Article posted December 7, 2011 at 04:46 PM GMT-6 • Reads 3718
Multiplication Facts
Article posted December 7, 2011 at 05:29 PM GMT-6 • Reads 329
Dear Students:
Please continue to study the multiplication facts. You will be quizzed again next week and the week after that. They are not going away, so you are better off learning them now. I am sure your math grade will appreciate it too. Get off the computer and get to work.
See you tomorrow. =)
Article posted December 7, 2011 at 05:29 PM GMT-6 • Reads 329
Winter Assembly
Article posted December 8, 2011 at 04:26 PM GMT-6 • Reads 322
Dear Parents:
Our Winter Assembly is on Wednesday, December 14, 2011. Students will be performing "Santa Claus Rock."
I am asking that students wear a Santa hat and black sunglasses (optional). I would also like for students to wear black, red, or white clothes. Dress clothes are preferred, but absolutely no logos (ex. North Pole or any other graphics). If your child does not have anything that meets the above description, they should come in their regular school uniform.
Thank you and hope to see you on Wednesday.
Article posted December 8, 2011 at 04:26 PM GMT-6 • Reads 322
Article posted December 9, 2011 at 10:04 AM GMT-6 • Reads 340
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SOPHIA! THANK YOU FOR THE YUMMY CUPCAKES AND JUICE.
Article posted December 9, 2011 at 01:26 PM GMT-6 • Reads 281
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Article posted January 1, 2009 at 01:00 AM GMT-6 • Reads 322
Article posted January 1, 2009 at 01:00 AM GMT-6 • Reads 322
BACK TO SCHOOL
Article posted December 9, 2011 at 03:28 PM GMT-6 • Reads 243
WINTER BREAK IS COMING TO AN END. I AM STILL IN SAN DIEGO, CA. I AM HOPING THERE WILL NOT BE ANY FLIGHT DELAYS. I HOPE EVERYONE HAD A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE BREAK. I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU SOON. REMEMBER MONDAY, JANUARY 9, 2012 IS THE DAY WE ALL RETURN TO SCHOOL.
Article posted December 13, 2011 at 05:48 PM GMT-6 • Reads 358
REMINDER
Article posted December 13, 2011 at 05:58 PM GMT-6 • Reads 307
Dear Parents and Students:
Our Winter Assembly is TOMORROW. Students will be performing "Santa Claus Rock."
I am asking that students wear a Santa hat and black sunglasses (optional). I would also like for students to wear black, red, or white clothes. Dress clothes are preferred, but absolutely no logos (ex. North Pole or any other graphics) and no jeans, please. If your child does not have anything that meets the above description, they should come in their regular school uniform.
Thank you and hope to see you tomorrow.
Article posted December 13, 2011 at 05:58 PM GMT-6 • Reads 307
GREAT JOB, ROOM 207! YOU ROCKED THE SCHOOL
Article posted December 14, 2011 at 11:59 AM GMT-6 • Reads 369
Today was our school's Winter Assembly and Room 207 did a spectacular job!! They rocked the school!
Article posted December 14, 2011 at 11:59 AM GMT-6 • Reads 369
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SPARKLES207
Article posted December 14, 2011 at 01:30 PM GMT-6 • Reads 1181
HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SPARKLES207! HAVE AN AWESOME DAY!
Article posted December 15, 2011 at 11:13 AM GMT-6 • Reads 433
Research Question #2
Article posted December 15, 2011 at 03:10 PM GMT-6 • Reads 355
How many bridges are along the Chicago River?
This question will expire on Tuesday at 5p.m.
Article posted December 15, 2011 at 03:10 PM GMT-6 • Reads 355
Research Question #3
Article posted December 15, 2011 at 03:15 PM GMT-6 • Reads 305
Why was the flow of the Chicago River reversed?
This question will expire on Tuesday, December 21st.
Article posted December 15, 2011 at 03:15 PM GMT-6 • Reads 305
QUOTE
Article posted December 16, 2011 at 10:42 AM GMT-6 • Reads 366
Article posted December 16, 2011 at 10:42 AM GMT-6 • Reads 366
Winter Intersession Homework
Article posted December 16, 2011 at 03:10 PM GMT-6 • Reads 315
Below is a list of all Winter Intersession homework assignments. Students wrote the assignments in their agendas on Friday before they left on break.
READING-
1. ISAT (red) Book, pgs. 33-90
2. Please take your child to the Chicago Public Library to select books that are appropriate for their reading level. All students know their Guided Reading Level (GRL).
3. Read for thirty (30)each day
4. Complete a "Reading Log" for each week (3 reading logs total) Three reading logs were given to students before they left.
MATHEMATICS-
1. ISAT (blue) Book, pgs. 22-29, 32-39, 40-53, and 56-65
2. STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO KNOW ALL THE MULTIPLICATION FACTS. THEY WILL BE TESTED UPON THEIR RETURN TO SCHOOL.
SOCIAL SCIENCE- CLASS BLOG
Students must research and answer at least two (2) research questions.
***CLASSES WILL RESUME ON MONDAY, JANUARY 9, 2012.***
I HOPE EVERYONE HAS A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE BREAK.
Article posted December 16, 2011 at 03:10 PM GMT-6 • Reads 315
Research question #1
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:15 PM GMT-6 • Reads 300
GREAT JOB, LAVAGIRL207, DAISY205, PRINCESS207, J.A.H.LEE205, BATMAN 207, AND RONALDOINHO207! YOU SUBMITTED THE CORRECT ANSWER TO RESEARCH QUESTION #1
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:15 PM GMT-6 • Reads 300
GREAT JOB- QUEST. #2
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:17 PM GMT-6 • Reads 793
GREAT JOB, LAVAGIRL207, PRINCESS207, ANGEL207, MARY207, BRITANY207, BUBBY207, AND RONALDOINHO207! YOU SUBMITTED THE CORRECT ANSWER TO RESEARCH QUESTION #2
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:20 PM GMT-6 • Reads 300
RESEARCH QUESTION #4
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:50 PM GMT-6 • Reads 301
WHO WAS THE OLDEST U.S. PRESIDENT?
This question will expire on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4TH.
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:50 PM GMT-6 • Reads 301
RESEARCH QUESTION #5
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:51 PM GMT-6 • Reads 288
WHICH PRESIDENT WAS THE YOUNGEST TO BECOME U.S. PRESIDENT?
This question will expire on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4TH.
