Day #145 - 5/6/16 - Unit 4: Research - Writing Body Paragraphs, Chapter 9, & Projects

Good Morning Rebels,

         Today is an E day so we will go to Music.  We will also begin writing the body paragraphs to our research essays.
          In Social Studies we will review what we learned about Roman Entertainment and Engineering. You will also be working on making your own set of guided notes about Roman geography. After you order your lunch and sharpen your pencils, please work on the Point to Ponder.

                                     Thank you

                                     Mr. Trumble

P2P: Enjoy an extra dose of Trivia! Use a whisper voice please!!!

Activity #1
Writing w/ Mrs. Isham
Small group: Writing Body Paragraphs to a Research Essay
9:00 - 9:30
12:30 - 1:00

Activity #2

Making Inferences
(We do)

9:30 - 10:00

1:00 - 1:30

There is a hair in my dirt

Key Questions:

• What misconceptions does Harriet have about nature?
• What inferences can you make about Harriet?
• What evidence from the text can you use to support your thinking? 
• What evidence can you use from your own background knowledge to support your thinking?

Activity #3

(You do)
10:00 - 10:30

1:30 - 2:00

Guided Reading, Independent Reading, Writing, or Research

• Guided Reading - Share research in small group to to get feedback for ways to improve on the information you are gathering
• Independent Reading - Work on Literature Circle for chapter 9
• Writing - Work on the Introduction/Body Paragraphs to your research essay
• Research - Gather information or work on Learning Fair Project

Homework: Finish Reading chapter 9 and complete your lit circle job (Due Monday 5/9)

Day #144 - 5/5/16 - Unit 4: Ch 8 - Quiz, Lit Circle Discussion, Guided Reading & Independent Reading

Good Morning Rebels,

         Today is a D day so we will go to Library and Technology.  We will also take a quiz on chapter 8 of Frightful's Mountain and participate in literature circle discussions. 
          In Social Studies you will read about Roman Entertainment and Engineering. After you order your lunch and sharpen your pencils, please work on the Point to Ponder.

                                     Thank you

                                     Mr. Trumble

P2P: 
1. What does John Wood do with Peregrine Falcons? 
2. How does he know there is something wrong with the Peregrines
3. What did the students do to help the Peregrines? 
4. What would you do to help them?

Activity #1
(You do)
9:00 - 9:30
12:30 - 1:00

Literature Circle Discussions

• What types of questions might I over hear as I check in with your groups?
• What kinds of language might I hear from the presenter as they share their lit circle job with the rest of the group?
• What is the purpose of engaging in lit circle discussions?

1. Make an Inference about the characters.
2. Make a Prediction about Frightful.

Block 1
Group 1                            Group 2

Abby B.                            Creed B. 

Grasea C.                         Olivia C.

Steven F.                          Anna F.

Mckenzie G.                    Dominic H.

Conner H.                        Tristan H. 

Michael K.                       Bryce K.

Group 3                            Group 4

Jeremiah L.                     Allison L.

Reid M.                            Robert M.

Lexie P.                            Savannah R. 

Alyssa S.                          Isaac T. 

Benjamin W.                   Landon Z.
Shane C.                          Liam D.

Block 2

Group 1                            Group 2

Carolyn B.                      Evelyn B. 

Ryan C.                          Gabrielle C.

Clarke F.                        Alexandra G.

Trevor J.                         Kaden K.

Jasmine M.                     Daimyan P. 

Rachel S.                         Wyatt S.

Group 3                            Group 4

Christian C.                     Aida C.

Bailey D.                           Diana D.

Isabelle H.                        Brayden H. 

Jesse K.                            Kylee M. 

Dominick R.                    Justin R.
Emily V.                           Tommy W.

Pick New Jobs & Assign New Reading

Activity #2

(You do)

9:30 - 10:00

1:00 - 1:30

Quiz on chapter 8

Activity #3

(We do)
10:00 - 10:30

1:30 - 2:00

Guided Reading, Independent Reading, Writing, or Research

• Guided Reading - Share research in small group to to get feedback for ways to improve on the information you are gathering
• Independent Reading - Work on Literature Circle 
• Writing - Work on the Introduction to your research essay
• Research - Gather information

Homework: Read chapter 9 and complete your lit circle job (Due Monday 5/9)

Day #143 - 5/4/16 - Unit 4: Research - Writing an Intro, Chapter 8, & Previewing Research Projects

Good Morning Sixth Graders,

          Welcome to another beautiful day here at APW. Today is a C day so we will go to Gym.  We will also work with Mrs. Isham to write introduction paragraphs to our research essays, and continue learning about ancient Rome.

