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This week at a Glance

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Keddster

It’s October already and today sure feels like Fall brrrrr

Monday: Anishinaabemowin is in the NL classroom this week; Gym (Basketball drills); Presentation for the Magazine and cookie dough fundraiser; computer lab (Last chance to work on your Blog profile during class time); spelling words and puzzle for this week; Vocabulary for this week handed out; Math; this week’s virtue is Moderation

Tuesday: Tuesday evening is the first Parent Advisory Circle; Drum group

Wednesday: Gym; Exponents Quiz; Computer Lab – Rewrite for Geography at Lunch recess for those who wish/need to rewrite.

Thursday: Band; Library (make sure you have your books to renew); Choir will be on Thursdays not Fridays; Flag Football

Friday: Spelling, Vocabulary Quiz; Gym

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Keeping Track

Here you will find the list of items you are responsible to complete. Often these are items that are begun in class but if you need additional time, become part of your homework list.

As an intermediate student, you will need to become accustomed to the fact that your homework list may be different than your classmates based on how you used your time, if you required more time, or if you were absent.

This does not, however, mean that if you do not understand something you should take it home and try and figure it out yourself. This does mean that you might find yourself needing to ask for additional assistance and perhaps even some after school one-on-one time with me. Here's where self-advocacy comes in: ask for help and you will get it. Ignore your need for some additional support (which by the way is my job), and you might just find yourself struggling and unable to complete your assignments and tasks.

Don't allow this to happen!!!
ASK FOR HELP :) :) :)

Math:

Please keep your Mathtionary up to date: if you are away, check with a classmate to see if you missed a Mathtionary note.
Math test on GCF, GCM and Factors has been moved to Monday due to Band prep for the Washago Christmas Parade.
Week #7 bellwork is due Friday December 2nd.

Language

Writing assignments you should be working on are as follows
Spelling week 8 test is Friday - make sure you are studying; words and puzzle given out
Virtue response is due Friday.
We are working on Tenses -- make sure you are keeping up with the practice worksheets and ask for clarification when needed.
We have completed up to chapter 13 in Touching Spirit Bear. Make sure you have completed your 'Character Sketch' describing how the protagonist (Cole) has changed from chapter one up to now -- include his actions that demonstrated this, not just - "He was angry": How do you know this? What did he do that demonstrated his anger?

Science

Water samples will be collected with Mr. Fisher on Monday October 24th; we will text the Dissolved Oxygen (D.O) and PH levels of our various water sources; also make sure you dress for the weather as we will be outside to do this and will also be collecting other samples that you are interested in getting a closer look at with your microscopes.

Keep in mind that these are very costly tools and if you are unable to care for and use your microscope, or conduct yourself in the classroom in a safe manner then you will be given an alternate assignment -- which would be sad to see and completely avoidable!

History:

You have been assigned a 'term' which you need to research and share with the class to help everyone understand the terms used in our study of Confederation.
Also, each student has been given a small biography of one of the Father's of Confederation -- you need to summarize this and put it into your own words; these are to be typed up and will be posted on our display board showing the Changing of a Nation.

Art:

Your cover pages for English, Mathematics, Geography and Science should be completed. If they are not, they are homework. Multimedium Christmas Ornament "pile": watercolour and pastel Art. Due December 9th

Gym:

Please review the PE expectations page on this blog with your family/support at home.

You will need gym shoes and clothes on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. You will, just like in High School, be expected to change for gym so please get into the habit of bringing your things home periodically for washing.

We are also working on fitness testing -- beep testing, sit ups, planks and so on; practicing at home is one way to ensure you improve your personal fitness and see improved test scores.

Geography:

We will have a brief review of Canada and the World and Mapping skills before we switch in to Population Distribution concepts.

Review your notes periodically as this will help you be prepared for the quiz in December.

DANCE

Dance is something that we will do throughout the entire year. If you have an idea about something you'd like to do for Dance please let me know :)

We will have our first Zumba instruction/lesson on Monday September 27th during our Gym period.

Music

Students who have chosen not to be in band or who have not demonstrated sufficient commitment will be beginning Music appreciation on Thursday November 3rd.

Drum Group has been moved to Mondays.