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:51 PM GMT-6 • Reads 288
RESEARCH QUESTION #6
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:53 PM GMT-6 • Reads 333
MOUNT RUSHMORE HONORS FOUR (4) PAST PRESIDENTS. WHO ARE THE FOUR (4) PRESIDENTS?
This question will expire on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4TH.
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:53 PM GMT-6 • Reads 333
RESEARCH QUESTION #7
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:55 PM GMT-6 • Reads 300
CHICAGO'S DOWNTOWN AREA IS ALSO NICKNAMED __________.
AND FOR AN EXTRA POINT- WHY IS IT CALLED THAT?
This question will expire on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4TH.
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:55 PM GMT-6 • Reads 300
RESEARCH QUESTION #8
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:57 PM GMT-6 • Reads 290
NAME A FAMOUS PERSON WHO IS FROM CHICAGO. WHY IS THIS PERSON FAMOUS?
This question will expire on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4TH.
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 07:57 PM GMT-6 • Reads 290
RESEARCH QUESTION #9
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 08:03 PM GMT-6 • Reads 266
YOU KNOW THAT I AM SPENDING THE HOLIDAYS WITH MY FAMILY IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA. APPROXIMATELY HOW MANY MILES IS IT FROM CHICAGO TO SAN DIEGO?
This question will expire on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4TH.
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 08:03 PM GMT-6 • Reads 266
RESEARCH QUESTION #10
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 08:13 PM GMT-6 • Reads 383
TOMORROW, I WILL BE DRIVING TO MY AUNT'S HOUSE. SHE LIVES IN FRESNO, CALIFORNIA. HOW MANY MILES WILL I HAVE TO DRIVE FROM SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA TO FRESNO, CALIFORNIA?
WE WILL THEN DRIVE FROM FRESNO, CALIFORNIA TO SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA. HOW MANY MILES IS IT FROM FRESNO TO SAN FRANCISCO?
HOW MANY MILES WILL WE DRIVE IN TOTAL BY THE TIME WE GET BACK TO SAN DIEGO? (SAN DIEGO TO FRESNO, FRESNO TO SAN FRANCISCO, SAN FRANCISCO TO SAN DIEGO)
THESE QUESTIONS ARE WORTH A TOTAL OF 10 POINTS!
This question will expire on THURSDAY, JANUARY 5TH.
Article posted December 22, 2011 at 08:13 PM GMT-6 • Reads 383
AWESOME LAVAGIRL207!
Article posted December 23, 2011 at 03:23 PM GMT-6 • Reads 284
AWESOME, LAVAGIRL207! YOU SUBMITTED THE CORRECT ANSWER TO RESEARCH QUESTION #6, #7, AND #8! YOU ROCK!
Article posted December 25, 2011 at 02:17 PM GMT-6 • Reads 249
WELCOME BACK
Article posted January 10, 2012 at 06:11 PM GMT-6 • Reads 317
Article posted January 10, 2012 at 06:11 PM GMT-6 • Reads 317
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MS. OLIVARES!
Article posted January 11, 2012 at 10:06 AM GMT-6 • Reads 730
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MS. OLIVARES!
Article posted January 11, 2012 at 10:06 AM GMT-6 • Reads 730
RESEARCH QUESTION #11
Article posted January 11, 2012 at 10:20 AM GMT-6 • Reads 305
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL OF ILLINOIS?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL OF SAN DIEGO?
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA?
THIS QUESTION WILL EXPIRE ON JANUARY 20, 2012 AT 8AM.
Article posted January 11, 2012 at 10:20 AM GMT-6 • Reads 305
RESEARCH QUESTION #12
Article posted January 11, 2012 at 10:28 AM GMT-6 • Reads 326
WHAT IS THE CAPITAL OF CHINA?
WHAT CONTINENT IS CHINA ON?
WHAT OCEAN BORDERS CHINA?
THIS QUESTION WILL EXPIRE ON JANUARY 20, 2012 AT 8AM.
Article posted January 11, 2012 at 10:28 AM GMT-6 • Reads 326
YOUNG AUTHORS
Article posted January 11, 2012 at 01:22 PM GMT-6 • Reads 332
DEAR STUDENTS,
THE FIRST DRAFT OF YOUR YOUNG AUTHOR'S BOOK IS DUE ON FEBRUARY 1, 2012. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE. TURN IT IN AS SOON AS IT IS COMPLETED. THE SOONER WE REVIEW IT, THE SOONER YOU CAN FINALIZE YOUR BOOK.
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Article posted January 11, 2012 at 01:22 PM GMT-6 • Reads 332
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. MUHAMMAD!
Article posted January 12, 2012 at 02:11 PM GMT-6 • Reads 547
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. MUHAMMAD! WE HOPE YOU HAD A SPECTACULAR DAY AND MAY YOU HAVE MANY, MANY MORE!
Article posted January 12, 2012 at 02:11 PM GMT-6 • Reads 547
Research Question#13
Article posted January 13, 2012 at 08:22 PM GMT-6 • Reads 500
WHO IS MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR?
WHY DO WE CELEBRATE HIS BIRTHDAY?
HOW HAS HE IMPACTED YOUR LIFE?
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THIS QUESTION WILL EXPIRE ON MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2012.
Article posted January 13, 2012 at 08:22 PM GMT-6 • Reads 500
RAZ KIDS
Article posted January 13, 2012 at 11:40 PM GMT-6 • Reads 640
The teacher username for Raz Kids is: yeseniacarapia. Next week I will set up your passwords, which will consist of your ID number. Please let me know if you have any problems and include a phone number where I can reach you.
Happy Reading!
Article posted January 13, 2012 at 11:40 PM GMT-6 • Reads 640
Raz Kids / Destination M ath
Article posted January 17, 2012 at 09:49 PM GMT-6 • Reads 292
PLEASE USE RAZ KIDS AND/OR DESTINATION MATH ON A DAILY BASIS. YOU WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A CHART TO RECORD THE NUMBER OF MINUTES SPENT ON EACH SITE.PLEASE HAVE A PARENT SIGN YOUR LOG ON A DAILY BASIS. I WILL GIVE YOU MORE INFORMATION AND ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS WHEN I DISTRIBUTE THE LOGS BEFORE THE END OF THIS WEEK.
Article posted January 17, 2012 at 09:49 PM GMT-6 • Reads 292
TESTING THIS WEEK
Article posted January 17, 2012 at 10:16 PM GMT-6 • Reads 568
DEAR STUDENTS,
REMEMBER WE ARE SCRANTON TESTING THIS WEEK. PLEASE GET PLENTY OF REST AND ARRIVE TO SCHOOL ON TIME. DO YOUR BEST. YOU CAN DO IT!
