Thursdays are our full-on days (no music, sadly) so we did some art after recess. But before that...
we started with Brain Dance, then on to Holes. Three students wrote their quiz today; several others are almost finished their novels so will be ready soon.
*I gave the students a new Novel Study Layered Curriculum sheet today, noting my expectations. [See below]
Students were to have added to their planning schedule (see bottom of second page) their goal dates for finishing the novel and writing the quiz. They were also to have picked activities to add to 30 points. Please initial your child's sheet beside the Due Date and the planning table so that I know you have seen this! Students should read at home if they are behind. Thanks for your support with this.
For Language Arts / Social Studies we continued with Christmas Around the World (CAW), learning about England and some of its traditions.
In math, we did multiplication drills, graphed results, and went over the multiples stairs. The remainder of the package was assigned for homework if not completed during class time. *The grade fours only have to do three of each section.
We did not fit French into our day but will make up for it tomorrow.
In art we practiced tinting colours and painted monochromatic hills with a contrasting sky. We will finish these tomorrow and post photos of their works then.
REMINDER: Greek & Latin Roots Unit 4 Quiz tomorrow!!!!
PURDY ORDERS ARE IN THE OFFICE IF YOU ORDERED SOME.
Novel Study: Holes
Due date: December 21st (Book read, quiz taken, and
at
least one Layer C assignment ‘defended’.
Use a planning schedule to
help you record your activity choices and to plan your time. Challenge yourself by trying different
assignments to expand your skills. Start with
Layer C.
Layer C – Knowledge /
Comprehension 60
points
Choose enough activities to
attempt 60 points. Be prepared to give
an oral defence to earn full marks for each activity.
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Read
the book (mandatory) 20
pts
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Design a bookmark illustrating a
scene from the story. 5 pts
o
Create a card game or board game related
to the story. 15 pts
o
Choose ten challenging vocabulary words
from the novel and make up cards with definitions. Relate the vocabulary to the story. 5 pts
o
Create a ten-question quiz for others
to write. Have three people complete
it. Mark it. 10
pts
o
Write an ABC book about the novel. 15 pts
o
Host a guest show (see handouts for
details) 15 pts
o
Write, perform, and record a scene
from the story (may be expressed through dance). 20 pts
o
Collect at least ten objects / items
related to the story. 10 pts
o
Create a diorama of a scene from the
story. 15 pts
o
Choose a character from the story and
write a diary about events, thoughts, feelings. 15 pts
o
Design a poster advertising the book.
10 pts
o
Write a song and perform it; make
reference to at least ten things about the story. 15 pts
o
Rewrite the ending of the story. 15
pts
o
Complete
a short quiz (mandatory) 10 pts
Choose one activity from
each of the layers below (B & A). Remember to present your best work.
Layer B – Application / Analysis 20 points
1. Create a poster / collage of Texas, depicting its climate,
environment, and wildlife.
2. Prepare a jar of spiced peaches at home, and bring them to school for
a taste test. Write out the recipe and
procedure.
3. Do onions really grow wild like suggested in the story? What are the natural health benefits of
onions? What other native plants grow in Texas that are edible?
Layer A – Synthesis / Evaluation 20
points
1. Research an infamous outlaw from the past. Be prepared to give a short presentation to
the class about him / her.
2. Design your own invention. Include
a title, list of materials, instructions, purpose, and suggested retail
price. Explain why you think people
should buy your product.
3. Continue the story of Holes.
What happens to Stanley, Zero, and the other boys five or ten years
later?
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Layer C:
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