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Friday 19th Agenda
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Language Arts: Entry task-SSR print outs signed...portfolio together for conferences??
Look at the author's words different styles.... "Out of the Dust" and ....TBA
2 paragraph essay finished? Laptop cart...
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Article posted November 19, 2009 at 10:12 PM GMT0 •
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November 18th
Article posted November 18, 2009 at 04:18 PM GMT0 •
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Social Studies: Entry Task: SSR and Signed Printouts
Finish Recipe- Yes, today it is due...
When you are done with your Master Chef Reviewers page, start researching this question: Why did a bunch of ill prepared, ill armed, non trained and arguing farmers take down the best armed and trained army in the world?
Yes, we are talking about the American Revolution and the Americans winning the war!
Remember Current Events are due this Friday!! Remember to connect them to the core values of Democracy-
-7 important facts-
- all facts highlighted in the article
-one paragraph explaining connection to the core values we’ve talked about, discussed, and taken notes about.
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Article posted November 18, 2009 at 04:18 PM GMT0 •
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November 17
Article posted November 17, 2009 at 04:49 PM GMT0 •
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Good Morning Fairhaven!
Language Arts: Entry task: SSR and turn in parent signed grades
Tomorrow is Student Led Conferences.. Are you ready? Is your portfolio up to date?
What skills are needed for your 2 paragraph essay?
Elaboration? Persuasive? Conventions? What do you need to reach and exceed standard?
Library….
Social Studies: Entry Task: You are working with a partner about the causes of the American Revolution. What were the really important causes.. Your recipe should show the most important by having more amounts from those BIG triggers… How to mix in the ingredients should reflect how the triggers happened- slowly poured? Marinate overnight?
Will you create an illustrated cookbook? A video- Rachael Ray-Yum-O? Julia Child: bon appétit",? What will your final, polished product look like.. Will it reflect the real reasons?
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Article posted November 17, 2009 at 04:49 PM GMT0 •
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Rubric
Article posted November 15, 2009 at 02:25 AM GMT0 •
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Awesome 5
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Good 4
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Okay 3
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Redo 2
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Writer makes no errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
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Writer makes 1-2 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
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Writer makes 3-4 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
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Writer makes more than 4 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content.
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Spelling and correct words used
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One aspect of your writing to improve
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Writer makes no errors in capitalization or punctuation (unless risky sentences), so the paper is exceptionally easy to read.
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Writer makes 1 or 2 capitalization or punctuation errors, but the paper is still easy to read.
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Writer makes a few errors in capitaliz-ation and/or punctua-tion that catch the reader's attention and interrupt the flow.
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Writer makes several errors in capitalization and/or punctuation that catch the reader's attention and greatly interrupt the flow.
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Capitalization
and
Punctuation
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Writer uses vivid words and phrases that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, and the choice and place-ment of the words seems accurate, natural and not forced.
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Writer uses vivid words and phrases that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, but occasionally the words are used inaccurately or seem overdone.
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Writer uses words that communicate clearly, but the writing lacks variety, punch or flair.
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Writer uses a limited vocabulary that does not communicate strongly or captures the reader's interest.
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Details
Description
Voice
Word Choice
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Each starts with topic sen-tences that contain main idea of one of the paragraphs. ¶ contains two to three explanatory sentences. Contains two to four sentences about specific and vivid details.
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One starts one topic sentence that contains the main idea of one of the paragraphs. Contains one to two explanatory sentences. Contains two to three sentences about details.
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Starts with a sentence that contains vague idea or details. Contains one to two sentences that describe. Contains one to two sentences about vague details.
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Starts with a fragment or run-on that contains vague idea or details. Contains one sentence that vaguely describe. Contains one sentence about vague details.
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Paragraph structure
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The paragraphs are held together by a well-written sentence that contains the idea of both paragraphs.
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The paragraphs are held together by a sentence that contains the idea of both paragraphs.
