Dec. 18-20

For homework:

Wednesday:  Three word challenge.  Make the sentences more complex by adding THREE more words.  Be sure the sentences make sense after your revisions (All sentences come from To Kill A Mockingbird).

For example:   Atticus reached out and rubbed Jem's hair.
Revised:  As we walked, Atticus reached out and rubbed Jem's hair

1.)  Atticus said it was polite to talk to people.

2.) They were not the men I saw last night.

3.) A flash of plain fear was going out of his eyes.


Thursday: Word outta order.  Re-write the sentences so they make sense to the reader (All sentences come from To Kill A Mockingbird).

For example: Hot shot embarrassment through me: I had leaped into people a ring I did not know. 
Revised"  Hot embarrassment shot through me: I had leaped into a ring of people I did not know.


1.)  He Jem yanked nearly off his feet.

2.) Jem stayed moody and silent a week for. 

3.) The second grade was bad as as the first, worse only.


Friday:  Read over the text for next month.  I will post information over break that may be useful as you prepare for next month!


BE SAFE!  Message me if you have any questions.

December 16-17

Hello everyone!

I hope you had a pleasant weekend.  Below you will find your homework assignments for the week.  

In class we are working on final projects based on the book To Kill A Mockingbird.  Friday will be presentation day!


If you have any questions about the homework, please do not hesitate to ask.  

Monday: Dec. 16  
Edit the sentences (all sentences are from TKAM-Chapter 29)

1.) he was still leaning against the wal.

2.) His Face was as white as his hans, but for a shadow on his chin

3.) When i pointed to him his palms slipped slightly, leaving greasy sweat streaks on
the wall, and he hooked his thumbs in his belt?

4.) hey, Boo, I said


Tuesday: Dec. 17
Put the sentences in order (sentences come from TKAM- Chapter 30)

“Won’t you have a seat, Mr. Arthur? This rocking-chair’s nice and comfortable.”

 

Yes, a right pretty spell.

 

My small fantasy about him was alive again: he would be sitting on the porch... 

right pretty spell we’re having, isn’t it, Mr. Arthur?

 

Boo would feel more comfortable in the dark.

Feeling slightly unreal, I led him to the chair farthest 

from Atticus and Mr. Tate.

 

It was in deep shadow. 

 

Homework for the week of Dec. 9 to Dec. 13

Hello everyone!  I hope everyone had an AMAZING and SAFE weekend.

Posted below is the homework for the week.  You can either turn the homework in on lined paper, typed OR post your response in the comment section below.  When you post a comment, please put the date of the homework you are completing.

Parents:  In our classroom we are working on a three check system.  If a students receives more then three checks in behavior management, I will call home.   Please do not hesitate to call or send a note with your child if you have any questions.

Note: Behavior management refers to students ability to have control over their bodies and voices.  Their ability to follow directions, and their ability to appreciate how they are coming across to other students.  In our classroom we want everyone to have access to a space where they can learn and feel safe. 

Homework: 

Monday- Dec. 9	Tuesday-Dec. 10	Wednesday-Dec. 11	Thursday-Dec. 12	Friday-Dec.13
As punishment, Jem had to read to Mrs. Dubose.  Do you think this was a suitable punishment? Why or why not? OR What do you think about Jem and Scout’s experience at Cal’s church.  How did it affect the children’s understanding of Cal?	If you were in Atticus’ shoes, how would you handle defending Tom Robinson	What do you think of TKAMB so far? Come up with three statements or questions about TKAMB so far.	What theme from TKAMB will you take into your life? For example: Don’t make a judgment until you have walked in the other person’s shoes.	Why is it important to hear what your classmates have to say in class?

If you have any questions, please post a comment, call, or email me.
Have a wonderful week and thank you for all of your help and hard work.

Ms. Tuck

Dec 5

Good Afternoon!

Hope everyone is have a great week back.  

Updates:  The Metro North debate team did an amazing job yesterday.  Thank you for all of your hard work!!

For Homework: 

 Sketch what other characters say or think about Atticus Finch.  You can use speech bubbles or thought bubbles.  Have at least three bubbles.

                     

Dec. 3

Hello Everyone!

Just a reminder: Tomorrow is the Debate.  Be sure to cheer on your classmates and let them know they have your support!!


For Homework:  Pick one

Answer one of the following questions in 2-3 sentences.

1.) Why does Scout call her father, Atticus, by his first name?

2.) What kind of person is Miss Caroline?


OR

Create a semantic web about the 1930's.  Ask a family member and friends for their help!

Dec.2

Hello Everyone,

We have started To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee.  As promised here is a link to an online version to the text in case you did not bring your book home. 

ONLINE BOOK

I do suggest you read the chapters we have gone over in class.  Read with a friend or family member.

Also, here is a link to a video summary of the book. 

Here is an audio version of some chapters in the book (I will post a better version later in the week).

For homework:

Please complete your sketch of Scout's neighborhood.  (Reminder: You are completing the sketch based on the image you created in your head while reading sections of chapter one).


Folks at home: We are reading To Kill A Mockingbird.  In my class, we will be covering ten chapters per week.  Today we started with chapter one and tomorrow we will cover chapter two and three.  Above is a link to an online version of the book.  Please feel free to read with your kids and ask them questions based on the chapters covered in class.  They have many great ideas and things to say.

Any questions comment below.

Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break,
Ms. Tuck