Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your BOOK CLUB MATERIALS (novel, folder, Reader's Notebook).
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Historical Fiction Book Clubs (READING DAY 1) - Set up folders and discuss all resources/assignments. Begin reading your novel with a focus on Setting/Emotional Atmosphere. Record Book Club Reading Log, Setting, and Signposts. (Check Book Club Wiki for chapters read).
3. Homework:
-Finish Book Club DAY 1 Reading if not done in class. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Historical+Fiction+Book+Clubs
-Spelling #6 due next Wednesday, 3/4/15
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature - Logs due each Monday
Social Studies
1. Due today: ISN 110-111
2. In class: Finish Chapter 15 - Hinduism. Chapter 15 Processing on ISN 112. Short review video.
3. Homework:
-Finish ISN 112 if not done in class.
Friday, February 27, 2015
Thursday, February 26, 2015
Thursday, 2/26/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: R&E
2. In class: R&E Presentations
3. Homework:
-Spelling #6 due next Wednesday, 3/4/15
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature - Logs due each Monday
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Continue Chapter 15 - Hinduism. Mini Debate regarding which Hindu ideal was most influential to the people of ancient India.
3. Homework:
-ISN 110-111 due tomorrow (if you did not already finish)
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: R&E
2. In class: R&E Presentations
3. Homework:
-Spelling #6 due next Wednesday, 3/4/15
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature - Logs due each Monday
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Continue Chapter 15 - Hinduism. Mini Debate regarding which Hindu ideal was most influential to the people of ancient India.
3. Homework:
-ISN 110-111 due tomorrow (if you did not already finish)
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Wednesday, 2/25/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Historical Fiction Book Clubs Preparation - Discuss expectations, brainstorm team rules, meet with Book Club, create Book Club Group Constitution and Book Club name.
3. Homework:
-February R&E due tomorrow
-Spelling #6 due Wednesday, 3/4/15
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: none
2. In class: Continue Chapter 15 - Hinduism. Read as a class and discuss textbook sections 15.6-15.8. Complete ISN 15.6-15.8 and check answers as a class.
3. Homework:
-Finish ISN 15.6-15.8 if not done in class - due this Friday
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Historical Fiction Book Clubs Preparation - Discuss expectations, brainstorm team rules, meet with Book Club, create Book Club Group Constitution and Book Club name.
3. Homework:
-February R&E due tomorrow
-Spelling #6 due Wednesday, 3/4/15
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: none
2. In class: Continue Chapter 15 - Hinduism. Read as a class and discuss textbook sections 15.6-15.8. Complete ISN 15.6-15.8 and check answers as a class.
3. Homework:
-Finish ISN 15.6-15.8 if not done in class - due this Friday
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Tuesday, 2/24/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Reading Log
2. In class: Historical Fiction Book Clubs Preparation - Discuss expectations, brainstorm team rules, meet with Book Club, create Book Club Group Constitution and Book Club name.
3. Homework:
-February R&E due Thursday
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: Ch. 15 Key Content Terms
2. In class: Continue Chapter 15 - Hinduism. Read as a class and discuss textbook pages 162-163. Complete ISN 15.3-15-5 and check answers as a class.
3. Homework:
-none
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Reading Log
2. In class: Historical Fiction Book Clubs Preparation - Discuss expectations, brainstorm team rules, meet with Book Club, create Book Club Group Constitution and Book Club name.
3. Homework:
-February R&E due Thursday
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: Ch. 15 Key Content Terms
2. In class: Continue Chapter 15 - Hinduism. Read as a class and discuss textbook pages 162-163. Complete ISN 15.3-15-5 and check answers as a class.
3. Homework:
-none
Monday, February 23, 2015
Monday, 2/23/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Reading Log
2. In class: Brush up on our Personal Narrative skills by creating an engaging story about break. Complete in Writer's Notebook.
3. Homework:
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Begin Chapter 15 - Hinduism. Read as a class and discuss textbook pages 159-161. Complete ISN 107-108. Begin working on Key Content Terms
3. Homework:
-Chapter 15 Key Content Terms - Due tomorrow.
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Reading Log
2. In class: Brush up on our Personal Narrative skills by creating an engaging story about break. Complete in Writer's Notebook.
