Friday, November 2, 2007
Since we were on pep schedule today, we had a brief introduction to the Great Wall of China. We will begin, on Monday, taking an in-depth look at both the Great Wall and its importance.
I hope everyone has a great weekend! Go Colts!!!
http://www.greatwall-of-china.com/
Friday, November 2, 2007
Friday, October 26, 2007
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
What a treat we had today! Mr. Worthington, from Indiana State University, came to our class to talk about forensic anthropology and geography. Besides showing the students different kinds of bones and how scientists determine what kind they are and who they belong to, he also discussed different careers in the area of geography.
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Monday, October 22, 2007
Today we looked at the physical geography of East Asia. This discussion included landforms located in this region and how these landforms affect populations. For instance, population density is greater along the coastlines because of mountainous regions and also deserts.
Tomorrow we will have a guest speaker, Mr. Worthington. He will be talking to the students about forensic anthropology and geography.
Today we looked at the physical geography of East Asia. This discussion included landforms located in this region and how these landforms affect populations. For instance, population density is greater along the coastlines because of mountainous regions and also deserts.
Tomorrow we will have a guest speaker, Mr. Worthington. He will be talking to the students about forensic anthropology and geography.
Friday, October 12, 2007
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Today the students did a short introductory exercise into Asia. We will begin some introductory things on Monday and Wednesday, and jump in head-first when we return from fall break. It is a large continent with many different areas to cover, so this will probably take us up through the end of the semester.
Chapter 4 test is tomorrow.
Today the students did a short introductory exercise into Asia. We will begin some introductory things on Monday and Wednesday, and jump in head-first when we return from fall break. It is a large continent with many different areas to cover, so this will probably take us up through the end of the semester.
Chapter 4 test is tomorrow.
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Today we reviewed the study guide that coincides with the information in chapter 4. The test over this chapter will be Friday, October 12.
Next week will be a short week for students. We will have school a full day Monday, half day Tuesday due to conferences, a full day Wednesday, and then we will be off Thursday and Friday for fall break.
Please remember that Tuesday is the very last day students may turn in permission slips and money for our field trip to the IRT. I will be making the reservations after school, so there will be no additions to the list after Tuesday, October 16.
Today we reviewed the study guide that coincides with the information in chapter 4. The test over this chapter will be Friday, October 12.
Next week will be a short week for students. We will have school a full day Monday, half day Tuesday due to conferences, a full day Wednesday, and then we will be off Thursday and Friday for fall break.
Please remember that Tuesday is the very last day students may turn in permission slips and money for our field trip to the IRT. I will be making the reservations after school, so there will be no additions to the list after Tuesday, October 16.
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
We will be taking our first test on Friday of this week. The test of over chapter 4, which covers pp. 77-99. The students were all given a study guide today. We will be reviewing it tomorrow to ensure they found the correct information. If it is completed at the beginning of class tomorrow, they may use it on their test Friday. However, if it is not completed, I will encourage them to fill the guide in as we review it and use it to study for prior to the test.
Remember the money and the permission slips for the field trip to the IRT are due October 16.
Your son/daughter should also be bringing home a paper with your conference time listed on it. These are being passed out in math class, so please ask for it so you'll know when your scheduled conference time is.
Enjoy the rest of this beautiful day!!
We will be taking our first test on Friday of this week. The test of over chapter 4, which covers pp. 77-99. The students were all given a study guide today. We will be reviewing it tomorrow to ensure they found the correct information. If it is completed at the beginning of class tomorrow, they may use it on their test Friday. However, if it is not completed, I will encourage them to fill the guide in as we review it and use it to study for prior to the test.
Remember the money and the permission slips for the field trip to the IRT are due October 16.
Your son/daughter should also be bringing home a paper with your conference time listed on it. These are being passed out in math class, so please ask for it so you'll know when your scheduled conference time is.
Enjoy the rest of this beautiful day!!
Monday, October 8, 2007
Monday, October 8, 2007
Today the students read about cultural change, which was on pp. 93-97. This lesson focused on the reasons why cultures change, why cultures are changing rapidly today, and how this rapid change benefits or causes problems for cultures. The assignment was to complete worksheet p.58.
Please remember permission slips for the field trip are due October 16, 2007.
