End of May Update
Hi Parents/Guardians/Students,
Our year is starting to come to an end, but as you know, the end of the year signifies what is always a very busy time. Here are a few of the major things we will be doing as we conclude our year:
1) Concluding our Geometry unit and moving into Algebra- We are concluding our geometry unit this week with a series of mini quizzes/activities that will assess student knowledge of triangular concurrency, triangle classification, plotting points on the Cartesian Plane and transformations. We will be moving from this unit straight into our last unit which is algebra. Algebra will be assessed hand-in-hand with integers as student have now been exposed to the meaning of and adding/subtracting of negative numbers.
2) Grade 6- Solar System Activity- Next week, grade 6's will get plenty of time to start and finish the building of a model planetary solar system. They will also be creating a "Come to my Planet" tourism brochure.
3) Grade 7 Science- Students will be writing a test on Thursday of this week on heat and will be completing a brief demonstration and explanation about an alternative energy form of their choice.
4) Literacy- Book clubs will come to a wrap and students will be writing a news article on an event that happened in their novel
5) Geography/Social Studies- Students will be completing an inquiry based assignment for Mr Tamblyn.
Reminder about Fun Fair and Talent Show
A reminder that Fun Fair is this upcoming Thursday June 2nd. It will run from 4:30-7:30. As our class will be helping to sell yogurt and will be running 4 games as well throughout the evening I would ask that those students who are working the "early shift" arrive a little early to help set up the games areas.
The Talent Show will be on June the 9th at 6:30. Doors open at 6 and performances start at 6:30. As you know, our entire class is performing a piece. It has really come together and I am proud to present it to you. The kids should feel very proud of the hard work they have put in as well. Tickets to the event are free so show up early if you would like to be guaranteed a seat. A handful of classes are presenting in addition to individuals who came out for the show this year so we expect a big crowd with an increase in participation.
Numbers for our Fundraiser
$646.15!!!! This is the amount of money we raised for the Red Cross and the victims of the Fort McMurray wildfires! As the government is matching our totals dollar-for-dollar, that number doubles to $1292.30. Seriously amazing job girls and boys!
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Tuesday, May 24, 2016
EQAO and Great News!!
Hi everyone! It is hard to believe EQAO is here. The year is truly flying by! For all grade 6 students who are starting tomorrow I wanted to wish you all success! I truly believe our intense and almost weekly focus on reading comprehension though your packages as well as our focus on using the problem solving model should set all of you up for success.
Remember:
1) You can only use the space given to you to write any written responses. answers that go past the last line (unless you are completing a sentence) will not count.
2) Bring a water bottle and an extra snack! It is a long couple of days and you will want to have plenty to drink.
3) Bring a pencil, pen, highlighter, ruler, compass and calculator.
Fundraising so far
Our Yogurt and Popcorn fundraiser has been a huge success! Over 3 days of sales, we have raised more than $450 dollars for the Red Cross. This money will go towards the victims of Fort McMurray and the Alberta Fires Appeal. As the government is matching all donations, we have helped raise $900 dollars for the Red Cross. The class has been passionate and has done a terrific job. Everyone should feel extremely proud of the work they have done! With 2 more days of popcorn/yogurt sales on the way and our games initiative at fun fair, we our well on our way to achieving our goal of raising $1000 ($2000 if matched by the government).
Questions: Global Warming:
1) What are 3 things you can do to help reduce greenhouse gases and emissions?
2) What can governments do to stop greenhouse gases from being released into our atmosphere (give me 2 examples of what can be done)?
Remember:
1) You can only use the space given to you to write any written responses. answers that go past the last line (unless you are completing a sentence) will not count.
2) Bring a water bottle and an extra snack! It is a long couple of days and you will want to have plenty to drink.
3) Bring a pencil, pen, highlighter, ruler, compass and calculator.
Fundraising so far
Our Yogurt and Popcorn fundraiser has been a huge success! Over 3 days of sales, we have raised more than $450 dollars for the Red Cross. This money will go towards the victims of Fort McMurray and the Alberta Fires Appeal. As the government is matching all donations, we have helped raise $900 dollars for the Red Cross. The class has been passionate and has done a terrific job. Everyone should feel extremely proud of the work they have done! With 2 more days of popcorn/yogurt sales on the way and our games initiative at fun fair, we our well on our way to achieving our goal of raising $1000 ($2000 if matched by the government).
