Thursday, October 4, 2018
Today we will visit the library and learn about the Dewey decimal system.
Then, we will spend all of fifth period writing chapter 24 for The Giver. If you don't finish during class, this is homework.
Remember, you need to have 30 points on Reading Counts by Wednesday, October 10.  

Wednesday, October 3, 2018
First we will be working on the conventions of writing dialogue.  Then, you will practice writing dialogue again, choosing from one of 40 different statements. Check Google Classroom for both assignments.
Then we will do a few hook exercises and begin our first narrative.

Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Today, with partners, you will be participating in the simulation "Can you stop the fall of Rome?" and writing a reflection (in Google Classroom).  
Also, you will be writing dialogue practice, starting with this dialogue:

“With that cheat sheet in your lap,” she said.  “I saw it.”

This assignment is also in Google Classroom.  If either of these assignments is not completed during class, it is homework!

Monday, October 1, 2018
I am out today.  I expect a good report from the guest teacher. Remember, you need to have 30 points in Reading Counts by Wednesday, October 10.
During fourth period, go to Google Classroom and access the assignment.  When you have completed it, submit the assignment. If you don't finish during class, it is homework. When you're done, please read.
During fifth period, Mrs. Waistell will be in to do further work in writing dialogue.

Friday, September 28, 2018
We will review our vocabulary tests next week.  If you want to retake the test, you may come in Tuesday, October 3 at lunch and retake it.
Today we will do a close reading on Rome.  Find the article and worksheet in Google Classroom.

1) First, read the article.

2) Next, highlight the achievements and contributions of Rome.

3) Then answer the questions on the right in complete sentences.
4) Finally, watch the video about being a teenager in Rome: link

Thursday, September 27, 2018
Today we will watch the movie "The Giver". Enjoy!  

Wednesday, September 26, 2018
Today is the cumulate vocabulary test on The Giver! Good luck!
After lunch, we will be working on identifying parts of the story arc.
Tomorrow, your one-pager on The Giver is due.