Just Like MeI like it quiet when I work.

I like to listen to music when I work.

I like my teacher to joke around sometimes.

I cannot learn when people distract me.

I like to work with a partner.

I would like to use technology to make learning more fun.I would like some kind of reward for making good choices.

I learn better when the lesson is in a game format.

I would like make some posters to help decorate this classroom.

I know how to keep myself focused and not distracted.

I Cannot Learn When…

1. Individually write what you think the class rules should be.

2. With a partner discuss and come to consensus as to what you think the class rules

should be.

3. Share out class rules: http://todaysmeet.com/Rules

5th Hour Brain Break

•Music with headphones (with your own device)•Multiple Intelligence Necklaces•Read book or magazine of your choice•Apples to Apples Game•Make posters to decorate room

•Premier Center (will change)•Drawing paper (Markers, Colored Pencils, Gel Pens, etc.)•Computer (1-1): Google Earth, PowerPoint, PhotoStory, Cool Math (Can get approval for other programs)•One possible iPad to use for exploration•Something edible (sucker, chocolate, hard candies)

6th Hour “performance” Brain Break

•Music:• Sing• Share song composed• Play an instrument

•Perform poetry•Read from writers notebook, etc.•Other ideas

What is a Poetry Jam?

• List of Poems and Performers• Practice in Partners• Use Expression and gestures• Snaps

Practice

• In partners practice your piece.• Record your performance using the flip camera.• View and review your performance.• Change your performance to make it better.• Choose another poem to perform and practice.

Ideal Learning Environment…