FRIDAY, 2/5/10

Homework:

• Read for 30 minutes and get log signed

Today in class: We continued the study of bias.

THURSDAY, 2/4/10

Welcome back! Hope you enjoyed your snow days!

Homework:

• Read for 30 minutes and get log signed.
• Logs for Weeks 1 and 2 will be due next Monday
• Complete both sides of Focus Lesson Day 62(bias)/33(Inferences)--NB. p. 7 received in class

Today in class: Work day for reading strategies--SRA reading.

FRIDAY, 1/29/10

Homework:

• Read for 30 minutes and get log signed. Logs due Monday!

Today in class: Blue Diamond Day!

THURSDAY, 1/28/10

Homework:

• Read for 30 minutes and get log signed

Today in class: We discussed bias, loaded words, stereotyping, and one-sided arguments using the Titanic readings as a basis for discussion.

WEDNESDAY, 1/27/10

Homework:

• Read for 30 minutes and get log signed
• Complete "Working in the Lowell Mills" and Bias WS

Today in class: We continued study of author's stance and bias through a case study of the Titanic.

Don't forget to reserve your spot for the private showing of The Lightning Thief movie! Seats are still available!

TUESDAY, 1/26/10

Homework:

• Read for 30 minutes and get log signed
• Focus Lesson (Days 51/41): Fact and Opinion

Today in class: We learned about author's stance, bias, and fact vs. opinion through our thematic unit about the Titanic.

Don't forget: Reserve your spot for The Lightning Thief movie! Permission forms will go home this week!

FRIDAY, 1/22/10

Homework:

• Read for 30 minutes and get log signed

Today in class: We completed quarter two Blue Diamond assessments in addition to getting in a bit of reading time!