Thursday, March 28, 2013

Africa rising documentary

Watch the first 30 minutes of this film and give 5 reasons why Africa is in such a poverish state.

Cool song on different types of rock

Check out this video, it has a catchy tune to it. 

Metamorphic Rocks video clip

Take notes on this video and bring them to class to turn in.  We will review the rock cycle and get more into detail on metamorphic rocks.

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Monday, March 18, 2013

Time differences Kahns Academy

Watch this video for review purposes.  We will continue with time measurement the next several day.

Persuasive speech on Zoos

Watch and listen to this video.  What type of speech is being presented?

Endangered White Tiger persuasive speech

Listen to the introduction, body, and conclusion of this persuasive speech.  Follow this example when writing your paper.

Friday, March 15, 2013

First man on the moon documentary

Make sure and take notes, we will discuss several accomplishments made during the first walk on the moon.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Rotation and Revolution Example

Make sure to draw Mr. Owens diagram and bring to class for discussion.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Layers of the atmosphere

For those who want specifics of the atmosphere, this video gives several for each layer.

Monday, March 11, 2013

Lattitude and Longitude example

Make sure you note the difference between lattitude and longitude.

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Personification in Music


Metaphors and Similes in Music

Compare and Contrast the first two songs in regards to Metaphors and Similes.  Bring it to class so that we can have a discussion session.

Hyperbole examples in music

Write down the key words in all the songs that are shown and played in this video.  We will be discussing these findings in the classroom.

Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Mars Exploration

Make sure you are able to compare and contrast the first land rover with the Curiosity rover.  This will be done in class.

Audio book Story of my life Helen Keller

Listen to chapter one and take notes.  You will have to summarize chapter one on paper in class on Friday, March 8, 2013.

Monday, March 4, 2013

Figurative language examples

Make sure to know the difference between metaphor, personification and simile for your classroom quiz.

Elements of a Plot song

Analyze what the song is stating and comparing to the elements of a plot.  Write each short story illustrations that describe each element.

Identifying Elements in a plot diagram

Make sure to listen the comparison of elements of a plot to real life situations and objects.