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Look there to find the information that you need to keep up with daily assignments, projects, and upcoming tests.

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Homework Archive -- March, 2010

March 31-- Social Studies -- Middle ages reading packet, due 4/7. Math -- 4th Quarter Problem Solving Project is due by 5/21. March 30 -- Geography -- South America Map test will be given on 3/31. Social Studies -- Middle ages reading packet, due 4/7. Math -- 4th Quarter Problem Solving Project is due by 5/21. March 29-- Geography -- South America Map test will be given on 3/31. Social Studies -- Middle ages reading packet, due 4/7. March 26 -- Geography -- South America Map test will be given on 3/31. Social Studies -- Middle ages reading packet, due 4/7. March 24-- Geography -- South America Map test is 3/31 March 23 -- Social Studies -- students who do not have the fstudy guide finished must take the chapter `18 test. March 11 -- Science/Health -- finish reading the Puberty packet. Share it with a parent and ask them to sign the front page. Math -- study for the decimal, percent, fraction equivalents quiz tomorrow. March 10-- Health -- finish work from the website: http://kidshealth.org/teen/. Write 25 sentences about interesting ideas that you find. Math -- Fraction/Decimal/Percent memorization quiz on Friday -- use study aid we made in class. Geography -- South America map test -- 3/31 March 9 -- Math -- Fraction/Decimal/Percent memorization quiz on Friday -- use study aid we made in class. Social Studies -- Essay on war/civil disobedience is due on Wednesday. NOTE -- I have 3 parent volunteers for the full day of Measure Mania on March 22, and two other volunteers that can work part of the day. I could still really use at least a couple more volunteers if anyone can spare the time... Please?!?!?!? March 8 -- Math -- Fraction/Decimal/Percent memorization quiz on Friday -- use study aid we made in class. Social Studies -- 9-choice project is due tomorrow. Essay on war/civil disobedience is due on Wednesday. March 5 -- Social Studies -- 9-choice project is due on Tuesday, 3/9 Math -- Making Ends Meet project write-up is due on Monday. Math -- what do you think NEEDS to be covered out of chapter 5 -- are there parts of this that you are already comfortable with? March 4 -- Social Studies -- 9 choice project is due by 3/9. Geography -- South America test on 3/31 March 3 -- Math -- Chapter 4 test tomorrow. Budget project final work is due on Monday. Social Studies -- Ring of Fire worksheet. Geography -- South America map test -- 3/31 March 2 -- Social Studies -- Asia reading packet is due tomorrow, 3/3. Math -- budget project work, steps 1-5 must be done by tomorrow. Math -- chapter 4 test on Thursday. Social Studies -- 9 choice project on Asis is due 3/9. March 1- Social Studies -- Asia reading packet is due on 3/3. Math -- budget project work, steps 1-5 must be completed before we go to the computer lab on 3/3. Final project write up will be due on Monday, 3/8. Math -- Chapter 4 test -- Thursday, 3/4.

December 2009 Assignments -- Archive

December 17 --Math Archimedes -- pp. 112-113, problems 3-21 (odd) -- due 1/4/10Science -- finish the write up for the sunflower seed lab.December 16 --Study for the Canada map test!!!December 15 --Geography -- Canada map test will be given on Thursday.Math Thales -- pp. 109-110, problems 1-25 (odd).December 9--THE FIELD TRIP TO "A CHRISTMAS CAROL" IS TOMORROW. Dress warmly. Don't forget your lunch and your bus money.Geography -- Canada map test is scheduled for 12/17.Science (Ms. Daniel's class) -- read pp. 58-61. Use SQ3R reading strategy. List the items you find in the survey portion of your reading. Develop 3 questions for each section. Answer your questions in writing as you read. Recite the questions and answers to yourself. Review by answering question #1 on p. 59, and questions #1 and #2 on p. 61.Math (Both-- Lesson Groups) -- Decimal models worksheet.Math Thales -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/10.December 8 --PERMISSION SLIPS FOR THE "CHRISTMAS CAROL" FIELD TRIP ARE DUE NOW.Geography -- Canada map test is scheduled for 12/17.Science (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- read pp. 58-61. Use SQ3R reading strategy. List the items you find in the survey portion of your reading. Develop 3 questions for each section. Answer your questions in writing as you read. Recite the questions and answers to yourself. Review by answering question #1 on p. 59, and questions #1 and #2 on p. 61.Social Studies -- Wild Times at Your House poster is due on Wednesday, 12/8Math Thales -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/10.Math Archimedes (lesson group) -- finish the place value worksheet and then write each number in expanded form on a separate sheet of paper.Math Archimedes -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/9December 7 --PERMISSION SLIPS FOR THE "CHRISTMAS CAROL" FIELD TRIP ARE DUE NOW.Geography -- Canada map test is scheduled for 12/17.Social Studies -- Natural Disaster diagram and one paragraph report on an actual event of this type (due on 12/8). Here's a good link for news articles: http://www.sciencedaily.com/news/earth_climate/natural_disasters/Social Studies -- Wild Times at Your House poster is due on Wednesday, 12/8Math Thales -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/10.Math Archimedes -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/9December 4 --PERMISSION SLIPS FOR THE "CHRISTMAS CAROL" FIELD TRIP ARE DUE NOW.Geography -- Canada map test is scheduled for 12/17.Social Studies -- Natural Disaster diagram and one paragraph report on an actual event of this type (due on 12/8). Here's a good link for news articles: http://www.sciencedaily.com/news/earth_climate/natural_disasters/Social Studies -- Guided Reading for North America unit is due 12/7.Math Thales -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/10.Math Archimedes -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/9December 3 --PERMISSION SLIPS FOR THE "CHRISTMAS CAROL" FIELD TRIP ARE DUE NOW.Social Studies -- Natural Disaster diagram and one paragraph report on an actual event of this type. Here's a good link for news articles: http://www.sciencedaily.com/news/earth_climate/natural_disasters/Social Studies -- Guided Reading for North America unit is due 12/7.Science -- Egg-speriment lab write up is due 12/4.Science -- Scale drawing of a cell will be due 12/5.Math Thales -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/10.Math Archimedes -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/9.December 2 --Social Studies -- Guided Reading for North America unit is due 12/7.Science -- p. 55, question #1, and p. 57, questions 1 & 2Science -- Egg-speriment lab write up is due 12/4.Science -- Scale drawing of a cell will be due 12/5.Math Thales -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/10.Math Archimedes -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/9.December 1 --Social Studies -- Guided Reading for North America unit is due 12/7.Science -- Finish vocabulary worksheet. Answer these two questions in complete sentences: 1) Give an example of a trait that results from heredity.2) What trait would be good to develop in a fruit using selective breeding?Science -- Egg-speriment lab write up is due 12/4.Science -- Scale drawing of a cell will be due 12/5.Math Thales and Archimedes -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/9.

