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6/16/09: Study guide end of Motion Unit Quiz attached at bottome of page
Wild Waves reminder letter sent home 6/16 attached at bottom of page
4/29/09- Ancient Greece forms of governemnt: Chapter 26 in History Alive, pgs. 172-173 in workbook. Due Thursday
Chapter read in class- no time for notes-- fantastic discussion though!
4/28/09- Ancient Greece geography: Chapter 25 in History Alive pgs. 168-169 in workbook. Due Wednesday
Chapter read in class and time given to begin notes
April 6-23 Classroom Based Assessment
Please see attachment at the bottom of the page. All work is to be done in class. So, no homework for the next three weeks. Except 3-D artifact due Friday 4/24
Week of 3/23-3/27: Chinese Philosophies-- reading chapter 21 in textbook and completing reading notes 21 in workbook. Various amazing classroom activites :)
3/16-3/20-- Sorry I was in DC no updates!
3/9/09 Switching gears to Ancient China: chapter 19 this week (pages 183-193 in textbook; 128-130 in workbook)
2/26/09 Update your table of contents!! I feel a notebook quiz coming on! (see attachment at bottom of page)
2/25/09 Please use pg. 112 in your spiral to help if you forget or get stuck with your variables! Also, remember to use what we talked about in the hypothesis section fo your lab (hint, hint)
2/24/09 Hey kiddos! Check out this website to practice and review the types of levers!
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/physics/machines/Levers.shtml
2/18/09 Please see VARIOUS VARIABLES notes (pg. 112 in spiral OR at the bottom of this page!) to determine the manipulated, responding and controlled variables in the procedure section of the inclined plane lab.
Social Studies study guide sent home today-- Quiz Friday (also attached at bottom of page)
2/17/09 Inclined planes: ancient Egyptian used inclined planes to build the great pyramids. This week we are looking at how inclined planes work and how effort is changed depending on characteristics of the slope.
Inclined plane list: create a list of as many inclined planes you can think of in modern everday use (pg. 111 in spiral). Examples given in class-- driveways, stairs, mountains, rollercoasters
Due Wednesday
Please see bottom of page for class notes!
2/9/09 Egyptian Social Pyramid group presentations started today. In class work time 2/9, 2/10, 2/11-- presentations Thursday!!
Complete your group's section of the reading notes for homework tonight-- ex. 9.6 Artisans complete section 9.6 on pages 66-67 in social studies workbook.
2/5/09 Final draft of Egyptian letter due in class Friday. Typed 12pt. font or hand written in black/blue ink on separate sheet of notebook paper. Peer editing checklist used in class 2/5 and attached at the bottom of the page for your use at home!
2/4/09 Rough draft of Egyptian friendly letter-- please see Ancient Egyptian friendly letter document atthe bottom of the page for guidelines.
2/3/09 Workbook pages 61-64 Postcards from Ancient Egyptian tour sites: use with chapter 8 in History Alive textbook. Time given during class to complete.
1/28/09 Study for Geography Quiz: use Geo Challenge 2 (pg. 51 in workbook); 7.3 reading notes (pg. 54 in workbook); 7.4 reading notes (pg. 56 in workbook). Good Luck
1/27/09 Read section 7.4 in social Studies textbook, complete reading notes for 7.4 in workbook (pg. 56).