Today the students read about cultural change, which was on pp. 93-97. This lesson focused on the reasons why cultures change, why cultures are changing rapidly today, and how this rapid change benefits or causes problems for cultures. The assignment was to complete worksheet p.58.
Please remember permission slips for the field trip are due October 16, 2007.
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Today we discussed pp. 82 -- 86. These pages covered culture in terms of language, social groups, and religion. We discussed how each culture is broken up into smaller groups that do specific jobs within those groups. Families are one of the main social groups. Jobs within this group include caring for siblings, washing laundry, doing dishes, etc.
Just a reminder -- Field trip permission slips are due October 16. Also, conference times will be sent home with students early next week.
Today we discussed pp. 82 -- 86. These pages covered culture in terms of language, social groups, and religion. We discussed how each culture is broken up into smaller groups that do specific jobs within those groups. Families are one of the main social groups. Jobs within this group include caring for siblings, washing laundry, doing dishes, etc.
Just a reminder -- Field trip permission slips are due October 16. Also, conference times will be sent home with students early next week.
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
It's great to be back!!! I think I'm finding out that I need to do my post before I leave school. I didn't try to post anything during ISTEP or while we were at Bradford Woods, but since we've been back, I've tried from home and, since we are on dial-up, keep getting kicked off or timed-out. I'm sorry for not posting, but now we're getting back on track.
The Bradford Woods trip was a huge success. The kids had a great time and learned some valuable lessons about teamwork, cooperation, and collaboration. It was great to watch them pull together to accomplish their tasks...even if they all did end up in the lake!
Our next field trip is to the IRT and the permission slip was sent home with the students yesterday. It is imperative that if your child wants to attend this that the permission slip and money for the ticket (which is non-refundable) be returned no later than October 16. I will be turning in our reservations shortly after dismissal that day, so everything will be locked in.
In class we are continuing our study of culture and today watched a United Streaming video on the elements of culture and how cultures have differences and similarities.
It's great to be back!!! I think I'm finding out that I need to do my post before I leave school. I didn't try to post anything during ISTEP or while we were at Bradford Woods, but since we've been back, I've tried from home and, since we are on dial-up, keep getting kicked off or timed-out. I'm sorry for not posting, but now we're getting back on track.
The Bradford Woods trip was a huge success. The kids had a great time and learned some valuable lessons about teamwork, cooperation, and collaboration. It was great to watch them pull together to accomplish their tasks...even if they all did end up in the lake!
Our next field trip is to the IRT and the permission slip was sent home with the students yesterday. It is imperative that if your child wants to attend this that the permission slip and money for the ticket (which is non-refundable) be returned no later than October 16. I will be turning in our reservations shortly after dismissal that day, so everything will be locked in.
In class we are continuing our study of culture and today watched a United Streaming video on the elements of culture and how cultures have differences and similarities.
Monday, September 24, 2007
Monday, September 24, 2007
Today was sort of a catch-up day for us. Due to ISTEP testing last week, some of the classes were at different points. Everyone is on a level playing field now.
Please remember that on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday we will be on an extended field trip to Bradford Woods. For those students not attending, we will have subs for the students and they will be left with assignments to complete. Some of the students have asked about not coming to school on the days we are gone. We have explained that those days will be counted as absences if they do not attend school. Please also remember that Thursday and Friday are early release days. Students will be dismissed at approximately 12:05.
For those students attending the trip, there are a couple of items we have addressed with students that I would like to reiterate.
Have a wonderful evening.
Today was sort of a catch-up day for us. Due to ISTEP testing last week, some of the classes were at different points. Everyone is on a level playing field now.
Please remember that on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday we will be on an extended field trip to Bradford Woods. For those students not attending, we will have subs for the students and they will be left with assignments to complete. Some of the students have asked about not coming to school on the days we are gone. We have explained that those days will be counted as absences if they do not attend school. Please also remember that Thursday and Friday are early release days. Students will be dismissed at approximately 12:05.
For those students attending the trip, there are a couple of items we have addressed with students that I would like to reiterate.
- The students should not bring electronic devices such as I-Pods, Gameboys, or cellphones. They may bring a camera, however, it will be the student's responsibility to keep it with them and take care of it.
- All gear needs to be brought to school Wednesday morning. The buses are very crowded and there is not enough room for the extra stuff. The students know to bring their items to the science lab.
