Sixth graders are coming to the end of their novel, Maniac Magee. The life of Maniac (Jeffery) Magee has had some cruel twists and turns in the last week, and we are all rooting for him to rise above his adversity and come out on top. Close to giving up, he has just realized that a lot of kids who have a parent or parents have it a lot worse than he does as an orphan. We are anxious to see if he will be triumphant and find a family to call his own.
In sixth grade language arts, students have received a packet to guide them through their research of a hobby or sport, which they will eventually turn into a speech in front of the class. Each student must choose an aspect of the activity they have chosen to demonstrate to their classmates. Introduction to proper research and sources in the IMC began today. We will have additional time in the IMC to locate appropriate materials for each student's topic next week. An outline, the form of which will be taught in class, and a bibliography and visual aide will also be required for each student.
Seventh grade reading is finishing up with Drums, Girls and Dangerous Pie. We should complete the book next week. A culminating activity, rather than a test over the novel will be given.
In language arts, we will be administering the district writing assessment for all students on Tuesday. Students are provided a prompt, and have forty minutes to write about the topic presented. The rest of the week we will be working on creating a comic strip. Requirements and the rubric to be used to score students' efforts are available on Mrs. Hayes's blog.
Enjoy better weather, and a good week-end.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Adams