Homework Archive -- November, 2009

November 30 --Social Studies -- Guided Reading for North America unit is due 12/7.Science -- Egg-speriment lab write up is due 12/4.Science -- Scale drawing of a cell will be due 12/5.Math Thales and Archimedes -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/9.November 20 --Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's class -- room 204) -- Write four paragraphs (5-8 sentences each) about the four African countries you have learned about through the 10-choice project presentations.Social Studies -- Guided Reading for North America unit is due 12/7.Science -- Egg-speriment lab write up is due 12/4.Math Thales and Archimedes -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/9.Science -- Scale drawing of a cell will be due on Tuesday when we come back after Thanksgiving.November 19 --Geography -- North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfers' class -- room 205) -- Write four paragraphs (5-8 sentences each) about the four African countries you have learned about through the 10-choice project presentations.Social Studies -- Guided Reading for North America unit is due 12/7.Science -- Egg-speriment lab write up is due 12/4.Math Thales and Archimedes -- Greatest Baseball Player of All Time project will be due on 12/9.November 18--Geography -- North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.November 17--Computer -- Finish the USA Today Snapshots project. Due Wednesday, Nov. 18.Geography -- North America Map test (section 4 and Island Nations) will be 11/18. North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.Thales and Archimedes Math -- finish your turkey. If you still need the data for calculating mean, median, mode and range, here it is:George -- 25 poundsMillie -- 22 poundsLulu -- 24 poundsKiki -- 30 poundsChi Chi -- 24 poundsWonka -- 14 poundsKyle -- 23 poundsBoo -- 28 poundsBobbie Jo -- 8 poundsNovember 16 --Math Archimedes -- Box and Whisker Plot worksheet.Math Thales -- pp. 77-78, problems 4, 5, 15-17, 19 AND pp. 82-83, problems 1-4, 9-12Computer -- Finish the USA Today Snapshots project. Due Wednesday, Nov. 18.Science -- Test on Chapter 2 is tomorrow.Geography -- North America Map test (section 4 and Island Nations) will be 11/18. North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.November 13 --Computer -- Finish the USA Today Snapshots project. Due Wednesday, Nov. 18.Social Studies -- 10-choice project on Chapter 17 countries in the social studies text. Projects will be due on Monday, Nov. 16.Science -- Complete the review materials in the textbook fore chapter 2 (cells). We will review together on Monday. The test will be given on Tuesday, Nov. 17Geography -- North America Map test (section 4 and Island Nations) will be 11/18. North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.Math Thales -- finish 2-6 practice and 2-6 word problemsMath Archimedes -- finish chapter 2 reviewNovember 12 --Social Studies -- 10-choice project on Chapter 17 countries in the social studies text. Projects will be due on Monday, Nov. 16.Science -- chapter 2 (cells) test will be given on Tuesday, Nov. 17Geography -- North America Map test (section 4 and Island Nations) will be 11/18. North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.Math Thales -- read pages 76-82November 11 --Social Studies -- 10-choice project on Chapter 17 countries in the social studies text. Projects will be due on Monday, Nov. 16.Science -- chapter 2 (cells) test will be given on Tuesday, Nov. 17November 10--Math Archimedes --p. 77, problems 1-3, 13, 14, 19 AND p. 82, problems 3,4,9-12, 20Social Studies -- 10-choice project on Chapter 17 countries in the social studies text. Projects will be due on Monday, Nov. 16.Students are working on a written assessment for the work from chapter 16. This work is due on Wednesday. There will be no formal test for this material.Science -- chapter 2 (cells) test will be given on Tuesday, Nov. 17Geography -- Make FLASH CARDS for Island Nations (list is on the website).North America Map test (section 4 and Island Nations) will be 11/18. North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.Math Archimedes -- read pages 76-82Math Thales -- finish your stem and leaf plots for the presidents' ages at inauguration and at the time of their deaths.Geography -- North America Map test (section 4 and Island Nations) will be 11/18. North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.November 9--Social Studies -- 10-choice project on Chapter 17 countries in the social studies text. Projects will be due on Monday, Nov. 16.Students are working on a written assessment for the work from chapter 16. They will have one more class period to work on this and then work will be due on Wednesday. There will be no formal test for this material.Math Archimedes -- p. 74, problems 9, 12, 14-17, 21-26Geography -- North America Map test (section 4 and Island Nations) will be 11/18. North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.November 6 --Science -- draw a diagram of mitosis similar to the one on pp. 40-41 in your textbook. Here's a different look at this kind of information: MitosisHere's the link to the mitosis animation that we couldn't see on the computer at school: Mitosis AnimationSocial Studies -- 10-choice project on Chapter 17 countries in the social studies text. Projects will be due on Monday, Nov. 16 Math Thales-- p. 74, problems 9, 12, 14-17, 21-26Math Archimedes -- Finish the Presidents Stem and Leaf Plot project. Due Monday, 11/9Geography -- North America Map test (section 4 and Island Nations) will be 11/18. North America Map test (sections 1-3) will be 11/20.November 5 --Science -- p. 39, questions 1 & 2Social Studies -- be prepared to present your team's discussion on Peacemaking and Conflict ResolutionMath Thales -- pp. 67-69, problems 1-10 and 25Math Archimedes -- Presidential Age Stem and Leaf plot project will be due on Monday.November 4 --Math Thales -- read pages 66 and 67Math Archimedes -- read pages 72 and 73Social Studies -- Read the story "Journey to Jo'burg" and complete the worksheet.Science -- Donations needed! We are beginning an experiment with eggs. Needed are approximately 2 gallons of corn syrup. We have enough vinegar. If you can donate items, please send them to school with your child this week. Thank you!November 3 --Math Thales -- p. 64, problems 1-10Math Archimedes -- pages 67-69, problems 1-10, 25Science -- Donations needed! We are beginning an experiment with eggs. Needed are approximately 2 gallons of corn syrup. We have enough vinegar. If you can donate items, please send them to school with your child this week. Thank you!November 2 --Science -- read pp. 36 & 37, answer questions 1-3.Science -- Donations needed! We are beginning an experiment with eggs. Needed are approximately 2 gallons of corn syrup. If you can donate items, please send them to school with your child this week. Thank you!Math Archimedes -- Read pp. 66-67.

Homework Archive -- October, 2009

October 30 --Science -- Donations needed! We are beginning an experiment with eggs. Needed are approximately 2 gallons of corn syrup and 2 gallons of vinegar. If you can donate items, please send them to school with your child next week. Thank you!Social Studies -- groups should have completed play scripts ready to practice and present next Monday and Tuesday.October 29 --Geography -- Africa test, Part 2 is scheduled for tomorrow.Math Thales -- p. 59, problems 15, 16, 17Math Archimedes -- p. 64, problems 1-10October 28 --No homework this evening... Students should study for the Africa map test which is scheduled for Friday.October 27 --Science -- finish the Microscope Mania wordsearch and make-a-word challenge puzzles.Math Thales-- finish the TV in the bedroom frequency table worksheet.Math Archimedes -- Finish your adding machine tape bar for our graph. Include your name, a self-portrrait, your height in centimeters, your age in months, and a list of 10 talents that you have.Geography -- Africa Map test Part 1 -- October 28, Africa Map test Part 2 -- October 30October 26 --Science -- students worked with microscopes today. They have word puzzles which we will finish in class tomorrow.Geography -- Africa Map test Part 1 -- October 28, Africa Map test Part 2 -- October 30October 23 --Parents - Everyone that I talked to today, and every substitute's written notes, spoke to how kind, cooperative, polite and patient your children were during this week when I have been away from school with the flu. I am awfully proud of everyone of them, and I wanted you to know what a great group of kids you have raised. :-)Social Studies -- Finish the Giant Africa Map Travel project, and the map scale practice worksheet.Geography -- Africa Map test Part 1 -- October 28, Africa Map test Part 2 -- October 30October 15 --Math Thales -- make the foldable on p. 49Math Archimedes -- pp. 52-53, problems 3-5, 12, 13, 16Social Studies -- African Heroes research is due on 10/20Geography -- Africa map tests are scheduled as follows: Part I -- October 28, Part II-- October 30October 14 --Math Thales -- Chapter 1 test is tomorrow. Students may want to prepare by working with the practice test on p. 45.Science -- Write up for the plant a sock project is due tomorrow and should include the following items:**sketch of the original seed collection on the sock** sketches and notes taken in class today** answers to these questions: 1) Where did you collect your seeds? 2) Did your seeds sprout? 3) How would you explain what happened in your box?Social Studies -- African Heroes research is due on 10/20Geography -- Africa map tests are scheduled as follows: Part I -- October 28, Part II-- October 30October 13 --Math Archimedes -- Find another piece of writing to analyze for most commonly used words. Make a frequency table to record your data. Compare with the TV in the Bedroom article and compile YOUR list of the five most common words in the English language.Math Thales -- The chapter 1 test has been delayed until Thursday.Social Studies -- African Heroes project -- due 10/20.Geography -- Africa map tests are scheduled as follows: Part I -- October 28, Part II-- October 30October 12 --I did not get papers handed back today because we were gone for the field trip. Graded papers will be handed back tomorrow..Geography -- Africa map tests are scheduled as follows: Part I -- October 28, Part II-- October 30October 7 --Math Archimedes -- "TV in the Bedroom" frequency table activity.Math Thales -- ch. 1 test is on Wednesday, Oct. 14. To prepare, please work on these problems in the textbook: pages 42-44, problems 8, 9, 11, 14, 15, 16, 19, 21, 24, 26, 27, 28, 30, 31, 3,, 34, 35, 37, 39, 41, 43, 45, 47, 52, 55, 56, 57Social Studies -- Africa reading packet will be collected on 10/13Read the Wangari Maathai article. Do not start the hero activity.Geography -- Africa tests will be scheduled as follows: Part 1, Oct. 28 -- Part 2, Oct. 30October 6 --Math Thales -- p.41, problems 9-19 (odd)October 5--Math Archimedes -- Chapter 1 test is tomorrow.Math Thales -- Chapter 1 test is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 14Health -- Personal Hygiene Product poster is due tomorrow.Social Studies -- Africa Reading packet is due 10/12October 2 --Health -- Personal Hygiene Product poster -- due 10/6Social Studies -- Africa Reading Packet -- due 10/12Science -- Plant a sock: due Monday, 10/5Math Thales -- p. 38, problems 1-3Math Archimedes -- Review for ch. 1 test (scheduled for Tuesday, 10/6). Recommendation: pp. 42-44, problems 1-7, 11-19 (odd), 20, 21, 23, 26, 27, 28, 30, 32-37, 38, 40, 41, 56, 57. NOTE: This is work that is recommended for student preparation. I will NOT collect review work. We will discuss issues and questions related to the work on Monday.October 1 --Health -- Personal Hygiene Product poster -- due 10/6Social Studies -- Africa Reading Packet -- due 10/12Science -- Plant a sock: due Monday, 10/5