- Likewise, everything needs to be picked up from school on Friday when we return. If there is a conflict and you can't get to school in time to pick up your students prior to dismissal, we will have him/her ride the bus home. We will bring any leftover gear into the building and you may pick it up later.
- Any medication your child is bringing should not be packed in the luggage. Please put the bottles in a ziplock bag with a note listing the instructions. This should be given to one of the teachers when dropping off gear in the morning. (Students may keep inhalers with them.)
Have a wonderful evening.
Friday, September 21, 2007
Friday, September 21, 2007
First of all, I must apologize for not getting this posted this week. We have been involved in ISTEP testing during in mornings, and I have had a conference to attend in the afternoons. Consequently, I was running out of here as soon as testing was complete. The students have definitely done a super job testing this week! It is a long process that sort of knocks everyone out-of-whack. However, I think having spirit week this week has helped keep the students from getting too out-of-sorts.
The only assignment the students have had to do is to work on their immigration/migration books. Originally, they were due today, but since I wasn't here for all classes to remind them, and some students have had to do make-up tests and other things, I gave those who were finished a few bonus points and those who were not finished until Monday to complete the book.
The assignment was to make a fact book about immigration/migration. The book was to include ten facts, which were to be written in complete sentences. The facts also needed to include some sort of illustration, which needed to be colored. The book was to be done neatly and needed to include a title and the name of the author. The books I have seen so far have looked great and I can tell the students are putting a lot of thought and effort into their work.
For those going, our Bradford Woods trip will be next Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Please remember your child needs to be dropped off with all of their gear and picked up at school. We will send a reminder home on Monday with the times and drop-off/pick-up locations. Your son/daughter should have brought home a gear list. If it has been misplaced you can access it at http://www.bradwoods.org/pdf/ercpre/Gearlist.pdf. If you have any questions about the trip, feel free to contact me or Mrs. Heshelman.
I hope everyone has a super weekend!
First of all, I must apologize for not getting this posted this week. We have been involved in ISTEP testing during in mornings, and I have had a conference to attend in the afternoons. Consequently, I was running out of here as soon as testing was complete. The students have definitely done a super job testing this week! It is a long process that sort of knocks everyone out-of-whack. However, I think having spirit week this week has helped keep the students from getting too out-of-sorts.
The only assignment the students have had to do is to work on their immigration/migration books. Originally, they were due today, but since I wasn't here for all classes to remind them, and some students have had to do make-up tests and other things, I gave those who were finished a few bonus points and those who were not finished until Monday to complete the book.
The assignment was to make a fact book about immigration/migration. The book was to include ten facts, which were to be written in complete sentences. The facts also needed to include some sort of illustration, which needed to be colored. The book was to be done neatly and needed to include a title and the name of the author. The books I have seen so far have looked great and I can tell the students are putting a lot of thought and effort into their work.
For those going, our Bradford Woods trip will be next Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Please remember your child needs to be dropped off with all of their gear and picked up at school. We will send a reminder home on Monday with the times and drop-off/pick-up locations. Your son/daughter should have brought home a gear list. If it has been misplaced you can access it at http://www.bradwoods.org/pdf/ercpre/Gearlist.pdf. If you have any questions about the trip, feel free to contact me or Mrs. Heshelman.
I hope everyone has a super weekend!
Friday, September 14, 2007
Friday, September 14, 2007
For the past couple of days we have been discussing reasons why people migrate. This migration affects different places in different ways (such as when the hurricane forced people to migrate to other states or when people actually go from country to country).
Two important sites in America for immigrants were Ellis Island on the east coast and Angel Island on the west coast. Both of these were locations for immigrants to register and enter the United States. To learn more about them, click on the links below:
http://www.ellisisland.com/
http://www.angelisland.org/immigr02.html
Remember that ISTEP will begin on Tuesday of next week. Have a great weekend!
For the past couple of days we have been discussing reasons why people migrate. This migration affects different places in different ways (such as when the hurricane forced people to migrate to other states or when people actually go from country to country).
Two important sites in America for immigrants were Ellis Island on the east coast and Angel Island on the west coast. Both of these were locations for immigrants to register and enter the United States. To learn more about them, click on the links below:
http://www.ellisisland.com/
http://www.angelisland.org/immigr02.html
Remember that ISTEP will begin on Tuesday of next week. Have a great weekend!
