Week 10.14-10.18

  

Week at a Glance:

   

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As of this week, we will begin a new science-related unit. In this unit, we will explore what playing means for animals and how it connects to animal adaptations and natural selection. We will also learn an important reading strategy: identifying main ideas and supporting details in various academic texts. Finally, we will conclude the unit by writing an argumentative essay or choosing other options to demonstrate your mastery of the content.

Additionally, as the presidential election draws near, we will closely follow the election news, learn about the candidates from both the Democratic and Republican parties, and explore how their policies may impact our lives over the next four years. Of course, we will also celebrate Halloween, one of our favorite holidays, together.

Ms. Zhang

Learning objectives of the week: 

• I can make connections between my own knowledge and experience and how playing helps a species learn to adapt.
• I can summarize some key points of a new report. 
• I can effectively use academic vocabulary in speaking, reading, and writing. 

Class Activities :

1.  Think-Write-Pair-Share

2. Gather information from a news report and summarize the key points

2. Anticipatory Guide Discussion 

3. Interact with vocabulary  

Assignments (will be graded):

• ALL above 
• Class participation 

Day 1: 

Activity 1: Think-draw-pair-share

• Take a few minutes to draw a picture depicting something fun or memorable you did during your fall break. 
• Once you’re done, pair up with a classmate to share your drawing and explain what makes the experience special to you.

Activity 2: CNN 10 US Election Final Stretch | October 14, 2024

CNN 10 Video Thinking Notes

Assignments to turn in: 

• CNN 10 Video Thinking Notes

Day 2: 

Activity 1:  Think-Write-Pair-Share

Google Slides 

Assignments to turn in: 

• Think-Write-Pair-Share Notes

Day 3:  

Activity 1: Anticipatory Guide Discussion 

Activity 2: Interact with Vocabulary 

Assignments to turn in: 

• Anticipatory Guide Discussion Handout
• Vocabulary Google Slides (due next week Friday)

Day 4: Review/Recap

• Assignment/Homework make-up 
• IXL/I-Ready
• Educational Game Day