Monday, May 27, 2013

Monday, May 27, 2013

Reminders

enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments

-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Biography- in class- co-created rubric
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages -

Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"

Novel Study -





Grammar-


Mathematics

Textbook- Chapter 12 Skills Bank page 351-352 questions 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 13

Workbook- Chapter 12.
Worksheet -

Science

Social Studies
-Worksheet on Mummies
Study Notes Grade 5
Please know the following for the test on Thursday...
1.  Compare life in Ancient Rome with modern day (include government, city, family life and entertainment)
2.  Based on the reading identify at least five Olympic facts
3.  The significance of the Trojan horse
4.  Identify special features of Greek Myths at least five things -see handouts
5.  Select one of the gods and explain what they are the god of ie. Zeus, Hades, Aphrodite, Apollo, Ares, Demeter, Hera, Poseidon, Artemis, Hercules
6.  Explain the written form according to Ancient Egypt
7. Identify visuals and what they represent-hieroglyphics -on handout
8. Mummification and King Tut taught on Monday
9.  How were people's pyramid's established? - taught on Tuesday
Social Studies
-Recreate the timeline for the Northern Passage
Study Notes Grade 6
Please know the following for the test on Thursday...
1.  Aboriginal Art-what does it usually represent
2. Explain the First Nation People-their belief, way of life, farming, hunting and fisheries, their living arrangement, and land
3. Create a timeline of the European  Explore
4.  How do Natives survive the wilderness-to be done on Monday
5.  Explain the Canadian Fur trade-to be taught on Tuesday
Health

Religion
Classroom Meeting

Fully Alive read pages
Grade 5-Read pages 77-82
Grade 6-Read pages 87-92
Art-Both Grades
- Create a collage to identify a point of view for making a difference
use pictures and words
-On the back explain what it represents, and why is this issue important to you and what can you do to address awareness of the topic
Upcoming assignments
Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 27 (assessment on brainstorming, research, draft, editing and revisions)
Upcoming tests


Math-Chapter 12-Tuesday May 28
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4 might be changed
Social Studies Test-Ancient Civilization-and First Nations and Early Explorers Thursday May 30


Upcoming Events

Friday, May 24, 2013

Friday, May 24, 2013

Reminders

- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments

-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Biography- in class- edit and revise
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages -

Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"

Novel Study -





Grammar-


Mathematics

Textbook- Chapter 12. 6 questions  3 and 5

Workbook- Chapter 12.
Worksheet -

Science

Social Studies
Study Notes Grade 5
Please know the following for the test on Thursday...
1.  Compare life in Ancient Rome with modern day (include government, city, family life and entertainment)
2.  Based on the reading identify at least five Olympic facts
3.  The significance of the Trojan horse
4.  Identify special features of Greek Myths at least five things -see handouts
5.  Select one of the gods and explain what they are the god of ie. Zeus, Hades, Aphrodite, Apollo, Ares, Demeter, Hera, Poseidon, Artemis, Hercules
6.  Explain the written form according to Ancient Egypt
7. Identify visuals and what they represent-hieroglyphics -on handout
8. Mummification and king Tut taught on Monday
9.  How were people's pyramid's established? - taught on Tuesday
Social Studies
Study Notes Grade 6
Please know the following for the test on Thursday...
1.  Aboriginal Art-what does it usually represent
2. Explain the First Nation People-their belief, way of life, farming, hunting and fisheries, their living arrangement, and land
3. Create a timeline of the European  Explore
4.  How do Natives survive the wilderness-to be done on Monday
5.  Explain the Canadian Fur trade-to be taught on Tuesday
Health

Religion


Fully Alive read pages
Grade 5-Read pages 77-82
Grade 6-Read pages 87-92
Art-Both Grades
- Create a collage to identify a point of view for making a difference
use pictures and words
-On the back explain what it represents, and why is this issue important to you and what can you do to address awareness of the topic
Upcoming assignments
Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 27 (assessment on brainstorming, research, draft, editing and revisions)
Upcoming tests


Math-Chapter 12-Tuesday May 28
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4 might be changed
Social Studies Test-Ancient Civilization-and First Nations and Early Explorers Thursday May 30


