Today we did a bit of reading and then moved into portfolio work.
I read students an exerpt from a book that includes sensory writing...this is something that students will have to try on their own soon. Students shared their reading and goals
We will not have anymore time in class to work on collecting quotes or images for the collage. On Friday we will work on Audience and Purpose and then begin to draft the writing for the portfolio project.
Homework: READ!!! Students should be well into their first independent novels
Portfolio project is due on October 15th.
Thursday, October 9, 2014
Monday, October 6, 2014
Monday Oct 6th
Another busy busy day in English class.
We started with a new seating plan - students were really efficient about finding their seats, getting work out and ready and beginning to read their independent novels.
Reading goals for Term 1 are in the edit stage. Remember your goal must be SMART and have a solid plan for your reading this term. Today we added the novel list sheet to binders - a place to record all the reading that you do from now until Christmas.
Audience and Purpose Part 1 - who writes at work and for what purpose? We considered different jobs, what they have to write, and what the purpose of that writing is.
Portfolio Project - DUE OCT 15th. We got started today by going over specifics and getting a few visuals. You will get some more time next day to work on this.
HOMEWORK: READ!!! You should have an independent novel. Spend at least 30 minutes (in addition to ER) reading each and everyday!
We started with a new seating plan - students were really efficient about finding their seats, getting work out and ready and beginning to read their independent novels.
Reading goals for Term 1 are in the edit stage. Remember your goal must be SMART and have a solid plan for your reading this term. Today we added the novel list sheet to binders - a place to record all the reading that you do from now until Christmas.
Audience and Purpose Part 1 - who writes at work and for what purpose? We considered different jobs, what they have to write, and what the purpose of that writing is.
Portfolio Project - DUE OCT 15th. We got started today by going over specifics and getting a few visuals. You will get some more time next day to work on this.
HOMEWORK: READ!!! You should have an independent novel. Spend at least 30 minutes (in addition to ER) reading each and everyday!
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Thursday Oct 2nd
Today we talked about goal setting and how to set a goal that will actually work. Goals that get results are SMART - specific, measurable, appropriate, realistic, and time sensitive. Each student wrote a reading goal for Term One (now until Christmas Break) - reasons why, and a plan to achieve goal. I have read through all your goals and will return them to you next class for revision.
Classes then headed to the library to hear about some fantastic reads and choose a book to get started.
Next up - Portfolio project (please bring glue sticks, images, and quotes)
Overdue - any and all forms, "You Can Grow Your Intelligence" connections/response
Homework: READ - remember, your independent novel now comes to class with you each and every day.
Classes then headed to the library to hear about some fantastic reads and choose a book to get started.
Next up - Portfolio project (please bring glue sticks, images, and quotes)
Overdue - any and all forms, "You Can Grow Your Intelligence" connections/response
Homework: READ - remember, your independent novel now comes to class with you each and every day.
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Tuesday Sept 30th
Today we had our first quiz, completed a September Reading Survey, and finished off "You Can Grow Your Intelligence" connections and response.
On Thursday we will set a reading goal for Term 1 and spend some time in the library in order to get going with our independent reading for the term.
Overdue: Getting to Know You Form, parent slip
HOMEWORK: Binder setup (worth 5 marks, have it ready for me to check), all article work (connections and responses) needs to be handed in on Thursday too.
See you Thursday!
On Thursday we will set a reading goal for Term 1 and spend some time in the library in order to get going with our independent reading for the term.
Overdue: Getting to Know You Form, parent slip
HOMEWORK: Binder setup (worth 5 marks, have it ready for me to check), all article work (connections and responses) needs to be handed in on Thursday too.
See you Thursday!
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Thursday Sept 25th
Blog bonus marks, making connections, and the brain...we were busy today.
Please make sure that you are ready for: Classroom Expectations Quiz on Mon Sept 30th and Binder Check on Wed Oct 2nd. If you've still got any parent contact forms or Getting to Know You Sheets please hand them in asap.
Today we talked about how and why good readers make connections with what they are reading. There are 3 types of connections: Text to Text, Text to Self, and Text to World. We read "You Can Grow Your Intelligence" and practised making connections - this is something that we will do when we read throughout the year. We will finish off Chunk 3 (1-1) and a written response (both blocks) together next week.
Have a great weekend - see you Tuesday!
Please make sure that you are ready for: Classroom Expectations Quiz on Mon Sept 30th and Binder Check on Wed Oct 2nd. If you've still got any parent contact forms or Getting to Know You Sheets please hand them in asap.
Today we talked about how and why good readers make connections with what they are reading. There are 3 types of connections: Text to Text, Text to Self, and Text to World. We read "You Can Grow Your Intelligence" and practised making connections - this is something that we will do when we read throughout the year. We will finish off Chunk 3 (1-1) and a written response (both blocks) together next week.
Have a great weekend - see you Tuesday!
Monday, September 22, 2014
At last...the 2014-15 school year begins!
Welcome back! I hope you had a wonderful summer break and are looking
forward to the possibilities of the school year ahead. I plan to
regularly post what is going on in class so that students and parents
can keep on top of assignments/tests etc. Plan to check this blog
regularly for updates, helpful links, and resources as well as upcoming
dates.
Sept 20th - Welcome to English 9
Today we had a chance to introduce ourselves to each other, learned the location of important places in the classroom and went over what to expect this year.
Get ready for Silent Reading/Independent Novels by choosing/finding a novel that you're interested in reading. All students are expected to read for 30 minutes a day...keep in mind that this is in addition to any Silent Reading at school. Remember that your job this year is to improve your reading and writing skills; daily practice is essential.
All students who post a comment on this blog after 3pm TODAY who identify their favourite novel will be awarded a bonus mark on the first quiz this term. You must state your first and last name and block (1-1 or 1-2) in order to be granted an extra mark on your first quiz (next week)...post a comment, that indentifies your favourite novel after 3pm TODAY and receive a free mark!
Sept 20th - Welcome to English 9
Today we had a chance to introduce ourselves to each other, learned the location of important places in the classroom and went over what to expect this year.
Get ready for Silent Reading/Independent Novels by choosing/finding a novel that you're interested in reading. All students are expected to read for 30 minutes a day...keep in mind that this is in addition to any Silent Reading at school. Remember that your job this year is to improve your reading and writing skills; daily practice is essential.
All students who post a comment on this blog after 3pm TODAY who identify their favourite novel will be awarded a bonus mark on the first quiz this term. You must state your first and last name and block (1-1 or 1-2) in order to be granted an extra mark on your first quiz (next week)...post a comment, that indentifies your favourite novel after 3pm TODAY and receive a free mark!
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Thursday April 4th
Today we wrote the chapter 16-22 quotations test. For next day please read chapter 23 and 24 - make sure to have 2 sticky notes per chapter that show a visual that relates to the reading. Make them good, I might have you hand these in.
Homework- read Ch 23/24 and include 2 sticky notes per chapter.
Homework- read Ch 23/24 and include 2 sticky notes per chapter.
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