ELA 3RD PERIOD/SPEARS Assignments

Follow the instructions and escape to Thanksgiving break. I know it's not Thanksgiving. Just wanted something low stress for you all.

Follow the instructions and escape to Thanksgiving break. I know it's not Thanksgiving. Just wanted something low stress for you all.

This assignment is due 04/13/2024. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 04/13/2024. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 04/13/2024. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 04/13/2024. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Today and Tomorrow we will work on Figurative Language songs.  You will work in teams of 2-3.  Team who has the most correct answers does not have to take figurative language test!!!!

Today and Tomorrow we will work on Figurative Language songs.  You will work in teams of 2-3.  Team who has the most correct answers does not have to take figurative language test!!!!

Today and Tomorrow we will work on Figurative Language songs.  You will work in teams of 2-3.  Team who has the most correct answers does not have to take figurative language test!!!!

Finish the Figurative Language competition (30 mins). Grade Figurative Language assignment and turn in.  Read Tornado 20.

Finish the Figurative Language competition (30 mins). Grade Figurative Language assignment and turn in.  Read Tornado 20.

Finish the Figurative Language competition (30 mins). Grade Figurative Language assignment and turn in.  Read Tornado 20.

Complete 2 CommonLit stories

Complete 2 CommonLit stories

*Finish Figurative Language Folder
*If time start Figurative Language lesson

*Finish Figurative Language Folder
*If time start Figurative Language lesson

Figurative Language practice using google slides and song lyrics

I have attached the slides that we will review in class.

If you are absent write down the figurative language of each slide.

Create Figurative Language Folder.  (Attached)

Today:

Finish review of task cards in class
Figurative language Pre assessment (attached)

Today:

Finish review of task cards in class
Figurative language Pre assessment (attached)

Today:

Finish review of task cards in class
Figurative language Pre assessment (attached)

TODAY YOU WILL COMPLETE A TASK WALK REVIEWING LITERATURE.  RECORD ANSWERS ON GOOGLE FORM WHEN FINISHED.

TODAY YOU WILL COMPLETE A TASK WALK REVIEWING LITERATURE.  RECORD ANSWERS ON GOOGLE FORM WHEN FINISHED.

TODAY YOU WILL COMPLETE A TASK WALK REVIEWING LITERATURE.  RECORD ANSWERS ON GOOGLE FORM WHEN FINISHED.

TODAY YOU WILL COMPLETE A TASK WALK REVIEWING LITERATURE.  RECORD ANSWERS ON GOOGLE FORM WHEN FINISHED.

TODAY YOU WILL WALK AROUND 7TH GRADE HALLWAY AND COMPLETE INFORMATIONAL READING TASK CARDS.  WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED ALL 25 QUESTIONS GO BACK TO THE ROOM AND COMPLETE THE GOOGLE FORM.

TODAY YOU WILL WALK AROUND 7TH GRADE HALLWAY AND COMPLETE INFORMATIONAL READING TASK CARDS.  WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED ALL 25 QUESTIONS GO BACK TO THE ROOM AND COMPLETE THE GOOGLE FORM.

TODAY YOU WILL WALK AROUND 7TH GRADE HALLWAY AND COMPLETE INFORMATIONAL READING TASK CARDS.  WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED ALL 25 QUESTIONS GO BACK TO THE ROOM AND COMPLETE THE GOOGLE FORM.

Today we will work on Reading Comprehension.  You will complete a quiz which will prepare you for the TNReady test in April.  Take your time and do your best!!!

Today we will work on Reading Comprehension.  You will complete a quiz which will prepare you for the TNReady test in April.  Take your time and do your best!!!

This assignment is due 03/19/2024. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 03/19/2024. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Review for Hush test tomorrow.  Review attached

Review for Hush test tomorrow.  Review attached

Review for Hush test tomorrow.  Review attached

Test over "Hush"

Test over "Hush"

Test over "Hush"

Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Complete the two commonLit stories.  When finished with the stories complete the google doc attached.

