English 6 - Waste - 1(A)-1(A) Assignments
- Instructor
- Steve Waste
- Term
- 2025-2026 Academic Year
- Department
- English Language Arts
- Description
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April 2026
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Upcoming Assignments
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Homework: Prepare for Socratic Seminar
Part 2: Bamboo in the Wind Socratic Discussion Graphic Organizer
Directions:
Use this graphic organizer to prepare notes for a Socratic discussion on Part 2: Bamboo in the Wind.
Write FOUR of your own open-ended questions and prepare discussion notes and evidence.
YOU MUST INCLUDE CHAPTER AND PAGE NUMBERS WITH YOUR QUESTION BECAUSE WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR TEXT EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT OUR THINKING.
You are more than welcome to prep for more than 4 questions; add more rows to this document as needed.
It is highly recommended that you print this out, once completed, if you have access to a printer, as having a hard copy will be easier to navigate during the Seminar than reading from your computer.
Directions:
Use this graphic organizer to prepare notes for a Socratic discussion on Part 2: Bamboo in the Wind.
Write FOUR of your own open-ended questions and prepare discussion notes and evidence.
YOU MUST INCLUDE CHAPTER AND PAGE NUMBERS WITH YOUR QUESTION BECAUSE WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR TEXT EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT OUR THINKING.
You are more than welcome to prep for more than 4 questions; add more rows to this document as needed.
It is highly recommended that you print this out, once completed, if you have access to a printer, as having a hard copy will be easier to navigate during the Seminar than reading from your computer.
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Homework: Found Poem-Planning and Rough Draft Little Flower/Angry Tiger
Instructions:
You will write a poem that shows the contrast between Ling at the beginning of the novel (as a “little flower”) and at the end of the novel (as an “angry tiger”). You will choose words/phrases from specific chapters that clearly show the change in her character and then arrange them into two side-by-side poems.
Step 1. Choose chapters from the novel that represent Ling as a “little flower” and an “angry tiger.”
Step 2. Choose a chapter from the novel and search for sensory details and figurative language that give the feeling of Ling as both a “little flower” and an “angry tiger.”
Step 3. Rearrange the sections of text that you chose to create a two compare/contrast poems.
You will write a poem that shows the contrast between Ling at the beginning of the novel (as a “little flower”) and at the end of the novel (as an “angry tiger”). You will choose words/phrases from specific chapters that clearly show the change in her character and then arrange them into two side-by-side poems.
Step 1. Choose chapters from the novel that represent Ling as a “little flower” and an “angry tiger.”
Step 2. Choose a chapter from the novel and search for sensory details and figurative language that give the feeling of Ling as both a “little flower” and an “angry tiger.”
Step 3. Rearrange the sections of text that you chose to create a two compare/contrast poems.
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Introduction to Socratic Seminar
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Homework: Poster for Positive Propaganda Project
Please attach any digital poster to this assignment.
If doing a Canva poster, you will need to give Mr. Waste access.
If you are doing a hand-drawn poster, you may turn in this assignment once you have brought the physical poster into class.
ALL POSTERS AND WRITE-UPS MUST BE PRINTED OUT! If you can’t print, you must email me 24 hrs in advance to print for you. Not the day it is due.
If doing a Canva poster, you will need to give Mr. Waste access.
If you are doing a hand-drawn poster, you may turn in this assignment once you have brought the physical poster into class.
ALL POSTERS AND WRITE-UPS MUST BE PRINTED OUT! If you can’t print, you must email me 24 hrs in advance to print for you. Not the day it is due.
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Homework: Written Portion for Positive Propaganda Project
Paragraph 1
Explain why the topic you selected is a problem that is prevalent on campus.
Paragraph 2
Describe how your propaganda ad clearly addresses the issue and discuss your solution to the problem.
State the two propaganda techniques you used in your poster, and how they addressed the problem or made your poster effective.
States what outcome you hope your poster will achieve
Paragraph 3
Finally, connect it back to Revolution is not a Dinner Party, and the role propaganda plays in the story. Use evidence from the book to support one of the following prompts. (CCERS format)
Prompt 1. How do you see propaganda as a character?
Prompt 2. How did propaganda affect the people of China during that time?
All paragraphs need to be indented and double-spaced
Arial or Times New Roman 12 pt. font.
Explain why the topic you selected is a problem that is prevalent on campus.
Paragraph 2
Describe how your propaganda ad clearly addresses the issue and discuss your solution to the problem.
State the two propaganda techniques you used in your poster, and how they addressed the problem or made your poster effective.
States what outcome you hope your poster will achieve
Paragraph 3
Finally, connect it back to Revolution is not a Dinner Party, and the role propaganda plays in the story. Use evidence from the book to support one of the following prompts. (CCERS format)
Prompt 1. How do you see propaganda as a character?
Prompt 2. How did propaganda affect the people of China during that time?
All paragraphs need to be indented and double-spaced
Arial or Times New Roman 12 pt. font.
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Homework: Poster for Positive Propaganda Project
Please attach any digital poster to this assignment.
If doing a Canva poster, you will need to give Mr. Waste access.
If you are doing a hand-drawn poster, you may turn in this assignment once you have brought the physical poster into class.
ALL POSTERS AND WRITE-UPS MUST BE PRINTED OUT! If you can’t print, you must email me 24 hrs in advance to print for you. Not the day it is due.
If doing a Canva poster, you will need to give Mr. Waste access.
If you are doing a hand-drawn poster, you may turn in this assignment once you have brought the physical poster into class.
ALL POSTERS AND WRITE-UPS MUST BE PRINTED OUT! If you can’t print, you must email me 24 hrs in advance to print for you. Not the day it is due.
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📚 10+ genre challenge! (optional but encouraged!)
📚 If you are undertaking the 10+ Genre Challenge, you must fill out one slide for each genre you complete. (If you read multiple books from one genre, you can choose one book to do, or you can do one slide for a full series. Or you can do one slide for every book you finish!) Everyone who completes the 10+ Genre Challenge will come to the party and be eligible for prizes!