3. Homework:
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Begin Chapter 15 - Hinduism. Read as a class and discuss textbook pages 159-161. Complete ISN 107-108. Begin working on Key Content Terms
3. Homework:
-Chapter 15 Key Content Terms - Due tomorrow.
Friday, February 13, 2015
Friday, 2/13/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Final Literary Essay - Printed and Posted
2. In class: Mini Read-A-Thon! Work on your Reading Stamina.
3. Homework:
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature. Reading Log due Monday.
Social Studies
1. Due today: Chapter 13/14 Test Corrections due today.
2. In class: Mini Read-A-Thon! Work on your Reading Stamina.
3. Homework:
-None :)
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Final Literary Essay - Printed and Posted
2. In class: Mini Read-A-Thon! Work on your Reading Stamina.
3. Homework:
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature. Reading Log due Monday.
Social Studies
1. Due today: Chapter 13/14 Test Corrections due today.
2. In class: Mini Read-A-Thon! Work on your Reading Stamina.
3. Homework:
-None :)
Thursday, February 12, 2015
Thursday, 2/12/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: none
2. In class: Continue Grammar Lessons and Practice. Silent Reading. Finish Setting/Emotional Atmosphere Lesson from Tuesday.
3. Homework:
-DUE TOMORROW: Final Literary Essay - typed, printed, posted to Wiki. (Be sure to also complete the Author Revisions Checklist in your packet and grade yourself using the attached Rubric)
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: Chapter 13/14 ISN notes should be perfected by today.
2. In class: Chapter 13/14 Test Corrections - Correct all wrong answers and write 1-2 sentences for each explaining why this is the correct answer and why you made your mistake.
3. Homework:
-Test Corrections DUE TOMORROW
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: none
2. In class: Continue Grammar Lessons and Practice. Silent Reading. Finish Setting/Emotional Atmosphere Lesson from Tuesday.
3. Homework:
-DUE TOMORROW: Final Literary Essay - typed, printed, posted to Wiki. (Be sure to also complete the Author Revisions Checklist in your packet and grade yourself using the attached Rubric)
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: Chapter 13/14 ISN notes should be perfected by today.
2. In class: Chapter 13/14 Test Corrections - Correct all wrong answers and write 1-2 sentences for each explaining why this is the correct answer and why you made your mistake.
3. Homework:
-Test Corrections DUE TOMORROW
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Wednesday, 2/11/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: none
2. In class: Media Center Check-out. Continue Grammar Lessons and Practice.
3. Homework:
-DUE FRIDAY: Final Literary Essay - typed, printed, posted to Wiki. (Be sure to also complete the Author Revisions Checklist in your packet and grade yourself using the attached Rubric)
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: Chapter 13/14 ISN notes should be perfected by today.
2. In class: Chapter 13/14 Test - Open Note/Open ISN
3. Homework:
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: none
2. In class: Media Center Check-out. Continue Grammar Lessons and Practice.
3. Homework:
-DUE FRIDAY: Final Literary Essay - typed, printed, posted to Wiki. (Be sure to also complete the Author Revisions Checklist in your packet and grade yourself using the attached Rubric)
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: Chapter 13/14 ISN notes should be perfected by today.
2. In class: Chapter 13/14 Test - Open Note/Open ISN
3. Homework:
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
Tuesday, 2/10/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: none
2. In class: Book Club Preparation - Physical Setting versus Emotional Atmosphere.
3. Homework:
-DUE FRIDAY: Final Literary Essay - typed, printed, posted to Wiki. (Be sure to also complete the Author Revisions Checklist in your packet and grade yourself using the attached Rubric)
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Finish Chapter 14: Unlocking the Secrets of Mohenjodaro. Read together to discover the truth behind each of the artifacts we made predictions about last week. Record your notes in ISN 102-106. Discuss whether or not your predictions were accurate. NOTE: We also had a class discussion about ensuring that our ISN notes are our very best work. These will be very important, so class time was given to perfect them as needed.
3. Homework:
-Ensure that all Chapter 13/14 ISN notes are perfected - due tomorrow.
