Don't forget - tomorrow is garden clean up day! We will be at the school from 9am-1pm in the garden, located between purple and blue halls! See you there!
Friday, September 30, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
Online textbook drama...
The textbook is working but apparently you can't go straight to the glossary. Utilize chapter 9. On the left hand bar, make sure you scroll over and can see the contents... at first glance it looks blank!
As always, your textbook is the BEST resource... but you can use the online textbook in a pinch!
As always, your textbook is the BEST resource... but you can use the online textbook in a pinch!
Paleo Vocab Flaps:
fossil, relative age, index fossil, geologic time scale, law of superposition, uniformitarianism (wait... not in book), original horizontality (wait... not in book), extinction
Make sure you have:
front: drawing and word
back: boring book def. and 5-word-def.
Make sure you have:
front: drawing and word
back: boring book def. and 5-word-def.
Friday, September 23, 2011
Geologic History Foldable directions...
Your construction paper should be folded hot dog style. Fold it hamburger style twice to make sure you have 4 flaps. If you opened it up, it would look like our paper looks before we cut out vocab flaps (8 rectangles).
Cut the front piece so that you have 4 flaps on the front, and the back should be a solid piece.
On the front, put the rectangles that are numbered 1-4. When you open up the foldable, sort of like on the back of the door, you put the ovals. On the solid piece, you have the illustration.
On the back of the entire thing, you place the heading box and the big square that says the rules of the game.
Make sure to color everything. All the things you are gluing are being glued down completely instead of flaps, since the construction paper is acting as the flap.
COLOR EVERYTHING. If you feel confused and want some help, check out Chapter 9 in your textbook. It has the same material that we are learning about.
As always, email me with questions (and don't wait until Sunday night!). Have a GREAT weekend!
Cut the front piece so that you have 4 flaps on the front, and the back should be a solid piece.
On the front, put the rectangles that are numbered 1-4. When you open up the foldable, sort of like on the back of the door, you put the ovals. On the solid piece, you have the illustration.
On the back of the entire thing, you place the heading box and the big square that says the rules of the game.
Make sure to color everything. All the things you are gluing are being glued down completely instead of flaps, since the construction paper is acting as the flap.
COLOR EVERYTHING. If you feel confused and want some help, check out Chapter 9 in your textbook. It has the same material that we are learning about.
As always, email me with questions (and don't wait until Sunday night!). Have a GREAT weekend!
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Rock Density Lab discussion questions and today's hw
Copy and answer questions in complete sentences. This is part of the lab on pages 27-29 in your notebook.
1. Based on your data, are the densities of the rocks similar or different?
2. What evidence do you have to support you answer to question number one?
3. How do your results compare to your hypothesis?
4. We know that all rocks are made of _____________. Do you think that the presence of minerals in the rocks affected the outcome of this lab? Why or why not?
5. If you were to create a lab, how could you be sure the rocks have different densities?
Today's HW:
Literary Lawyers:
Make sure you are glued in, sideways waterfall style on page 31. Your AG should be on top, followed by "Paleontology notes..." and then the page that is half full of text is last.
Start by completing the anticipation guide - are the statements true or false? Then, move to the reading. Start by boxing and numbering your paragraphs. Then use red, blue, and green to go through and find the main ideas, supporting details, and specific examples. We did this on the Rocks AG & Reading on page 19 on August 30.
Make sure you go back to your AG and write down where you found your evidence AND what that evidence is. You need to be prepared for court tomorrow in class!
PLEASE email me if you have questions. :) See you in COURT!
***Complete the lab for homework. It will be collected tomorrow for a grade!***
1. Based on your data, are the densities of the rocks similar or different?
2. What evidence do you have to support you answer to question number one?
3. How do your results compare to your hypothesis?
4. We know that all rocks are made of _____________. Do you think that the presence of minerals in the rocks affected the outcome of this lab? Why or why not?
5. If you were to create a lab, how could you be sure the rocks have different densities?
Today's HW:
Literary Lawyers:
Make sure you are glued in, sideways waterfall style on page 31. Your AG should be on top, followed by "Paleontology notes..." and then the page that is half full of text is last.
Start by completing the anticipation guide - are the statements true or false? Then, move to the reading. Start by boxing and numbering your paragraphs. Then use red, blue, and green to go through and find the main ideas, supporting details, and specific examples. We did this on the Rocks AG & Reading on page 19 on August 30.
