language arts social studies 3- ring binder (any size; can be single subject or a larger one to...
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LANGUAGE ARTS SOCIAL STUDIES
3- ring binder (any size; can be single subject or a larger one to share with Social Studies)
Single spiral notebook Dividers (class work,
homework, vocabulary) 1 Folder Index cards (Used for The
Word Within the Word). A key ring or index card holder is recommend, but not required.
Dividers 3 OR 5-subject
spiral notebook (OR 4 Single-Subjects)
Marble composition book or small spiral notebook
SOCIAL STUDIES
HISTORY ROCKS!Why study history?1. Read the quotes provided.2. Select 1 to answer the following
questions: What does the speaker say
about history? Explain the meaning of the quote in your own words.
Do you agree or disagree? Support your answer!
“Ugh, this class is the worst!”
Describe the best Social Studies class, activity, or assignment that you have experienced. What made it so great and memorable? Be prepared to share your response!
HISTORY ROCKS!
SOCIAL STUDIES CURRICULUM
In 8th grade social studies the curriculum is based on North Carolina in the American Experience from The Revolutionary War to the present infused with elements specific to the state of North Carolina. Exploration and early settlements
Colonization (reasons for founding and settling the American colonies)
Revolutionary War (Causes, Events, Effects) Articles of Confederation U.S. Constitution and government principles/ Citizenship North Carolina during the early 19th century during the U.S. expansion Civil War and Reconstruction North Carolina during 1870- 1930 WWI The Great Depression WWII Post WWII era (Cold War) Civil Rights Movement Modern America
THE NATURALIZATION TEST
How much American history do you know? Let’s test your Civic Knowledge.
Practice test
Did you pass? Do you think most Americans would pass the naturalization test?
EXPLORATION, THE SLAVE TRADE & THE
COLUMBIAN EXCHANGE
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS What were some reasons and
outcomes of exploration? What was the Columbian
Exchange and how could different groups have viewed it differently?
OUTCOMES OF EXPLORATION
Positive
Trading of goods New sea routes Discovery of new
land New colonies
Negative
The spread of diseases
The slave trade begins
Native people killed or enslaved
THE SLAVE TRADE AND THE COLUMBIAN EXCHANGE
On pages 44 – 45 of your textbook, read:“The Slave Trade Begins”“The Columbian Exchange”
and answer the questions on your note guide.
LANGUAGE ARTS
PERSONALITY BINGOGETTING TO KNOW MY FELLOW PIRATES!
Each bingo question asks for a specific detail about you.
Fill in YOUR answer on line 1 only for EVERY block.
Once all classmates have completed line 1, your job is to find others who have the exact answers that you have. If their answer is the same, that person will initial or sign their name on line 2 of the block (2 per the same card)
Get bingo first, and you win!
WHAT WILL WE STUDY? SpringBoard Short stories, poetry, non-fiction texts, narrative
pieces, persuasive work. Literary elements, The Giver Shakespeare Holocaust novels Literature circles Writing: process, support methods, various types
(expository, descriptive, persuasive, creative/speculative, research paper, etc.), formal vs. informal, journal writing, independent writing unit, and much more!
Grammar/ Mechanics Vocabulary (The Word Within the Word)** Just to name a few!!!
COURSE SYLLABUS Tutoring time Class Procedures Grades Expectations
CLASS PROCEDURES AND EXPECTATIONS Be on time! Upon entering the room, check the side counter and pick
up any necessary handouts and/or materials. Sharpen your pencil before class begins. Be on time! Sit in your assigned seat, write down your homework
assignment in your agenda, and begin the warm-up immediately!
Remain in your seat unless otherwise instructed. Raise your hand to speak. Be RESPECTFUL of our class and your classmates! Do your very best each and every class period! Complete assignments on time! Follow all behavior rules and expectations of Community
House! The school discipline plan will be strictly enforced.
THE KEY TO SUCCESS IS…
Brainstorm: What are some key factors to achieving great success?
TIPS FOR SUCCESS1. Study! It is important to study for all
quizzes and tests. Keep your notes and
handouts organized to help with quiz/
test preparation.
2. Complete all assignments on time. It
is much easier to keep-up than to catch-
up! If absent, check the Wiki page to
help keep up with missed homework.
3. Follow classroom rules/ procedures.
4. Ask for help and never, ever give up!
5. Stay organized!
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LETTER TO MYSELFDear me, In a letter to yourself include some of the
following:• Who you are today (friends, favorite books, TV
shows, movies, hobbies)?• Set goals for the upcoming year(What do you
hope to achieve? How will you work to achieve it?).
• What are you looking forward to most about the year both in and out of school?
• What are you worried about for the year? • Predict how you may change during the year.SIGN AND SEAL IT