March Homework -- Archive

3/31/2009 --Math 64 -- pp. 296-297, problems 4-17, 48, 49Math 63 -- p. 208, problems 11-31 (odd)Science -- finish arm model write-upSocial Studies (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- read pp. 386-394, questions 2-6Social Studies -- projects are due 4/9Geography -- Europe tests: 4/3 and 4/73/30/2009 --Math 64 -- p. 293, 1, 2, 4-26 (even). Make the foldable shown on p. 293.Math 63 -- p. 204, problems 8-28 (even)Science -- crossword puzzle.Geography -- Europe map tests: part 1, 4/3part 2, 4/7Social Studies -- Europe projects are due on April 93/20/2009--Math -- Basketball bracket math page is due 4/3Social Studies (all) -- Europe projects are due on 4/9Geography -- Europe tests are 4/3 and 4/23/19/2009--Math -- writing in math #3 is due tomorrow.Fill out your March Madness bracket and answer the probability questions.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- p. 385, 1-5Social Studies (all) -- Europe projects are due on 4/9Geography -- Europe tests are 4/3 and 4/23/17/2009--Happy St. Patrick's Day!Social Studies -- Europe projects are due on April 9.Geography -- Europe map tests will be given on April 3 and April 7.3/16/2009--Math 63 -- p. 188, problems 4-11Math 64 (project Group) -- projects are dueMath 64 (Lessons Group) -- p. 197, problem 26p. 204, problems 8, 10, 20, 22p. 208, problems 10-133/13/2009--Chinese (Ms. Daniel's class) -- Students are to discuss class behavior evaluation forms with parents and obtain a parent signature.Math 63 -- p. 184, problems 17-29Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's class) -- be prepared to present your lessons on Monday.Science/Health (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- finish your advertisement.Geography -- Europe test part 1 -- April 3, part 2 -- April 73/12/2009--Math -- Writing in Math problem.Science/Health -- Eating Disorders questionnaireSocial studies -- projects are due tomorrow.Geography -- Europe test part 1 -- April 3, part 2 -- April 73/11/2009-Finish the questions about the "Drugs" article on http://www.kidshealth.org/ website.Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's class) -- Travel Guide projects are due on 3/13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- Book projects are due on 3/13.Geography -- Europe test part 1 -- April 3, part 2 -- April 73/10/2009--Math 64 (lesson group) -- p. 188, problems 17-29Math 63 -- p. 179, problems 10-253/9/2009--Math 64 -- p. 184, problems 17-29Math 63 -- p. 176, problems 1-53/6/2009--Math 63 -- Budget projet is due Monday.Writing in math is due Monday.Health -- Observe yourself for changes or "events" of adolescence. Look for physical, mental, and emotional events and changes.Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's class) -- Travel Guide projects are due on 3/13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- Book projects are due on 3/13.Geography -- Europe test part 1 -- April 3, part 2 -- April 73/5/2009--Math 63 -- Invention Convention Project is due on Friday. Budget project is due Monday, 3/9.Writing in math assignment is due on Monday.Math 64 -- Budget project and Invention Convention Projects are due Friday.Math 64 (lesson group) -- p. 179, problems 6, 8, 9, 17-21, 26, 27Health -- read puberty packet and write questions/commentsObserve yourself for changes or "events" of adolescence. Look for physical, mental, and emotional events and changes.Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's class) -- Travel Guide projects are due on 3/13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- Book projects are due on 3/13.Geography -- Europe test part 1 -- April 3, part 2 -- April 7Re-unicycle permission slips and money are due at this time.3/4/2009--Math 63 -- Invention Convention Project is due on Friday. Budget project is due Monday, 3/9.Math 64 -- Budget project and Invention Convention Projects are due Friday.Math 64 (lesson group) -- read lesson 5-1 in your textbook.Health -- read puberty packet and write questions/commentsObserve yourself for changes or "events" of adolescence. Look for physical, mental, and emotional events and changes.Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's class) -- Travel Guide projects are due on 3/13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- Book projects are due on 3/13.Re-unicycle permission slips and money are due at this time.3/3/2009--Math 63 -- Music Hall math is due on Wednesday. Invention Convention Project is due on Friday. Budget project is due Monday, 3/9.Math 64 -- Invention Convention Project is due Friday.Writing about math problem due tomorrow.Health -- read pp. 34-41. Questions 1-3 & 5 on p. 41Observe yourself for changes or "events" of adolescence. Look for physical, mental, and emotional events and changes.Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's class) -- p. 385, questions 1-5.Travel Guide projects are due on 3/13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- Book projects are due on 3/13.Re-unicycle permission slips and money are due at this time.3/2/2009--Math 63 -- Have budget figures ready for tomorrow.Music Hall math is due on Wednesday. Invention Convention Project is due on Friday.Math 64 -- Music Hall Math is due tomorrow. Invention Convention Project is due Friday.Health -- Observe yourself for changes or "events" of adolescence. Look for physical, mental, and emotional events and changes.Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's class) -- Travel Guide projects are due on 3/13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- Book projects are due on 3/13.Re-unicycle permission slips and money are due at this time.