Complete the two commonLit stories.  When finished with the stories complete the google doc attached.

Complete the two commonLit stories.  When finished with the stories complete the google doc attached.

Complete the two commonLit stories.  When finished with the stories complete the google doc attached.

Using correct paragraph and essay form, answer the following question: "What are your three favorite foods? Explain why each one is a favorite.

Use google doc attached to type your essay.  Don't forget to submit your assignment when you are finished.

Using correct paragraph and essay form, answer the following question: "What are your three favorite foods? Explain why each one is a favorite.

Use google doc attached to type your essay.  Don't forget to submit your assignment when you are finished.

Using correct paragraph and essay form, answer the following question: "What are your three favorite foods? Explain why each one is a favorite.

Use google doc attached to type your essay.  Don't forget to submit your assignment when you are finished.

Today,  we will finish up our quiz over chapters 16-20 of "Hush"

We will begin an informative essay "My Favorite Foods".  We will create an outline before typing the essay.  Google doc for Outline and Essay are attached.  Make sure to attach and turn both in on this assignment.

Today,  we will finish up our quiz over chapters 16-20 of "Hush"

We will begin an informative essay "My Favorite Foods".  We will create an outline before typing the essay.  Google doc for Outline and Essay are attached.  Make sure to attach and turn both in on this assignment.

Today,  we will finish up our quiz over chapters 16-20 of "Hush"

We will begin an informative essay "My Favorite Foods".  We will create an outline before typing the essay.  Google doc for Outline and Essay are attached.  Make sure to attach and turn both in on this assignment.

Quiz over Chapters 16-20 of "HUsh".  You will get into groups of 5.  Within the group each student will choose a chapter. That student is responsible for writing a summary of the chapter on their google slide.  ONe person in the group will need to create a google slide for the gropu.

Slide should consist of : Chapter number, your name, and the summary.


Each student will be graded on their chapter slide.

Due Tomorrow (Wednesday)

1. Fill in the Tornado 20 form attached
2. Work on short writings packet.  Turn in before you leave.  We will finish packet on Friday.

1. Fill in the Tornado 20 form attached
2. Work on short writings packet.  Turn in before you leave.  We will finish packet on Friday.

1. Review 5 paragraph essay
2. finish assignment from yesterday
3. read Tornado 20
4. work on successmaker

1. Review 5 paragraph essay
2. finish assignment from yesterday
3. read Tornado 20
4. work on successmaker

1. Take Quiz. Can use book.
2. Complete TNReady Practice Packet. Homework if not finished.

1. Take Quiz. Can use book.
2. Complete TNReady Practice Packet. Homework if not finished.

1. Take Quiz. Can use book.
2. Complete TNReady Practice Packet. Homework if not finished.

Today, we are working on reading comprehension.  We will read an article about "The Black Sox" Scandal.  Only complete the "Black Sox Scandal".  We will complete the "Beatles" article on Monday.  I have attached a copy of the worksheet.

Have a great day!!

Today we will review "Main Idea and Supporting Ideas".  Assignment for today is attached.

Today we will review "Main Idea and Supporting Ideas".  Assignment for today is attached.

Today we will review "Main Idea and Supporting Ideas".  Assignment for today is attached.

Today we will review "Main Idea and Supporting Ideas".  Assignment for today is attached.

Today you will watch an EdPuzzle over "Writing Cards"

Once you have completed the EdPuzzle I will guide you to your next assignment.

Today you will watch an EdPuzzle over "Writing Cards"

Once you have completed the EdPuzzle I will guide you to your next assignment.

Take the quiz.  Use your book

Take the quiz.  Use your book

Take the quiz.  Use your book

Take the quiz.  Use your book

Quiz over Chapters 1-5 "Hush"

I have attached a vocabulary sheet to help you on the quiz.

Mastery Connect

code: 661341

WELCOME BACK!!!  Complete Comprehension, Vocabulary, and Analyze the Text from Act 1 of "A Christmas Carol".  Read Chapters 1-5 of "Hush".  Quiz over chapters 1-5 on Friday.  ELA Mastery Connect tomorrow.