Article posted January 17, 2012 at 10:16 PM GMT-6 • Reads 568
Great Job Today!
Article posted January 18, 2012 at 04:48 PM GMT-6 • Reads 591
HELLO! I JUST WANTED TO SAY GREAT JOB! YOU DID AN AWESOME JOB ON THE READING SCANTRON. I AM VERY PLEASED WITH THE PROGRESS YOU HAVE MADE. KEEP UP YOUR HARD WORK AND DEDICATION TO YOUR EDUCATION AND YOU WILL CONTINUE TO SEE PROGRESS.
Article posted January 18, 2012 at 04:48 PM GMT-6 • Reads 591
MATH SCANTRON
Article posted January 19, 2012 at 10:19 AM GMT-6 • Reads 289
REMINDER!
Tomorrow, Friday, you will be taking the Math Scantron. Please get to bed early, get plenty of rest, and arrive to school on time.
Article posted January 19, 2012 at 10:19 AM GMT-6 • Reads 289
Happy Friday!
Article posted January 20, 2012 at 02:47 PM GMT-6 • Reads 290
Happy Friday! Enjoy the weekend and the beautiful snow.
Article posted February 10, 2012 at 12:49 PM GMT-6 • Reads 279
NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY
Article posted February 10, 2012 at 12:57 PM GMT-6 • Reads 253
REMINDER! THERE WILL NOT BE CLASSES ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. LINCOLN.
Article posted February 10, 2012 at 12:57 PM GMT-6 • Reads 253
14 more school days until the ISAT.
Article posted February 10, 2012 at 01:38 PM GMT-6 • Reads 292
14 SCHOOL DAYS UNTIL THE ISAT.
Article posted February 10, 2012 at 01:38 PM GMT-6 • Reads 292
Women's History Month
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 03:41 PM GMT-6 • Reads 286
Which amendment gave women the right to vote? In what year were women given the right to vote?
In order to get credit, you must answer both questions.
100pts
or EC = 10pts
QUESTIONS WILL EXPIRE ON APRIL 12, 2012. YOU MUST COMPLETE AT LEAST THREE QUESTIONS BY THE DUE DATE. FAILING TO COMPLETE THREE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN A ZERO.
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 03:41 PM GMT-6 • Reads 286
Women's History Month #2
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 03:56 PM GMT-6 • Reads 340
What arguments were presented both for and against women's voting rights? In other words, why did some people not want women to have the right to vote, and why did others feel that women should have the right to vote?
To receive full credit, please respond to both questions.
120 points
EC= 12pts
QUESTIONS WILL EXPIRE ON APRIL 12, 2012. YOU MUST COMPLETE AT LEAST THREE QUESTIONS BY THE DUE DATE. FAILING TO COMPLETE THREE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN A ZERO.
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 03:56 PM GMT-6 • Reads 340
Women's History Month #3
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 03:59 PM GMT-6 • Reads 295
What does WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE mean?
50 points
EC= 5 points
QUESTIONS WILL EXPIRE ON APRIL 12, 2012. YOU MUST COMPLETE AT LEAST THREE QUESTIONS BY THE DUE DATE. FAILING TO COMPLETE THREE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN A ZERO.
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 03:59 PM GMT-6 • Reads 295
Women's History Month #4
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 04:19 PM GMT-6 • Reads 317
Can you think of any female role models that have had an impact on your life? If so, how have these women influenced you?
QUESTIONS WILL EXPIRE ON APRIL 12, 2012. YOU MUST COMPLETE AT LEAST THREE QUESTIONS BY THE DUE DATE. FAILING TO COMPLETE THREE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN A ZERO.
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 04:19 PM GMT-6 • Reads 317
Fact or Fable?
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 09:29 PM GMT-6 • Reads 358
Remember that a fable has two meanings. A fable can mean something that is not true, or it can be a particular type of story.
Fact or fable- Do cats really have nine lives? Use complete sentences when explaining your answer. Prove it.
100pts
EC= 10pts
QUESTIONS WILL EXPIRE ON APRIL 12, 2012. YOU MUST COMPLETE AT LEAST THREE QUESTIONS BY THE DUE DATE. FAILING TO COMPLETE THREE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN A ZERO.
Article posted March 19, 2012 at 09:29 PM GMT-6 • Reads 358
True or False
Article posted March 20, 2012 at 09:21 AM GMT-6 • Reads 308
True or False- The lungs are the largest organ in the human body. If false, please explain.
QUESTIONS WILL EXPIRE ON APRIL 12, 2012. YOU MUST COMPLETE AT LEAST THREE QUESTIONS BY THE DUE DATE. FAILING TO COMPLETE THREE QUESTIONS WILL RESULT IN A ZERO.
Article posted March 20, 2012 at 09:21 AM GMT-6 • Reads 308
SPRING BREAK
Article posted March 21, 2012 at 12:28 PM GMT-6 • Reads 1069
SPRING BREAK IS NEAR! SPRING BREAK BEGINS ON MARCH 24TH THROUGH APRIL 8TH. CLASSES WILL RESUME ON MONDAY, APRIL 9TH. I HOPE EVERYONE HAS A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE BREAK.
Article posted March 21, 2012 at 12:28 PM GMT-6 • Reads 1069
MORNING TUTORING
Article posted March 21, 2012 at 04:51 PM GMT-6 • Reads 289
REMINDER: MORNING MATH TUTORING WILL RESUME THIS WEEK.
Thursday 7:40am- 8:20am
and/or
Friday 7:40am- 8:20am
I will continue the math tutoring until the end of April. Please be on time. Remember that the school does not open until 8:00am, so if you are late you will not be able to get into the building. See you tomorrow.
Article posted March 21, 2012 at 04:51 PM GMT-6 • Reads 289
Happy Belated Birthday, Leon205!
Article posted March 21, 2012 at 05:25 PM GMT-6 • Reads 565
Happy Birthday, Leon205!
THANK YOU FOR THE DELICIOUS CUPCAKES!!
Article posted March 21, 2012 at 05:25 PM GMT-6 • Reads 565
Chicago Facts
Article posted March 22, 2012 at 01:52 PM GMT-6 • Reads 380
1. How many people live in Chicago?
2. How many miles of land does Chicago have?
3. How many miles of lakefront does Chicago have?
4. When was Chicago incorporated as a city?
5. How many theaters does Chicago have?
6. How many people visit Chicago annually (yearly)?
7. How many restaurant does Chicago have?
8. How many parades does Chicago have each year?
200 points
EC= 20pts
THIS QUESTION WILL EXPIRE ON APRIL 12TH. PLEASE BE SURE TO ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT.