Past Assignments
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Classwork: Propaganda Planning Document
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Classwork: Do your part!: Propaganda posters of World War I at home and abroad
Read the article before completing the Quiz.
1. Poll
2. Check for Understanding
3. Write Prompt
4. Quiz
This is a scored assignment, so do not rush.
1. Poll
2. Check for Understanding
3. Write Prompt
4. Quiz
This is a scored assignment, so do not rush.
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📌 RR #3: Creative Reading Response
PLEASE READ THESE DIRECTIONS THOROUGHLY.
A creative reading response is a book response that uses your own creativity to recommend your selected book. It includes all the elements of a good book review along with your personal strengths. It might be something like:
a new cover and blurb for the book (what would make a reader want to pick it up?)
a movie poster for your book (what would make someone want to see the movie your book is made into?)
a graphic novel summary and recommendation of your book
a Minecraft depiction of important setting(s) of your book with a summary and recommendations along the way
or any other creative way to respond to what you’ve read.
You will use your creativity to share the same information you've done in previous reading responses: what your book is about, who you think would enjoy reading it, and your own opinion about it. You can use any of the planning supports for the previous reading responses to help.
When you've completed your response, you can turn it in physically to the library or attach it to this assignment (if it's digital).
Everyone should also complete the self-evaluation attached to this assignment when you are ready to turn in your project.
Some examples of creative responses were shared in class and more are shared below. Again, you can be as creative as you want, as long as you include the necessary information -- don't feel limited by the examples.
A creative reading response is a book response that uses your own creativity to recommend your selected book. It includes all the elements of a good book review along with your personal strengths. It might be something like:
a new cover and blurb for the book (what would make a reader want to pick it up?)
a movie poster for your book (what would make someone want to see the movie your book is made into?)
a graphic novel summary and recommendation of your book
a Minecraft depiction of important setting(s) of your book with a summary and recommendations along the way
or any other creative way to respond to what you’ve read.
You will use your creativity to share the same information you've done in previous reading responses: what your book is about, who you think would enjoy reading it, and your own opinion about it. You can use any of the planning supports for the previous reading responses to help.
When you've completed your response, you can turn it in physically to the library or attach it to this assignment (if it's digital).
Everyone should also complete the self-evaluation attached to this assignment when you are ready to turn in your project.
Some examples of creative responses were shared in class and more are shared below. Again, you can be as creative as you want, as long as you include the necessary information -- don't feel limited by the examples.
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Homework: Reading: Ch. 16 "Too Proud to Bend"
For the next class, you will need to read/listen to Ch. 16
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
Ch. 16. Too Proud to Bend 10 minutes
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
Ch. 16. Too Proud to Bend 10 minutes
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Classwork: Reading: Ch. 11 and 12
We will read both Chapters 11 and 12 during class. If you are absent, please read/listen before the next class.
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter. I have provided both chapters together, so you will need to pace yourself
Ch. 11. Dark Clouds 15 minutes
Ch. 12. Would I Ever See Him Again? 15 minutes
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter. I have provided both chapters together, so you will need to pace yourself
Ch. 11. Dark Clouds 15 minutes
Ch. 12. Would I Ever See Him Again? 15 minutes
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Classwork: Little Flower CCERS
Directions:
You will have the majority of one class period to write and proofread a CCERS about the character Ling.
IF YOU ARE ABSENT, YOU WILL HAVE TO COMPLETE IT DURING FLEX OR AT THE HOMEWORK CENTER AFTER SPRING BREAK.
YOU CAN NOT COMPLETE THE ASSIGNMENT AT HOME.
Your essay should be about how Ling is like a little flower in Part 1 of the novel (pages 5 - 100)
You need two pieces of evidence quoted from the text to support your thinking.
Follow the format we reviewed:
Thesis Statement: Must have the book title and the author’s first and last name. Make your overall claim.
Claim 1: How will you prove the umbrella claim/thesis statement?
Context 1: Background information for evidence 1
Evidence 1: Frame quote properly
Reasoning 1: How and why your evidence supports your thesis statement
Summary 1: Restate your claim 1
Claim 2: Introduce the next claim using a transitional phrase
Context 2: Background information for evidence 2
Evidence 2: Frame quote properly
Reasoning 2: How and why your evidence supports your thesis statement
Summary: Restate your umbrella claim/thesis statement and both mini-claims
You will have the majority of one class period to write and proofread a CCERS about the character Ling.
IF YOU ARE ABSENT, YOU WILL HAVE TO COMPLETE IT DURING FLEX OR AT THE HOMEWORK CENTER AFTER SPRING BREAK.
YOU CAN NOT COMPLETE THE ASSIGNMENT AT HOME.
Your essay should be about how Ling is like a little flower in Part 1 of the novel (pages 5 - 100)
You need two pieces of evidence quoted from the text to support your thinking.
Follow the format we reviewed:
Thesis Statement: Must have the book title and the author’s first and last name. Make your overall claim.
Claim 1: How will you prove the umbrella claim/thesis statement?
Context 1: Background information for evidence 1
Evidence 1: Frame quote properly
Reasoning 1: How and why your evidence supports your thesis statement
Summary 1: Restate your claim 1
Claim 2: Introduce the next claim using a transitional phrase
Context 2: Background information for evidence 2
Evidence 2: Frame quote properly
Reasoning 2: How and why your evidence supports your thesis statement
Summary: Restate your umbrella claim/thesis statement and both mini-claims
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Pronoun and Antecedent Check for Understanding
Do your best to answer the questions on the form.
These are the terms that you need to know and use as we go forward.
This is a PRODUCT assignment.
These are the terms that you need to know and use as we go forward.
This is a PRODUCT assignment.
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Homework: Little Flower Graphic Organizer
Directions:
During the next block class, you will write a CCERS describing how Ling is like a little flower at the beginning of Revolution Is Not a Dinner Party.
You will need two pieces of evidence to show how she was in the first section of the novel (“Young Flower”, pp. 5 - 100).
Use this graphic organizer to prepare your evidence, including page numbers, for the CCERS.
During the next block class, you will write a CCERS describing how Ling is like a little flower at the beginning of Revolution Is Not a Dinner Party.