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: none
2. In class: Book Club Preparation - Physical Setting versus Emotional Atmosphere.
3. Homework:
-DUE FRIDAY: Final Literary Essay - typed, printed, posted to Wiki. (Be sure to also complete the Author Revisions Checklist in your packet and grade yourself using the attached Rubric)
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Finish Chapter 14: Unlocking the Secrets of Mohenjodaro. Read together to discover the truth behind each of the artifacts we made predictions about last week. Record your notes in ISN 102-106. Discuss whether or not your predictions were accurate. NOTE: We also had a class discussion about ensuring that our ISN notes are our very best work. These will be very important, so class time was given to perfect them as needed.
3. Homework:
-Ensure that all Chapter 13/14 ISN notes are perfected - due tomorrow.
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
Monday, February 9, 2015
Monday, 2/9/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Reading Log for 2/2/15-2/8/15
2. In class: Literary Essay Unit - Continue typing and revising in the computer lab. This was the last day for in-class typing work. All remaining Literary Essay revisions and typing should be done at home. If you need further one-on-one help with your Literary Essay, Ms. Leach is available during lunch this Wednesday.
3. Homework:
-DUE FRIDAY: Final Literary Essay - typed, printed, posted to Wiki. (Be sure to also complete the Author Revisions Checklist in your packet and grade yourself using the attached Rubric)
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Continue Chapter 14: Unlocking the Secrets of Mohenjodaro. Read together to discover the truth behind each of the artifacts we made predictions about last week. Record your notes in ISN 102-106. Discuss whether or not your predictions were accurate. We will continue this activity tomorrow.
3. Homework:
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Reading Log for 2/2/15-2/8/15
2. In class: Literary Essay Unit - Continue typing and revising in the computer lab. This was the last day for in-class typing work. All remaining Literary Essay revisions and typing should be done at home. If you need further one-on-one help with your Literary Essay, Ms. Leach is available during lunch this Wednesday.
3. Homework:
-DUE FRIDAY: Final Literary Essay - typed, printed, posted to Wiki. (Be sure to also complete the Author Revisions Checklist in your packet and grade yourself using the attached Rubric)
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Continue Chapter 14: Unlocking the Secrets of Mohenjodaro. Read together to discover the truth behind each of the artifacts we made predictions about last week. Record your notes in ISN 102-106. Discuss whether or not your predictions were accurate. We will continue this activity tomorrow.
3. Homework:
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
Friday, February 6, 2015
Friday, 2/6/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
-Today is an Early Dismissal for all BCS students. School will end at 3:00pm in order for BCS staff and families to attend Karen Fitzgerald's memorial service. For parents/guardians who cannot pick up their child at 3:00 PM and need child care from 3:00-4:10 p.m. (when bus transportation will run as normal), please fill out the information on the Early Dismissal form and return to the school office by Friday at 8:30 a.m. All students registered shall report to room 202 at 3:00 p.m. There is no cost for this early dismissal child care. Kids’ Club will run as scheduled from 4:10-6:00 p.m. for registered students. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact BCS CSO, Cindy Balicki, via email at cb15bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us or call 248-203-4448.
(The Early Dismissal Child Care Registration Form was sent home on Wednesday with your child, but can also be found at bsconline.info).
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Revised Rough Draft - ready to type :)
2. In class: Literary Essay Unit - Typing and revising in the Computer Lab. We will continue this on Monday.
3. Homework:
-DUE MONDAY: WEEKLY READING LOG WITH SIGNATURES
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Today was an altered schedule, so we did not have Social Studies. We will continue exploring Mohenjodero on Monday.
3. Homework:
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
-Today is an Early Dismissal for all BCS students. School will end at 3:00pm in order for BCS staff and families to attend Karen Fitzgerald's memorial service. For parents/guardians who cannot pick up their child at 3:00 PM and need child care from 3:00-4:10 p.m. (when bus transportation will run as normal), please fill out the information on the Early Dismissal form and return to the school office by Friday at 8:30 a.m. All students registered shall report to room 202 at 3:00 p.m. There is no cost for this early dismissal child care. Kids’ Club will run as scheduled from 4:10-6:00 p.m. for registered students. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact BCS CSO, Cindy Balicki, via email at cb15bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us or call 248-203-4448.
(The Early Dismissal Child Care Registration Form was sent home on Wednesday with your child, but can also be found at bsconline.info).