Upcoming Events

Friday, May 17, 2013

Friday, May 17, 2013

Reminders

- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments
-Fantastic support for the "vow of silence today," by all students in our class.  You all showed great elf-discipline, even with our fashion show which was "EPIC."
-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Biography- in class-focus on research and begin drafting
For research students need to bring in electronics to search the web
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages - in class performance task all week

Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"

Novel Study -





Grammar-


Mathematics

Textbook- Chapter 12.4 questions 3-6

Workbook- Chapter 12.
Worksheet -

Science


Social Studies


Health

Religion


Fully Alive read pages

Art
Upcoming assignments


Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 27
Science Structures in class assignment-Thursday May 16 postpone to Wednesday May 22
Upcoming tests
Science-Monday May 6
Math -Chapter 11-Wednesday May 8
Math-Chapter 12-Tuesday May 22
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4
Social Studies Test-Ancient Civilization-Thursday May 30


Upcoming Events

Language
Creative Writing -
Reading -
Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -
Grammar-

Mathematics
Textbook- page
Workbook- page
Worksheet -

Science



Social Studies

Health

Religion/Family Life

Art
Upcoming assignments

Upcoming tests
-Social Studies Test-First Nation People-May 30
Upcoming Events

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Reminders

- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments

-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Biography- in class-focus on research and begin drafting
For research students need to bring in electronics to search the web
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages - in class performance task all week

Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"

Novel Study -





Grammar-


Mathematics

Textbook- Chapter 12 pg 339
questions 5-8
Workbook- Chapter 12.
Worksheet -

Science
Bring in Science Materials for In class structure assignment
Goal: To create a structure that can hold a load

Social Studies
Ancient Civilization - bring in a flat bed sheet and accessories (belts, beads, leaves etc...) in order to create a fashion show that demonstrates fashion of ancient times.  Please note that students will not be permitted to glue, tape, or sew things onto the sheet, however the sheet may have dirt from the floor on it so don't send children with your favourite bedding.

Health

Religion


Fully Alive read pages

Art
Upcoming assignments


Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 27
Science Structures in class assignment-Thursday May 16 postpone to Wednesday May 22
Upcoming tests
Science-Monday May 6
Math -Chapter 11-Wednesday May 8
Math-Chapter 12-Tuesday May 22
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4
Social Studies Test-Ancient Civilization-Thursday May 30


Upcoming Events

Language
Creative Writing -
Reading -
Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -
Grammar-

Mathematics
Textbook- page
Workbook- page
Worksheet -

Science



Social Studies

Health

Religion/Family Life

Art
Upcoming assignments

Upcoming tests
-Social Studies Test-First Nation People-May 30
Upcoming Events

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Reminders

- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments

-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Biography- in class-focus on research
For research students need to bring in electronics to search the web
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages - in class performance task all week

Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"

Novel Study -





Grammar-

Mathematics

Textbook- Chapter 12.
Workbook- Chapter 12.
Worksheet -

Science
Bring in Science Materials for In class structure assignment
Goal: To create a structure that can hold a load

Social Studies
Ancient Civilization - After reading the Trojan War, create a timeline of events from the point of view of Trojan people instead of the Greeks as was in the read.

Health

Religion


Fully Alive read pages

Art
Upcoming assignments


Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 27
Science Structures in class assignment-Thursday May 16
Upcoming tests
Science-Monday May 6
Math -Chapter 11-Wednesday May 8
Math-Chapter 12-Tuesday May 22
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4
Social Studies Test-Ancient Civilization-Thursday May 30


Upcoming Events

Language
Creative Writing -
Reading -
Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -
Grammar-

Mathematics
Textbook- page
Workbook- page
Worksheet -

Science



Social Studies

Health

Religion/Family Life

Art
Upcoming assignments

Upcoming tests
-Social Studies Test-First Nation People-May 30
Upcoming Events

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Tuesday May 14, 2013

Reminders

- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments

-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Biography- in class-focus on research
For research students need to bring in electronics to search the web
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages - in class performance task all week

Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"

Novel Study -





Grammar-

Mathematics

Textbook- Chapter 12.2 question 3&4
Workbook- Chapter 12.2 page 109
Worksheet -

Science
Bring in Science Materials for In class structure assignment
Goal: To create a structure that can hold a load

Social Studies
Ancient Civilization - After reading the Trojan War, create a timeline of events from the point of view of Trojan people instead of the Greeks as was in the read.