We will be singing as a 7/8 choir at the Christmas Concert and will be practicing throughout the upcoming weeks.

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Geography Help

7 Continents of the World Clarifying the 7 Continents of the world; details of each
Capital Cities of Canada video to help you remember the capital cities of Canda
GDP line graph calcut If you go to this link you will be able to select the country you want, and even compair it to the world GDP, Canada, and any other country you like. If any country is selected that you don’t want just click the check mark and it should disapear.
Geography terms made easy click on the term and you will be taken to a definition to help you understand what you are looking for
Historical Weather Database choosing your geographic location is only step one. How do you know when the best time to visit would be? Check this out :)
itinerary links links that may help you plan your itinerary
Patterns in Human Geography
Population and Migration BBC link – check out the audio bites :)
Provinces boundaries How the boundaries were decided in Canada
Provinces of Canada Song I think she’s about 4 and she knows them, so learn the song and maybe you will too :)
Social Studies Project complex website with links to grade level Social Studies units and information
The Atlas of Canada Natural Resources Canada
The Canadian Encyclopedia
World Atlas What more can I say? It’s a world atlas link :)
Yahoo Travel
Your Travel Itinerary – Where to start?

Health and Safety

Send this Instead Send This Instead App Gives Kids an Alternative to Sexting

History Help

A virtual tour into a BC FN Community
Alexander Campbell
Confederation for Kids
Darcy McGee
Dictionary of Canadian Biography Online just type in the name of your “Father” of Confederation and this link will provide a lot of the information you require :)
historic Red Jacket
Historica Fair link to resources
James Cockburn
Lewis and Clarke expidition While this is History, you may find it helpful with your Language Group Work assignment
Lewis and Clarke Timeline
Links for History strands
Secret Path The Secret Path is an animated film adaptation of Gord Downie’s album and Jeff Lemire’s graphic novel. Working with Downie’s poetry and music, Lemire has created a powerful visual representation of the life of Chanie Wenjack. The film is divided into ten
Sir George Etienne Cartier
Sir John A Macdonald
Social Studies Project complex website with links to grade level Social Studies units and information
Son of Citation This citation generator will allow you to select the type of citation you want to use (MLA, APA etc.) and then what kind of information you are referencing and enter the data in order to make a proper reference.
The Canadian Encyclopedia
The development of Western Canada
treaties – both sides of the story article discussing how oral agreements did not always make it to paper.
William McDougall
William McDougall

Language Help

All areas link Scroll down until you find the grade and curriculum area you need help with. This is link is even good for your little brothers and sister.
Bitstrips Create your own online funny pages — maybe for Language, or maybe just for fun.
Closing and Concluding sentence help videos, slideshows and games to help learn to develop great closing sentences.
Exam Bank A way to practice English, Math, Science and PE/Health. Choose a level and test yourself :)
Grammar book.com Need clarification on some grammar or punctuation. Take a look here :)
Interactive persuasive Map This is a tool to help you write your speech :)
IPhone spelling prep you can text your spelling words to help you study them :)
ipL2 for Teens – Language help and more
Online Mind-map making tired of making mind-maps on paper? Feel like typing instead of writing? Check this out.
Online Newspapers the 50 most popular World Newspapers or Magazines right at your fingertips
Practice Literacy skills online This site has both Math and Language worksheets, games and so on. You can even connect to your own personal Tutor XD
Practice your spelling a neat and less painful way to practice spelling words. Check it out.
Purdue OWL A web resource for how to’s: MLA Formatting, APA, How to write a report, annotated bibliography, whatever :)
Son of Citation This citation generator will allow you to select the type of citation you want to use (MLA, APA etc.) and then what kind of information you are referencing and enter the data in order to make a proper reference.
Spelling practice by level/grade Spelling practice by level/grade