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The paragraphs are held together by a sentence that contains one idea of one of the paragraphs.
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The paragraphs are not held together by a sentence that contains the idea of both paragraphs.
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Transition
Sentence
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Article posted November 15, 2009 at 02:25 AM GMT0 •
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Article posted November 15, 2009 at 01:40 AM GMT0 •
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Your mission is to become seriously involved in writing about food, activity, person, or drink of your choice. You have to write two, yes, two well-written paragraphs, describing that irresistible food, activity or drink (or the attraction to the enticing and alluring food in detail).
Part 1
The Learning Targets for the 2 paragraphs are:
Paragraph structure – You know what I mean!
Topic sentence: 2- one for each paragraph
Supportive details or stories: at least 2 rich details per paragraph
Commentary sentences: your opinions!!: at least 2 per paragraph
Transitional sentence between paragraphs: 1 connecting the two P
Conclusion sentence @ the end of the second paragraph 1-2 sentence[s] at end
Also include the following:
Descriptive Language –
Details about the food or drink
Stories about the food or drink
Figurative Language –
Similes
Metaphors
Images
Conventions
Look at your yellow sheet- what mistakes have you made in the past that you can correct- dynamic, growing 8th graders
Have someone else read your paper out loud
Be warned, sometime descriptive sentences can turn to run-on
Part 2
You will also earn a grade for the writing process. When you turn in your final writing assignment, you will need to turn in all parts of the assignments. Below is a checklist, so you can check off each part and write the date you finish:
Brainstorming- Create an overabundance of ideas.
Organization – Carefully pick through all the ideas for your topic from your plethora of ideas. The describe it- sights, sounds, smells, taste associated with it, memories and imagination- popcorn in the microwave = parachutes of buttery flavor or a drive by shooting of your hunger….
Editing your organization- Do the ideas belong? Are there other ideas? Do they connect with your topic ideas?
Rough Draft- Inject or inoculate your ideas into two paragraphs. Use complete sentences without run-ons. Use the rubric to make sure you have it together.
Edit your writing Look for convention errors that you have made in the past. Look at your spelling: any words unfamiliar or a little strange? Have someone edit your writing by reading it out loud!
Final Draft Your writing should be written in ink or word processed in the best possible form. Handwriting should be very clear and readable.
Rubric You should rubric your work- highlight your areas.
Published Your paper should be handed in with all the pieces listed above, in an organized way. You can also create a “showcase” for your writing. You can ask Stockwell to publish your paragraphs on a class web page, create a creative frame, flip book, back of a cereal box, snack box, side of a slurpee cup
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Article posted November 15, 2009 at 01:40 AM GMT0 •
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November 12
Article posted November 11, 2009 at 12:06 AM GMT0 •
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Language Arts: Entry Task- What do you like?-list... What don't you like? list...
· Theme group...New Assignment- 2-two- yes two paragraphs... Focusing of the paragraph structure... and yes, detail and commentary sentences, adding a transition and whipping in some great language... create two views about something you love? hate? need? dislike...
· Finish all portfolio work...2 goals, table of contents, letter to parents,
· Please write a reflection, after looking at your portfolio… What are your strengths? What is your voice? Where do you want your writing to go in the next year?
· Thursday –wear green and white to welcome our Whatcom Friends
Social Studies: Entry Task- Final Preamble Day… seriously- have you tried?
· 10 minutes to finish Democratic core values…
· Chapter 8 read and fill out sheet
· Current events- Connect current event to Core Values- and present
· Recipe
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Article posted November 11, 2009 at 12:06 AM GMT0 •
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Agenda November 10
Article posted November 10, 2009 at 12:41 AM GMT0 •
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Assembly Schedule
Ms. Bacon is here to talk about Bullying-
Social Studies: Entry Task final Preamble
Talk over the Democratic Values
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Article posted November 10, 2009 at 12:41 AM GMT0 •
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Agenda Nov 9th
Article posted November 9, 2009 at 05:04 PM GMT0 •
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Missing work Printouts Monday- Your grades are your hands!- good or bad- What does the completion of your assignments tell about you? Are you independent, responsible... ready for 9th grade?