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
A growing population was the topic of today's lesson. Using pp. 60-63 in the textbook, we discussed reasons why the world's population is increasing and the problems that are caused by rapid population growth.
The following link will take you to the US Census Bureau International Database. You can pick a country and find out interesting demographic information.
http://www.census.gov/ipc/www/idb/summaries.html
A growing population was the topic of today's lesson. Using pp. 60-63 in the textbook, we discussed reasons why the world's population is increasing and the problems that are caused by rapid population growth.
The following link will take you to the US Census Bureau International Database. You can pick a country and find out interesting demographic information.
http://www.census.gov/ipc/www/idb/summaries.html
Monday, September 10, 2007
Monday, September 10, 2007
We will be talking this week about human geography and studying why people migrate and the factors that determines where people go.
Today's lesson was about where people live and we discussed factors such as natural resources and geographic features that influence people's decisions to locate in a particular area. The reading was from pp. 55-59.
We will be talking this week about human geography and studying why people migrate and the factors that determines where people go.
Today's lesson was about where people live and we discussed factors such as natural resources and geographic features that influence people's decisions to locate in a particular area. The reading was from pp. 55-59.
Friday, September 7, 2007
Friday, September 7, 2007
Happy Friday!!!
The deadline for turning in Bradford Woods information was today. We will be sending home information with the details you need in the next week or so. We need to update a few items because we are going earlier in the year than ever, and it will be much warmer than we are used to. (Our old gear list included hats, mittens, and warm jackets.)
Today we wrapped up our focus on maps and graphs. It was a good review for the students and will help them as we move along with our study of human geography. There is quite a lot of data presented in tables, maps, and graphs so the review will help them better understand the information.
This site is a great tool for students to use for creating different types of graphs.
http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/graphing/classic/
Have a great weekend!!!
Happy Friday!!!
The deadline for turning in Bradford Woods information was today. We will be sending home information with the details you need in the next week or so. We need to update a few items because we are going earlier in the year than ever, and it will be much warmer than we are used to. (Our old gear list included hats, mittens, and warm jackets.)
Today we wrapped up our focus on maps and graphs. It was a good review for the students and will help them as we move along with our study of human geography. There is quite a lot of data presented in tables, maps, and graphs so the review will help them better understand the information.
This site is a great tool for students to use for creating different types of graphs.
http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/graphing/classic/
Have a great weekend!!!
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Thursday, September 6, 2007
I believe Mrs. Heshelman extended the deadline for Bradford Woods until tomorrow. If your child is interested in going, please ensure they have brought home the permission slip to be signed by you. They must return this tomorrow in order to be added to the list of students attending.
Today in social studies we read and discussed pp. 48-49 about climate graphs. All students were to complete a climate graph on their own using information provided in the textbook about Charleston, South Carolina. Many students reversed the temperature (line) and precipitation (bar) parts of the graph. If this assignment was not completed in class, it is homework and due tomorrow.
We also had our first Reading Across the Curriculum Day today. During RAC, students are required to have some type of reading material that will be read during 7th period. (Each 7th period teacher is different, so you should check with your child to see what type of material they must have to read.) This is part of our curriculum and everyone participates, even teachers and staff members. Our next RAC Day is Monday, September 17.
http://home.barton.ac.uk/curriculum/sc_env/geography/documents/unit_4/climate_and_weather_GIP/HTMLpages/c_grphs.htm
I believe Mrs. Heshelman extended the deadline for Bradford Woods until tomorrow. If your child is interested in going, please ensure they have brought home the permission slip to be signed by you. They must return this tomorrow in order to be added to the list of students attending.
Today in social studies we read and discussed pp. 48-49 about climate graphs. All students were to complete a climate graph on their own using information provided in the textbook about Charleston, South Carolina. Many students reversed the temperature (line) and precipitation (bar) parts of the graph. If this assignment was not completed in class, it is homework and due tomorrow.