Article posted March 22, 2012 at 01:52 PM GMT-6 • Reads 380
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ANGEL207 & DAISY205
Article posted April 17, 2012 at 11:36 AM GMT-6 • Reads 252
Article posted April 17, 2012 at 11:43 AM GMT-6 • Reads 356
Earth Day Research Questions
Article posted April 20, 2012 at 09:01 AM GMT-6 • Reads 362
1. When is Earth Day celebrated?
2 When was Earth Day founded?
3. Who founded Earth Day?
4. How much of our air pollution comes from motor vehicles, such as cars and trucks?
5. The average U.S. citizen produces how much waste each day?
6. List three (3) types of products that are recyclable.
7. What are the three "R's" to remember about waste management?
QUESTIONS WILL EXPIRE ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25, 2012. YOU MUST ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.
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BIOGRAPHY POEM
Article posted April 25, 2012 at 04:24 PM GMT-6 • Reads 761
Write an Instant Biography Poem
Directions: Choose a famous person (past or present, but preferably someone who has had a positive impact on society)and research that person. Use some of the facts from your notes and fill them into the form below to create an instant biography poem about your famous person.
Method:
Title (Name of famous person)
Born in...
Child of...
Lived in...
Studied...
Overcame...
Worked as...
Challenged by...
Personal traits...
Always...
Never...
Best known for...
Here is a sample poem:
Abraham Lincoln
Born in Kentucky
Child of Tom and Nancy Lincoln
Lived in a log cabin
Learned his lessons by candlelight
Overcame lack of formal education
Worked as a storekeeper, railsplitter, lawyer
Challenged by a fighting nation
Personal traits were honesty and determination
Always helped those who couldn’t help themselves
Never gave up on what he thought was right
Remembered as the 16th President of the United States
***TO EARN EXTRA POINTS, INCLUDE AN ILLUSTRATION OF THE FAMOUS PERSON. THIS IS WORTH UP TO 10 POINTS OR 5 POINTS FOR A PRINTED PICTURE.***
DUE ON MONDAY, MAY 7TH. YOU HAVE MORE THAN A WEEK TO COMPLETE THIS ASSIGNMENT. NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED, UNLESS ACCOMPANIED BY A DOCTER'S NOTE (PARENTS DO NOT COUNT).
Article posted April 25, 2012 at 04:24 PM GMT-6 • Reads 761
10-05-12 - EXTRA CREDIT - BIOGRAPHY POEM
Article posted October 5, 2012 at 04:50 PM GMT-6 • Reads 356
 EXTRA CREDIT - BIOGRAPHY
Write an Instant Biography
Poem Directions: Using the FAMOUS HISPANIC you did research on, incorporate some of the facts from your notes and fill them into the form below to create an instant biography poem about your famous person.
Please type, or write your poem on a sheet of loose leaf paper and submit it before the due date.
Do NOT submit your poem as a comment on this blog because it will not be accepted.
Method:
Title (Name of famous person)
Born in...
Child of...
Lived in...
Studied...
Overcame...
Worked as...
Challenged by...
Personal traits...
Always...
Never...
Best known for...
Here is a sample poem:
Abraham Lincoln
Born in Kentucky
Child of Tom and Nancy Lincoln
Lived in a log cabin
Learned his lessons by candlelight
Overcame lack of formal education
Worked as a storekeeper, railsplitter, lawyer
Challenged by a fighting nation
Personal traits were honesty and determination
Always helped those who couldn’t help themselves
Never gave up on what he thought was right
Remembered as the 16th President of the United States
***TO EARN EXTRA POINTS, INCLUDE AN ILLUSTRATION OF THE FAMOUS PERSON. THIS IS WORTH UP TO 10 POINTS OR 5 POINTS FOR A PRINTED PICTURE.
*** DUE ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 15TH. YOU HAVE MORE THAN A WEEK TO COMPLETE THIS ASSIGNMENT. LATE WORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Article posted October 5, 2012 at 04:50 PM GMT-6 • Reads 356
10-05-12 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MCAS204!!
Article posted October 5, 2012 at 05:06 PM GMT-6 • Reads 272
MCAS204, THANK YOU FOR THE YUMMY CUPCAKES! I HOPE YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL BIRTHDAY.
****EXTRA CREDIT-> 20 POINTS APPLIED TO HOMEWORK CATEGORY
COMPLETE HALLOWEEN AND DAY OF THE DEAD RESEARCH. THEN, COMPLETE A VENN DIAGRAM TO COMPARE AND CONTRAST THE TWO. PLEASE COMPLETE ON A SEPARATE PIECE OF PAPER AND SUBMIT BEFORE THE DUE DATE. INCLUDE A TITLE AND SOME VISUAL REPRESENTATIONS FOR EACH (ILLUSTRATIONS) AND COLOR.
THIS RESEARCH QUESTION WILL EXPIRE ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2012 AT 9:59PM.
Article posted October 9, 2012 at 05:17 PM GMT-6 • Reads 753
10-10-12 - Colonial Times Treasure Hunt
Article posted October 10, 2012 at 06:42 PM GMT-6 • Reads 527
Colonial Times Research Project – DUE MONDAY, OCTOBER 29,2012
Since, we are currently studying the Colonial Period in social science, I would like to provide you with an opportunity to gain a greater understanding of what it was like to live during this time period.
This treasure hunt will help you to extend your knowledge about colonial clothing, schools, games, houses, manners, medicine and much more! Discover how children lived back in the 18th century.
Here is what you need to do…
1.Answer the seventeen (17) Treasure Hunt Questions listed below using complete sentences and correct grammar. When conducting your research, be sure to use nonfiction / informational text; for example, you may NOT use the novel, Blood on the River, because it is a fictional book.
2.On a separate piece of paper and using the CONCLUSION / GUIDING QUESTIONS listed below, write or type a summary consisting of 10 – 15 sentences.
3.Work must be neat and written in complete sentences. A lack of proper grammar and punctuation will result in a lower grade.
4.All work must be handed in by Monday, October 29, 2012.
5.All work must be handed in. Please do NOT submit your work as a comment on this blog because it will not be accepted.
6. As usual, you may utilize Word processing or PowePoint to complete this project.
6.REMEMBER…I EXPECT YOUR ABSOLUTE BEST WORK!
Colonial Times Treasure Hunt Questions
List the original thirteen colonies. Include a map of the original 13 colonies.