New seating charts!!
Language Arts- Entry task. Look at the author's writing- from The Kite Runner direct characterization - book points-
Library-
At Rubistar.4teachers.org/ Create rubric for your journal!- copy and paste into word
Take one of your favorite journals, finish the rough draft, edit, final and rubric it....
Work on completing a “Table of contents”- S drive>Greater Yellowstone>Stockwell>student led conference folder- this is for your student led conferences…
Check in: Tell Tale Heart!!- 8 questions, definitions, direct traits w/ support- Indirect traits with support and a theme with support?
Social Studies Entry Task. Preamblin’- “get it done”
Serious…
Democratic Values- working with partner to understand…
Current Events. Discussions…
Health Bill passed in Senate-
Pictionary?
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Article posted November 9, 2009 at 05:04 PM GMT0 •
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Friday November 6th
Article posted November 6, 2009 at 05:25 PM GMT0 •
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It is Midterm!!
I hope you have been responsible and have all your work turned in.
Today in Language Arts, I will be handing back and conferencing with all work.
Language Arts- Entry Task SSR- (while I hand back work!)
You have two main jobs:
1. Prepare your portfolio: a. 2 goals supported with evidence b. Letter to parents- sort of a script to lead your conference... c. Organize your portfolio- descriptive paragraph, writer's workshop, yellow highlighted, problem solution, filled out, all other papers to support your learning.
2. Finish class work: a. Direct and indirect character traits(with support and clarification) project. b. a journal taken to completion- rough draft, edited, final draft. We have the lap top cart and computers in the room
Social Studies Entry Task- Preamblin’ drill your neighbor!
Bring your little SS books to class.
Chapter 1 (by self)- fill out the most important ideas worksheet
Chapter 8 (with one other ) the most important ideas worksheet
Chapter 12 (with one other ) the most important ideas worksheet
Pictionary w/ Revolutionary words…
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Article posted November 6, 2009 at 05:25 PM GMT0 •
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Agenda for November 5th
Article posted November 5, 2009 at 12:20 AM GMT0 •
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Due to Yesterday’s excessive verbal pollution, (an obvious signal to Stockwell that your focus was socialization and not work), today is a silent work day….
Language Arts Entry Task- Write down on a scratch paper the list from the board – also Look at the example on the overhead projection device- character…
1.Tale Tell Heart 2. Conference Goals (2) 3. Letter to parents (guide to conference4.) Journal taken to final draft
This will be a silent work day in the Lab.
1st Job: a. Working on direct characterization traits, state a trait, harvest a quote supporting that trait, b. Working on indirect characterization traits, state a trait, harvest a quote from action or dialogue that supports that trait,
2nd Job: Write 2 conference goals, with steps to achieve and measurable evidence that they are appropriate. Please put them in your conference portfolio when done.
3rd Job: Letter to parents, Looking at the S Drive- Student Conference folder, create your own letter to follow- there is a template to adjust and make yours- This also is to be hole punched and put into the conference portfolio
4th Job: A journal, one of the 12 written.. Take it to a publishable state- meaning editor, final copy.. Create a rubric (rubricstar.com) and give to someone to grade- mom, dad, friend, movie star..)
Social Studies Entry Task: Get out your notes from yesterday and finish- 5 minutes…
Trade notes with one other person- Find and use a different color pencil or pen than they used-
Correct as a class…
Definitions- As a class practice 5.. then everyone will have one of four sheets. Define and draw, then we will have Pictionary…and define (challenges or drawing)
Recipe for Disaster: Look at all the problems..
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Article posted November 5, 2009 at 12:20 AM GMT0 •
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