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Friday, May 8, 2020

Friday, May 8th Learning Tasks

Learning Targets

⦾ I can reflect upon my learning, assignment completion, time management skills and share my thinking with my teachers
⦾ I can read at home every night for 20 minutes and summarize/reflect about the text
⦾ I can gather information from different sources (video and poster) to summarize and support my opinion 
⦾ I can synthesize my learning from previous lessons to demonstrate my knowledge of the role of frontline workers
⦾ I can practice and apply mental math strategies in a probability game
⦾ I can try new daily physical activities to challenge myself
⦾ I can demonstrate and apply proper form and function in my daily physical activity


Google Meets that are happening today:

Support with Ms. Thornson at 1:00 pm - mthornson


A few reminders for the weekend: 
1) Gr 7's - please sell your chocolates!
2) Literacy - Reading Log due Monday morning  Home Reading_your name 
3) Art - picture of your posted "Thank You" to essential workers due Monday morning Thank You Art_your name 

Friday Reflections

MUST DO: Click HERE to complete your weekly reflection on your learning.

Literacy

This week we have learned about the importance of frontline/essential workers during this pandemic.  Today you will be thinking about all that you have learned.  Click HERE for today's Literacy lesson.  Please share as Superhero_your name 


Numeracy

Play these 2 probability games


Fifty Dice
Need:  dice, pencil and paper
Click link for online dice: Dice

Watch video to see example of the game:
Fifty Dice Game



Three or More Dice
Need: 5 dice, pencil and paper
Click link for online dice:  5 dice

Watch video to see example of the game:
Three or More Dice Game



DPA:  Try your luck with this probability experiment!  Roll the die 10 times to determine your workout today!  If possible, get outside for some fresh air too.  DPA should be 60 minutes but can be split up into smaller sections of time.  Have fun!  Click HERE for online dice.  



Pin on In Shape



Friday Pod C Celebrations

Last week you created amazing recycling posters and powerful diamante poems.  We were so impressed with your creativity!  We randomly selected a few from each class to share today.  Don't worry if yours wasn't selected, there's always next Friday.



Simrit K.




Sahil S.



Anmol


 Bandhan


Gurneet

 Gurman A.

Gurman A.
Jiya




Lucky



Randi


Angad (Div1)



Darshan


Hana


Japneet



Noor



Aaliya


Verdhaan


Iman








Thursday, May 7, 2020

Thursday, May 7th Learning Tasks

Grade 7 Reminder:

Before Spring Break some Grade 7’s participated in the chocolate almond fundraising. We need to collect the money from you, so we can pay the supplier. Over the weekend, please ensure that you have sold all your boxes of chocolates so that we can set up a day (or two) next week, to hand in your envelopes and money. Each case included an envelope that needs to have your name and division clearly labeled. Each envelope needs to have $90. Please return the money in either dollar bills or by cheque. We currently cannot count individual envelopes of $90 in coins. Thank you for this. (remember: 1 case = $90 2 cases = $180 etc….)

More information will be provided in a blog post next week.

Learning Targets

⦾ I can read at home every night for 20 minutes and summarize/reflect about the text
⦾ I can log on to the IXL website and complete assigned tasks for a minimum of 30 minutes
⦾ I can continue to show my mathematical thinking in as many ways as possible
⦾ I can identify numeracy vocabulary and explain how it helps my understanding
⦾ I can demonstrate understanding of new vocabulary in my writing
⦾ I can use new vocabulary to describe situations where I have felt a varied degree of courage
⦾ I can participate in daily physical activity to enhance and maintain my health

Google Meets that are happening today:

All classes at 1:00 pm. Please join your class:

Mrs. Crawford- jcrawford
Ms. Vigario - nvigario
Mrs. Jones - mjones
Mrs. Purdy - jpurdy


Literacy

Here are the answers from yesterday's Bravery Vocabulary Ladder.



Word
Definition
terrified
greatly frightened or filled with terror
fearful
afraid of a situation
alarmed
surprised and/or frightened by something
apprehensive
worried or slightly afraid
bold
unafraid of danger; adventurous
courageous
showing bravery in the face of fear or danger
heroic
showing exceptional bravery, courage, or determination


TASK 1:
Check your list from yesterday and make any corrections.

TASK 2: Complete Sentence Clues & Sentence Stems worksheets. Click HERE for both worksheets.

EXTENSION (optional): Complete "Write About It". Click HERE.

Share with your teacher on the google drive. Title of assignment: Bravery Sentences_your name

If you complete the optional assignment, please share and name the assignment: Bravery Write_your name

Numeracy

Task #1 - Your first task involves IXL. You are expected to log onto IXL today for a minimum of 30 minutes today. That means when we look at your time, we will not see a number below 30! If you need to set up a timer beside you in order to be successful, please do. If you have not logged on at all yet, your teacher has reached out to you via email. IXL and 30 minutes is not optional.

