the book, “Freak the Mighty” and the movie, “The Mighty”. The first major difference between the book and the movie is the way Max and Kevin’s friendship begins. In the book their friendship begins when Max helps Kevin get a toy ornithopter out of a tree.  It is this small act of kindness that starts their friendship in the novel, but in the movie their friendship starts when Kevin becomes Max’s tutor. Kevin then gives Max money to take him to the fireworks. Another difference between the book and the movie is the setting. When reading the book I picture a small run down town, and in the movie the setting is a large heavy populated city. In my opinion the book does a better job telling the story of Max and Kevin becoming Freak the Mighty. I recommend reading the book before watching the movie. 

Directions: 

Have a great day!

Day 32: 10/20/23 - Compare & Contrast the Book with the Movie (Part 2)

Homeroom:

          Good Morning, I hope you are all having a fabulous Friday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will watch the second part of The Mighty so we can compare it with the book.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Pick up a copy of the Movie Graphic Organizer from the black table

Homework:

• Finish the compare/Contrast Graphic Organizer

Activity #1

Watch Movie - Freak the Mighty (Part 2)

37 Min 20 Seconds - 1 Hour 5 min

Directions: 

• While you are watching the movie complete the Movie Graphic Organizer. Record as much information as you can.
  

Important: Focus on the Literary Elements.

• Characterization - Are the characters developed in the movie the same as the book? 
• Setting - How do the settings compare? Include the way you envisioned the setting in the book to what you see in the movie.
• Point of View - Does the movie use the same point of view as the book?
• Plot - How do the events in the movie compare to the events in the book? Focus on the larger more important events and not the small details. Ask yourself, "Did the movie omit, insert, or change any of the plot events?"
• Conflict - What struggles are Max and Kevin facing?

When you are done:

• Go back to your seats.
• Work with the people at your table to share your notes from the movie Graphic Organizer
• Start the Compare/Contrast graphic organizer

Writing Strategy - Constructing a written response with:

1. Introduction
2. Claim 
3. Evidence 
4. Reflection

Activity #2
Analysis of Similarities & Differences
Writing to Compare and Contrast 

a book & a Movie

Example:

          There are many similarities between the book, “Freak the Mighty” and the movie, “The Mighty”. The first similarity worth noting is the way the characters are portrayed and developed throughout the story. In the book and in the movie Max feels like he does not have a brain until Freak comes along, and he worries that people will think he is a butthead. Kevin is super smart and he talks like a dictionary in the film and in the novel. He is also still battling a physical disability and has to use crutches. Another similarity between the book and the movie is the plot event where the boys go to the fireworks and millpond. In both the story and the movie Max and Kevin have a run-in with Tony D. In order to escape Kevin acts as the brain telling Max what to do, and Max acts as the body carrying Kevin. I think the movie does a good job of recreating the novel for movie goers. If you like the book, you will probably enjoy the film.

          There are many differences between the book, “Freak the Mighty” and the movie, “The Mighty”. The first major difference between the book and the movie is the way Max and Kevin’s friendship begins. In the book their friendship begins when Max helps Kevin get a toy ornithopter out of a tree.  It is this small act of kindness that starts their friendship in the novel, but in the movie their friendship starts when Kevin becomes Max’s tutor. Kevin then gives Max money to take him to the fireworks. Another difference between the two is the setting. When reading the book I picture a small run down town, and in the movie the setting is a large heavy populated city. In my opinion the book does a better job telling the story of Max and Kevin becoming Freak the Mighty. I recommend reading the book before watching the movie. 

Have a great day!

Day 31: 10/19/23 - Freak the Mighty Chapter 16 & Plot

Homeroom:

Good Morning, 

I hope you are all having a thunderous Thursday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will take the chapter 16 quiz and learn more about plot.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Take out your notes on chapter 16. Then open your chromebook and complete your chapter 16 quiz independently.
• Write your Independent work in your agenda

Independent work:

• Complete any past due assignments

Activity #1

Review Ch. 16 & Best Question 

Topics for Small Group Discussion

1. Setting - Where? When? Description
2. Characters - Which character would you rather be?
3. Plot events - What were the most important events?
4. Conflicts - Were there any conflicts?
5. Questions - Best Questions (Whole Group)

Activity #2 (If time)

Plot Lines 

Day 30: 10/18/23 - The Elements of Plot & Freak the Mighty Chapter 16

Homeroom:

          Good Morning, I hope you are all having a wonderful Wednesday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will learn about plot and read chapter 16 of Freak the Mighty.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Pick up a copy of the Plot Ladder from the black table
• Write down your Independent work in your agenda

Independent work:

• Finish reading chapter 16 & complete the reading guide

Activity 1

Elements of Plot

I can identify the 6 stages of plot, and describe the events that happen during each stage.