Questions: Global Warming:
1) What are 3 things you can do to help reduce greenhouse gases and emissions?
2) What can governments do to stop greenhouse gases from being released into our atmosphere (give me 2 examples of what can be done)?
Link:
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Science Links and Homework
Science Quiz Links-
As promised, here are the links we used in class that may help you prepare for tomorrow's quiz.
Remember to take a peak at key terms and concepts such as:
- The difference between rotation and revolution
- Why we have day and night
- 2 factors that contribute to season changes
-Phases of the moon
- Waxing/Waning (moon)
- Perigee Vs Apogee (moon)
- Amount of days it takes for the moon to orbit around the earth
- Lunar/Solar Eclipse
-Equinox/Solstice
- The importance of March 21st and December 21st
- Earth and its axis
- Earth's natural satelitte
Sun Link- http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/ess05.sci.ess.eiu.sunbasics/characteristics-of-the-sun/
A day on Earth-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-dtBfkzyl0&feature=related
Reasons for Seasons- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taHTA7S_JGk
Understanding the Moon- http://www.moonconnection.com/moon_phases.phtml
Phases of the Moon- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXseTWTZlks&feature=related
Solar and Lunar Eclipse Links-
http://www.mreclipse.com/Special/SEprimer.html
http://www.mreclipse.com/Special/LEprimer.html
http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/ess05.sci.ess.eiu.totaleclipse/total-solar-eclipse-animation/
Other Homework
Math- Translation and Ordered Pair Worksheets
Geography- Begin to research topic for Natural Disaster Response Plan
As promised, here are the links we used in class that may help you prepare for tomorrow's quiz.
Remember to take a peak at key terms and concepts such as:
- The difference between rotation and revolution
- Why we have day and night
- 2 factors that contribute to season changes
-Phases of the moon
- Waxing/Waning (moon)
- Perigee Vs Apogee (moon)
- Amount of days it takes for the moon to orbit around the earth
- Lunar/Solar Eclipse
-Equinox/Solstice
- The importance of March 21st and December 21st
- Earth and its axis
- Earth's natural satelitte
Sun Link- http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/ess05.sci.ess.eiu.sunbasics/characteristics-of-the-sun/
A day on Earth-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-dtBfkzyl0&feature=related
Reasons for Seasons- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taHTA7S_JGk
Understanding the Moon- http://www.moonconnection.com/moon_phases.phtml
Phases of the Moon- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXseTWTZlks&feature=related
Solar and Lunar Eclipse Links-
http://www.mreclipse.com/Special/SEprimer.html
http://www.mreclipse.com/Special/LEprimer.html
http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/ess05.sci.ess.eiu.totaleclipse/total-solar-eclipse-animation/
Other Homework
Math- Translation and Ordered Pair Worksheets
Geography- Begin to research topic for Natural Disaster Response Plan
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
Link to News Paper Writing article
Newspaper Feature Task
The link below will take you to the latest Toronto Star article on the Wildfire tragedy still taking place in fort McMurray. Please ensure you complete the graphic organizer for tomorrow.
https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2016/05/09/ocean-of-fire-gives-way-to-reveal-a-fort-mcmuray-still-largely-intact.html
What are class is doing to help victims of Fort McMurray
I am extremely proud to announce that our class has decided to head an initiative that will be run at our school to raise money to assist victims of the Fort McMurray tragedy. Over the next 2 weeks and on the night of our school fun fair, our class will be selling frozen yogurt and popcorn. All profits will be donated to the Red Cross who are assisting victims of the Fort McMurray wildfires. All money being donated to the Red Cross is being matched by the federal government. As we are in the middle of a news report writing unit with a focus on fairness/equity and how we can create a fair equitable world, I am so thrilled to see the enthusiasm that all students are showing in turning our words and discussions into real, positive action. I sincerely hope that getting out their and truly making a difference opens up your eyes to the many opportunities that exist to make a truly positive change in our world.
There will be more information about our efforts sent out later this week via announcements and the school blog. Please stay tuned.
Chapters for Week 2
George Clooney- 5-7
Enders Game- 6 and 7
Hugo- 5-8
We all Fall Down- 4-6
Giver-4-7
Reminder to Grade 6 Students
There is a quiz coming up in Science on Thursday! Please refer back to your Kahoots and study guide questions/packages for studying!