You will need two pieces of evidence to show how she was in the first section of the novel (“Young Flower”, pp. 5 - 100).
Use this graphic organizer to prepare your evidence, including page numbers, for the CCERS.
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Review--Subject and Object Pronouns/Pronouns and Antecedents
Use this material to review for the Check for Understanding that will be held on Wednesday, April 1.
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Homework: Pronouns and Antecedents 6.HH.1 Identify pronouns and their antecedents 6.HH.2 Use the pronoun that agrees with the antecedent 6.HH.3 Identify vague pronoun references 6.HH.4 Identify all of the possible antecedents
Complete the IXLs
66.HH.1 Identify pronouns and their antecedents
6.HH.2 Use the pronoun that agrees with the antecedent
6.HH.3 Identify vague pronoun references
6.HH.4 Identify all of the possible antecedents
SS of 90 or 15 minutes of practice for each IXL
66.HH.1 Identify pronouns and their antecedents
6.HH.2 Use the pronoun that agrees with the antecedent
6.HH.3 Identify vague pronoun references
6.HH.4 Identify all of the possible antecedents
SS of 90 or 15 minutes of practice for each IXL
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Homework: Reading: Ch. 10
For the next class period, you will need to read/listen to Ch. 10.
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
Ch. 10. Drawing a Class Line 11 minutes
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
Ch. 10. Drawing a Class Line 11 minutes
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Homework 6.II.1 Choose between subject and object pronouns 6.II.2 Compound subjects and objects with "I" and "me." 6.II.3 Compound subjects and objects with pronouns
Complete the 3 IXLs
6.II.1 Choose between subject and object pronouns
6.II.2 Compound subjects and objects with "I" and "me."
6.II.3 Compound subjects and objects with pronouns
SS of 90 or 15 minutes of practice for each IXL
6.II.1 Choose between subject and object pronouns
6.II.2 Compound subjects and objects with "I" and "me."
6.II.3 Compound subjects and objects with pronouns
SS of 90 or 15 minutes of practice for each IXL
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Classwork: Newsela---How propaganda works
Complete all sections of the article.
1. Poll
2. Check for Understanding
3. Quiz
***DUE BY THE END OF THIS PERIOD***
1. Poll
2. Check for Understanding
3. Quiz
***DUE BY THE END OF THIS PERIOD***
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Homework: Notice & Note Signposts Questions
Directions: Please answer thoughtfully. Before turning in, proofread writing for spelling, punctuation, and capitalization!
If you aren't sure about the Signposts, please go back to your slide deck to use as a reference.
If you aren't sure about the Signposts, please go back to your slide deck to use as a reference.
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Homework: Reading: Ch. 6 & Ch. 7
For the next class, you will need to read/listen to Ch. 6 and Ch. 7
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
Ch. 6. Will Butterflies Land on Me? 13 minutes
Ch. 7. The Terrifying Birthday 17 minutes
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
Ch. 6. Will Butterflies Land on Me? 13 minutes
Ch. 7. The Terrifying Birthday 17 minutes
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OPTIONAL: Revisions for Final Character of Theme Compare and Contast Essay
You could revise your essay by scoring under 80% on your Theme Essay
You can only get up to a B as a total score.
If your score is above 80%, you can ignore this assignment
The conditions for revisions are as follows: Copy and paste the entire essay below the line on this document.
Focus on the areas that Mr. Waste has commented on in your rubric.
You must highlight any changes you make in yellow so that Mr. Waste can easily see them and compare them to the previous version.
Your essay must be double-spaced, 12 pt font (Arial or Times New Roman).
Some of your revisions may only need you to review how to write citations correctly. In contrast, others may require you to rewrite significant sections (rewrite your reasoning, add context if missing, add a final thought to your conclusion, etc.).
If you would like to confer with Mr. Waste at Flex during a break or before/after school, please contact him via email.
The due date for revisions is 5:00 pm on Friday, March 20, 2026
You can only get up to a B as a total score.
If your score is above 80%, you can ignore this assignment
The conditions for revisions are as follows: Copy and paste the entire essay below the line on this document.
Focus on the areas that Mr. Waste has commented on in your rubric.
You must highlight any changes you make in yellow so that Mr. Waste can easily see them and compare them to the previous version.
Your essay must be double-spaced, 12 pt font (Arial or Times New Roman).
Some of your revisions may only need you to review how to write citations correctly. In contrast, others may require you to rewrite significant sections (rewrite your reasoning, add context if missing, add a final thought to your conclusion, etc.).
If you would like to confer with Mr. Waste at Flex during a break or before/after school, please contact him via email.
The due date for revisions is 5:00 pm on Friday, March 20, 2026
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Classwork: Newsela---How Rosie the Riveter and Uncle Sam inspired American patriotism
Read the article before completing the Quiz.
This is a scored assignment so do not rush.
This is a scored assignment so do not rush.
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Classwork: Ch. 4-5: Check for Understanding
This is an open-book reading check, so please give specific text examples to support your answers.
Ch. 4. Homemade Ice Cream and German Chocolate
Ch. 5. "Bloodsucking Landlord"
Please write complete sentences to show your best thinking--good luck.
Ch. 4. Homemade Ice Cream and German Chocolate
Ch. 5. "Bloodsucking Landlord"
Please write complete sentences to show your best thinking--good luck.
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Classwork: Reading: Ch. 5--Bloodsucking Landlord
Today, we will read/listen to Ch. 5: Bloodsucking Landlord
If you chose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
Ch. 5. 17 minutes
If you chose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
Ch. 5. 17 minutes
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Homework: Reading: Ch. 4--Homemade Ice Cream and German Chocolate
For the next class, you will need to read/listen to Ch. 4.--Homemade Ice Cream and German Chocolate
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
The E-book of Revolution can be found as material in Google Classroom.
Ch. 4. 20 minutes
If you choose to listen to the provided audio, here is a breakdown of the time per chapter.
The E-book of Revolution can be found as material in Google Classroom.
