Day 6 – City of Ember Book Report

 

Grade 6s continued learning about decimals in math class. Today students continued working on a review package covering concepts we have learned so far in class. Students were required to complete the whole review package before they could go out for first recess. Students who did not get done in class are asked to complete and correct all questions for homework. The unit test for decimals will be written on Monday, November 13^th.  

We continued working on our City of Ember novel study. Students met in their literature circle groups and discussed the final chapter using their assigned roles. Once discussions were completed, students received a package to guide them through the process of writing a book report. This morning they worked on using an organiser to plan their summary. Later in the day they worked on writing the summary.

During today’s inquiry time students continued working on one of their summative projects for this unit. They will be creating a video commercial of one of Canada’s provinces or territories using the Physical, Economic, Political, and Social (PEPS) features of the province or territory to attract newcomers. Today’s goal was to complete 8 sections of the graphic organiser. Choosing key search terms was an area the class struggled with in general. Students should bring devices from now on as they will be using the internet to research their province or territory. On Wednesday they will need video software such as iMovie or Movie Maker to create their video. The video will be uploaded to YouTube once it is complete. One partner in each group needs a YouTube account.

Some students chose to work on their cars during second lunch today.

Grade 6s attended French class today.

Look out for pictures and curling forms coming home today. Picture orders are due on November 14^th. Retakes will take place on November 17^th. Curling forms are due on November 13^th.

Homework and Reminders

·        Math

o   Review: Complete and correct all review questions

o   Decimals unit test on Monday, November 13

·        Language: What is the difference between a fairy tale and a legend?

·        Science Fair: Collect any materials you may need for your car construction

·        UOI: Devices needed, iMovie/Movie Maker needed for Wednesday.  YouTube channel needed later

·        Fri., Nov. 10 – PD Day – No school for students

·        Mon, Nov. 13

o   Kindness Day

o   Decimal Unit test

o   Curling forms due

·        Tues., Nov. 14 – Picture orders due

·        Fri., Nov. 17 – Picture Retakes

·        Mon., Nov. 20 – Curling trip

·        Dec. 1^st – Curling trip