Complete these sections before moving on to another! When you complete all assigned sections then free choice. If you get a question wrong be sure to read the explanation given to you.

Grade 7 -
DD.6, DD.7, and P2

Grade 6 -
FF.1, FF.5 and O2



Task #2 - Probability Word Reflection

Over the course of the past couple of weeks, you have learned a lot of new vocabulary around Probability. Complete this word reflection sheet HERE and share it to your teacher. Name it Probability Word Reflection _ Your Name.


DPA

If possible, get outside for some fresh air! Go for a walk around the block, jump on your bike or scooter, play badminton or bounce a ball. DPA should be 60 minutes and you can split that time up into smaller sections of time. For example, 15 mins for 4 sessions. If you can't get outside, do DPA inside instead. See the DPA links on the side of this post.

Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Wednesday, May 6th Learning Tasks

Learning Targets

⦾ I can use what I know about probability charts and tree diagrams to show possible outcomes during a game
⦾ I can compare theoretical probability to experimental probability and explain my thinking
⦾ I can read at home every night for 20 minutes and summarize/reflect about the text
⦾ I can develop my vocabulary skills by reading, practicing and ordering new words
⦾ I can try new daily physical activities to challenge myself
⦾ I can demonstrate and apply proper form and function in my daily physical activity
⦾ I can use my imagination and creativity to express my gratitude to others

Google Meets that are happening today:


Support with Ms. Thornson at 1:00 pm - mthornson

Home Reading Check-In

By now you should be on your way to reading at night. This is your 2 day check in:
  • Do you have your reading log printed?
  • Has it been signed by your parents?
  • Did you complete your first two summaries/reflections?
Remember that you will be submitting 5 days of reading activity to your teacher every Monday morning by 9:00. You do not need to submit it every day to us. Happy Reading!

Numeracy

Today you will apply what you’ve learned about Tree Diagrams and Charts to describe probability events. Click HERE for your lesson. It includes a worksheet link to complete and a game to demonstrate your probability knowledge.


Literacy

We have been learning about the role of frontline workers during this pandemic.  Today, we will be focussing on developing vocabulary words to describe how brave they are.

TASK 1:  Bravery Vocabulary Ladder:  Matching
Click HERE for the list.  Print this page if possible.  If you can't print it, then write the words and match up with the correct definitions on a piece of paper.  

TASK 2:  Glue or list the words in order with AFRAID at the top of your list and BRAVE at the bottom of your list.  Explain why you put the words in this order.  

TASK 3:  Share your completed vocabulary list in the correct order with an explanation to your teacher.  Name it: Bravery Ladder_your name



Fine Arts


Your lesson for your Fine Arts assignment this week can be found HERE.  Read through things carefully. We look forward to seeing your signs POSTED in your windows or outside somewhere around your home for front line workers to see. This assignment is a MUST DO.  Your picture of your posted poster is due Monday by 9:00 AM.  Name it Thank You Art _ Your Name.


DPA

Your name determines your workout today....find the letters of your name and have fun!  Challenge yourself and do your first and last name.  Try doing the names of your family members or friends! 



DPA should be 60 minutes and you can split that time up into smaller sections of time.  For example, 30 mins for 2 sessions. Try to get outside for some fresh air today too. Don't forget you can always use one of the DPA links on the side of this post.

Tuesday, May 5, 2020

Tuesday, May 5th Learning Tasks

Learning Targets

⦾ I can find the similarities and differences between two articles that I have read
⦾ I can use a Venn Diagram to chart the similarities and differences of Registered Nurses and Robot Nurses
⦾ I can participate in daily physical activity to enhance and maintain my health
⦾ I can recognize and create probability combinations in Numeracy
⦾ I can use my imagination to create something special to express feelings

Google Meets that are happening today:

Support with Ms. Thornson at 11:00 am - mthornson

Literacy

In continuing our learning about Nurses, today you will read two different articles about Nurses.

Each ‘nurse’ has unique qualities and tasks that they can complete. You are going to compare these tasks/qualities by writing them on a Venn Diagram.

Click HERE for your lesson on creating a venn diagram and the links to your articles.
When finished, take a picture of your venn diagram and share it to your teacher. Name it Nurses and Robots _ Your Name.

Numeracy

Today you will be learning about Tree Diagrams to chart probability events.  Click HERE for your lesson. It includes a worksheet link that you can print off and further questions to complete.

When you are finished, share to your teacher and name it Math 10.5_________your name.

As this is a new concept to describe probability, if you need help remember to join Ms. Thornson today at 11:00 at her Google Meet.