Notes:

• The Plot is the sequence of events in a literary work, book, movie, or play

Activity #2

Read Chapter 16

Topics for Small Group Discussion

1. Setting - Where? When? Description
2. Characters - Which character would you rather be?
3. Plot events - What were the most important events?
4. Conflicts - Were there any conflicts?
5. Questions - Best Questions (Whole Group)

Have a great day.

Day 29: 10/17/23 - The 4 Types of Conflict

Homeroom:

          Good Morning, I hope you are all having a terrific Tuesday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will learn about the 4 types of conflict.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Write your Independent work in your agenda
• Pick up a copy of the 4 Types of Conflict Graphic organizer from the black table

Independent work:

• Finish any past due assignments

Activity #1

The 4 Types of Conflict

I can read a short passage and identify what type of conflict the  character is experiencing.

Notes:

• There are 2 categories of conflict (Internal & External)
• There are 4 different types:

1. Man vs. Man (External)

• A struggle between a character and another character
• Protagonist vs Antagonist

2. Man vs. Nature (External)

• A struggle between a character and nature
• Includes weather, animals, sickness, etc

3. Man vs. Society (External)

• A struggle between a character & the laws or beliefs of a large group
• could involve poverty, politics, social norms, expectations, etc

4. Man vs. Self (Internal)

• A struggle between a character and their choices, negative thoughts, & feelings

Activity #2

The 4 Types of Conflict Practice

Directions: Random Partners

Complete the 4 types of conflict practice on google classroom

Day 28: 10/16/23 - Freak the MIghty Chapter 14 - 15 (Review)

Homeroom:

Good Morning, 

I hope you are all having a magnificent Monday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will complete the chapter 14 & 15 quiz and small group discussion. 
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Take out your notes on chapter 14-15. Then open your chromebook and complete your chapter 14-15 quiz independently.
• Write your Independent work in your agenda

Independent work:

• Complete any past due assignments

Activity #1

Review Ch. 14-15 & Best Question 

Topics for Small Group Discussion

1. Setting - Where? When? Description
2. Characters - Which character would you rather be?
3. Plot events - What were the most important events?
4. Conflicts - Were there any conflicts?
5. Questions - Best Questions (Whole Group)

Day 27: 10/13/23 - Freak the Mighty Chapter 14 & 15 (Reading)

Homeroom:

          Good Morning, I hope you are all having a fabulous Friday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

Schedule:

8:50 - 8:58 HR
9:00 - 9:41 Block 1

9:43 - 10:24 Block 2

Return to HR

10:30 - 11:00 Fire Prevention

11:00 - 11:27 Block 3

11:28 - 12:10 Music Block

12:13 - 12:30 Finish Block 3 

12:30 - 1:00 Lunch

1:05 - 1:52 Block 4

1:55 - 2:35 Specials

2:38 WIN/ChoiceTime

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will review Internal & External Conflicts, and read chapter 14 & 15 of Freak the Mighty.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Pick up a Reading Guide from the black table
• Write down your independent work

Independent work:

• Finish Reading Chapter 14 & 15
• Complete the reading guide

Activity #1

Review answers from Internal vs. External Conflicts Practice

Activity #2

Read Chapter 14 & 15

I can read chapters 14 & 15 of Freak the Mighty and record my thinking, including inferences I make about the literary elements listed below.

Directions:

Complete each section of the graphic organizer

• Setting - Be sure to describe in detail
• Characters - Write as much as you learn
• Plot - 8-10 Bullets
• Questions - 2 to 3 questions
• Conflict - Write down any conflicts that you see.

Complete the Quiz on Google Classroom.

Have a great Day!

Day 26: 10/12/23 - Freak the MIghty Ch 12 -13 Quiz & Internal vs. External Conflict Practice

Homeroom:

Good Morning, 

I hope you are all having a super Thursday. Please use this time to get ready for your day.

Do Now:

1. Check that your homework is done
2. Check to see if you have all your materials
3. Sharpen pencils

ELA:

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will complete the chapter 12 & 13 quiz and small group discussion. We will also practice identifying internal & external conflicts.
                                Thank you
                                Mr. Trumble
Do Now:

• Take out your notes on chapter 12-13. Then open your chromebook and complete your chapter 12-13 quiz independently. Make sure you answer the written response with a paragraph using I, C, E, R format
• Write your Independent work in your agenda

Independent work:

• Complete any past due assignments

Activity #1

(We will review chapter 12 & 13 when I return tomorrow)

Review Ch. 12-13 & Best Question 

Small Group Discussion

Setting

Characters

Plot events

Questions - Best Questions (Whole Group)

Activity #2

Internal Vs. External Conflicts Practice

Directions:

• Use the name sticks to put students into random groups of 3
• Make sure students have notebooks open to their notes on Conflict
• Students should work with their partners to complete the Internal vs. external conflicts practice on google classroom.
• Make sure you hit the submit button

 

Review answers as a whole group when everyone is done.

When students finish they can work on any past due assignments for any of their classes.