Thursday, December 19, 2013

War of 1812 Booklet Questions

5 W’s of the War of 1812 Book  Each Page Needs to answer question and have small image with color. P. 1 Title Page (with Name) P. 2 When did the War of 1812 begin and end? P.3 Who were involved in the war? (flags) P.4 Where did the War of 1812 take place? P.5 Why did the War of 1812 begin? P.6 What was the results of the war? P.7 Vocabulary Words and Famous People These can also be included on other pages. Include Impressment P.8 Star Spangled Banner- a tribute to it; can be written, pictures or a story Use color to decorate the War of 1812 Booklet.

The War of 1812 - Crash Course US History #11

History of the Star Spangled Banner

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Peer Reviewing our Speeches

Today each student had at least 2 students read their speeches and provide feedback. Here is the format we used in class.

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

DBQ Speech Rough Draft Due tomorrow for peer editing!

Here is the powerpoint with all the information in class presented about how to write your paper.

Monday, December 2, 2013

Science Homework: Florida Everglades Brochure

Visit the Wetlands of the Florida Everglades Brochure
Create a brochure containing information for people who would like to visit the wetlands of the Florida Everglades.  Your brochure should include the following:
-          A title or cover
-          Description of what wetlands are
-          Some types of wildlife found in the Everglades
-          Description of human activities that threaten wetlands like the Everglades
-          3 reasons why wetlands are so important

-          At least 2 illustrations, use color!

Chapter 6: Citizenship and the Constitution Test Weds Dec 4

Here is a Prezi which includes the important vocabulary.