During what years did the Colonial Period take place?
Why did colonists come to America?
What kind of food did colonial people eat?
Name two table manners that colonial people followed.
Did most people buy or make their clothes? Include illustration of common colonial clothing for boys and girls.
List three games colonial children played.
Where did colonial children get their toys?
Describe a colonial house. Include an illustration of a colonial house.
How did colonial people travel? Include an illustration of the various methods of transportation they used.
What laws did people have to obey? What happened to people who broke the laws? Provide at least three (3) examples.
Could everyone vote in colonial days?
Did children have chores? If so, did boys and girls have the same chores? Give at least 5 different examples.
Who learned more – boys or girls? Explain.
Describe a colonial school house.
What happened if you didn’t behave in school?
What was a hornbook?
Describe the difference between the colonial primer and your school books.
What happened if you were sick in colonial times?
Was religion important in colonial times? How do you know?
Name and describe 3 colonial jobs.
What is an apprentice?
CONLCUSION / GUIDING QUESTIONS-
1.Was life easier or more difficult during the 18th century? Give at least five (5) examples to support your answer.
2.Were boys and girls treated equally? Why or why not?
3.Would you have liked to live during this period? Explain.
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions, please send me a comment. You may also email me at yrcarapia@cps.edu
Article posted October 10, 2012 at 06:42 PM GMT-6 • Reads 527
10-10-12 - EXTRA CREDIT- SCHOOL BOOK OF GOOD MANNERS
Article posted October 10, 2012 at 09:30 PM GMT-6 • Reads 399
EXTRA CREDIT PROJECT – THE SCHOOL BOOK OF GOOD MANNERS DUE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16,2012
During the colonial period, children had a book of manners that they had to study. This book made children aware of acceptable and unacceptable behavior.
Here is what you need to do…
It is your job to create a School Book of Good Manners or you can call it the School Book of Etiquette. The book should focus on behaviors and attitudes that pertain to the school environment. You should review and consider the PBIS expectations when deciding which manners to include in your book.
2.Brainstorm a list of good school manners and select 10 – 20 to include in your booklet.
THE SCHOOL BOOK OF GOOD MANNERS RUBRIC
5 points= contains a title page
5 points= contains an introduction
25 points= consists of 10 – 20 manners
2 points= proper grammar and punctuation
3 points= uses complete sentences
5 points= includes illustrations / colored
5 points= is neat and it evident that student put forth effort
TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS= 50
3.The introduction page is a short summary that explains why you created the book. For example, why are good manners important and why did you choose to include the manners that you selected.
4.Whenever possible, please include illustrations that compliment each manner.
5.You may choose to create your booklet using Word processing or PowerPoint.
6.Work must be neat and written in complete sentences. A lack of proper grammar and punctuation will result in a lower grade.
7.All work must be handed in by Tuesday, October 16, 2012.
8.All work must be handed in. Please do NOT submit your work as a comment on this blog because it will not be accepted.
9.REMEMBER…I EXPECT YOUR ABSOLUTE BEST WORK!
QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions, please send me a comment. You may also email me at yrcarapia@cps.edu
Article posted October 10, 2012 at 09:30 PM GMT-6 • Reads 399
Blood on the River Vocabulary Words, Chapter 21-27
Article posted October 15, 2012 at 03:57 PM GMT-6 • Reads 536
Blood on the River Vocabulary Words, Chapter 21-27
1.beautifully
2.strutting
3.elder
4.erupt
5.shrieking
6.immediately
7.investors
8.beau
9.fuming
10.smugly
11.mantle
12.bodice
13.seizes
14.jittery
15.impish
16.moccasins
17.mesmerized
18.communal
19.glowing
20.abdomen
21.oozing
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1.presence
2.bruised
3.offend
4.vaguely
5.convenience
6.approve
Word Work Activities should be completed every Monday through Thursday for homework.
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Have a great vacation
Article posted October 19, 2012 at 08:16 PM GMT-6 • Reads 371
I hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable vacation.  Classes will resume on Monday, October 29th. See you soon.
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WORD LIST - WEEK OF OCTOBER 29
Article posted October 29, 2012 at 05:40 PM GMT-6 • Reads 290
Week of 10-29-12
Sight words, suffix -ant,and academic vocabulary
Wilma Unlimited
Vocabulary
Digging Up the Past
Vocabulary
1. possible
2. quiet
3. natural
4. stone
5. build
6. middle
7. assistant
8. brilliant
9. compliant
10. extravagant
11. ignorant
12. artifact
13. migration
14. nomad
15. adapt
16. agriculture
17. rounding
18. astounding
19. athletic
20. bushel
21. concentrating
22. luxury
23. scholarship
24. arrowheads
25. bullet
26. eventually
27. fraction
28. starvation
29. violent
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11-01-12 PERFORMANCE TASK DIRECTIONS – DUE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2012
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11-01-12 PERFORMANCE TASK DIRECTIONS – DUE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2012
This is part of the Performance Task Exam for our reading unit. Remember you completed a portion of Part 1 (Reading) and all of Part 2 (Writing) in class. Now you will need to complete the second portion of Part 1 at home.
Here is what you need to do…
1.You will use your completed graphic organizer to create a VISUAL REPRESENTATION showing your comparison of the nonfiction article, “John Smith” and the novel, Blood on the River. Remember that the genre of Blood on the River is HISTORICAL FICTION.
2.You may create a poster, or use Microsoft Word to create a booklet, or a PowerPoint slideshow.
3.You should be prepared to present your project to the class. Please create cue cards and practice your presentation at least three (3) times.
4.PROJECT DUE DATE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Rubric Checklist
1.Student identifies at least two (2) similar and (2) contrasting points between the nonfiction and fiction text.
2.Student focuses on the MAIN IDEAS of the two texts being compared.
3.Student supports his/ her answer with several pieces of text evidence.
Here are some ideas to help you create your project…
1.Include a title or title page
2.Include a definition to summarize what historical fiction and nonfiction is, and provide a few examples.
3.Include at least one (1) picture of John Smith and any additional pictures that will compliment your project.
4.Describe two (2) similarities you found among the two texts. Provide text evidence to support your answer.
5.Describe two (2) differences between the two texts. Provide text evidence to support your answer.
6.Include a conclusion, for example: summarize what you learned.