Math Help

adding and subtracting integers video one method to help with integers
Algebra Video Help Watch the step-by-step instructions to help you work through the stress of solving unknown values (veriables). It doesn’t matter what letter is used, the same principles will always apply!
All areas link Scroll down until you find the grade and curriculum area you need help with. This is link is even good for your little brothers and sister.
Are you a Math Gamer? These Math games are set by grade so you can begin wherever you are comfortable and start learning through play :)
CLIPS Interactive Learning Activities developed by Ontario’s Ministry of Education grades 7-12 Math
Discovery Education Another Math link help. Here you can see the answer to the question and how they got it. Great for Fractions to Decimals
Distributive Property
Distributive Property + algebra solver
Divisibility rules videos
Exam Bank A way to practice English, Math, Science and PE/Health. Choose a level and test yourself :)
Fractions videos and practice links adding, subtracting, dividing and multiplying fractions videos with links to practice all.
GEOMETRY HELP
Grade 7: The Learning Equation Math Exponents Calculator and explanations
Help with Math operations Master the Basics
Interactive Math Practice All levels of Math online practice and help
IXL Math practice for all grade levels
Mathforchildrenplus Math quizzes and games students can play. Grade levels can be chosen to allow for review, practice and development of expertise.
mental math practice another mental math practice game for our Monday Computer Lab time
Nelson Math companion all elementary grades This site is perfect for self-testing – go to the grade level you think might be “a little too easy,” work through the concept as a review, and then keep moving up as you master each concept.
One of the Largest libraries of online videos for Math and other subjects Seeing others do it and explain it is often all we need. Check this out for reviews of hundreds, maybe thousands, of different subject explanations
Pearson Text companion Watch Math tutorials/instructions on integers, algebraic expressions, geometry, exponents and so much more!
Scientific Notation Help to learn and practice Scientific Notation
Scientific Notation: thinklink uses prezi to help understand Scientific Notation and its uses.
The Circle Song Math terms associated with circles as well as the formulas for Area and Perimeter
The Math Forum features a Geometry Problem of the Week, a Geometry Project of the Month, and descriptions of Way Cool Math Projects done by way cool math students.
Thesis and outline builder Online thesis and outline builder
Thinking of trying some Math Virtual Manipulatives? sometimes seeing is understanding; making Math concpets more concrete through manipulatives is possible online as well as in the classroom through this interactive site

Science stuff

All areas link Scroll down until you find the grade and curriculum area you need help with. This is link is even good for your little brothers and sister.
Bill Nye – Cells learning about cells with Bill :)
Cellcraft Game Kinda cheese but could really help you remember the parts of the cell and what their function is.
Earth's Water A great complex webpage that explains the Earth’s water usage and locations.
Edheads Simple and Compound machines online reinforcement activities.
Exam Bank A way to practice English, Math, Science and PE/Health. Choose a level and test yourself :)
Properties of Matter study jams find out what is matter; about the different kinds of matter; volume; density and mass.
science dump up to the minute science information, ideas and facts. Articles you will find both interesting and useful in your development of scientific thinking.
Science online – links to all things Science
The New York Times – Science Wondering what’s going on in Science? Need an article in Science? Check this out.
Virtual Owl Pellet Dissection Here you can see an actual Owl Pellet (yes poop) being disected.

Speaking the Language

Anishinaabemdaa This link is great for seeing and hearing the language; an excellent resource to help you practice speaking the language
Mr. Snache's Quizlets location to take online quizzes based on lessons in the Grade 8 classroom.

The Arts

Kids' Art Gallery See other kids’ Art, submit some of your own, learn about an artist, or find some d.i.y. instructions.
Native Art in Canada Maybe you are thinking about Native Artists as you consider a Historica Fair project, or maybe you just love Art. Either way, this is a really interesting site with lots of information about Native Artists and much much more!

Useful links/homework helpers

Club Can't Handle Me video Just to get you thinking about our Mob Dance. Take a peak and start thinking about your moves!
ipL2 for Teens – Language help and more
Meth Project videos Here are a series of videos which you will be reviewing and responding to in Health. Take a look but I warn you, they can be quite upsetting. Sometimes the truth is hard to see.
musictheory.net To help learn the fundamentals of music. Comes with lessons, exercises, tools and calculators
One of the Largest libraries of online videos for Math and other subjects Seeing others do it and explain it is often all we need. Check this out for reviews of hundreds, maybe thousands, of different subject explanations
Prezi Tired of PowerPoint? Check this out. Use your gaggle email to set up a student account.
Waving Flag YouTube I bet we can do it even better. Take a look and let me know what ideas you have to make this our own.

Vietnam epals

Local Narratives with Hoa Global Citizen Research Initiative