February Homework -- Archived

2/27/2009--Math 63 -- Music Hall project is due on Wednesday.Math 64 -- Completed "Music Hall" assignments are due on 3/3, and completed Invention Convention projects are due on 3/6.Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's Class) --**Tour Guide project is due on March 13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfer's Class)-- World War II Book project is due March 13.Geography -- Africa test -- part 2: 3/22/26/2009--Field trip permission slips are due for the trip to The CathedralMath 63 -- find transportation by FridayMath 64 -- completed budget projects are due on Friday. Completed "Music Hall" assignments are due on 3/3, and completed Invention Convention projects are due on 3/6.Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's Class) --**Tour Guide project is due on March 13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfer's Class)-- World War II Book project is due March 13.Geography -- Africa tests (part 1 and part 2): 2/27 and 3/22/25/2009--Field trip permission slips are due for the trip to the Symphony and for the trip to The CathedralMath 63 -- find transportation by FridayMath 64 -- completed budget projects are due on FridaySocial Studies (Ms. Daniel's Class) --**Tour Guide project is due on March 13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfer's Class)-- World War II Book project is due March 13.Geography -- Africa tests (part 1 and part 2): 2/27 and 3/22/24/2009--Field trip permission slips are due for the trip to the Symphony and for the trip to The CathedralMath 63 -- find transportation by FridayMath 64 -- completed budget projects are due on FridaySocial Studies (Ms. Daniel's Class) --**Read pp. 378-383. Make a graphic organizer that shows Geographic Features, Climates, and Resources/Products**Tour Guide project is due on March 13.Social Studies (Mrs. Elfer's Class)-- World War II Book project is due March 13.Science -- Response paragraph to first segment of the movie "Radio"Geography -- Africa test #1 -- 2/27Africa test #2 -- 3/22/23/2009--Room 61 (Mrs. Elfers' class) -- evaluation of your performance in Chinese class, signed by parent.Science -- finish dragon projectSocial Studies -- paragraph (5 sentence minimum) about making peace in larger conflictsGeography -- Africa test: 2/27, 3/22/20/2009--Math 63 -- p. 154, problems 4-20 (even).Math 64 -- complete sections 1-5 of your project.Science -- finish questions for the dragon project.Geography -- Africa map tests: 2/27 & 3/22/19/2009--Math 64 -- complete the transportation portion of your project.Math 63 -- extra credit -- unit pricing activity: fish, tennis balls, playing cards, adding machine tape, dominoes, and note cards.Geography -- Africa tests scheduled for 2/27 and 3/22/18/2009--Math 64 -- we are beginning work on a budgeting project. Most of the work will be done in class, but students may want to work on some elements at home, especially the transportation section. Here's a link for the project:http://msdanielswebquests.blogspot.com/2009/01/making-ends-meet-budgeting-project.htmlGeography -- Africa tests scheduled for 2/27 and 3/22/17.2009--Math 64 -- part 1 of Budget project.Science -- Consider who will be your "spouse" for the Dragon Genetics projectSocial Studies -- read pp. 478-483, answer questions 1-5Geography -- Africa tests scheduled for 2/27 and 3/22/13/2009--No homework.Geography -- Africa tests are scheduled for 2/27 and 3/22/12/2009--Math 63 -- p. 146, problems 5-11Science -- Draw, color, and label a diagram showing the stages of meiosis. (similar to p. 63)Social Studies -- Read pages 472-477. Create a chart-style poster that responds to question 3 on p. 477.2/11/2009--Science -- read pp. 62-63, answer questions 1 & 2 on p. 622/10/2009--Math 63 -- 10 division problems2/9/2009--Math 64 -- Dividing decimals by decimals word problems.Social Studies (Ms. Daniel's class)-- read pp. 457-461, answer questions 1, 2, 3, 5. Answers should be written in complete sentences.Science (Mrs. Elfer's class) -- Chapter 3 science packet.2/6/2009--Social Studies (Mrs. Elfer's class)-- read pp. 457-461, answer questions 1, 2, 3, 5. Answers should be written in complete sentences.Science (Ms. Daniel's class) -- Chapter 3 science packet.Math 63 -- Multiplying decimals worksheet.Math 64 -- p. 154, problems 7, 8, 9, 122/5/2009--Math 63 -- 4-1 worksheet, problems 5-8.Repair of chapter 3 test is due tomorrow.Math 64 -- Rework Unit Pricing worksheet if necessary.Federal Minimum Wage project is due tomorrow.Social Studies -- Chapter 16 review (assessment) -- pp. 454-455, questions 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 14, 15, 17Science -- complete section B on p. 4 of the Mouse Breeder packet.Geography -- Africa map tests will be given on 2/27, and 3/2.2/4/2009--Math 63 -- 4-1 worksheet, problems 1-4Math 64 -- Unit Pricing worksheet.2/3/2009--Math 63 -- some students are working to "repair" their chapter 3 test grades. This is an option and is accomplished by completing the "practice test" on p. 129 in the textbook (problems 3-24). I will use whichever grade is higher, and weight the results to help students raise their grade.Math 64 -- pp. 146-147, problems 1-4, and 12-10 (even).Remember that the "Federal Minimum Wage" project is due on Friday, 2/6.Social Studies -- Journey to Jo'burg work is due now.Geography -- Africa tests will be given on 2/27 and 3/2.2/2/2009 --Geography -- Asia tests #3 & #4 will be given tomorrow. Test 4 does include the capitals.Social Studies -- read Journey to Jo'burg (p. 450-453), and complete worksheet.Math 64 -- Division without remainders:1. 52/82. 48/53. 202/44. 12,589/45. 821/56. 99,887,766/87. 2/88. 15/3009. 1/510. 50/2500

January assignments -- Archive

1/30/2009--Science-- 1) use a dictionary to find the relationship between the words, "mutate," and "mutation."2) use a dictionary or a thesaurus to find at least 4 synonyms for the word mutate.3) use these synonyms to write your own definition for mutate. Do not copy the dictionary definition.Geography-- Asia map tests #3 and #4 will be given on Tuesday.1/29/2009--Geography -- Asia map tests #3 & #4 will be given on Tuesday, 2/3.Math 63 -- Chapter 3 test has been rescheduled for tomorrow, Friday (1/30).Math 64 -- complete the following word problems:1) Colin is filling 4.5 ounce bottles with bubble bath that he made for gifts. He was able to fill 7.5 bottles. How many ounces of bubble bath did he make?2) Iona finds peaches at the store for $2.50 per pound. She bought 3.5 pounds. How much did she spend?3) Jennifer is buying new clothes. The items she bought cost $132.50 before tax. Sales tax is calculated by multiplying the total by 0.08. How much tax did she pay?4) Andy bought a van that holds 20.75 gallons of gas, and gets 15.5 miles per gallon. How many miles can he drive on a full tank?5) Toma makes $8.50 an hour rolling sushi at the Japanese restaurant. He worked 20.88 hours in a two week period. How much will he be paid?6) Manny rents a car in Paris. He drove 233.3 kilometers. To convert kilometers to miles, he needs to multiply by 0.62. How many miles did he drive?Family math activity (about the Federal minimum wage) is due on 2/6.1/26/2009--Math 64 -- pp. 137-138, problems 15, 21, 24, 32, 34-36, 40, 42-45Math 64 -- Family Takehome Activity -- Federal Minimum Wage Project. Due 2/6Math 63 -- Ch. 3 test on ThursdayScience -- p. 59, question 1Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/29Note: students are being asked to participate in a study associated with a science workshop that I took last summer. They have permission slips included in this week's packet. Please sign and return those to school as soon as possible.1/23/2009--Math 63 -- pp. 125-126, problems 1-7. Choose one to illustrate.Chapter 3 test will be given next Wednesday, 1/28. Students have the Practice test.Math 64 -- worksheet 4-1, problems 1-4Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/29Note: students are being asked to participate in a study associated with a science workshop that I took last summer. They have permission slips included in this week's packet. Please sign and return those to school as soon as possible.1/22/2009--Math 63 -- p. 123, problems 5-11.Chapter 3 test will be given next Wednesday, 1/28. Students have the Practice test.Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/29Science -- finish your family tree poster.Note: students are being asked to participate in a study associated with a science workshop that I took last summer. They have permission slips included in this week's packet. Please sign and return those to school as soon as possible.1/21/2009--Math 63 -- Chapter 3 test will be given next Wednesday, 1/28. Students have the Practice test.Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/29Note: students are being asked to participate in a study associated with a science workshop that I took last summer. They have permission slips included in this week's packet. Please sign and return those to school as soon as possible.1/20/2009--Math 64 -- chapter 3 test is tomorrow.Math 63 -- p. 120. Make number maps for any 3 of the numbers listed on this page.Chapter 3 test will be given next Wednesday, 1/28. Practice test will be given to students tomorrow.Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/29Note: students are being asked to participate in a study associated with a science workshop that I took last summer. They have permission slips included in this week's packet. Please sign and return those to school as soon as possible.1/16/2009--Math 64 -- Chapter 3 test will be Wednesday, 1/21. Students have a "practice test" to help them prepare.Math 63 -- p. 118, problems 11-33 (odd).Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/291/14/2009--Math 64 -- p. 123, problems 12,14, 16, 18, 32Science -- be sure you have a picture of yourself for class tomorrow.Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/291/13/2009--Math 64 -- p. 118, problems 13, 21, and 32Math 63 -- p. 112, problems 4-9Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/291/12/2009-Math 64 -- p. 118, problems 4-9Social Studies -- p. 444, list the 17 African nations that won their independence during "The Year of Freedom" in 1960.We will begin work on our puppets on Thursday or Friday. Make sure you have the needed supplies.Science -- bring a picture of yourself to use on a poster.Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/291/8/2009--Math 64 -- p. 112, problems 1-10Math 63 -- pp. 106-107, finish the Roman Numerals and Egyptian Numerals lab activity.Science -- Complete activity on p. 53. Read pp. 54-57.Bring a picture of yourself to use on a poster.Chapter 3 vocabulary is due tomorrow.Social Studies -- Africa Climate Regions project due on Monday.Geography -- Asia test will be given in three parts as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/291/7/2009--Math 64 -- p. 109-110, problems 2-22(even), and 26.Math 63 -- Decimal "forms" worksheet. Students will write the assigned numbers in standard form, word form, and expanded form.Science -- Chapter 3 vocabulary is due on Friday.Social Studies -- Bring puppet making materials.Geography -- Asia map tests will be given as follows:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/291/6/2009--Math 64 -- read pp. 108-109 and make notes about how to order and compare decimals using a number line and using decimal models.Math 63 -- finish decimal letters worksheetSocial Studies -- read the directions for the computer project about biographies of African Independence leaders. Students have a copy of these directions or they can find the directions on my webquest page.Bring materials for making puppets.Science-- finish the sunflower seed labChapter 3 vocabulary is due on FridayGeography -- Asia map test will be given in three parts:Part 1 -- 1/23Part 2 -- 1/27Parts 3 & 4 -- 1/291/5/2009--Math 64 -- finish work on the Roman Numerals/Egyptian Numerals Lab.Science -- Chapter 3 vocabulary is due on Friday.Social Studies -- Gather materials for making puppets. You need at least one cardboard tube, and then any items that you can donate for making puppets.Geography -- The Asia test will be given beginning Jan. 23.