Ch. 4. 20 minutes
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Homework: Revolution: Ch. 3---Bartering with Comrade Li
****There will be a Check for Understanding at the beginning of the next class, so make sure you take your time to complete the reading****
For the next class, you must read/listen to Ch. 1-3.
The E-book can be found as Material in Google Classroom.
If you are in class today, we will read Ch. 1 and 2 during class. You will need to complete Ch. 3 as homework.
If you are absent, please listen and read Ch. 1-3
If you listen to the provided audio, here is a time breakdown per chapter. I have provided all three chapters together, so you will need to pace yourself
Ch. 1. 0-16:44 17 minutes
Ch. 2. 16:45-25:04 9 minutes
Ch. 3. 25:05-37:30 15 minutes
****There will be a Check for Understanding at the beginning of the next class, so make sure you take your time to complete the reading****
For the next class, you must read/listen to Ch. 1-3.
The E-book can be found as Material in Google Classroom.
If you are in class today, we will read Ch. 1 and 2 during class. You will need to complete Ch. 3 as homework.
If you are absent, please listen and read Ch. 1-3
If you listen to the provided audio, here is a time breakdown per chapter. I have provided all three chapters together, so you will need to pace yourself
Ch. 1. 0-16:44 17 minutes
Ch. 2. 16:45-25:04 9 minutes
Ch. 3. 25:05-37:30 15 minutes
****There will be a Check for Understanding at the beginning of the next class, so make sure you take your time to complete the reading****
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Classwork: Ch 1-3 Check for Understanding
This is an open-book reading check, so please give specific text examples to support your answers.
Please write complete sentences to show your best thinking--good luck.
Please write complete sentences to show your best thinking--good luck.
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Homework: Cultural Revolution Scavenger Hunt
Our next class novel is set in China in 1972, at the height of China’s Cultural Revolution. What is the Cultural Revolution? Great question!
Today, you will explore different stations and gather as much information as you can on this important historical event.
Click on the links for each station and answer the questions.
Today, you will explore different stations and gather as much information as you can on this important historical event.
Click on the links for each station and answer the questions.
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Homework: IXL Q.1 Identify supporting details in informational texts Q.2 Identify supporting details in literary texts
Watch the videos provided and complete the assigned IXL
Smart Score of 90 or 15 minutes of continuous practice per skill
Smart Score of 90 or 15 minutes of continuous practice per skill
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Homework: E.1 Compare and contrast in informational texts
Smart Score of 90 or 30 minutes of continuous practice per skill
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Classwork: Theme Essay Introduction Analysis
Read over the introductionUse the color code to identify the structure
Hook
Context
ClaimsMake bold and underline what type of hook is used to start the paragraph.A bold statement hookA fact or statistic hookA vivid description hook
Hook
Context
ClaimsMake bold and underline what type of hook is used to start the paragraph.A bold statement hookA fact or statistic hookA vivid description hook
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Classwork: Commas, Dashes, Parentheses
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Homework: Venn Diagram for Compare and Contrast
During the next class, you will be writing a compare and contrast quickwrite about a topic of your choosing.
This will be a four-paragraph quickwrite (introductions, two body paragraphs, conclusion) comparing two things that you know a lot about.
Complete the Venn Diagram you started in class today to brainstorm ideas about how your two choices are similar and different.
This will be a four-paragraph quickwrite (introductions, two body paragraphs, conclusion) comparing two things that you know a lot about.
Complete the Venn Diagram you started in class today to brainstorm ideas about how your two choices are similar and different.
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Homework: Part 2--Like, Pertaining To (-ous, -ine, -al)
Complete the packet that was handed out in class.
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Classwork: Character (Short Story) Writing Task
Today you will write an essay examining the main character of your short story.
You should use your Plan Your Character Essay and materials from your Writer’s Notebook as you write your essay.
If you need to look at examples from our work on Squeaky, you may look at the materials in Google Classroom under the topic, “Literary Essay Resources”. I cannot answer any questions about the content of your essay during the writing time–you will have 50 minutes to plan, write, and revise your essay.
In your writing, make sure you:
Write a lead and introduction for your essay.
Establish an umbrella claim (thesis) that you will prove
Paragraph structure for your mini claims, evidence from the text, and strong reasoning to support your claim
The correct method to frame and cite your text evidence
Write a conclusion for your story restating your claim and giving the reader a final thought about the theme
12 pt Arial or Times New Roman Font
Double spaced.
Make sure to reread as a final check and look for errors.
You should use your Plan Your Character Essay and materials from your Writer’s Notebook as you write your essay.
If you need to look at examples from our work on Squeaky, you may look at the materials in Google Classroom under the topic, “Literary Essay Resources”. I cannot answer any questions about the content of your essay during the writing time–you will have 50 minutes to plan, write, and revise your essay.
In your writing, make sure you:
Write a lead and introduction for your essay.
Establish an umbrella claim (thesis) that you will prove
Paragraph structure for your mini claims, evidence from the text, and strong reasoning to support your claim
The correct method to frame and cite your text evidence
Write a conclusion for your story restating your claim and giving the reader a final thought about the theme
12 pt Arial or Times New Roman Font
Double spaced.
Make sure to reread as a final check and look for errors.
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Homework: Plan Your Character Essay
Directions: Today, you are going to plan your essay.
For the assignment, you will fill in the BOLDED portions of the outline.
I want you to have your big claim (Thesis), 2 mini claims (topic sentences), and 2 pieces of evidence on this document.
For the assignment, you will fill in the BOLDED portions of the outline.
I want you to have your big claim (Thesis), 2 mini claims (topic sentences), and 2 pieces of evidence on this document.
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Homework: Short Story Character Essay Prep
Directions: Go through the worksheet to help you prep for your character essay that you will begin in class on Thursday or Friday.
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Homework: The Party
Read the story and answer the questions on the Google Form.
***You must complete the reading and answer the questions on the form in order to get credit on the assignment***
***You must complete the reading and answer the questions on the form in order to get credit on the assignment***
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Homework: Essay Boot Camp
Today in class, we began Essay Boot Camp.
After discussing Box and Bullet Essay structure, the class read "The Three Little Pigs".