Health

Religion


Fully Alive read pages

Art
Upcoming assignments


Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 27
Science Structures in class assignment-Thursday May 16
Upcoming tests
Science-Monday May 6
Math -Chapter 11-Wednesday May 8
Math-Chapter 12-Tuesday May 22
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4
Social Studies Test-Ancient Civilization-Thursday May 30


Upcoming Events

Language
Creative Writing -
Reading -
Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -
Grammar-

Mathematics
Textbook- page
Workbook- page
Worksheet -

Science



Social Studies

Health

Religion/Family Life

Art
Upcoming assignments

Upcoming tests
-Social Studies Test-First Nation People-May 30
Upcoming Events

Monday, May 13, 2013

Monday, May 13, 2013

Reminders

- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments



-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Biography Writing- in class brainstorming
For research students need to bring in electronics to search the web
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages - in class performance task all week

Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"

Novel Study -





Grammar-


Mathematics

Textbook- Chapter 12 page - in class 
Workbook- Chapter 12.1 page 108
Worksheet -

Science
Bring in Science Materials for In class structure assignment
Goal: To create a structure that can hold a load

Social Studies
Ancient Civilization - Research Olympic Games History on a Time line

Health
Religion


Fully Alive read pages


Art
Upcoming assignments


Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 27
Science Structures in class assignment-Thursday May 16
Upcoming tests
Science-Monday May 6
Math -Chapter 11-Wednesday May 8
Math-Chapter 12-Tuesday May 22
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4
Social Studies Test-Ancient Civilization-Thursday May 30


Upcoming Events

Language
Creative Writing -
Reading -
Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -
Grammar-

Mathematics
Textbook- page
Workbook- page
Worksheet -

Science



Social Studies

Health

Religion/Family Life

Art
Upcoming assignments

Upcoming tests
-Social Studies Test-First Nation People-May 30
Upcoming Events



Friday, May 10, 2013

Friday, May 10, 2013

Reminders

- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments

-Sign April Parent Letters
-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Narrative Paragraph Writing- published copy
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages

Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -



Grammar-


Mathematics

Textbook- Chapter 12  "Do you Remember"
Workbook-
Worksheet -

Science
Bring in Science Materials for In class structure assignment
Goal: To create a structure that can hold a load

Social Studies
Ancient Civilization Venn diagram Worksheet

Health
Religion
Read

Fully Alive read pages


Art
Upcoming assignments



Creative Writing-Narrative Writing-Monday May 13
Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 21
Science Structures in class assignment-Thursday May 16
Upcoming tests
Science-Monday May 6
Math -Chapter 11-Wednesday May 8
Math-Chapter 12-Tuesday May 22
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4
Social Studies Test-Ancient Civilization-Thursday May 30


Upcoming Events

Language
Creative Writing -
Reading -
Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -
Grammar-

Mathematics
Textbook- page
Workbook- page
Worksheet -

Science



Social Studies

Health

Religion/Family Life

Art
Upcoming assignments

Upcoming tests
-Social Studies Test-First Nation People-May 30
Upcoming Events



Monday, May 06, 2013

Monday, May 6, 2013

Reminders

- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments
-Tests and Assignments are posted for the month of May-see below there is a correction to be made with the dates of tests and assignments-Sorry
-Sign April Parent Letters
-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Speeches-WELL DONE STUDENTS!!!!!!!!
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages
Hwk: Nelson Literacy 5b read pgs 36-40 answer connection question pg 40
Financial Literacy-page 6 of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -
 
Grammar-


Mathematics

Textbook- 
Workbook- 11.8 and 11.9 in class
Worksheet -

Science


Social Studies

Health
Religion
Read pgs. 134-135 finish the story and finish the class room meeting agenda to share with the class tomorrow during our meeting

Fully Alive read pages


Art
Upcoming assignments



Creative Writing-Narrative Writing-Monday May 13
Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 21
Science Structures in class assignment-Thursday May 16
Upcoming tests
Science-Monday May 6
Math -Chapter 11-Wednesday May 8
Math-Chapter 13-Tuesday May 22
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4
Social Studies Test-Ancient Civilization-Thursday May 30


 
Upcoming Events

Language
Creative Writing -
Reading -
Financial Literacy-page 6 of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -
Grammar-

Mathematics
Textbook- page
Workbook- page
Worksheet -

Science



Social Studies

Health

Religion/Family Life

Art
Upcoming assignments

Upcoming tests
-Social Studies Test-First Nation People-May 30
Upcoming Events



Friday, May 03, 2013

Friday, May 3, 2013

Reminders

- enrica.bucci@tcdsb.org or stsimonbucci@gmail.com is another option students may use to submit assignments
-Tests and Assignments are posted for the month of May-see below there is a correction to be made with the dates of tests and assignments-Sorry
-Sign April Parent Letters
-With your permission, students are allowed to bring in their home computer or other electronic devices for an in class assignment to type and search the web.