The link below will take you to the latest Toronto Star article on the Wildfire tragedy still taking place in fort McMurray. Please ensure you complete the graphic organizer for tomorrow.
https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2016/05/09/ocean-of-fire-gives-way-to-reveal-a-fort-mcmuray-still-largely-intact.html
What are class is doing to help victims of Fort McMurray
I am extremely proud to announce that our class has decided to head an initiative that will be run at our school to raise money to assist victims of the Fort McMurray tragedy. Over the next 2 weeks and on the night of our school fun fair, our class will be selling frozen yogurt and popcorn. All profits will be donated to the Red Cross who are assisting victims of the Fort McMurray wildfires. All money being donated to the Red Cross is being matched by the federal government. As we are in the middle of a news report writing unit with a focus on fairness/equity and how we can create a fair equitable world, I am so thrilled to see the enthusiasm that all students are showing in turning our words and discussions into real, positive action. I sincerely hope that getting out their and truly making a difference opens up your eyes to the many opportunities that exist to make a truly positive change in our world.
There will be more information about our efforts sent out later this week via announcements and the school blog. Please stay tuned.
Chapters for Week 2
George Clooney- 5-7
Enders Game- 6 and 7
Hugo- 5-8
We all Fall Down- 4-6
Giver-4-7
Reminder to Grade 6 Students
There is a quiz coming up in Science on Thursday! Please refer back to your Kahoots and study guide questions/packages for studying!
Thursday, May 5, 2016
Weekend Update with Mr. Kaiman
Hi everyone,
It is hard to believe that we are well into May. The year has truly gone by so fast! I wanted to wish everyone a great 3 day weekend. Please do not forget to:
1) Complete your subtracting integers homework.
2) Complete your grade 6 science Kahoot or grade 7 Gizmo on heat transfer
3) Continue with reading your week 1 book club reading and work on your section summary.
4) Start to conduct research on your geography emergency plans.
The assignment for grade 7 geography can be located on the class website.
EQAO Suggestion
In preparation of EQAO I would highly recommend students review the following math concepts. While I will do my best to provide some review of these concepts prior to the date, we also must still go ahead with new curriculum, so additional study at home will be helpful. Please review
- Volume and surface area of Triangular and Rectangular Prisms
- Perimeter and area of various polygons (parallelograms, rectangles, triangles)
Information and questions can be found at IXL.ca under the grade 6 curriculum
It is hard to believe that we are well into May. The year has truly gone by so fast! I wanted to wish everyone a great 3 day weekend. Please do not forget to:
1) Complete your subtracting integers homework.
2) Complete your grade 6 science Kahoot or grade 7 Gizmo on heat transfer
3) Continue with reading your week 1 book club reading and work on your section summary.
4) Start to conduct research on your geography emergency plans.
The assignment for grade 7 geography can be located on the class website.
EQAO Suggestion
In preparation of EQAO I would highly recommend students review the following math concepts. While I will do my best to provide some review of these concepts prior to the date, we also must still go ahead with new curriculum, so additional study at home will be helpful. Please review
- Volume and surface area of Triangular and Rectangular Prisms
- Perimeter and area of various polygons (parallelograms, rectangles, triangles)
Information and questions can be found at IXL.ca under the grade 6 curriculum
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
May 4th, 2016
Language Question
As we examining newspaper writing through the lens of "fairness and equity in our world", I thought it would be an amazing opportunity for our class to actually put the conversations we have had about creating a fair and equitable world into action. As a class, we will choose a campaign that we can help build from the ground up, that:
1) Raises awareness about an "unfair" issue in our world (child labour, food shortage, dirty water, poverty, homelessness etc).
2) Raises money or awareness for a charity of our choice
3) Collects goods such as food, clothing or other necessities that can be donated to people who are in need,
For tomorrow, I would like each person in our class to brainstorm an idea for an event we can organize as a class in order to create a more fair world.
Tell me:
1) What is your idea?
2) How will this idea create more fairness in our world?
3) What do we need to plan/organize to be able to do what you want to do?
Geography/Social Studies
A reminder that "Pear Island" assignments are due to Mr. Tamblyn during tomorrow's first period. There is also a mapping quiz/test so study hard! Here is a link to the Kahoot study guide and please use the Powerpoint on our classroom site to help you study.
https://play.kahoot.it/#/k/e7e31021-6a02-45c2-a0be-7e83c649fbd0
Math
Adding integers- Questions 1-6 for grade 6 students and 1-9 for grade 7 students.