Make sure you go back to your AG and write down where you found your evidence AND what that evidence is. You need to be prepared for court tomorrow in class!
PLEASE email me if you have questions. :) See you in COURT!
***Complete the lab for homework. It will be collected tomorrow for a grade!***
Monday, September 19, 2011
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Test retake...
If you feel the need to retake your test, it must be done by this Friday. Please let me know the day before you would like to come in so that I can be sure to have a copy of the test for you. There will be NO retakes after Friday.
Friday, September 16, 2011
Recovery work
If you see "NHI" for a grade on the parent portal, it means you have NOT HANDED IN an assignment and have a zero. Our test was Thursday, and all late work was due that day. Several of you forgot late passes and forgot about missing work. I am feeling generous, so I am offering a recovery assignment.
This assignment is for a top grade of 50 (which is much better than a zero). It is due Monday at the beginning of the day. I will not accept it any later. To complete this assignment:
Complete the chapter 3 assessment, which is on pages 98 and 99 of your textbook. Complete all questions - 1 through 28. You might write the questions AND the answer. Your answers must be in complete sentences for #6-23. Questions 1-5 and 24-28 are multiple choice, so write the question as well as all answer choices. Circle the answer choice.
If you are missing work, I urge you to take this opportunity to recover your grade. This is the LAST CHANCE to recover any work. A few of you have spoken with me and know that I have received your late work but have not had the chance to enter it into the grade book. If you have any questions, email me (before Sunday night) and I will get back with you.
If you are not missing any work, enjoy the break from homework for the weekend. :)
This assignment is for a top grade of 50 (which is much better than a zero). It is due Monday at the beginning of the day. I will not accept it any later. To complete this assignment:
Complete the chapter 3 assessment, which is on pages 98 and 99 of your textbook. Complete all questions - 1 through 28. You might write the questions AND the answer. Your answers must be in complete sentences for #6-23. Questions 1-5 and 24-28 are multiple choice, so write the question as well as all answer choices. Circle the answer choice.
If you are missing work, I urge you to take this opportunity to recover your grade. This is the LAST CHANCE to recover any work. A few of you have spoken with me and know that I have received your late work but have not had the chance to enter it into the grade book. If you have any questions, email me (before Sunday night) and I will get back with you.
If you are not missing any work, enjoy the break from homework for the weekend. :)
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Ms. Shaver's birthday! and some info :)
Thank you ALL for the cards, gifts, songs, surprises, birthday wishes.... you made my birthday EXTRA special. It is honestly a day I will not forget. Thanks for everything and being the fabulous students you all are.
If you are looking to get me a gift, here's what you can do... STUDY FOR TOMORROW'S TEST AND GET AN A ON IT! That is the best gift any of you could EVER give me :) You guys are wonderful and I love you so much!
A few reminders:
If you are looking to get me a gift, here's what you can do... STUDY FOR TOMORROW'S TEST AND GET AN A ON IT! That is the best gift any of you could EVER give me :) You guys are wonderful and I love you so much!
A few reminders:
- Test over EVERYTHING SO FAR tomorrow
- Study/review session Thursday morning, 8:30 in my room
- If you took home a box to decorate for recycling club, please decorate it and return ASAP
- Recycling club meets 2nd and 4th Wed. of the month... but next week (9/23) we are having a special meeting
- Yearbooks are on sale! Buy one before winter break for a discount of $5
- Champion tshirts on sale until September 30. $15, checks to RMS. They are very stylish :)
- ASK FOR HELP IF YOU NEED IT! I am happy to come in early to work with you one-on-one to get you up to speed. It's SMART to ask questions!
- All late work is due tomorrow and will not be accepted after. You must have a late work pass signed by a parent. Check the resources page for a late pass if you don't have one.
- EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITY: Complete entire study guide, complete sentences, either on the back or a separate piece of paper for 10 points on your test tomorrow. All or nothing.
- In your own words, what is a dichotomous key?
- How can you transfer what you learned to our study of rocks? Can we use dichotomous keys to sort rocks?
- Look at the pattern of wording in each line. Try writing your own set. (About rocks, 1a and 1b)
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Become a Follower (in a good way!)