Homework

Grade 5
Grade 6
Language
Creative Writing - Speeches-Based on our novel Schooled and our social studies unit on the Government
Reading - Nelson Literacy 5c pages
Hwk:
Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -






Grammar-


Mathematics

Textbook- 11.7 question a-d in class
Workbook- 11.7
Worksheet -

Science
STUDY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Social Studies

Health
Religion/Family Life

Fully Alive read pages


Art
Upcoming assignments


Creative Writing-Speeches-Monday May 6
Creative Writing-Narrative Writing-Monday May 13
Creative Writing-Biography-Monday May 21
Science Structures in class assignment-Thursday May 16
Upcoming tests
Science-Monday May 6
Math -Chapter 11-Wednesday May 8
Math-Chapter 13-Tuesday May 22
Math-Chapter 14-Tuesday June 4
Social Studies Test-Thursday May 30




Science

Unit: Structures

Study Notes


Please know the following for the test…


  1. What is exert force, natural force, movement, energy and gravity pull, give an example?
  2. Explain how different bridges, pyramids and stonehenge work and built including suspension, truss, beam and arch bridges
  3. Identify some feats and failures you learnt about during our unit
  4. Explain the science behind roller coasters
  5. What is the role of an architect when he/she creates a structure?
  6. How is a house built?
  7. Explain the different classes of levers

*Test will be short answers and may have some diagrams that need to be labelled.

*The question worth/mark(s) will determine how much information needs to write within your answer.For example, if question #1 is worth 3 marks, then you must include three different ideas related to the question.


Study process…


  1. Review information above and find the information in your notes or text
  2. Use page numbers and dates to guide you in finding the information above
  3. Write notes in your own words and on a separate sheet of paper titled study notes in order for you to better understand the ideas being tested and to have all the information on one or two sheets of paper
  4. Review your study notes daily
  5. Test yourself by writing possible questions based on your study notes
  6. Find the answers and write them out beside the questions
  7. Have someone question you with the questions you’ve provided them
  8. Answer questions both orally and in the written form, writing out the answers will help students who sometimes freeze up during test time so the extra practise will benefit you
  9. The night before the test review everything a few times
  10. During the test take your time and read every question thoroughly providing as much information as possible

Test Date:Monday May 6, 2013
Upcoming Events

Language
Creative Writing -
Reading -
Financial Literacy-page of "Do You See a Money Tree"
Novel Study -
Grammar-

Mathematics
Textbook- page
Workbook- page
Worksheet -

Science
STUDY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Social Studies

Health

Religion/Family Life

Art
Upcoming assignments

Upcoming tests
-Science Test Unit - Space - May 6
Upcoming Events


Science

Unit: Solar System

Study Notes


Please know the following for the test…


  1. What happens at the international space station?
  2. What is the purpose of a space suit?
  3. What do we know about Mars?
  4. What helping hands are used in space to help astronauts tell us about space?


*Test will be short answers and may have some diagrams that need to be labelled.

*The question worth/mark(s) will determine how much information needs to write within your answer.For example, if question #1 is worth 3 marks, then you must include three different ideas related to the question.


Study process…


  1. Review information above and find the information in your notes or text
  2. Use page numbers and dates to guide you in finding the information above
  3. Write notes in your own words and on a separate sheet of paper titled study notes in order for you to better understand the ideas being tested and to have all the information on one or two sheets of paper
  4. Review your study notes daily
  5. Test yourself by writing possible questions based on your study notes
  6. Find the answers and write them out beside the questions
  7. Have someone question you with the questions you’ve provided them
  8. Answer questions both orally and in the written form, writing out the answers will help students who sometimes freeze up during test time so the extra practise will benefit you
  9. The night before the test review everything a few times
  10. During the test take your time and read every question thoroughly providing as much information as possible

Test Date:Monday May 6, 2013