After, students brainstormed using the claim: "The third pig is admirable because...." to come up with two reasons to support the claim. In the Shared Essay, we wrote the basic introduction and body Paragraph 1.
Instructions
1) Copy and paste the introduction and first paragraph from Shared Essay Boot Camp onto this document.
2) Based on the ideas we generated as a class during Boxes and Bullets, complete Body Paragraph 2 and Conclusion on your own.
After discussing Box and Bullet Essay structure, the class read "The Three Little Pigs".
After, students brainstormed using the claim: "The third pig is admirable because...." to come up with two reasons to support the claim. In the Shared Essay, we wrote the basic introduction and body Paragraph 1.
Instructions
1) Copy and paste the introduction and first paragraph from Shared Essay Boot Camp onto this document.
2) Based on the ideas we generated as a class during Boxes and Bullets, complete Body Paragraph 2 and Conclusion on your own.
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Classwork: Analysis of Character Essay--Student Example
Below is an example of a basic character essay from a previous student.
Your Task: With your shoulder partner, do the following on Google Classroom:
Read the essay aloud.
As you read, highlight different elements of the essay based on the outline.
The color coding key is on the outline.
We will work on this for 10 minutes, and it is due at the end of class, so you need to move quickly.
Your Task: With your shoulder partner, do the following on Google Classroom:
Read the essay aloud.
As you read, highlight different elements of the essay based on the outline.
The color coding key is on the outline.
We will work on this for 10 minutes, and it is due at the end of class, so you need to move quickly.
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Classwork: Raymond's Run Analysis
Complete the Google Form after we listen to the story in class.
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RR#2: Interactive Book Review
For Reading Response #2, you are going to create an interactive book review on a book you've already read during this schol year for your 10-book challenge. It should be one of the genres we've already completed (or you need approval from Ms. Bateman or your teacher).
You may start with one of these templates (click on the image to make your own copy and then work from that), but you should definitely creatively improve upon this model by changing the background and adding your own creative touches.
Create a review that talks about the setting, genre, plot and action, and your own opinion of the book.
When you are finished, submit the slides or the published link to share with classmates and the library. Watch the short video in the assignment if you need help with this.
You may start with one of these templates (click on the image to make your own copy and then work from that), but you should definitely creatively improve upon this model by changing the background and adding your own creative touches.
Create a review that talks about the setting, genre, plot and action, and your own opinion of the book.
When you are finished, submit the slides or the published link to share with classmates and the library. Watch the short video in the assignment if you need help with this.
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Argument Speech Outline
Directions:
This is going to be the outline for your speech. You need to type in word for word what you want to say. What you write down here, is what you will say the day of your presentation.
Everyone must work on their own individual document.
You will write the same speech as your partner for your Introduction and Conclusion.
Then, once you decide which partner number you are, and for which reason you are going to argue, you will write your own individual speech for your portion of the presentation.
When you have completed writing your speech, you will get access to your presentation slides, and then you are required to create notecards.
Your group needs to use at least 5 sources for the entire speech.
This is going to be the outline for your speech. You need to type in word for word what you want to say. What you write down here, is what you will say the day of your presentation.
Everyone must work on their own individual document.
You will write the same speech as your partner for your Introduction and Conclusion.
Then, once you decide which partner number you are, and for which reason you are going to argue, you will write your own individual speech for your portion of the presentation.
When you have completed writing your speech, you will get access to your presentation slides, and then you are required to create notecards.
Your group needs to use at least 5 sources for the entire speech.
Due:
Homework: Out of, Outside (e-, ec-, ef-, ex-, extra-, exter-)
Complete the packet that was handed out in class.
Due beginning of class on Wednesday, 1/21.
Due beginning of class on Wednesday, 1/21.
Due:
Argument Presentation-Research Organizer
In class, you will have time to work with your partner on Steps 1 and 2 of the Argument Presentation Organizer.
--try to find as many sources of evidence to support your claim as possible
--You will need at least 3 good sources, but try to have more.
--you may use the original article as a source
--Wikipedia may NOT be used as a source (but it is an OK first step)
Included is an example Research Organizer.
During the next Block Period, you will have time to work on Step 3 of the Organizer.
--try to find as many sources of evidence to support your claim as possible
--You will need at least 3 good sources, but try to have more.
--you may use the original article as a source
--Wikipedia may NOT be used as a source (but it is an OK first step)
Included is an example Research Organizer.
During the next Block Period, you will have time to work on Step 3 of the Organizer.
Due:
Homework: O.1 Distinguish facts from opinions and O.2 Choose evidence to support a claim
Smart Score of 90 or 30 minutes of continuous practice per skill
Due:
Homework: With, Together (co-, col-, com-, con-, syn-, sym)
Complete the packet that was handed out in class.
Due beginning of next class.
Due beginning of next class.
Due:
Classwork: Social Media for Kids
Read the article “Studies send mixed messages on influence of social media on teens?”.
This article shows two claims and has evidence and reasoning to support each side. After you read, fill out the next two sides with both evidence and reasoning from the article.
DO NOT USE YOUR OWN THOUGHTS!
Be prepared to share your thinking with class.
This article shows two claims and has evidence and reasoning to support each side. After you read, fill out the next two sides with both evidence and reasoning from the article.
DO NOT USE YOUR OWN THOUGHTS!
Be prepared to share your thinking with class.
Due:
Homework: Hot Topics: Cell Phones and School Uniforms
1) Read both articles.
2) Choose one of the two topics that you feel strongly about.
3) Create a document for this assignment in Google Classroom.
4) Write a one-paragraph (6 sentences at a minimum) CCERS argument that includes:
clear claim that states your side of the argument (1 sentence/1 point)
context about the subject (1 sentence/2 point)
a single piece of text evidence including a direct quote with lead-in and citation (1 sentence/3 point)
your reasoning about how the evidence supports your claim (2-3 sentence/3 point)
a summary sentence that restates your claim (1 sentence/1 point)
Your paragraph should be 6 sentences at a minimum, using correct capitalization and punctuation.
10 points PROCESS
2) Choose one of the two topics that you feel strongly about.