If you frequently use this blog (and I hope you do), please create a google account and "follow" the blog. Several of you look at it and comment, but it would be a huge help to see how many people are actually following and keeping up with this :) Spread the word to your classmates and parents!
Harry Potter and the Dichotomous Key!
Today's activity is inspired by a scene from the first novel chronicling the adventures of Harry Potter and his friends. Here is a scene from the first movie, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone:
Students are introduced to the idea of a dichotomous key by using it to sort Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans. This is the accelerated content standard from our rocks and minerals unit.
In your own words, what is a dichotmous key? What is it used for?
How can you apply what you learned in this activity to sort rocks? Try writing a set of options, or a dichotomy, to VISIBLY sort rocks.
Students are introduced to the idea of a dichotomous key by using it to sort Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans. This is the accelerated content standard from our rocks and minerals unit.
In your own words, what is a dichotmous key? What is it used for?
How can you apply what you learned in this activity to sort rocks? Try writing a set of options, or a dichotomy, to VISIBLY sort rocks.
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Friday, September 9, 2011
For your waterfall...
Here are important terms that are NOT currently in your textbook or notebook. Remember to create your OWN 5-word definition (no more, no less) for each term.
crystal structure: the way a mineral is built, with the crystal prism pattern repeating throughout
lithification: the process in which sediments compact under pressure, expel fluids, and gradually become a solid rock
metamorphism: the solid state recrystallization of pre-existing rocks due to changes in physical and chemical conditions: primarily heat and pressure
mineral formation: the process of reating a mineral, either through dissolved materials in a solution or melted materials in magma. Crystallization occurs to form minerals.
molten rock: a mixture of melted rock, solid mineral crystals, and dissolved gases
rock composition: all of the components that make up a rock, which may include minerals and other materials, some of which may include soil and decaying organic material
crystal structure: the way a mineral is built, with the crystal prism pattern repeating throughout
lithification: the process in which sediments compact under pressure, expel fluids, and gradually become a solid rock
metamorphism: the solid state recrystallization of pre-existing rocks due to changes in physical and chemical conditions: primarily heat and pressure
mineral formation: the process of reating a mineral, either through dissolved materials in a solution or melted materials in magma. Crystallization occurs to form minerals.
molten rock: a mixture of melted rock, solid mineral crystals, and dissolved gases
rock composition: all of the components that make up a rock, which may include minerals and other materials, some of which may include soil and decaying organic material
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Rock slideshow from class
Which rocks are fine-grained? Coarse-grained? Can you differentiate between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks? Which metamorphic rocks are foliated? See if you can describe the texture of the different rocks. Which rocks look like they are sedimentary?
To view the pictures on the flikr website and read the comments about rock types, names of rocks, and the mineral composition, click HERE
To view the pictures on the flikr website and read the comments about rock types, names of rocks, and the mineral composition, click HERE
How to access the online textbook
Go to: http://www.pearsonsuccessnet.com/
username: richardsms
password: gwinnett
This is case sensitive - everything should be lowercase!
username: richardsms
password: gwinnett
This is case sensitive - everything should be lowercase!
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Words for Vocab waterfall
cementation, chemical, clastic, compaction, crystal structure, deposition, erosion, extrusive, foliated, grains, igneous, intrusive, lava, lithification, magma, metamorphic,metamorphism, mineral, mineral formation, molten rock, organic, rock composition, sediment, sedimentary, silica, texture, the rock cycle, weathering
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
A few pointers for those projects...
20 point options:
If you have lost the project page, it is on the resources page. This is due Tuesday, September 13.
- Flip book: at least 5 flaps and a cover
- Crossword puzzle: at least 15 words/clues. Use http://www.puzzle-maker.com/ or another puzzle maker
- Journal: 5 paragraph min
- Scrapbook: 7 pages min
- News report: 5 Ws (who, what, when, where, why) and How, plus 4 other Qs for a 10Q min
- Rap/song: hook, chorus, 3 verses
- Board game: directions, game pieces, any other accessories (cards, dice, etc.), game board should be sturdy (on a poster or stronger) and in color
- Play: min 3 characters, 3 acts, 3 pages, include stage directions.
If you have lost the project page, it is on the resources page. This is due Tuesday, September 13.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
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