GRADES
This project will consist of five (5) grades
1.Speaking Grade(presentation)
2.Social Science Grade(project)
3.Research Grade
4.Reading Grade
5.Writing Grade
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11-02-12 POINT OF VIEW PRACTICE
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POINT OF VIEW PRACTICE
We will review point of view on Monday. You will then take a test on Wednesday, so this is a great opportunity to practice before the test and to earn extra points. To earn credit, please print your results and submit before the test is given.
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11-05-12 SPELLING/VOCABULARY WORDS
Article posted November 5, 2012 at 03:20 PM GMT-6 • Reads 348
11-05-12 SPELLING/VOCABULARY WORDS
Sight words, suffix -ent,
and academic vocabulary
1. speed
2. count
3. consonant
4. someone
5. sail
6. rolled
7. bear
8. wonder
9. smiled
10. angle
11. absent
12. decadent
13. excellent
14. frequent
15. impatient
16. cell
17. cytoplasm
18. organelle
19. diffusion
20. osmosis
21. respiration
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11-08-12 RESEARCH QUESTIONS
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11-08-12 RESEARCH QUESTIONS
DUE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2012 BEFORE 8AM
1. WHAT IS THE ELECTORAL COLLEGE?
2. HOW MANY ELECTORAL VOTES DOES A PRESIDENTIAL CANIDATE NEED TO WIN THE ELECTION?
3. WHO WON THE 2012 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION?
4. HOW MANY ELECTORAL VOTES DID HE GET?
ANSWER EACH QUESTION WITH COMPLETE SENTENCES AND PROPER GRAMMAR.
LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
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Article posted November 13, 2012 at 11:55 AM GMT-6 • Reads 317
WEEK OF NOVEMBER 13, 2012
SPELLING / VOCABULARY WORDS
Sight words, suffix -able,
and academic vocabulary
1. fraction
2. Africa
3. killed
4. melody
5. bottom
6. trip
7. hole
8. poor
9. let’s
10. fight
11. desirable
12. excitable
13. lovable
14. notable
15. tolerable
16. religion
17. tradition
18. ceremony
19. custom
20. folklore
21. organ
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22. hull
23. ominous
24. shoreline
25. spire
26. timbers
27. treacherous
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11-19-12 ROOM 204 HOMEWORK
Article posted November 19, 2012 at 05:09 PM GMT-6 • Reads 358
Room 204 ONLY - Homework Assignment - DUE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2012
Create Math Cornell Notes for the following vocabulary Words. You must include examples and illustrations when appropriate.
Lesson 31 – Pairs of Lines and Angles
1. Acute angle
2. Angle
3. Intersect
4. Intersecting lines
5. Oblique
6. Obtuse angle
7. Parallel lines
8. Perpendicular
9. Right angle
10. Straight angle
Lesson 32 – Polygons
1. Congruent
2. Hexagon
3. Octagon
4. Pentagon
5. Plane
6. Polygon
7. Quadrilateral
8. Side
9. Similar
10. Triangle
11. Vertex
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11-20-12 Room 204 ONLY - Homework Assignment
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Room 204 ONLY - Homework Assignment - DUE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2012
Create Cornell Notes for the following vocabulary Words and the Tornadoes article. You must include examples and illustrations when appropriate. You must include at least 10 entries.
1. destruction
2. detect
3. predictions
4. reliable
5. severe
6. stadium
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11-20-12 Blog Research Questions DUE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2012 BEFORE 8:00AM
Article posted November 20, 2012 at 03:59 PM GMT-6 • Reads 387
You may submit your answers directly through this blog (click on comment), or write or type the questions and your answers, or you may use the Cornell Notes format.
1. Why were American Indians forced to leave their homelands?
2. Why were American Indians treated so badly?
3. What is an Indian Reservation?
4. Why are Native American Indians called Indians while there are Indians in Asia?
5. What did American Indians invent that we still use today?
REMEMBER THAT LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU HAVE PLENTY OF TIME TO COMPLETE YOUR WORK. I EXPECT YOUR BEST WORK.
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Rooms 202 & 204 Research Questions
Article posted January 29, 2013 at 06:28 PM GMT-6 • Reads 327
Rooms 202 & 204 Research Questions -
Research Project 1- DUE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2013
1. What is bullying?
2. Describe what a bully looks like (boy/girl)?
3. Why do they behave in this manner?
4. Give several examples of bullying. You may include illustrations.
5. What can you do to stop bullying?
6. Be sure to research each question, include quotes and text references, and cite your work.
7. Your work must be submitted by the due date, and be hand written or typed. Please do not submit your work through the class blog.
How NOT to Be a Bully - Research Project 2- DUE THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2013
1. Create a booklet or write a 5 paragraph informational article describing how NOT to be a bully.
2. Include heading and illustrations when appropriate.
3. Use quotes and text references to support your work.
4. Use correct spelling and grammar
5. I expect your BEST work. Late assignments will NOT be accepted.
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ROOM 202 & 204 OPINION PAPER- Who Should Pay for Kids’ Extracurricular Activities?
Article posted February 20, 2013 at 03:07 PM GMT-6 • Reads 490
ROOM 204 ONLY--DUE DATE CHANGED TO WEDNESDAY, FEB. 27TH
DUE DATE: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2013
REMINDER: ROOM 204- OUTLINE DUE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2013
Persuasive/ Opinion PaperÂ
Who Should Pay for Kids’ Extracurricular Activities?
RUBRIC
Proper Heading/ Title  5
Focus  30
Organization 20
Grammar/ Spelling 10
Research/ Evidence  25
Transition/ Linking Words  10
TOTALÂ Â 100
1. Read this issue’s Debate of the Week, then use reliable print and online sources to gather additional facts about having students pay to participate in school sports and other extracurricular activities. Use that information to form your opinion about the topic and write a 5-6 paragraph opinion essay.
2. Introduce your topic and state your opinion
3. Provide three facts that support your opinion. Be sure to use linking words or phrases, such as for example, also, firstly, futhermore, specifically, consequently, and in addition, to connect your facts.
4. End with a statement that restates your opinion using different words and makes a suggestion for how to resolve the issue.
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ROOM 204 THEME Assignment - DUE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2013
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DUE DATE CHANGED TO TUESDAY, FEB. 26. 2013
TOPIC: THEME
1. Click on the link below to access slides.
2. Review slides 2-7
3. Create Cornell Notes in your reading notebook.
4. Be prepared to share what you have learned. 5. Refer to the Cornell Notes Rubric.
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ISAT TIPS - 4 MORE DAYS
Article posted February 28, 2013 at 02:02 PM GMT-6 • Reads 476
ISAT Tips for Students and How Parents Can Help
Tips for Students
üGet a good night's sleep the night before the test.