Fine Arts Optional Activity: Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 10th. This special day doesn’t just honour Mothers, though. It also honours all women (or men) who are special in our lives. It is a day to thank your moms, grandmas, aunts, or sisters that have always been there for you; to support you, encourage you, and give you unconditional love.

For the remainder of this week, take some time to think about your special person. Think of what they have done for you, to help make you who you are today. What can you do to make Sunday a special day for her?

Click on the link HERE to see some examples of what you can create, to make your special someone feel appreciated and loved.

This is an optional activity and does not need to be shared with your teacher (Unless you want to show us, of course!).

DPA

If possible, get outside for some fresh air! Go for a walk around the block, jump on your bike or scooter, play badminton or bounce a ball. DPA should be 60 minutes and you can split that time up into smaller sections of time. For example, 15 mins for 4 sessions. If you can't get outside, do DPA inside instead. See the DPA links on the side of this post.

Monday, May 4, 2020

Monday, May 4th Learning Tasks

HAPPY MONDAY!

All of the staff at Jarvis miss you all so much that we made this video to share with you!  Can you figure out what our message is to you? Read each sign carefully.

Click HERE to see the video.

Learning Targets

⦾ I can read at home each day for a minimum of 20 minutes and summarize or reflect about the text
⦾ I can view, read and analyze a picture/video to help deepen my understanding of the commitment of frontline workers
⦾ I can respond to texts/videos/images in meaningful ways
⦾ I can recognize and create probability combinations in Numeracy
⦾ I can identify independent and dependent events
⦾ I can recognize why participating in daily physical activity is necessary and important
⦾ I can apply movement skills in a variety of physical activities and environments


Google Meets that are happening today:


All classes at 1:00 pm. Please join your class:

Mrs. Crawford- jcrawford 
Ms. Vigario - nvigario 
Mrs. Jones - mjones 
Mrs. Purdy - jpurdy

Support with Ms. Thornson at 2:00 pm - mthornson

What's Due:
Your Diamante Poem should be handed in by now. We look forward to seeing your artistic creations and poetic skills.

Literacy

Home Reading

Last week you were to share your home reading selection with your teachers.  As we continue to move forward with our learning at home, we will be including your home reading into some of the literacy assignments.

Task #1 - Your first assignment involving home reading is to print off the following reading log.  You can find it HERE. As seen in the picture below, you have two options in your daily responses; a brief summary or a reflection.  We would like to see you try each of these at some point throughout the week. Varying your responses will also help deepen your understanding of the text.

 

Summaries Include:
  • Main idea of the text
  • Details that are important to the main idea 
  • Characters, setting, problem/conflict

Reflections Can Include:
  • Connections (Text to self, text to text, text to world)
  • Questions
  • Inferences/Predictions
  • Character reflections
  • Questions for the author
  • Thoughts on a theme

Each night, read for a minimum of 20 minutes. It's best to do your brief summary or reflection just after so that it is fresh in your mind.  You do not need to write more than the lines that are provided but you must fill them with the proper criteria. Have your parent sign and confirm that you are reading. Then share your reading log to your teacher on the google drive every Monday morning.

Keep your weekly reading logs in a safe place. Consider using a duotang or staple them together each week. You will need all entries for a final assignment.

Each week, name it Home Reading _ Your Name and submit to your teacher every Monday morning.


Literacy Continued:

We are going to be spending the next couple of weeks focusing on learning and reflecting about our Frontline Workers.

 

Many of you may have family members that are currently working in order to help support all of us staying at home.  Today we are going to focus our learning on the people who are working in the medical field.  Nurses, in particular, are continuing to travel from home to home, are continuing to work in care homes, or are working directly in the hospitals continuing to care for those who are sick; both with Covid -19 or with other medical issues.

Task #1 - Watch this short video HERE to hear from a Canadian nurse on the frontlines during  Covid-19's early stages.



Task #2 - Look at the image HERE.  Answer all of the questions that are included below the image in full detail. Use examples/connections from the video or your own experience to help support your responses.

Share to your teacher on your google drive and name it Nurses_Your Name.


Numeracy- Probability Continued

Today's lesson will require you to either print off the papers or make a chart at home. Be sure to read slowly and follow the directions carefully. Complete the chart and answer all additional questions by clearly number them. Many of you have not been answering all of the questions which makes your work incomplete.

When finished, share to your teacher on the google drive and name it Probability Chart _ Your Name.

Click HERE for your lesson and worksheets.



DPA - Why is DPA important? Why do we keep assigning it as a daily task? Take a look at this poster for all of the reasons why...




For all of these reasons above, get some exercise today!  If possible, get outside for some fresh air.  Go for a bike ride or a walk while maintaining social distancing. Remember that DPA should be 60 minutes and can be split up into smaller portions of time.  If you can't get outside, do DPA inside instead.  Try a new DPA link that you haven't tried before.