We also had our first Reading Across the Curriculum Day today. During RAC, students are required to have some type of reading material that will be read during 7th period. (Each 7th period teacher is different, so you should check with your child to see what type of material they must have to read.) This is part of our curriculum and everyone participates, even teachers and staff members. Our next RAC Day is Monday, September 17.
http://home.barton.ac.uk/curriculum/sc_env/geography/documents/unit_4/climate_and_weather_GIP/HTMLpages/c_grphs.htm
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Today we worked on determining elevation using contour lines. The activity is similar to the one we did yesterday, only the map has contour lines to illustrate the different elevation levels.
http://erg.usgs.gov/isb/pubs/booklets/symbols/elevation.html
Today we worked on determining elevation using contour lines. The activity is similar to the one we did yesterday, only the map has contour lines to illustrate the different elevation levels.
http://erg.usgs.gov/isb/pubs/booklets/symbols/elevation.html
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
I hope you all had a restful, relaxing Labor Day. I don't know about you, but my extra days off go by way too quickly!
This week we are discussing using graphs and special purpose maps -- maps that show elevation, topography, population distribution, etc. Today we looked at elevation and used a map that showed how color can illustrate elevation. Students had almost the entire period to work on the assignment, so your son/daughter may or may not have homework tonight.
Please remember that Bradford Woods permission slips and money are due tomorrow. It is essential that we get this information so we can give an accurate count to Bradford Woods so they can plan accordingly. It's a great trip that offers the students many opportunities.
I hope you all had a restful, relaxing Labor Day. I don't know about you, but my extra days off go by way too quickly!
This week we are discussing using graphs and special purpose maps -- maps that show elevation, topography, population distribution, etc. Today we looked at elevation and used a map that showed how color can illustrate elevation. Students had almost the entire period to work on the assignment, so your son/daughter may or may not have homework tonight.
Please remember that Bradford Woods permission slips and money are due tomorrow. It is essential that we get this information so we can give an accurate count to Bradford Woods so they can plan accordingly. It's a great trip that offers the students many opportunities.
Friday, August 31, 2007
Friday, August 31, 2007
Today's reading and discussion was pp. 43-47 "How Climate Affects Vegetation." We learned that in the different latitude zones there are many different types of vegetation that has to adapt to the climate. We also talked about altitude affecting climate and vegetation. There was a short assignment to complete, which was a chart illustrating the different climate zones and the types of vegetation found there.
Remember, if you need to get in touch with me, you may e-mail me at armourj@m-gsd.org.
Have a wonderful long weekend!!!
World Climates website: http://www.blueplanetbiomes.org/climate.htm
Today's reading and discussion was pp. 43-47 "How Climate Affects Vegetation." We learned that in the different latitude zones there are many different types of vegetation that has to adapt to the climate. We also talked about altitude affecting climate and vegetation. There was a short assignment to complete, which was a chart illustrating the different climate zones and the types of vegetation found there.
Remember, if you need to get in touch with me, you may e-mail me at armourj@m-gsd.org.
Have a wonderful long weekend!!!
World Climates website: http://www.blueplanetbiomes.org/climate.htm
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Today we read pp. 37-42 about climate and weather. The students learned they are different than what they thought. We learned weather is day-to-day changes, and climate is an average of the weather over many years. Part of our discussion was that wind, bodies of water, and landforms can affect the weather and climate. Students had a short assignment, six problems, that is due tomorrow.
To learn more about weather and climate, click on the following link:
http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/kids/climateweather.html
Today we read pp. 37-42 about climate and weather. The students learned they are different than what they thought. We learned weather is day-to-day changes, and climate is an average of the weather over many years. Part of our discussion was that wind, bodies of water, and landforms can affect the weather and climate. Students had a short assignment, six problems, that is due tomorrow.
To learn more about weather and climate, click on the following link:
http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/kids/climateweather.html
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Today we discussed the reading from yesterday and took a short quiz. The students, overall, did very well.
Many of the students will see a connection between the material we cover in social studies and what they are studying in science. Mrs. Heshelman and I will do this throughout the year in order for students to see that what we are learning covers more than just our content areas...that they are connected.
Here is another interesting site that describes plate tectonics.
http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu/geology/tectonics.html
Today we discussed the reading from yesterday and took a short quiz. The students, overall, did very well.
Many of the students will see a connection between the material we cover in social studies and what they are studying in science. Mrs. Heshelman and I will do this throughout the year in order for students to see that what we are learning covers more than just our content areas...that they are connected.
Here is another interesting site that describes plate tectonics.
http://www.ucmp.berkeley.edu/geology/tectonics.html
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Tuesday, August 27, 2007
Thanks to all of you who came to last night's Parent Night. It takes parents and the school working together to help ensure a successful learning experience for students.
