Students will continue their study of fiction particularly folktales by reading the short story, "Young Arthur." Students can get to know a little about King Arthur by watching the video below:
In addition, students can follow the links below for additional information:
http://library.thinkquest.org/TQ0311785/id4.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/King_Arthur
Friday, October 8, 2010
Three Day Weekend
Students and parents are reminded that school is not in session on Monday in observance of Columbus Day. Enjoy your long weekend!
Elements of Fiction Rap
Today in class, students learned about the five elements of fiction. Students can review these elements by rewatching the PowerPoint presentation from today's class and/or linking to a song that defines and explains these elements by clicking the link below:
http://www.flocabulary.com/fivethings.html
http://www.flocabulary.com/fivethings.html
Students of the Week
The following students earned the distinction of Student of the Week for the week of October 4th to October 8th:
Period One - Wa Hi D.
Period Two - Tim W.
Period Three - Eannette P.
Period Five - Bonke R.
Congratulations!
Period One - Wa Hi D.
Period Two - Tim W.
Period Three - Eannette P.
Period Five - Bonke R.
Congratulations!
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
The Next Weekly Editorial
Students are asked to compare and contrast a successful student with an unsuccessful student. Students will brainstorm ideas using a Venn diagram and then organize their thoughts using our flow chart planner. The final editorial should be four paragraphs and include:
- an introduction
- body paragraph one
- body paragraph two
- conclusion
Students of the Week for 9/27 to 10/1
Congratulations to the Students of the Week for 9/27 to 10/1:
Period One - Natale D.
Period Two - Faizan H.
Period Three - Johnny D.
Period Five - Geneve C.
Period One - Natale D.
Period Two - Faizan H.
Period Three - Johnny D.
Period Five - Geneve C.
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