December Assignments -- Archive

12/19/08--Have a wonderful, joyous, and blessed Christmas.12/18/08--Geography -- Canada test tomorrow.Math 63 -- Baseball project due tomorrow.Math 64 -- Decimals -- standard form, word form, expanded form worksheet.12/17/08--Math 63-- Chapter 2 test tomorrow.Baseball project is due on Friday.Geography -- Canada test is Friday.12/16/08--Math 63 -- Chapter 2 test is Thursday. Baseball project is due on Friday.Geography -- Canada test is 12/19.Remember the Food Drive!12/15/08--Math 64 -- "Letter" decimal models worksheetSocial Studies -- test tomorrowMath 63 -- Ch. 2 test Thursday. Baseball project is due on Friday.Geography -- Canada test 12/19.Remember the food drive!12/12/08--Social Studies -- test on Tuesday (Ch. 21 and Ch. 22)Math 63 -- Ch. 2 test on ThursdayBaseball project is due on Friday.Geography -- Canada test on Friday.REMEMBER TO BRING ITEMS FOR THE FOOD DRIVE12/11/08--Math 64 -- Baseball project is due tomorrow.Math 63 -- Math test (Chapter 2) will be next Thursday. Make sure you have the practice test to help you study.Social Studies -- Read pp. 606-610. Questions 2 & 3.Test on Chapters 21 and 22 is next Tuesday. Be sure you have your study guide.Science -- Open Book test tomorrow -- chapter 2.Geography -- Canada test is next Friday, 12/19.12/10/08--Math 64 -- Baseball project is due on Friday.Social Studies -- Students have the study guide for the South America test. Test will be given on Tuesday next week.Mrs. Elfers' homeroom only -- read pp. 600-605. Answer questions found in the captions for pictures on pages 601, 602, 603, and 604.Science -- there will be an open book/open notes test over chapter 2 on Friday.Geography -- the Canada test will be given on 12/19.12/9/08--Math 64 -- Test tomorrow. Baseball project is not due until Friday.Social Studies -- (Ms. Daniel's homeroom only) read pp. 600-605. Answer questions found in the captions for pictures on pages 601, 602, 603, and 604.Test on Chapters 21 and 22 will be next Tuesday.Science -- complete your drawing of the cell cycle. Use your textbook (pp. 40-41) as a model and incorporate information about the phases of mitosis from the handout.Geography -- Canada map test will be 12/19.12/8/08--Math 64 -- The rehearsal schedule for the Advent Concert has shifted the schedule for the math test. We will review tomorrow (Tuesday) and then take the test on Wednesday. The Greatest Baseball Players project will still be due that day.Social Studies -- Read pp. 595-599, answer questions 1, 3, 5, and 6.The test for chapters 21 and 22 (South America) is tentatively scheduled for next Tuesday, 12/16.Geography -- the Canada map test will be given 12/19.12/5/08--Math 64 -- Students have a "practice test" to be used to prepare for the data and graphing test. We will review this material on Monday, 12/8. The test will be given on Tuesday, 12/9.The Greatest Baseball Players of All Time project will be due on Wednesday, 12/10.Math 63 -- finish the Interpreting Graphs Practice worksheet.Social Studies -- read pp. 585-589. Complete the Argentina worksheet.Geography -- Canada map test will be given on 12/1912/4/08--Math 64 -- Students have a "practice test" to be used to prepare for the data and graphing test. We will review this material on Monday, 12/8. The test will be given on Tuesday, 12/9.Students are working in class on a project about The Greatest Baseball Players of All Time. This project will be due on Wednesday, 12/10.Math 63 -- pages 88-89, problems 3-12.Science -- p. 39, question 2.Geography -- The Canada map test will be given on 12/19.12/3/08--Social Studies -- Worksheet of "Cacique" rule. Textbook, p. 575.Science -- finish cell size model cubes.Geography -- Canada map test will be given on 12/19.12/2/08--Science/Health -- finish the "Poster Walk" forms.12/1/08 --Math 63 -- pp. 82 & 83, problems 3, 4, 9-12Science -- Read article about antimicrobial soaps. Write a 3-5 paragraph summary of the article. Here's the link to the article if you need to find it:http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/09/AR2007110902114_pf.htmlGeography -- Canada test will be given on 12/19.

A Question for Parents -- Communication?

In the last couple of weeks, I've modified my approach to my weekly parent memo. Instead of filling in the number of missing assignments for each child (on a hard copy of the report that many parents never seem to see anyway), I've started simply listing those students who have missing work -- by name. My intent, on a week to week basis, is to keep parents informed about the work that is going on in my classes, and to make it easy for all of you to monitor the level of your student's performance. I think it is important for parents to know when work is turned in, graded, and returned to their student. Unfortunately, 6th graders are capable of making that simple bit of communication very difficult if they decide to do that. Listing students names is a simple, direct way of giving parents a "heads up" that there may be an issue. To tell the truth, I sort of feel that students who don't turn in assignments should know that we KNOW they are missing the mark. At least that is how I see it, but today, I got an email from one mother suggesting that I am hurting people's feelings and creating an issue. Since she is the only one to contact me about this, I am unsure whether this is a widespread perception that almost no one is talking to me about, or really just something that one parent is worried about. I need your help on this one... I am not interested in embarrasing anyone or causing an uproar. I really need to know -- Does seeing your child's name on a list of students who have work missing cause you great distress? Am I shining light on something that people would rather not have be seen? Is this something I need to rethink? Have I taken one problem and created another, worse one in the process of trying to fix it? I suppose the prudent thing to do is to suspend this practice until I know how parents would like me to proceed... Thanks for your consideration of all of this, Sue