Please...

• Order your lunch
• Sharpen your pencils
• Make sure you have all your materials

                                     Thank you

                                     Mr. Trumble

P2P: Make a sign telling people how they should treat nature. This could be about animals, trees, global warming, or any other topic that has to do with environmental issues.
Examples:
Be Kind, Hug a Tree                    Save our Earth, Plant a Tree
Use Alternative Energy                                Recycle!
JUST SAY NO TO HYRDROFRACKING!
Save the Peregrines                                 Don’t Pollute!
Ride your Bike instead of Driving your car or 4 wheeler

Activity #1
Writing w/ Mrs. Isham
Small group: Writing Introductions to a Research Essay
9:00 - 9:30
12:30 - 1:00

Activity #2

Research Projects
(We do)
9:30 - 10:00
1:00 - 1:30

Key Questions: 

• What are your options for research projects?
• What kind of project are you thinking about doing?

Directions:

• 1. Preview projects from last year.
• 2. Collect Learning Fair Permission Slips
• 3. Finish Environmental issue Signs
• 4. Take Pictures

Activity #3

Guided Reading/Independent Reading

(We do)

10:00 - 10:30

1:30 - 2:00

Directions: Today some of you will be reading chapter 8 independently, while some of you will read with me. You should work on your literature circle job as you read.

Key Questions: 

• What inferences can you make about Frightful?
• What inferences can you make about the story? Why do you think that way?

Block 1
Group 1                            Group 2

Abby B.                            Creed B. 

Grasea C.                         Olivia C.

Steven F.                          Anna F.

Mckenzie G.                    Dominic H.

Conner H.                        Tristan H. 

Michael K.                       Bryce K.

Group 3                            Group 4

Jeremiah L.                     Allison L.

Reid M.                            Robert M.

Lexie P.                            Savannah R. 

Alyssa S.                          Isaac T. 

Benjamin W.                   Landon Z.
Shane C.                          Liam D.

Block 2

Group 1                            Group 2

Carolyn B.                      Evelyn B. 

Ryan C.                          Gabrielle C.

Clarke F.                        Alexandra G.

Trevor J.                         Kaden K.

Jasmine M.                     Daimyan P. 

Rachel S.                         Wyatt S.

Group 3                            Group 4

Christian C.                     Aida C.

Bailey D.                           Diana D.

Isabelle H.                        Brayden H. 

Jesse K.                            Kylee M. 

Dominick R.                    Justin R.

Emily V.                           Tommy W.

Homework: Finish reading chapter 8 and complete your lit circle job (Due Tuesday 5/5)

Day #142 - 5/3/16 - Unit 4: Ch 7 - Quiz, Lit Circle Discussion, Guided Reading & Independent Reading

Good Morning Rebels,

         Today is a B day so we will go to Art.  We will also take a quiz on chapter 7 of Frightful's Mountain and participate in literature circle discussions. In Social Studies you will read about the rise of the Roman republic.

Please...

• Order your lunch
• Sharpen your pencils
• Make sure you have all your materials

                                     Thank you

                                     Mr. Trumble

P2P: 
1. Trivia Tuesday

Activity #1
(You do)
9:00 - 9:30
12:30 - 1:00
Quiz on chapter 7

 

Activity #2
(You do)
9:30 - 10:00
1:00 - 1:30
Literature Circle Discussions

• What types of questions might I over hear as I check in with your groups?
• What kinds of language might I hear from the presenter as they share their lit circle job with the rest of the group?
• What is the purpose of engaging in lit circle discussions?

Block 1
Group 1                            Group 2

Abby B.                            Creed B. 

Grasea C.                         Olivia C.

Steven F.                          Anna F.

Mckenzie G.                    Dominic H.

Conner H.                        Tristan H. 