1/15/09 Study for Inquiry Quiz 8-12!!! Use study guide and pages 70-92 in your spiral. Good Luck! (see study guide attachment at the bottom of the page if you lost/forgot/need a new one) Quiz Tomorrow
1/12/09 Problem Solving family member signature: look over the problem solving activity with your family and have an adult sign.Students have until Friday 1/16 to work on problem solving and some time will be dedicated in class this week. Due 1/14
Problem solving: Explain the order if these digits
8 5 4 9 1 7 6 3 2 0
1/12/09 11.2 Reflecting on What You've Done A-D: Students should use the article Why Objects Look Colored as well as labs 11.1 and 11.2 to help answer the reflection questions. Due 1/13
Bullet Point Summary: on the back of 11.2 reflection questions, students should summarize Why Objects Look Colored in 5-7 bullet points. Students must use their own words and may not copy directly from the text. Due 1/13
Psolving signature: Parents should sign the bottom of the problem solving activity (Explaining the order of a set of numbers). Students have until Friday 1/16 to work on this problem solving and some time will be dedicated in class this week. Due 1/13
MATERIALS NEEDED: 1 Spiral notebook; pencils; pens; colored pencils; glue sticks; possible additions later in the year.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Learning depends on actively participating in science and social studies. Active engagement in hands-on, minds-on learning experiences enables students to make personal sense of the physical world and to solve problems. Hands-on activities and experiments will take place in the areas of Light Science, Energy, Machines, and Motion as well as Geography and Ancient Civilizations. We will focus specifically on the following Essential Academic Learning Requirements:
Science:
1: SYSTEMS: The student knows and applies scientific concepts and principles to understand the properties, structures and changes in physical, earth/space, and living systems.
2: INQUIRY: The student knows and applies the scientific ideas, skills, processes of investigation, and the nature of science.
3: APPLICATION: The student knows and applies science ideas and inquiry to design and analyze solutions to human problems in societal contexts.
Social Studies:
3: GEOGRAPHY - The student uses a spatial perspective to make reasoned decisions by applying the concepts of location, region, and movement and demonstrating knowledge of how geographic features and human cultures impact environments.
4: HISTORY - The student understands and applies knowledge of historical thinking, chronology, eras, turning points, major ideas, individuals, and themes on local, Washington State, tribal, United States, and world history in order to evaluate how history shapes the present and future.
GRADING POLICY
1. Daily Assignments, Class Activities, Homework & Notebooks (40%): Most Science/Social Studies work is done in class in science/social studies notebooks. Notebooks will be collected and assessed throughout the year.
2. Assessments/Quizzes (50%): Vocabulary and content quizzes will be given at the completion of each section.
3. Participation & Warm-ups (10%): Positive active participation is required in class! Disruptions, being unprepared and not using time wisely in class will not be tolerated!
Wild Waves reminder letter sent home 6/16 attached at bottom of page
4/29/09- Ancient Greece forms of governemnt: Chapter 26 in History Alive, pgs. 172-173 in workbook. Due Thursday
Chapter read in class- no time for notes-- fantastic discussion though!
4/28/09- Ancient Greece geography: Chapter 25 in History Alive pgs. 168-169 in workbook. Due Wednesday
Chapter read in class and time given to begin notes
April 6-23 Classroom Based Assessment
Please see attachment at the bottom of the page. All work is to be done in class. So, no homework for the next three weeks. Except 3-D artifact due Friday 4/24
Week of 3/23-3/27: Chinese Philosophies-- reading chapter 21 in textbook and completing reading notes 21 in workbook. Various amazing classroom activites :)
3/16-3/20-- Sorry I was in DC no updates!
3/9/09 Switching gears to Ancient China: chapter 19 this week (pages 183-193 in textbook; 128-130 in workbook)
2/26/09 Update your table of contents!! I feel a notebook quiz coming on! (see attachment at bottom of page)
2/25/09 Please use pg. 112 in your spiral to help if you forget or get stuck with your variables! Also, remember to use what we talked about in the hypothesis section fo your lab (hint, hint)
2/24/09 Hey kiddos! Check out this website to practice and review the types of levers!
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/physics/machines/Levers.shtml
2/18/09 Please see VARIOUS VARIABLES notes (pg. 112 in spiral OR at the bottom of this page!) to determine the manipulated, responding and controlled variables in the procedure section of the inclined plane lab.
Social Studies study guide sent home today-- Quiz Friday (also attached at bottom of page)
2/17/09 Inclined planes: ancient Egyptian used inclined planes to build the great pyramids. This week we are looking at how inclined planes work and how effort is changed depending on characteristics of the slope.
Inclined plane list: create a list of as many inclined planes you can think of in modern everday use (pg. 111 in spiral). Examples given in class-- driveways, stairs, mountains, rollercoasters
Due Wednesday
Please see bottom of page for class notes!
2/9/09 Egyptian Social Pyramid group presentations started today. In class work time 2/9, 2/10, 2/11-- presentations Thursday!!