3) Create a document for this assignment in Google Classroom.
4) Write a one-paragraph (6 sentences at a minimum) CCERS argument that includes:
clear claim that states your side of the argument (1 sentence/1 point)
context about the subject (1 sentence/2 point)
a single piece of text evidence including a direct quote with lead-in and citation (1 sentence/3 point)
your reasoning about how the evidence supports your claim (2-3 sentence/3 point)
a summary sentence that restates your claim (1 sentence/1 point)
Your paragraph should be 6 sentences at a minimum, using correct capitalization and punctuation.
10 points PROCESS
Due:
Homework: IXL NN.3 & NN.4 Prepositions
Smart Score of 90 or 30 minutes of continuous practice per skill
Due:
Homework: IXL NN.1 & NN.2 Prepositions
Smart Score of 90 or 30 minutes of continuous practice per skill
Due:
Homework: IXL L.1 Compare Information from Two Texts
90 smart score or 30 minutes of continuous practice
Due:
Homework: Solo #6
Students read passages and answer questions that require attention to details and evidence. (20 min)
Please make sure that you are spending 20 minutes on this assignment in order to listen/read the material, along with answering the questions. IT IS A PRODUCT ASSIGNMENT!
Please make sure that you are spending 20 minutes on this assignment in order to listen/read the material, along with answering the questions. IT IS A PRODUCT ASSIGNMENT!
Due:
Homework: Can't We All Just Get Along (arm, fen, cid/cis)
Complete the packet that was handed out in class.
Due:
Classwork: CCERS Student Checklist
Use the printed CCERS Student Checklist (given to you in class) to review your writing from last week.
If you see anything you would like to fix or change, please do so before turning it in to be graded.
Once you have completed this task, you may either finish the Solo #5 from the previous class or work on Roots #8.
Don with everything, free read. You may also work on your Book Tracker or Genre Challenge Form
If you see anything you would like to fix or change, please do so before turning it in to be graded.
Once you have completed this task, you may either finish the Solo #5 from the previous class or work on Roots #8.
Don with everything, free read. You may also work on your Book Tracker or Genre Challenge Form
Due:
CCERS: Scientific Team Collaboration--Finding the Cure for Yellow Fever
Imagine you are a scientific historian studying the early 1900s when researchers were desperately trying to find a cure for Yellow Fever—a deadly, mosquito-borne disease. Finding the cure required a large team of doctors, entomologists (insect experts), and nurses working together in difficult conditions.
Your Task: Write one detailed paragraph arguing what you believe is the single most essential quality a member of this Yellow Fever research team needs to have to succeed.
Use the trait and evidence from your Organizing My Data assignment from the previous class.
You must support your argument using the CCERS format: Claim, Context, Evidence, Reasoning, and Summary.
Your Task: Write one detailed paragraph arguing what you believe is the single most essential quality a member of this Yellow Fever research team needs to have to succeed.
Use the trait and evidence from your Organizing My Data assignment from the previous class.
You must support your argument using the CCERS format: Claim, Context, Evidence, Reasoning, and Summary.
Due:
Homework: Life, Light, & Love (bio, photo, phil)
Complete the packet that was handed out in class.
Due:
Homework: Solo #4
Due:
EXTRA CREDIT: Ghastly Ghost CER Paragraph
After completing the reading and note-taking, you must determine who the ghastly ghost is.
Write a long single-body paragraph that includes the following:
C = your claim. Who is the ghastly ghost? (1 complete sentence)
E = Evidence. You must discuss all the evidence against the suspect you think is the ghost and evidence explaining why it can’t be the other four suspects (five to 10 sentences)
R =Reasoning. This ties it all together. What is the evidence telling you? (five to 10 sentences)
Write a long single-body paragraph that includes the following:
C = your claim. Who is the ghastly ghost? (1 complete sentence)
E = Evidence. You must discuss all the evidence against the suspect you think is the ghost and evidence explaining why it can’t be the other four suspects (five to 10 sentences)
R =Reasoning. This ties it all together. What is the evidence telling you? (five to 10 sentences)
Due:
Homework: Monsters and Heroes Solo #3
Read the assigned text.Highlight the passage as directed.Answer the questions.
Due:
Study for Roots Quiz #2
Quiz on Wednesday, November 5.
It will be a mix of multiple-choice and short answer.
It will be a mix of multiple-choice and short answer.
Due:
Homework: IXL U.3 Words with sub-- and U.4 Words with mis-
1) Complete the 6th Grade IXL U.3 Words with sub--
2) Complete the 6th Grade IXL U.4 Words with mis--
***You must get an SS of 90 or spend 15 minutes to receive credit on each IXL***
2) Complete the 6th Grade IXL U.4 Words with mis--
***You must get an SS of 90 or spend 15 minutes to receive credit on each IXL***
Due:
Homework: Meeting a Monster : Solo #3
Read the assigned text.
Answer the questions.
Make sure that you answer all multiple choice and written questions.
Answer the questions.
Make sure that you answer all multiple choice and written questions.
Due:
📌 RR#1: Book Review in Destiny
Use the template below to write your review (if you used the planning document earlier this month, you can use that as well).
Once you have 1-2 well-written paragraph(s) to submit as your review, post it in Destiny so other students can read it.
(If your book is not in Destiny, talk to Ms. Bateman.)
After the review is posted, submit this assignment in Google Classroom.
Once you have 1-2 well-written paragraph(s) to submit as your review, post it in Destiny so other students can read it.
(If your book is not in Destiny, talk to Ms. Bateman.)
After the review is posted, submit this assignment in Google Classroom.
Due:
Homework: And Your Name Is? (hosp, onym, host)
Complete the packet that was handed out in class.
Due:
Homework: IXL FF.5 and FF.6 Complete sentence, fragments, and run-ons
FF.5 and FF.6
If you were missing from class, watch the video
Complete the task to a 90 smart score or 15 minutes of continuous practice per skill
If you were missing from class, watch the video
Complete the task to a 90 smart score or 15 minutes of continuous practice per skill
Due:
Homework: Roots #4: I Just Gotta Know (mem, ology, sci)
Complete the packet that was handed out in class.