Michael K.                       Bryce K.

Group 3                            Group 4

Jeremiah L.                     Allison L.

Reid M.                            Robert M.

Lexie P.                            Savannah R. 

Alyssa S.                          Isaac T. 

Benjamin W.                   Landon Z.
Shane C.                          Liam D.

Block 2

Group 1                            Group 2

Carolyn B.                      Evelyn B. 

Ryan C.                          Gabrielle C.

Clarke F.                        Alexandra G.

Trevor J.                         Kaden K.

Jasmine M.                     Daimyan P. 

Rachel S.                         Wyatt S.

Group 3                            Group 4

Christian C.                     Aida C.

Bailey D.                           Diana D.

Isabelle H.                        Brayden H. 

Jesse K.                            Kylee M. 

Dominick R.                    Justin R.
Emily V.                           Tommy W.

Pick New Jobs & Assign New Reading

Activity #3

(We do)
10:00 - 10:30

1:30 - 2:00

Guided Reading & Independent Reading

Guided Reading - Share research to get feedback

Independent Reading - Work on Literature Circle Work or Research

Homework: Read chapter 8 and complete your lit circle job (Due Thursday 5/5)

Day #141 - 5/2/16 - Unit 4: Research - Writing an Introduction, Chapter 7, & Previewing Research Essays

Good Morning Sixth Graders,

          Welcome back from vacation. I hope you all enjoyed your spring break. Today is an A day so we will go to Gym.  We will also work with Mrs. Isham on our research essay, and begin learning about the geography of ancient Rome.

Please...

• Order your lunch
• Sharpen your pencils
• Make sure you have all your materials

                                     Thank you

                                     Mr. Trumble

P2P: 
1. What did you do during your spring break? Write a short paragraph about what you did over vacation.

Activity #1
Writing an intro to a Research Essay

Key Questions:

• What inferences have you made about your research topic? Why?
• Look back at your thesis statement. How would you edit and revise it now that you are done with the research? 

I think nuclear energy is harmful.
To what...?
I think nuclear energy is harmful to the environment.

So what...?
I think nuclear energy is harmful to the environment so humans should develop alternative energy methods.
Like what...?

I think nuclear energy is harmful to the environment so humans should develop alternative energy methods, such as solar and wind energy.
Why?

I think nuclear energy is harmful to the environment, so humans should develop alternative energy methods such as solar and wind energy, which are environmentally friendly.

Activity #2
Preview Research Papers from last year

Directions:

• Work with a partner to read several of the research papers written by last years students. 
• Create a T-Chart in your Reading Notes section. 
• On the Left side record things you notice, and things you like about the essay. 
• On the right side record things you wonder about, and things you think could be improved. 

Activity #3

(We do)
10:00 - 10:30
1:30 - 2:00
Literature Circle Work
Directions: Today we will be reading aloud the first part of chapter 7. You may start working on your literature circle job as we Read aloud.

Key Questions: 

• What inferences can you make about Frightful?
• What inferences can you make about the story? Why do you think that way?

Block 1
Group 1                            Group 2

Abby B.                            Creed B. 

Grasea C.                         Olivia C.

Steven F.                          Anna F.

Mckenzie G.                    Dominic H.

Conner H.                        Tristan H. 

Michael K.                       Bryce K.

Group 3                            Group 4

Jeremiah L.                     Allison L.

Reid M.                            Robert M.

Lexie P.                            Savannah R. 

Alyssa S.                          Isaac T. 

Benjamin W.                   Landon Z.
Shane C.                          Liam D.

Block 2

Group 1                            Group 2

Carolyn B.                      Evelyn B. 

Ryan C.                          Gabrielle C.

Clarke F.                        Alexandra G.

Trevor J.                         Kaden K.

Jasmine M.                     Daimyan P. 

Rachel S.                         Wyatt S.

Group 3                            Group 4

Christian C.                     Aida C.

Bailey D.                           Diana D.

Isabelle H.                        Brayden H. 

Jesse K.                            Kylee M. 

Dominick R.                    Justin R.
Emily V.                           Tommy W.

Homework: Finish reading chapter 7 and complete your lit circle job (Due Tuesday 5/3)