Day Two

English and Social Studies Grade 8 Block 1 and/or 2
aka Eng/SocBlock
September 7th, 2011


Astronomical Data (sunrise and set, moon rise and set, tides) (later)

Nuts and Bolts
Seating and Working Groups - start with alphabetical
Moodle account
Google Apps account
Books -
Grade 8
A More Perfect Union
get it on a flash drive
Write Source
Daybook
Historical Novels
Johnny Tremain
Ishi
Ghost Canoe
Of Mice and Men
My Antonia
Huckleberry Finn

Grade 6
A Message of Ancient Days
Daybook
Write Source
Island of the Blue Dolphins
Independent Reading Book



Expectations

“Respect and treat seriously the time we have in class to learn and allow others to learn.”

1. On time, in seat, notebook open, writing utensil ready
2. Engage positively and enthusiastically in class
3. No side conversation during instruction
4. Genuine effort to figure things out before asking for help
5. Practice active listening - sit up, listen, ask and answer questions, nod your head,
track the speaker


Typical Class Activities

1. Entry Activity - DOL, DOG, Current Event (later)

2. Close Reading - Read Aloud/Read Along - various book chapters, articles, etc.

3. Hands-on Group Project Work

4. Audio-video plus written response

Now
Introductions - write half page introduction
Full Name and Nickname
Birthday
Time on Whidbey
Number of family (include grandparents, uncles,
aunts, first cousin)
Most memorable part of past summer
Best Movie of the year and/or all-time
Pets
Nearest town
Major interests
Goals
Your choice bit