Week of Oct.29- Nov.2

Pre-algebra

Unit of Study: The Number System

Students will learn how to write in scientific notation ( group work/ Independent skill).

They will solve equations with scientific notations.

Assessment:   11/1

ELA

Unit of Study: Narrative text ” Tell -Tale Heart”/ Genre: Thriller

Mini lessons: Types of conflict

Students will analyze character traits of the protagonist in ” The Tell- Tale Heart” and complete a Body Biography.

They will apply C.E.R. answering a writing prompt: Is the protagonist insane? They will cite textual evidence to support claim.

Assessment: 11/2

U.S. History

Unit of Study:  The War for Independence

Students will read and analyze informational texts about the colonists’ revolution.

They will learn significant facts about major battles .  Student will learn new academic vocabulary.

Study Skills

This week’s focus will be reading comprehension. 

Informational book: Causes of Revolution

Students will read, discuss facts (jigsaw Activity) and complete a book report .

Physical Science

Unit of Study: Force & Motion_ continue

They will read and analyze informational texts about Work and types of Machine. Formative assessments:  foldable/ thinking maps.

They will learn new academic vocabulary.

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