Tonight the students are to read pp. 31-36 in their social studies book. They are going to have a short quiz tomorrow over the reading. We watched a short United Streaming video today that illustrated the theory of plate tectonics. I think seeing it will help students understand the reading just a little better. Tomorrow we will be discussing this information in more detail in order to understand how landforms on the earth are formed.
The websites below offer some interesting information:
http://kids.earth.nasa.gov/archive/pangaea/conclusion.html
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/136248.stm
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/savageearth/
Thanks to all of you who came to last night's Parent Night. It takes parents and the school working together to help ensure a successful learning experience for students.
Tonight the students are to read pp. 31-36 in their social studies book. They are going to have a short quiz tomorrow over the reading. We watched a short United Streaming video today that illustrated the theory of plate tectonics. I think seeing it will help students understand the reading just a little better. Tomorrow we will be discussing this information in more detail in order to understand how landforms on the earth are formed.
The websites below offer some interesting information:
http://kids.earth.nasa.gov/archive/pangaea/conclusion.html
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/136248.stm
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/savageearth/
Monday, August 27, 2007
Monday, August 27, 2007
I hope to see many of you tonight at Back-to-School night. The times are from 6:00-8:00 and you will need to go to the gymnasium first before going through your son/daughter's schedule.
In class today we watched a short video from United Streaming about maps, globes, and graphs. When in-class videos are shown, I will provide some sort of video guide for the students to fill out as they are watching. This ensures that students are actively watching and reinforcing the information being presented.
I hope to see many of you tonight at Back-to-School night. The times are from 6:00-8:00 and you will need to go to the gymnasium first before going through your son/daughter's schedule.
In class today we watched a short video from United Streaming about maps, globes, and graphs. When in-class videos are shown, I will provide some sort of video guide for the students to fill out as they are watching. This ensures that students are actively watching and reinforcing the information being presented.
Saturday, August 25, 2007
Friday, August 24, 2007 --
7th grade students brought home information about our upcoming Bradford Woods trip. This is an excellent opportunity for students to work together to accomplish tasks. Several students have asked, and it is not the same curriculum that is used during the 4th grade trip. Please pay attention to the information in the packet and make sure it is returned to school by the deadline.
Social Studies -- Today we worked on a small map to find locations when given latitude and longitude coordinates. Many of the students are still having trouble with this, so off and on this next week we will be using the large classroom map to find locations when given coordinates. The main difficulty students are having is understanding that latitude lines are measured north/south and longitude lines are measured east/west.
TBG/Wellness -- During the first few weeks of school, up until we take the ISTEP exam, 7th graders who have TBG will be rotating through our four classrooms throughout the week. Each of us will be reviewing components that will be seen on the ISTEP test in September. On Friday, all four classes will do some sort of activity that will promote team building/cooperation, healthy eating choices, fitness activities, and guest speakers who will talk to students about different careers in the health field or present information about a variety of health topics. This past Friday students went to the small gym to work on cooperative activities. If your son/daughter participated, ask about the yardstick activity and the difficulty experienced with that activity.
Have a great weekend!!!
7th grade students brought home information about our upcoming Bradford Woods trip. This is an excellent opportunity for students to work together to accomplish tasks. Several students have asked, and it is not the same curriculum that is used during the 4th grade trip. Please pay attention to the information in the packet and make sure it is returned to school by the deadline.
Social Studies -- Today we worked on a small map to find locations when given latitude and longitude coordinates. Many of the students are still having trouble with this, so off and on this next week we will be using the large classroom map to find locations when given coordinates. The main difficulty students are having is understanding that latitude lines are measured north/south and longitude lines are measured east/west.
TBG/Wellness -- During the first few weeks of school, up until we take the ISTEP exam, 7th graders who have TBG will be rotating through our four classrooms throughout the week. Each of us will be reviewing components that will be seen on the ISTEP test in September. On Friday, all four classes will do some sort of activity that will promote team building/cooperation, healthy eating choices, fitness activities, and guest speakers who will talk to students about different careers in the health field or present information about a variety of health topics. This past Friday students went to the small gym to work on cooperative activities. If your son/daughter participated, ask about the yardstick activity and the difficulty experienced with that activity.
Have a great weekend!!!
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