üEat a light breakfast (example: oatmeal, fruit and milk). This will help you be at your best for the exam.
üRead each question carefully before selecting your answer.
üIf you don't know the answer, use the process of elimination, and revisit it at the end if you have time.DO NOT LEAVE QUESTIONS BLANK.
üUse a pencil and scrap paper to work out math problems. Don't try to do them in your head.
üDon't second guess yourself! You probably know more than you give yourself credit for.
üRelax! If you find yourself getting uptight, take a few deep breaths and exhale slowly through your mouth.
üMost importantly, just do your best!
How Parents Can Help
üRegular attendance, being on time, good nutrition, and adequate rest are essential components for your student's successful academic performance.
üEnsure that your student eats a healthy breakfast. Avoid heavy foods that may make the child groggy and high sugar foods that may make the student hyper.
üAdd test dates to your home calendar; schedule appointments on non-testing days.
üTalk to your child positively about testing. Explain that tests are how teachers, schools, and districts measure how well they are teaching and how well students are learning. The results are used to improve education.
üProvide a quiet, well- lit, comfortable place for studying at home.
üBecome involved in your student’s education by maintaining regular contact with teachers, monitoring homework and providing books and magazines for your student to read at home.
üDon't place too much emphasis on test scores. Too much pressure can result in "test anxiety", a fearful condition where a student worries excessively about a test, losing confidence in their abilities and becoming very self-critical.
üEncourage your child. Students who feel good about themselves will do better on tests than students who are afraid of failure.
üAvoid disagreements and arguments the night before testing and the morning of the test.
Click on the link below and Check out this PowerPoint for additional tips, but ignore slide 5 (skip harder problems and go back to them later).DO NOT SKIP PROBLEMS!Students tend to forget or overlook these problems, so it is best to use the process of elimination and make your best guess.Then, if you have time, go back to those problems when you finish the test.
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MARCH BIRTHDAYS!
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MARCH BIRTHDAYS! Â
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CAT (13th)Â AND JABOR (4th)!!
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ESCAPING THE GIANT WAVE- VOCABULARY- CHAPTERS 1-2
Article posted March 12, 2013 at 02:06 PM GMT-6 • Reads 1458
Escaping the Giant Wave
1.Create Cornell Notes with a proper heading
2.Include an illustration, definition, sentence, synonym (provided), antonym, part of speech and pronunciation key for each word.
DUE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13th
Vocabulary words Chapter 1:
P. 2- mischief: trouble, misbehavior
p. 4- devious: deceitful, scheming
p. 4- compromise: agreement, give-and-take
p. 5- petrified: frightened, horrified
p. 18- frugality: stinginess, penny-pinching
DUE THURSDAY, MARCH 14th
Vocabulary words Chapter 2:
p. 17- nonchalant: casual, cool
p. 21- revolting: disgusting
p. 21- maimed: mutilated, injured
p. 24- obnoxious: annoying, dislikable
DUE FRIDAY, MARCH 15th
Vocabulary words Chapter 3:
p. 28 anemones: small/tiny animals
p. 29 tsunami: tidal wave caused by an earthquake
DUE TUESDAY, MARCH 19th
Vocabulary words Chapter 4:
p. 45 quivered: trembled
p. 49 silhouetted: outlined
DUE WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20th
Vocabulary words Chapter 5:
p. 55 clamor: loud noise
p. 61 contradict: disagree
DUE THURSDAY, MARCH 21ST
Vocabulary words Chapter 6:
p.64 premises: location
DUE TUESDAY, APRIL 2ND
Vocabulary words Chapter 7:
p. 73 trudged: tramped, marched
p. 81 capsized: turned over
DUE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3RD
Vocabulary words Chapter 8:
p. 82 quartet: group of four musicians
p. 86 foolhardy: reckless, foolish
DUE THURSDAY, APRIL 4RD
Vocabulary words Chapter 9:
p. 100 guffawed: laughable
p. 108 inlet: bay or cove
DUE TUESDAY, APRIL 9TH
Vocabulary words Chapter 10:
p. 111 giddy: excited
p. 118 haphazardly: randomly
DUE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1OTH
Vocabulary words Chapter 11:
p. 128 fretted: worried
p. 130 optimistic: hopeful
DUE THURSDAY, APRIL 11TH
Vocabulary words Chapter 12.
p. 135 droned: murmured
p. 140 gaped: stared
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TSUNAMI RESEARCH
Article posted March 12, 2013 at 03:07 PM GMT-6 • Reads 750
Research Questions- TOPIC: Tsunamis
Due Date: Thurday, March 21, 2013 I will share the rubric with you next class period.Be PREPARED to PRESENT your research to your classmates.Create a PowerPoint or booklet utilizing a word processing program, such as Microsoft Word.
Research Questions:
1. What is a tsunami?
2. How is a tsunami generated?
3. How far can a tsunami travel?
4. How big can a tsunami get?
5. Why is a tsunami sometimes referred to as a tidal wave?
6. What is a mega-tsunami?
7. Are there any mega-tsunamis that have happened in recent history? If so, describe.
8. How big can a mega-tsunami get?
9. When do Tsunamis occur?
10. Where are tsunamis most likely to occur in the United States?
11. How are earthquakes and tsunamis alike? How are they different?
12. What should people do to prepare for a tsunami?
13. What should people do in the case of a tsunami?
14. What impact can tsunamis have on people and society?
15. Look on the National Geographic website: What is the "Ring of Fire"?
Escaping the Giant Wave
Another source for information is in the book itself. In the Author’s Notes, Peg Kehret gives factual information she gathered while writing this book.
16. Where did she get her idea of using cows mooing as a tsunami warning instead of a siren?
17. Why don’t towns like to use sirens as a warning signal for tsunamis?
18. On page 29 of Escaping the Giant Wave, the Davidsons saw a warning sign for tsunamis, while they walked on the beach. Can tsunamis really happen in Oregon? If so, how often does this state experience a tsunami?
19. On page 31 of Escaping as Giant Wave, directions were given for escaping a tsunami. Check out these directions on the FEMA for kids website under things to know. Was the information the author provided fact or fiction? Explain.
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202 & 204 Extra Credit
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Extra Credit- Utilizing Technology - Due Friday, April 5, 2013
1.First, Open the Google@CPS link and log on to your account using your school username and password.
2.Click on compose to create an email.
3.Type my email address in the “to” box
4.In the subject box, type the following: Social Science Extra Credit.