November Assignments -- Archive

11/21/08--Math 64 -- finish the "Interpreting Graphs" Practice sheets.11/20/08--Math 63 -- pp. 77-78, problems 4, 5, 9-12Health -- read pp. 198-203. Take notes.Geography-- S. America test will be given tomorrow.11/19/08--Math 63 -- p. 73-74, problems 4-12 (even)Math 64 -- p. 88-89, problems 5-12Social Studies -- Read ch. 21, lesson 1 and complete the "framed" notes.Geography-- S. America test will be given on Nov. 21.11/18/08--Health -- read pp. 192-197, questions 1,2, 3, 5Math 63 -- organize data from least to greatest so we can make a Stem and Leaf plot of the presidents' ages in class.Social Studies -- finish timelines from chapter 24Science -- Lab Write-up for the "Egg-speriment" is due on Weds. 11/19.Geography-- S. America test will be given on Nov. 21.11/17/08--Math 63 -- organize data from least to greatest so we can make a Stem and Leaf plot of the presidents' ages in class.Social Studies -- finish timelines from chapter 24Science -- Lab Write-up for the "Egg-speriment" is due on Weds. 11/19.Geography-- S. America test will be given on Nov. 21.Field Trip -- Permission slips and show money are due. Students should also be given bus fare for the Metro: $1.50 each way for a total of $3.00. Please do send correct change for bus fare.REMEMBER to bring canned goods for the food drive.11/14/08--Health -- read pages 186-191. Take notes on your "video quiz" pages, OR you may take notes on a separate sheet of paper and attach them to your "video quiz" page.Science -- Lab Write-up for the "Egg-speriment" is due on Weds. 11/19.Geography-- S. America test will be given on Nov. 21.Field Trip -- Permission slips and show money are due. Students should also be given bus fare for the Metro: $1.50 each way for a total of $3.00. Please do send correct change for bus fare.REMEMBER to bring canned goods for the food drive.11/13/08--Math 64-- P. 82-83, problems 4-20 (even). Determining the range is optional. Extra credit if you can figure it out.Math 63 -- P. 70, problems 1-10Social Studies -- Write 3 facts that you have learned from each section of Chapter 24. Your work must be in complete sentences.Science -- Lab Write-up for the "Egg-speriment" is due on Weds. 11/19.Geography-- S. America test will be given on Nov. 21.Field Trip -- Permission slips and show money are due. Students should also be given bus fare for the Metro: $1.50 each way for a total of $3.00. Please do send correct change for bus fare.11/12/08--Math 63 -- pages 67&68, problems 3-17 (odd)Science -- Lab Write-up for the "Egg-speriment" is due on Weds. 11/19.Geography-- S. America test will be given on Nov. 21.Field Trip -- Permission slips and show money are due. Students should also be given bus fare for the Metro: $1.50 each way for a total of $3.00. Please do send correct change for bus fare.11/11/08--Math 64-- p. 74, 9-17Math -- Data and Graphing using USA Today Snapshots project is due tomorrow. Students may also do extra credit work from the Cool Graphing Website: www.mrnussbaum.com/coolgraphing.htmExtra credit can be earned for completing the line graph, bar graph, circle graph, and ice cream graphing activities.Geography-- S. America test will be given on Nov. 21.Field Trip -- Permission slips and show money are due. Students should also be given bus fare for the Metro: $1.50 each way for a total of $3.00. Please do send correct change for bus fare.11/10/08--Science -- Groups need to remember to bring the final solution for their egg-speriment.Geography-- S. America test will be given on Nov. 21.Field Trip -- Permission slips and show money are due. Students should also be given bus fare for the Metro: $1.50 each way for a total of $3.00. Please do send correct change for bus fare.11/7/08--Math 63 -- P. 64, problems 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10Social Studies -- 12-Choice projects are due on Monday.Geography -- South America map test will be given on November 21.11/6/08--Health-- Students will be talking with parents about immunization records and the possible need to have boosters. They will share an article from the Cleveland Clinc. Here's the website address: http://my.clevelandclinic.org/services/Immunization/hic_Vaccinations_For_Kids_of_All_Ages.aspxInformation is to be recorded in the table provided.Math 64 -- P. 70, problems 1-10Math 63 -- Finish the 24-hour day circle graph and label it with fractions for each part.11/5/08--Math 64 -- pp. 67 & 68, problems 3-21 (odd)Health -- Read pages 182-185Social Studies -- 12-choice projects are due on 11/1011/4/08--Math 63 -- pp. 58-59, problems 6-9, 11-14Math 64 -- P, 64, problems 1-10Social Studies -- Chapter 24 12-choice project assignment due Monday, 11/1011/03-08 --Math 63 -- Finish By Golly, By Gum line graphMath 64 -- Finish circle graph and label with fractionsSocial Studies -- (room 205 only) SQ3R, survey and write one question for chapter 24 lessons. You should have 6 questions -- one for each lesson.12-Choice project for Chapter 24 will be due on Monday, 11/10.

Homework Archive -- October

10/31/08--61 Science (room 205) -- choose one question from the list we created about the iodine/starch test. Write a paragraph describing some way that you could explore or test further to answer your question. Questions are listed in the post found on this page.10/30/08--Math 64 -- pp. 58-59, problems 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16Social Studies -- Write a paragraph that discusses what you learned during the presidential election project -- either from your own research or from the presentations of other groups.Geography -- North America and Island Nations tests will be given 10/30 and 10/3110/29/08 --Math 63 -- find an example of a bar graph or a line graph to share. Due Friday.Math 64 -- Line Graph for By Golly, By Gum project data.Geography -- North America and Island Nations tests will be given 10/30 and 10/31Social Studies -- list 2 or 3 symbols of American independence. Draw and color a picture of one of the symbols you listed.Remember to finish your Presidential Election project if you didn't get it done in computer class. I will be grading this work over the weekend.10/28/08--Math 64 -- find an example of a bar graph or a line graph to share.Geography -- North America and Island Nations tests will be given 10/30 and 10/31Social Studies -- list 2 or 3 symbols of American independence. Draw and color a picture of one of the symbols you listed.10/27/08--Math 63 -- p. 55, problems 7, 8, 1010/23/08--Math 63-- pp. 52-53, problems 4, 6, 12, 13, 16Math 64 -- p. 55, problems 4, 5, 7, 8, 10Geography -- North America and Island Nations tests will be given October 30 and 31. Students are to prepare a chant, song, or poem about Island Nations and their locations. Due Monday, 10/2710/22/08--Social Studies -- Ch. 23 test tomorrow.Geography -- North America and Island Nations tests will be given October 30 and 31. Students are to prepare a chant, song, or poem about Island Nations and their locations. Due Monday, 10/27.10/21/08--Social Studies -- test is Thursday. Study Guide is on the web page.Science -- cell models are due Wednesday.Geography -- North America and Island Nations tests will be given October 30 and 31. Students are to prepare a chant, song, or poem about Island Nations and their locations. Due Monday, 10/27.10/20/08--Social Studies -- Chapter 23, Culture, and Social Justice test on Thursday. We will review tomorrow.Math 63 -- Frequency Table practice using the "TV in the Bedroom" article.Math 64 -- Lesson 2-1 Foldable notes should include all the vocabulary and at least one example problem.Science -- P. 37, questions 1 & 2.Your cell model is due on Wednesday.Geography -- Island Nations song, poem or chant due Monday, 10/27.10/17/08--Math 63 -- Make the Chapter 2 foldable from p. 49Math 64 -- Frequency Table practice using the "TV in the Bedroom" article.Geography -- Island Nations song, poem, or chant. Due 10/27. Here's a bit of inspiration: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0y8jkfXoX8Social Studies -- Test on Ch. 23, culture, and social justice is scheduled for Thursday, 10/23. Students have a study guide and Chapter review questions from the textbook: pp. 640-641, questions 2,5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12, 13, 1610/16/08--Math 64 -- Make the Chapter 2 foldable from p. 4910/15/08--Science -- Build an animal cell model. Students have the handout for this activity. Due 10/22.Social Studies -- Read pp. 636-639. Answer questions 1 & 2 on p. 639.Math -- Complete the Shotzee Number Game Report form.Math -- Repair for the Chapter 1 test is due by Friday.Geography -- Island Nations flash cards are due next Friday, 10/17. I will put copies of the flags up here on the webpage.North America map test will be given on 10/30. Island Nations test will be given on 10/31.10/14/08--Math -- students received their graded math tests today. Those who choose to do so may "repair" their grades by working the problems assigned on the "Repair" assignment sheet for each incorrect problem on the test. Due Friday.Geography -- Island Nations flash cards are due next Friday, 10/17. I will put copies of the flags up here on the webpage.North America map test will be given on 10/30. Island Nations test will be given on 10/31.10/10/08--Geography -- Island Nations flash cards are due next Friday, 10/17. I will put copies of the flags up here on the webpage.North America map test will be given on 10/30. Island Nations test will be given on 10/31.Enjoy your long weekend!10/9/08--Science (room 205 only) -- write a few sentences about a way to test or experiment as a way of finding an answer to one of the questions that you wrote during today's "lab."10/8/08--Math -- study for the test tomorrow.Science (room 204 only) -- write a few sentences about a way to test or experiment as a way of finding an answer to one of the questions that you wrote during today's "lab."10/7/08 --Math test is scheduled for Thursday. Students have the study guide.10/6/08 --Math -- the math test is scheduled for Thursday. Students have a study guide (which VERY closely resembles the test).10/3/08--Math -- all math students work on p. 41, problems 8-13, and 16-19Math Test will be scheduled for next week beginning on Thursday. Depending on Terra Nova testing, the test may be administered on Friday, or into the following week. Students will receive a study guide on Monday, but may begin preparing using the Review and Study pages at the end of Chapter 1.10/2/08--Math -- all math students should complete the worksheet for lesson 1-7Science -- complete the chapter 2 vocabulary preview worksheet.10/1/08 --Math -- students should complete the foldables notes for lessons through 1-7. I recommend that students include vocabulary, key concepts, and examples from each lesson in their notes. Due before the upcoming math test which will occur next week.