Due beginning of class on Thursday/Friday
Due beginning of class on Thursday/Friday
Due:
Classwork: Plan for Theme Poster Assignment
Each member of the group will be responsible for different sections of the poster (one will need to be an artist).
Follow the Directions below:
Your group will be given a story (no you do not get to choose) and read it aloud.
After your group has read the story, answer the questions below:
-Who are the characters in your story?
-What is the universal problem (a problem we all as people can relate to) your character is dealing with?
-Create a theme statement as a group (what is the author trying to say about life?) and write it down.
Complete the following Poster Tasks:
Your Poster Tasks:
The title of your story.
You must draw a cover for your story.
You must have a summary of your story written down (4-5 sentences)
It would be best to name a character with 1 or 2 character traits.
Write down your group theme statement.
Follow the Directions below:
Your group will be given a story (no you do not get to choose) and read it aloud.
After your group has read the story, answer the questions below:
-Who are the characters in your story?
-What is the universal problem (a problem we all as people can relate to) your character is dealing with?
-Create a theme statement as a group (what is the author trying to say about life?) and write it down.
Complete the following Poster Tasks:
Your Poster Tasks:
The title of your story.
You must draw a cover for your story.
You must have a summary of your story written down (4-5 sentences)
It would be best to name a character with 1 or 2 character traits.
Write down your group theme statement.
Due:
Homework: IXL U.1 Words with pre-- and U.2 Words with re--
1) Complete the 6th Grade IXL U.1 Words with pre--
2) Complete the 6th Grade IXL U.2 Words with re--
If unsure of prefixes, review the attached video
***You must get an SS of 90 or spend 15 minutes to receive credit on each IXL***
2) Complete the 6th Grade IXL U.2 Words with re--
If unsure of prefixes, review the attached video
***You must get an SS of 90 or spend 15 minutes to receive credit on each IXL***
Due:
Homework: IXL SS.2 Capitalizing Titles
IXL Practice
***You must get an SS of 90 or spend 15 minutes to receive credit on each IXL***
If you are up for a Challenge, go to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you need clarification or make errors.
If a single IXL takes you to complete longer than fifteen minutes, please email Mr. Waste.
If you are absent from class or are having difficulty, watch the attached video. We watched it during class, but you may use it as a reference while you work.
V.1 Capitalizing Titles
***You must get an SS of 90 or spend 15 minutes to receive credit on each IXL***
If you are up for a Challenge, go to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you need clarification or make errors.
If a single IXL takes you to complete longer than fifteen minutes, please email Mr. Waste.
If you are absent from class or are having difficulty, watch the attached video. We watched it during class, but you may use it as a reference while you work.
V.1 Capitalizing Titles
Due:
Homework: Study for Roots Quiz #1
Please use these materials to study for your first Roots quiz.
The quiz will be held on Thursday, 10/2, for the 1st, 3rd. 5th periods and on Friday, 10/,3 for 2nd, 4th periods.
The quiz will be held on Thursday, 10/2, for the 1st, 3rd. 5th periods and on Friday, 10/,3 for 2nd, 4th periods.
Due:
Homework: IXL V.1 & V.2 Use Greek and Latin roots
IXL Practice
Smart Score of 90
If you are up for a Challenge, go to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you need clarification or make errors.
If a single IXL takes you to complete longer than fifteen minutes, please email Mr. Waste.
V.1 Use Greek and Latin roots as clues to the meanings of words
V.2 Use the meanings of words as clues to the meanings of Greek and Latin roots
Smart Score of 90
If you are up for a Challenge, go to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you need clarification or make errors.
If a single IXL takes you to complete longer than fifteen minutes, please email Mr. Waste.
V.1 Use Greek and Latin roots as clues to the meanings of words
V.2 Use the meanings of words as clues to the meanings of Greek and Latin roots
Due:
Homework: Proper Nouns, Common Nouns, and Capitalization
IXL Practice
Smart Score of 90
If you need to rewatch the video from class, you will find it on SS.1
If you are up for a Challenge, go all the way to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you are unclear or make errors.
If a single IXL is taking longer than fifteen minutes for you to complete, please email Mr. Waste.
GG.1 Identify common and proper nouns
SS.1 Correct capitalization errors
Smart Score of 90
If you need to rewatch the video from class, you will find it on SS.1
If you are up for a Challenge, go all the way to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you are unclear or make errors.
If a single IXL is taking longer than fifteen minutes for you to complete, please email Mr. Waste.
GG.1 Identify common and proper nouns
SS.1 Correct capitalization errors
Due:
Homework: Throw and Catch (Ject/Jet, Cept, Ceipt/Ceit/Ceiv)
Complete the packet that was handed out in class.
It is due at the beginning of next Wednesday's (9/24) class.
It is due at the beginning of next Wednesday's (9/24) class.
Due:
Homework: "Everything Will Be Okay" Summary
As homework, please reread "Everything Will Be Okay" (paper or digital copy) and complete the following questions after reading the assignment.
All answers must be complete sentences (capitalization and punctuation COUNT!).
All answers must be complete sentences (capitalization and punctuation COUNT!).
Due:
Figurative Language Project
Your Assignment:
Create an 8-page physical booklet or an 8-slide CANVA presentation using the eight figurative language types we reviewed in class. Each should have a title page with a creative title and your full name, as they will be presented to the class.
The topic of your booklet is You! Using figurative language, describe yourself.
Hobbies
Likes/Dislikes
Pets
Family
Favorite Places
You Choose!
This will help me get to know you better and allow you to use figurative language surrounding your everyday life.
Your Task:
One piece of figurative language per page.
Define each type of figurative language (use definitions given in class. Do not copy and paste off Google).
Create an original example of each type of figurative language.
Add an image that represents or relates to your example.
Use Color
***EXAMPLE INCLUDED--DRAWINGS ARE PREFERABLE, BUT IF YOU CHOOSE TO PRINT IMAGES, THEY MUST BE PRINTED AT HOME. I WILL NOT PRINT IT AT SCHOOL FOR YOU***
Proofread your work. Make sure it is neat and easy to read! Click on this link to see how it will be graded. Yes, it is going to be graded :).