As we examining newspaper writing through the lens of "fairness and equity in our world", I thought it would be an amazing opportunity for our class to actually put the conversations we have had about creating a fair and equitable world into action. As a class, we will choose a campaign that we can help build from the ground up, that:
1) Raises awareness about an "unfair" issue in our world (child labour, food shortage, dirty water, poverty, homelessness etc).
2) Raises money or awareness for a charity of our choice
3) Collects goods such as food, clothing or other necessities that can be donated to people who are in need,
For tomorrow, I would like each person in our class to brainstorm an idea for an event we can organize as a class in order to create a more fair world.
Tell me:
1) What is your idea?
2) How will this idea create more fairness in our world?
3) What do we need to plan/organize to be able to do what you want to do?
Geography/Social Studies
A reminder that "Pear Island" assignments are due to Mr. Tamblyn during tomorrow's first period. There is also a mapping quiz/test so study hard! Here is a link to the Kahoot study guide and please use the Powerpoint on our classroom site to help you study.
https://play.kahoot.it/#/k/e7e31021-6a02-45c2-a0be-7e83c649fbd0
Math
Adding integers- Questions 1-6 for grade 6 students and 1-9 for grade 7 students.
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
EQAO/Comprehension Work
GRADE 6 and 7 EQAO/Reading Comprehension Practice
As you all know, EQAO is coming up fast! On May 25th, 2016 students in grade 6 will begin writing their assessment. Grade 6 students will be writing for a 3 day period and will have extra time/days to write the test if they happen to be away on one of the writing days. Thank you to those parents who have already informed the office/me about any scheduling conflicts that you might have with EQAO.
In order to make grade 6 students comfortable with what the test will be like, I will be assigning homework over the next 3 weeks that is EQAO specific. Tonight I am assigning 1 reading package including 5 multiple choice questions and 2 short answer questions. We will be taking up the answers to the package tomorrow using EQAO approved exemplars to help guide student learning.
http://www.eqao.com/en/assessments/junior-division/assessment-docs/6e-Lang2-2013.pdf
The link above will take students to the comprehension/EQAO practice I would like them to complete. I only want them to complete reading package part C for tonight. It is entitled "Iceberg Wranglers".
The link below is a link where you (as a student) or parents/guardians can access previous EQAO packages to practice. I would highly recommend that students use these exemplars to help prepare themselves for the upcoming test.
http://www.eqao.com/en/assessments/junior-division
Grade 7 students are expected to complete the reading comprehension package tonight as well. As I explained, this is good practice and great exposure to EQAO formatting that they will have to all deal with in grade 9.
Other Work
Geography/Social Studies/Mapping Test- Grade 6 and 7- Thursday
Begin reading week 1 portion of new book club book
Math- Integers questions from in class. Due tomorrow.
As you all know, EQAO is coming up fast! On May 25th, 2016 students in grade 6 will begin writing their assessment. Grade 6 students will be writing for a 3 day period and will have extra time/days to write the test if they happen to be away on one of the writing days. Thank you to those parents who have already informed the office/me about any scheduling conflicts that you might have with EQAO.
In order to make grade 6 students comfortable with what the test will be like, I will be assigning homework over the next 3 weeks that is EQAO specific. Tonight I am assigning 1 reading package including 5 multiple choice questions and 2 short answer questions. We will be taking up the answers to the package tomorrow using EQAO approved exemplars to help guide student learning.
http://www.eqao.com/en/assessments/junior-division/assessment-docs/6e-Lang2-2013.pdf
The link above will take students to the comprehension/EQAO practice I would like them to complete. I only want them to complete reading package part C for tonight. It is entitled "Iceberg Wranglers".
The link below is a link where you (as a student) or parents/guardians can access previous EQAO packages to practice. I would highly recommend that students use these exemplars to help prepare themselves for the upcoming test.
http://www.eqao.com/en/assessments/junior-division
Grade 7 students are expected to complete the reading comprehension package tonight as well. As I explained, this is good practice and great exposure to EQAO formatting that they will have to all deal with in grade 9.
Other Work
Geography/Social Studies/Mapping Test- Grade 6 and 7- Thursday
Begin reading week 1 portion of new book club book
Math- Integers questions from in class. Due tomorrow.
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