August and September Assignments -- Archive

9/30/08--Math 64-- p. 36, problems 8, 10, 19, 21, 35Math 63-- p. 36, problems 3, 5, 7, 12, 15Science -- Study for the test9/29/08--Social Studies -- Worksheet for Ch. 23, Lesson 1Science -- test on Wednesday.Parent Note: Terra Nova testing will begin in 6th grade next week.9/26/08--Science -- Chapter 1 test is scheduled for Weds., Oct. 1. I will have a study guide for you on Monday. Begin preparing using the review in the textbook, pages 22-23, questions 1-9, 12, 15-17, and 20.Your "Plant a Sock" project is due on Monday.Math -- Guess and Check worksheet.9/25/09--Geography -- map test tomorrowScience -- P. 16, problem 3.Plant a sock. Due 9/29Math 64 -- p. 33, problems 4&59/24/08--Social Studies -- Read the two short articles from Barack Obama and John McCain. Answer the questions on the form in your packet. Answers should be written as short (3-5 sentence) paragraphs. You may use a separate sheet of paper if needed.Science --plant a sock. Due Monday, 9/29.Geography -- Map test is Friday.9/23/08Science -- plant a sock. See student handout. Information available on my webpage.Math 64-- P. 30, problems 12-42 (even), 46Math 63 -- P. 30, problems 11-19.Geography -- map test on Friday.9/22/08--No homework tonight. Study for the map test.9/19/08--Math 64-- Pages 26-27, problems 5, 7, 10, 20, 27, 32, 34, 35, 38Math 63 -- Pages 26-27, problems 5, 7, 10, 20, 27, 32Social Studies -- Finish your culture poster.Geography -- study for the Continents test. There are links in the post about this on the webpage.9/18/08--No assignments tonight.Remember that you have a Continents map test scheduled for 9/26.Please donate old magazines if you have them. We use them for a variety of "poster" projects througout the year. Thanks!9/17/08--Math classes -- work to finish the exponents practice worksheet.Social Studies -- We began work today on our Presidential Election Project. All students can access both my main blog page, and also my webquest pages. Many students have signed up for the seven "Group" sites -- those who have not should have received a second invitation. You do need to sign up for all seven sites so that you can participate in any group as we work through the school year.For tonight, write a 1-3 sentence question (something you wonder about) or discovery (something interesting you learned) about the work you did on the project in class today.9/16/08--Remember to get your papers signed.Sell those magazine subscriptions! :-)9/15/08--Science -- Make "Classification System Acrostics"to help you remember the levels: Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species. Use construction paper provided.Math 63 -- P. 20, problems 1-5, 8, 10, 12, 14Math 64 -- P. 20, problems 1-5, 8, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 34.9/12/08--Math -- p. 16, problems 8-12, 43, and 44Geography-- Continents map test is 9/26.9/11/08--I was not at school today, but was home ill. If you are having trouble with the assigned homework, we can discuss it tomorrow when I (hopefully) return to school.Social Studies -- Read chapter 23 in the textbook. Students should compile a list of vocabulary from their reading, and find definitions for these words.Math— finish the mini-lab questions from p. 14, and Read the lesson (pages 14-15), and fill out the appropriate note section on their foldable.Science— Answer questions 1 and 2 on page 13. Then, using the classification chart on pages 10 and 11, make a chart that describes each level of classification, and tells how each level differs from the level above it.9/10/08--Social Studies -- Read the Presidential Election Webquest packet so that you know what will be required from you during this project.Math (63 and 64)-- Complete your "foldable" notes for lesson 1-2.9/9/08--Geography -- The Continents map test will be given on September 26.64 Math -- Students are to test for "divisibility" (by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10) for these numbers:221057661633611216263 Math -- Students are to complete the table for "divisibility" (by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10) for these numbers:22105766163361124301629/8/08--Graded work was returned today. Parents should review and sign the memo that accompanies this work.Geography -- The Continents map test will be given on September 26.Health -- 12-choice presentations on material in chapter 3 are due tomorrow.Other -- Thank you to those of you who have responded to the invitation to join the student webpages. It is necessary for you to join all 7 pages so that students can post their work on any of the group pages. If I do not have your email address, or if you have not accepted the invitations to join, I cannot give your student the access needed for this type of work.9/5/08--Math -- make factor rainbows. (see example post)Geography -- The Continents Map Test is September 26. Students worked on preparing study guides today. Unlike 4th and 5th grade, most studying for map tests happens outside of school at this level. There will be a few more class periods dedicated to this material, but I'd recommend that students schedule a regular 10 or 15 minute map review as part of their regular homework.Social Studies -- Family history and culture presentation is due Monday.Health -- 12-choice presentations on Chapter 3 are due Tuesday.9/4/08--Math -- Finish the "foldable" from p. 5.Science -- read pp. 6-9, complete vocabulary graphic organizers for "biosphere," "species," and "adaptation."Social Studies -- Expl0re your family history and culture -- items to share are due on Monday, 9/8.Health -- 12-choice presentations (chapter 3) are due on Tuesday, 9/9.9/3/08--Math -- Finish your adding machine tape "problem solving strategy" problem. You can choose either problem 4 or problem 5 from page 8. The steps for solving problems are listed on page 6 in your textbook.9/2/08--Health -- 12-Choice Project. Students choose a method of presenting material based on Chapter 3 (pp.66-83) in the health textbook. Students have the 12-choice handout and rubric. Due in one week, on 9/9.Math -- Finish Getting Started Assessment on p.5, problems 1-26.8/29/08--Science: Some of you need to complete the "learning Styles" survey so we can talk about that on Tuesday. Hopefully, it shouldn't take you very long.Social Studies-- Find 2 news articles related to issues of "Social Justice." Be sure that you can describe how your article relates to the seven social justice teachings that we read about in class. Due Weds., 9/38/28/08--Math -- finish the "How to Use Your Math Book" activity.Science/Health -- Finish answering the questions about brain structure and learning:1. Are there ever times when you are scared or nervous at school?2. Can you think of things that might happen in your life that could cause you to feel strong emotional reactions?3. What do you need to make you feel safe, secure, and welcome at school?4. What can you do to make everyone feel safe, secure, and welcome here at school?8/27/08--Cover your new science book and all other hardcover books.If you haven't turned in your "parent paperwork" get that signed.Share the letters about email adresses and the Danica McKellar math book with parents.8/26/08 --Cover all hardback books.Get "parent paperwork" filled out, signed, etc.Finish the "Hopes and Dreams" worksheet so that you can share with classmates tomorrow.