10 product pts
5 process pts
15 pts total
Create an 8-page physical booklet or an 8-slide CANVA presentation using the eight figurative language types we reviewed in class. Each should have a title page with a creative title and your full name, as they will be presented to the class.
The topic of your booklet is You! Using figurative language, describe yourself.
Hobbies
Likes/Dislikes
Pets
Family
Favorite Places
You Choose!
This will help me get to know you better and allow you to use figurative language surrounding your everyday life.
Your Task:
One piece of figurative language per page.
Define each type of figurative language (use definitions given in class. Do not copy and paste off Google).
Create an original example of each type of figurative language.
Add an image that represents or relates to your example.
Use Color
***EXAMPLE INCLUDED--DRAWINGS ARE PREFERABLE, BUT IF YOU CHOOSE TO PRINT IMAGES, THEY MUST BE PRINTED AT HOME. I WILL NOT PRINT IT AT SCHOOL FOR YOU***
Proofread your work. Make sure it is neat and easy to read! Click on this link to see how it will be graded. Yes, it is going to be graded :).
10 product pts
5 process pts
15 pts total
Due:
Characterization Worksheet #2
Handout from class.
Directions: Read the short passages. Answer the question by identifying an implied character trail. Explain your answer by referencing the text (see example on sheet).
Use the Character Trait list in Google Classroom to help you find character traits.
Directions: Read the short passages. Answer the question by identifying an implied character trail. Explain your answer by referencing the text (see example on sheet).
Use the Character Trait list in Google Classroom to help you find character traits.
Due:
Homework: Look, But Don't Touch (Spec, Scope, Tang/Tact)
Complete the packet that was handed out in class.
It is due at the beginning of the next class.
It is due at the beginning of the next class.
Due:
No Excuse Word Post-Test
This is a product assignment.
Testing conditions--so no talking. If you need help, please raise your hand and wait for Mr. Waste.
Please close your computer and Free Read when done.
Testing conditions--so no talking. If you need help, please raise your hand and wait for Mr. Waste.
Please close your computer and Free Read when done.
Due:
Homework: Synonym and Antonym in Context Practice
IXL Practice
Smart Score of 90
If you are up for a Challenge, go all the way to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you are unclear or make errors.
If an IXL is taking longer than fifteen minutes for you to complete, please email Mr. Waste.
W.2 Find synonyms in context
W.4 Find antonyms in context
Smart Score of 90
If you are up for a Challenge, go all the way to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you are unclear or make errors.
If an IXL is taking longer than fifteen minutes for you to complete, please email Mr. Waste.
W.2 Find synonyms in context
W.4 Find antonyms in context
Due:
Reading Experience and Goals
Please complete this form about yourself and your reading!
Due:
Homework: BrainPOP--Synonyms, Antonyms, and Homonyms
1) Use Clever to log in to BrainPOP
2) Look for the Synonyms, Antonyms, and Homonyms in the Notifications on your student dashboard
3) Watch the movie and then complete both of the quizzes (practice and graded). THE GRADED SCORE WILL COUNT TOWARDS YOUR GRADE.
2) Look for the Synonyms, Antonyms, and Homonyms in the Notifications on your student dashboard
3) Watch the movie and then complete both of the quizzes (practice and graded). THE GRADED SCORE WILL COUNT TOWARDS YOUR GRADE.
Due:
Homework: Synonym and Antonym Practice
IXL Practice
Smart Score of 90
If you are up for a Challenge, go all the way to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you are unclear or make errors.
If an IXL is taking longer than fifteen minutes for you to complete, please email Mr. Waste.
W.1 Choose the synonym
W.3 Choose the antonym
Smart Score of 90
If you are up for a Challenge, go all the way to 100.
Use the Learn with an Example if you are unclear or make errors.
If an IXL is taking longer than fifteen minutes for you to complete, please email Mr. Waste.
W.1 Choose the synonym
W.3 Choose the antonym
Due:
No Excuse Word Pre-Test
There are some words that you just have to know and you should not make mistakes spelling them at any time--we call them "No Excuse Words."
Please complete this No Excuse Word Pre-Test by the end of class today.
This is a Pre-Test to show me what you know (and so you know what to study!) so the score does not count.
Next week, you will have a Post-Test that will be scored for your 1st Quarter Grade.
Please complete this No Excuse Word Pre-Test by the end of class today.
This is a Pre-Test to show me what you know (and so you know what to study!) so the score does not count.
Next week, you will have a Post-Test that will be scored for your 1st Quarter Grade.
Due:
Homework: Syllabus Scavenger Hunt
A syllabus is an outline of what you will be studying together, containing the important rules and procedures you will be following throughout the 2025-2026 school year. This is also the information that your parents will be receiving during Back to School Night on Thursday, August 28.
Due:
Beginning of the Year Survey
Complete the survey before the end of class today.
Due:
Book Cover
Complete the book cover handed out in class. There will be time allocated for working on the assignment during the next block period (Thursday/Friday).
Remember, page one needs the following information:
--Full name (first and last)
--class period
--an image that represents you (place or object)
Page two needs to have one or more words/character traits that define you.
Use the character trait list below and the example Book cover on the assignment to guide your work.
You must use color (colored pencils or markers) and neatness, as always, counts.
Remember, page one needs the following information:
--Full name (first and last)
--class period
--an image that represents you (place or object)
Page two needs to have one or more words/character traits that define you.
Use the character trait list below and the example Book cover on the assignment to guide your work.
You must use color (colored pencils or markers) and neatness, as always, counts.
Due:
How to Write an Email to a Teacher
Today in class, we learned the procedures Professor Hulk would like you to use when sending an email to any staff member at Fisher. Use the Google Slides to draft and write an email to Professor Hulk, aka Mr. Waste.
You must email Mr. Waste using the correct form by 5:00 PM tomorrow if you are unable to complete it during class.
You must email Mr. Waste using the correct form by 5:00 PM tomorrow if you are unable to complete it during class.