Complete your group's section of the reading notes for homework tonight-- ex. 9.6 Artisans complete section 9.6 on pages 66-67 in social studies workbook.
2/5/09 Final draft of Egyptian letter due in class Friday. Typed 12pt. font or hand written in black/blue ink on separate sheet of notebook paper. Peer editing checklist used in class 2/5 and attached at the bottom of the page for your use at home!
2/4/09 Rough draft of Egyptian friendly letter-- please see Ancient Egyptian friendly letter document atthe bottom of the page for guidelines.
2/3/09 Workbook pages 61-64 Postcards from Ancient Egyptian tour sites: use with chapter 8 in History Alive textbook. Time given during class to complete.
1/28/09 Study for Geography Quiz: use Geo Challenge 2 (pg. 51 in workbook); 7.3 reading notes (pg. 54 in workbook); 7.4 reading notes (pg. 56 in workbook). Good Luck
1/27/09 Read section 7.4 in social Studies textbook, complete reading notes for 7.4 in workbook (pg. 56).
1/15/09 Study for Inquiry Quiz 8-12!!! Use study guide and pages 70-92 in your spiral. Good Luck! (see study guide attachment at the bottom of the page if you lost/forgot/need a new one) Quiz Tomorrow
1/12/09 Problem Solving family member signature: look over the problem solving activity with your family and have an adult sign.Students have until Friday 1/16 to work on problem solving and some time will be dedicated in class this week. Due 1/14
Problem solving: Explain the order if these digits
8 5 4 9 1 7 6 3 2 0
1/12/09 11.2 Reflecting on What You've Done A-D: Students should use the article Why Objects Look Colored as well as labs 11.1 and 11.2 to help answer the reflection questions. Due 1/13
Bullet Point Summary: on the back of 11.2 reflection questions, students should summarize Why Objects Look Colored in 5-7 bullet points. Students must use their own words and may not copy directly from the text. Due 1/13
Psolving signature: Parents should sign the bottom of the problem solving activity (Explaining the order of a set of numbers). Students have until Friday 1/16 to work on this problem solving and some time will be dedicated in class this week. Due 1/13
Sixth Grade Science/Social Studies: Ms. Morrisey
Please refer to Classroom Policies for general expectations and guidelines
Please refer to Classroom Policies for general expectations and guidelines
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Nurture the worth of each individual—I teach kids, then science and social studies
Promote cooperation through mutual respect
Develop a sense of community
Develop a process for learning
Recognize individual and group effort and achievement
Emphasize that school is a place to learn
Teach personal responsibility in choice making
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Learning depends on actively participating in science and social studies. Active engagement in hands-on, minds-on learning experiences enables students to make personal sense of the physical world and to solve problems. Hands-on activities and experiments will take place in the areas of Light Science, Energy, Machines, and Motion as well as Geography and Ancient Civilizations. We will focus specifically on the following Essential Academic Learning Requirements:
Science:
1: SYSTEMS: The student knows and applies scientific concepts and principles to understand the properties, structures and changes in physical, earth/space, and living systems.
2: INQUIRY: The student knows and applies the scientific ideas, skills, processes of investigation, and the nature of science.
3: APPLICATION: The student knows and applies science ideas and inquiry to design and analyze solutions to human problems in societal contexts.
Social Studies:
3: GEOGRAPHY - The student uses a spatial perspective to make reasoned decisions by applying the concepts of location, region, and movement and demonstrating knowledge of how geographic features and human cultures impact environments.
4: HISTORY - The student understands and applies knowledge of historical thinking, chronology, eras, turning points, major ideas, individuals, and themes on local, Washington State, tribal, United States, and world history in order to evaluate how history shapes the present and future.
GRADING POLICY
1. Daily Assignments, Class Activities, Homework & Notebooks (40%): Most Science/Social Studies work is done in class in science/social studies notebooks. Notebooks will be collected and assessed throughout the year.
2. Assessments/Quizzes (50%): Vocabulary and content quizzes will be given at the completion of each section.
3. Participation & Warm-ups (10%): Positive active participation is required in class! Disruptions, being unprepared and not using time wisely in class will not be tolerated!
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