May assignment archive

May 29, 2008 --Math 64 -- P. 30, problems 4-26 (even)Finish thank you notes for Muslim visitors/helpersScience -- log your automobile miles on the "Give your car a Break" trip log.May 28, 2008-- Science -- log your automobile trip miles on the "Give yur Car a Break" log sheet.Math 63 -- Order of operations worksheet.REMEMBER YOUR FIELD TRIP PERMISSION SLIP!May 26, 2008-- Math 63 -- correct your fraction test.Social Studies -- permission slips and money for the mosque tour and lunch at TAZ must be returned by Thursday.May 23, 2008 --Science -- write your opinion on "An Inconvienient =Truth." Support your opinion with 3 pieces of evidence or data.May 21, 2008--64 Math -- students received the fraction test back. they may choose to correct errors to gain 1/2 credit. Optional.Science -- students are to complete work begun in the computer lab concerning the environment (see my Webquest page for details). Students should write a short description of somethng that they or their family could do to reduce their ecological footprint, or conserve / protect the water supply.May 20, 2008--No homework tonight.2:00 Dismissal tomorrow.May 19, 2008 --Math -- Fraction Test tomorrowMay 16, 2008--Science -- p. 702. Describe the problem. Propose a solution. Discuss pluses and minuses of your solution.May 14, 2008 --Science (rm. 204) -- do the Discover Activity on p. 688 of your textbookMay 13, 2008--No homework tonight. If you forgot to bring your dirt for science, you can bring it tomorrow.May 12, 2008--Social Studies -- study for Chapter 13 test.Science -- bring about 1/3 of a cupful of dirt from your yard or garden.May 9, 2008--Science -- read pages 688-693. Write a list of the main ideas from each section.Dragon project portraits and questions are due by Monday.Social Studies -- complete the chapter review (pages 372-373) to help you study for the test on Tuesday.May 8, 2008--Math 63 -- decimals test tomorrow (+ - x /). You can practice with problems from your text book, beginning on p. 600 -- 602.Social Studies -- we've begun preparing for International Fair. Student groups should be making plans for costumes, cooking, and rehearsing their presentation outside of class.May 7, 2008--Math 63 -- pp. 154-155, problems 3-12, 20, 28Social Studies -- P. 369, questions 1-4. The chapter 13 test will be on Tuesday.We will begin working on posters for the International Fair tomorrow. Groups need to have poster materials here at school in order to begin working on this part of the project.Math 64 -- finish fraction multiplication page from packet.May 6, 2008 --Math 63-- p. 146, problems 12-17Social Studies -- Would you work for Henry Ford?Write a one page essay to answer this question:Become a worker. In 1922 Henry Ford offered workers $5.00 a day (double that of any other car factory) to work for him for 12 hours a day and follow his rules: no talking, no singing, no leaning or sitting, no smiling, no whispering, no drinking, etc. Men jumped at the chance to work for Ford. Write a 1 page essay about working in the factories, following all of Ford's rules. Would you take this job or not. Explain your answeresMay 5, 2008--Social Studies -- interview a parent, grandparent, or similar "older" adult about the "changes" that they can remember in their lifetimes. Write a 3-5 paragraph report about what you discover.Math 64 -- quiz on "decimal math" will be tomorrow. Practice problems can be found on pp. 600-602 or your textbook.May 2,2008 --Math 63 -- p. 143, 10-21, 26Science -- p. 93, Analyze and Conclude, 1-3Social Studies -- p. 353, Question 6 (include an illustration)Math 64 -- p. 154-155, 3-12, 20, 28, 37, 41, 42May 1, 2008--Science -- finish the traits survey (pp. 92-93)Math 63 -- p. 123, problems 3-6, 20-22, 31, 32

April Homework -- Archive

April 30, 2008-- Social Studies -- Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformation test is tomorrow.April 29, 2008 --Math 63-- retest for Geometry.Social Studies test is Thursday.April 28, 2008 --Social Studies test on Thursday. Work on the Chapter Review: pages 318-319, questions 1-5 and 7-16.Math-64 -- Finish "Decimals" packet. You do not have to complete the last page (176).Math-63 -- Finish the "Geometry packet. April 22, 2008 -- USA Map Test is scheduled for Thursday, April 24.Math -- Zoo Math Days packets will be due on Thursday.Social Studies -- read pp. 314-317.Science -- Read pp. 86-91. Answer questions 1-4 on p. 91.April 21, 2008 --USA Map Test is scheduled for Thursday, April 24.Math -- Zoo Math Days packets will be due on Thursday.April 18, 2008 --USA Map Test is scheduled for Thursday, April 24.April 13, 2008 --Get Zoo Permission slips signed.Math 64 -- p. 123, problems 3-6, 20-22, 31, and 32Math 63 -- Measuring Angles practice worksheetApril 10, 2008 --Social Studies (rm. 204) -- perspective drawing worksheet activity. See blog posts for some information on this topic.Math 64 -- Quadrilaterals Practice worksheetMath 63 -- p. 524, problems 1d, 1e, 8, 14, 15April 9, 2008 --Social Studies -- Renaissance Timeline Project. Due Monday, April 14April 8, 2008 --Math 64 -- Polygon Capture game questions.April 7, 2008 --Math 63 -- Geometric Constructions test will be Tuesday.Social Studies -- I will check study guide materials for the USA map test on Tuesday.April 4, 2008--Science Test -- Chapter 1. Monday, April 7Math 64 -- Assessment for "geometric constructions" -- Friday, April 4Math 64 -- prepare game pieces for "Polygon Capture." Due Monday.Math 63 -- Assessment for "geometric constructions" -- Wednesday, April 9.Social Studies -- read pp. 304-309. Answer questions 1-5.April 2, 2oo8--Science Test -- Chapter 1. Monday, April 7Math 64 -- assessment for "geometric constructions" -- Friday, April 4Math 64 -- pp. 524-525, problems 1d, 1e, 8, 14, 15Social Studies/Math -- China questions/polyhedra project is due Thursday.Health -- discuss drug abuse handout with parents. Get a parent signature after your discussion.April 1, 2008 --Health -- discuss the warning signs of drug abuse (from the packet) with a parent, and get their signature. Due Thursday.Math/Social Studies -- Chinese Questions / Polyhedra project is due on Thursday.Math 64 -- Geometric Constructions Assessment will be Friday.Science -- Chapter 1 test will be Monday.

Parent Communications

The purpose of the weekly homework packet and attached "parent memo" is to provide parents with regular information about the progress and performance of the students in my classes. This week, 24 out of 42 sixth grade students failed to return the signed parent memo from the homework packet. Certainly, this is a concern from the standpoint that students lose "participation points" when this simple communication loop is not closed. However, the much larger issue is that I fear many parents are not keeping up with the kinds of work their students are turning in. The potential for serious academic problems to arise without at least some "oversight" is fairly significant. Please help me to keep your students on track by checking for those weekly homework packets. Thanks!

February Homework -- Archived

February 29, 2008 (Leap Day?) --Math 63 -- p. 574. Finish the lab and do problems 1-4Social Studies -- The Europe Map Tests are scheduled for March 17 & 19.February 28, 2008 -- Math 64 -- p. 572, problems 4-12Social Studies -- Africa Test (part 2) is tomorrow.Science -- remember to bring items to use in constructing your cell model poster.February 27, 2008 --Social Studies -- read pp. 287-293. Answer questions 2-4 on p. 293.Africa Test (part 2) will be given on Friday.Science -- we will begin construction of cell models in class on Thursday. Remember to bring your materials so that you are ready to work with your group.February 26, 2008 --Social Studies -- complete the packet that accompanies the reading for section 4: pages 254-277.The first Africa Test is tomorrow.Math 64 -- finish the mini-lab, p. 574: Questions 1-4.February 25, 2008 --Science -- finish coloring the animal and plant cell pages. Answer the questions on each page.Math 64-- finish your "net" for your rectangular prism.Africa tests are scheduled for Wednesday and Friday this week.February 21, 2008 --Science -- read pp. 34-the middle of page 41. **There could be a quiz on this material...February 20, 2008 --Social Studies -- finish the portion of your Africa packet that refers to the textbook. It begins at the bottom of the 3rd page and continues to the end. Textbook pages 268-272.February 19, 2008 --Math 63 -- finish the Introduction to Patty Paper Geometry packet exercises 0A, 0B, and 0C. Bring a box for math class by Monday, Feb. 25.February 14, 2008 --Bring your box for math class... Math 64 needs theirs by 2/19, and Math 63 needs theirs by 2/25February 11. 2008 --Social Studies -- Read pp. 260-264. Answer questions 1-5 on p. 264Math 63 -- What is Geometry?Math 63 -- Complete the introductory activities for Patty Paper Geometry.February 7, 2008 --Math 63-- Test tomorrow.Math 64 -- What is Geometry?February 6, 2008 --Math 63 -- Chapter 12 test will be Friday. Students have a practice test to help them prepare. We will go over this in class tomorrow.Social Studies -- Creation Stories projects are due on Friday.February 5, 2008 --Math 63 -- pp. 496 & 497, problems 4-9, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27. Chapter 12 Test will be Friday. I will have a practice test for you on Wednesday.Math 64 -- Chapter 12 Test is tomorrow.Social Studies -- Your Creation Stories project is due on Friday.February 4, 2008 --Math 64 -- Chapter 12 test -- WEdnesdaySocial Studies -- Creation Stories project is due Friday.