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Class Notes - May 13

Literacy

We worked on the Fantasia unit.

7th Period Social Studies

We took the map test of China. Grades are posted on the Blog. We also read an article about the earthquake in China and wrote a letter from one of the following three perspectives:

1) A letter to President Bush asking him to send aid to China

2) A letter to a family member in the US telling him/her about your experiences in the earthquake

3) A letter to a friend in China telling him/her what you have heard about the situation

Your letter must include 10 pieces of factual information. If you did not finish the article in class, you may find a current article at msnbc.com or other news outlet.

Remember to prepare for your final exam on Tuesday.

8th Grade Social Studies

We worked on the Georgia Stories. We will work on these Wed & Thursday and we will present next Mon and Wed. Remember that the final exam is Tuesday.

Class Notes - May 13

Literacy

We got into groups and began working on Fantasia. Bring in any materials that you need for this project.

7th Social Studies

We presented the group timelines and played a game to show our knowledge of China. You will have a map of China test tomorrow and a Final Exam next Tuesday. There is a study guide attached to last Thursday's Blog. You can earn 5 Bonus points on the final by completing your study guide.

8th Social Studies

We continued to work on the Georgia Story presentations. You will have a final exam next Tuesday. You can earn 5 bonus points for a completed study guide.

Class Notes - May 7

Remember Field Day tomorrow. Bring towels and sunscreen. There will also be a concession stand.

Literacy

We presented our monologues today. Nice Job. We signed up for Fantasia and we will start that project on Monday.

7th Social Studies

We completed the Chinese Dynasty Timelines. We will present on Monday. You will have a test on the map of China next Tuesday. The Social Studies Final will be Tuesday, May 20th. A study guide is attached. I will also have hard copies in my room tomorrow.

Download 7th_grade_final_study_guide.doc

8th Social Studies

Work continued on the Georgia Stories Presentations. I am excited about seeing what you all came up with. The Social Studies Final will be Tuesday, May 20th. I handed out a study guide today and I have attached it to the Blog.

Download georgia_history_final_exam_study_guide.doc

Class Notes - May 6 & 7

Literacy

We worked on monologues. I gave you a sample monologue and a rubric. We will present these monologues tomorrow.

7th Social Studies

We worked in the China groups on Chinese names. We also read about the Great Wall and began work on a time line.

8th Grade Social Studies

We worked on Georgia Stories.

Class Notes - May 5

Literacy

We completed the Child Labor paragraph and turned it in for a grade. We also completed a primary document analysis of two photographs of children working. Tonight for homework finish reading "My Cotton Dress" or the Story of Mr. Coal and write a 1 page letter to me about your article. Your letter should include thoughts on the injustices in the story and how these injustices affected the entire community.

7th Grade Social Studies

You were asked to complete a map of China over the weekend. I collected this today. We presented the Tableau stories and we will finish tomorrow. I will collect the graphic organizer at the completion of the presentations. Bring in your book for a book check.

8th Grade Social Studies

We took a group court quiz. We discussed the guidelines and the rubric for the Georgia story. We will present these May 19 & 21. I am expecting great things. Be looking through your textbook. We will have a final exam for this class on May 20. I will prepare a study guide and give it to you later in the week. Also - remember to bring in your book for a book check.

Class Notes - May 2

Literacy

We wrote a summary from the Child Labor article and we started the photo analysis process with two pictures. No homework - enjoy the weekend.

7th Social Studies

You were given a map of China to complete for homework. We prepared the tableau skits for Monday. If you are the narrator, you were encouraged to bring your story home and practice.

8th Social Studies

We took a group court quiz. We discussed the guidelines and the rubric for the Geoorgia story project. We signed up for a group and we began working on the project.

Child Labor

Literacy

http://www.readwritethink.org/lesson_images/lesson289/web-child-labor.html

Class Notes - April 30

Literacy

We took the book test and read an article about Child Labor. If you did not finish the questions, here they are and they are due tomorrow.

What is the cause of child labor?

Where did the children work?

Describe a day in the life of a child laborer.

In

England

, where did the child labor force come from?

When and where did child labor appear in the

US

?

What jobs did children do in the

US

?

What were some of the concerns about child labor?

What steps did the

US

take to control it?

What restrictions were placed on child labor?

Is it still a problem today? Explain.

7th Grade Social Studies

We worked on our House Banner for the China unit with group members. Please make sure that all of your review sheets for Chapter 24 are completed by tomorrow.

8th Grade Social Studies

We worked on a group activity on the court system.

Class Notes - April 29

Literacy

Today we had a relaxing day. Please review for the book test which will be tomorrow.

7th Social Studies

We worked on Chapter 24 review sheets. They are due Thursday.

8th Grade

We corrected the Civil or Criminal cases activity that we did yesterday.

Class Notes - April 28

Literacy

We shared the last of the book projects. The book tests will be Wednesday.

7th Grade

We completed activity sheets for Chapter 24 sections 2 & 3. These are due on Wednesday.

8th Grade

We worked on an activity with the court system. If you were not here, please review pages 520 - 523 of your textbook to prepare for the CRCT.