5.In the section below, Type your name using:
a. Font: Comic Sans MS
b.Size: HUGE
c.Color: Blue
6. Type your date of birth using:
a.Font: Verdana
b.Size: Large
c.Underlined
d. Color: Green
7.Lastly, type your place of Birth using:
a.Font: Georgia
b.Size: Normal
c.Bold
d. Color: Red
e.Insert an emoticon
Example:
Yesenia Carapia
June 13, 2000
San Diego, California
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April Birthdays!
Article posted April 4, 2013 at 11:46 AM GMT-6 • Reads 924
Happy birthday to you, XoVela and RicMart!
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CAREER RESEARCH PROJECT
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EXTRA CREDIT (since I promised) This PROJECT is not due until the date listed below, but in order to earn some extra points, complete the following by Thursday, April 11, 2013;
1. Begin your project by Creating a presentation in GOOGLE DRIVE (GOOGLE@CPS)
2. You only need to complete the COVER PAGE and the INTRODUCTION to receive the extra credit points (see below).
3. Lastly, you need to click on the "SHARE" button and add me. Change the setting to "CAN COMMENT" and I will send you a comment. You must then respond to my comment.
Career Research Presentation
DUE THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2013
Directions: Students are to create a presentation, utilizing GOOGLE DOCS or PowerPoint, of a possible career in any field. Each presentation will be graded on the accompanying rubric and based on the following criteria:
1.Create a presentation utilizing GOOGLE DOCS or PowerPoint.
2.Include a COVER PAGE which contains the occupation researched, your name, room number, and a picture or graphic related to the occupation.
3.Length: At least eight (8) frames, including the cover page and bibliography.
4.Sources: You must use at least three sources that must be listed in a bibliography.
5.Refer to Google@Cps Drive for more information.
Objectives:Complete the following objectives.
Introduction:
a. What is the name of your chosen career?
b. Why did you choose this career?
c. Add a picture or graphic related to the career.
Objectives #1- WORKING CONDITIONS: Explain in detail the working conditions of this occupation by answering the following questions;
a.What are the working conditions?
b.Is the work done mainly indoors or out?
c.Are there any hazards to this occupation?
d.What are the future prospects for this occupation? (Are there and will there be many job openings?)
e.What characteristics of the working conditions and surrounding make the occupation pleasant or not so pleasant?
f. What kind of working relationship will the worker be involved in on the job (working alone, working in groups, etc.)?
g.Add a picture or graphic related to the objectives.
Objectives #2- EDUCATION/TRAINING: Explain in detail the education, training or special skills that are needed for this occupation by answering the following questions;
a.What education is needed for entry into this career?
b.Where could you get the needed education?
c. Is apprenticeship or trade school necessary? What kind and how long?
d.What colleges or universities are available in Chicago that might provide training for this career?
e.Would you rather go to school in another state? If so, where and why?
f.Add a picture or graphic related to the objectives.
Objectives #3- WORK RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES: Explain in detail what the employee does for this occupation by answering the following question;
a.What are some of the most significant responsibilities/duties that the employee does during the workday?
b.Anything else that needs mentioning?
c.Add a picture or graphic related to the objectives.
Objectives #4- SALARY: Explain in detail what the salary range is for this occupation by answering the following question. (Explain the business.)
a.What is the entry-level salary, what is the top salary?
b.How much money would you earn every 2 weeks? Every month?
c.Are there any benefits such as medical benefits, pension, a company car, paid vacation, etc.?
d.Add a picture or graphic related to the objectives.
Conclusion:
a.Sum up your report by explaining the career and what you have learned from your research.
b.Explain one interesting fact you have learned from doing your research.
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ESCAPING THE GIANT WAVE FINAL PROJECT
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Escaping the Giant Wave- Final Project
Due Date: Friday, April 30, 2013
1.Utilizing GOOGLE@CPS, create a presentation that summarizes Escaping the Giant Wave.
2.You have the option of working with a partner. If you decide to work with a partner, someone needs to create the presentation and share it with the other person. You also need to share the presentation with me.
3.Please remember to choose a date to present and schedule it on the calendar before the due date.
4.Late presentation will not be accepted.
5.You need to include at least 9 slides, plus a cover page.
6.Remember, summaries should only include the important events.
7.You may add any additional information and/or pictures/ graphics that you believe will enhance your presentation.
SAMPLE OUTLINE
Slide 1- COVER PAGE
a.Include book title
b. your name, room #, date
c.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
Slide 2- INTRODUCTION
a.Introduce the book and the author
b.What is the genre?
c.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
Slide 3- MAIN CHARACTER
a.Introduce the main character
b.What are some character traits that describe this person? Why?
c.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
Slide 4- IMPORTANT CHARACTER
a.Important character
b.What are some character traits that describe this person? Why?
c.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
Slide 5- COMPARE AND CONTRAST
a.Using a graphic organizer, compare and contrast the two characters in slides 3 and 4.
b.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
Slide 6- SUMMARIZE THE BEGINNING
a.Summarize the beginning of the story
b.3- 5 sentences
c.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
Slide 7- SUMMARIZE THE MIDDLE
a.Summarize the middle of the story
b.3- 5 sentences
c.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
Slide 8- SUMMARIZE THE END
a.Summarize the end of the story
b.3- 5 sentences
c.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
Slide 9- THEME
a.How did the characters grow or change?
b.What did the characters learn?
c.What is the life lesson or author’s message? Explain.
d.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
Slide 10- CONCLUSION
a.Did you like this book? Explain
b.Who would enjoy reading this book? Explain.
c.Add a picture or graphic related to the book
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ADAN AND JULIAN!
Article posted August 30, 2013 at 03:12 PM GMT-6 • Reads 559
Happy Birthday, Adan and Julian! Thank you for the yummy treats.
Article posted August 30, 2013 at 03:12 PM GMT-6 • Reads 559
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DENISE!
Article posted September 14, 2013 at 10:38 PM GMT-6 • Reads 633
Happy Birthday, Denise! I hope you have a wonderful day.
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BOOK RECOMMENDATION #1
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Ulises D. created his Book Recommendation using GoogleDrive. He was the first one to present his PowerPoint presentation to the class. Great job, Ulises D.
Your first Book Recommendation must be completed and presented by September 20, 2013.
You must schedule your presentation on the calendar located by the door.
Up to three people may sign up for each day.
Do NOT wait until the last minute to sign up because time is running out and time slots are limited.
Please be sure to "SHARE" (Google@CPS) your presentation with me at least two days before you are scheduled to present.
 