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: Revised Rough Draft - ready to type :)
2. In class: Literary Essay Unit - Typing and revising in the Computer Lab. We will continue this on Monday.
3. Homework:
-DUE MONDAY: WEEKLY READING LOG WITH SIGNATURES
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Today was an altered schedule, so we did not have Social Studies. We will continue exploring Mohenjodero on Monday.
3. Homework:
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
Thursday, February 5, 2015
Thursday, 2/5/15
Homeroom/Announcements
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
-Tomorrow (Friday, 2/6/15) is an Early Dismissal for all BCS students. School will end at 3:00pm in order for BCS staff and families to attend Karen Fitzgerald's memorial service. For parents/guardians who cannot pick up their child at 3:00 PM and need child care from 3:00-4:10 p.m. (when bus transportation will run as normal), please fill out the information on the Early Dismissal form and return to the school office by Friday at 8:30 a.m. All students registered shall report to room 202 at 3:00 p.m. There is no cost for this early dismissal child care. Kids’ Club will run as scheduled from 4:10-6:00 p.m. for registered students. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact BCS CSO, Cindy Balicki, via email at cb15bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us or call 248-203-4448.
(The Early Dismissal Child Care Registration Form was sent home on Wednesday with your child, but can also be found at bsconline.info).
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Literary Essay Unit - Transitional Phrases and Literary Language. Learn how to transform "boring" transitional phrases in to ones that truly help your essay flow. Spice things up with Literary Language, as well. Complete a Peer Revisions checklist for at least one classmate, spending no less than 20 minutes reading, revising, and commenting on their essay.
3. Homework:
-DUE TOMORROW: Revised Literary Essay (still in rough draft packet)
We will begin typing these tomorrow in class.
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: (Ch. 14 Key Content Terms were due yesterday)
2. In class: Continue Chapter 14: Unlocking the Secrets of Mohenjodaro. Complete numbers 1&2 for each artifact in ISN pages 102-106. You are making predictions for each artifact and answering the question, "What was this item used for in daily life?" The mysteries behind these artifacts will be revealed tomorrow!
3. Homework:
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
-Ms. Leach's email is: al10bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us
-Tomorrow (Friday, 2/6/15) is an Early Dismissal for all BCS students. School will end at 3:00pm in order for BCS staff and families to attend Karen Fitzgerald's memorial service. For parents/guardians who cannot pick up their child at 3:00 PM and need child care from 3:00-4:10 p.m. (when bus transportation will run as normal), please fill out the information on the Early Dismissal form and return to the school office by Friday at 8:30 a.m. All students registered shall report to room 202 at 3:00 p.m. There is no cost for this early dismissal child care. Kids’ Club will run as scheduled from 4:10-6:00 p.m. for registered students. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact BCS CSO, Cindy Balicki, via email at cb15bps@birmingham.k12.mi.us or call 248-203-4448.
(The Early Dismissal Child Care Registration Form was sent home on Wednesday with your child, but can also be found at bsconline.info).
Language Arts
Bring a "just right" silent reading book to class every day. Also bring your Reader's and Writer's Notebooks and an appropriate writing utensil to class every day.
1. Due today: None
2. In class: Literary Essay Unit - Transitional Phrases and Literary Language. Learn how to transform "boring" transitional phrases in to ones that truly help your essay flow. Spice things up with Literary Language, as well. Complete a Peer Revisions checklist for at least one classmate, spending no less than 20 minutes reading, revising, and commenting on their essay.
3. Homework:
-DUE TOMORROW: Revised Literary Essay (still in rough draft packet)
We will begin typing these tomorrow in class.
-Every night: Read 30 minutes and complete READING LOG with parent signature
Social Studies
1. Due today: (Ch. 14 Key Content Terms were due yesterday)
2. In class: Continue Chapter 14: Unlocking the Secrets of Mohenjodaro. Complete numbers 1&2 for each artifact in ISN pages 102-106. You are making predictions for each artifact and answering the question, "What was this item used for in daily life?" The mysteries behind these artifacts will be revealed tomorrow!
3. Homework:
-Current Events News Report Presentation due 1/21/15-2/12/15 - Check the Social Studies Wiki page for more information. http://fitz-brown14.wikis.birmingham.k12.mi.us/Social+Studies+Workshop
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