Finish with audio of "A Christmas Carol" Act 1
Complete "Assignment worksheet" over Act 1 of "A Christmas Carol"

Quiz over Chapters 1 and 2 of "Hush" on Tuesday, January 16

BOOK FAIR!!!!! Bring your money,  we are going to the Book Fair.  Make sure you have turned in your winter essay and check list!!

BOOK FAIR!!!!! Bring your money,  we are going to the Book Fair.  Make sure you have turned in your winter essay and check list!!

Today you will combine the two essays you wrote yester into one.  Use the Doc attached.

Before you turn in your essay you must complete the checklist attached.  Turn in the checklist through google classroom.  Essay due at end of class today.

Before you turn in your essay you must complete the checklist attached.  Turn in the checklist through google classroom.  Essay due at end of class today.

Finish up "The Last Dog" and turn in comprehension questons

Finish up "The Last Dog" and turn in comprehension questons

Finish up "The Last Dog" and turn in comprehension questons

Complete the ReadWorks that Mr. Flynn has provided.  We will finish presentations when I return.  If you finish you may read Tornado 20.
Please watch video that is uploaded.

Love ya guys!

Today we will observe Veteran's Day.  You will have Monday and Tuesday next week to complete project.  Project Due next Wednesday the 15th.

Today we will observe Veteran's Day.  You will have Monday and Tuesday next week to complete project.  Project Due next Wednesday the 15th.

Today we will observe Veteran's Day.  You will have Monday and Tuesday next week to complete project.  Project Due next Wednesday the 15th.

Today we will observe Veteran's Day.  You will have Monday and Tuesday next week to complete project.  Project Due next Wednesday the 15th.

We are finally presenting your wonderful projects! You all have worked so hard on them.  I can't wait to see them!!!

1. Take the book test if you were absent yesterday.
2. Finish your scary story.  Make sure it has a beginning, middle, and end.  Also, make sure that you included the 5 literary elements.
3. Choose your book project from the attached list.  Your book project will be due by Tuesday, Nov 14 and you will present on Nov. 15, 16, and 17.  You may work with one partner or by yourself.

1. Take the book test if you were absent yesterday.
2. Finish your scary story.  Make sure it has a beginning, middle, and end.  Also, make sure that you included the 5 literary elements.
3. Choose your book project from the attached list.  Your book project will be due by Tuesday, Nov 14 and you will present on Nov. 15, 16, and 17.  You may work with one partner or by yourself.

This assignment is due 11/07/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 11/07/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

1. Tornado 20 reading time

2. Decide on book project and choose group

Today we will grade assignment from Friday.

You will begin a narrative writing.  You will write your own "Scary Story"  Your Story will be due Thursday, November 2

Today we will grade assignment from Friday.

You will begin a narrative writing.  You will write your own "Scary Story"  Your Story will be due Thursday, November 2

Today we will grade assignment from Friday.

You will begin a narrative writing.  You will write your own "Scary Story"  Your Story will be due Thursday, November 2

Take the ALWFC test.

When finished work on. your Scary Stories.  They are due Thursday

Take the ALWFC test.

When finished work on. your Scary Stories.  They are due Thursday

Take the ALWFC test.

When finished work on. your Scary Stories.  They are due Thursday

I have attached a PDF copy of our new novel.  I have also attached a schedule for reading and some comprehension questions.

I have attached a PDF copy of our new novel.  I have also attached a schedule for reading and some comprehension questions.

Test over A Long Way From Chicago

I am in a meeting all day today.  Please be helpful to the sub. 

You will complete a packet that contains reading comprehension and grammar. If you finish before the bell you may get on your chromebooks, work the Halloween wordsearch, or color a Halloween coloring sheet.  The sub will have the wordsearch and coloring sheet.

The packet is homework if not finished.

Hope everyone has a great weekend.

I am in a meeting all day today.  Please be helpful to the sub. 

You will complete a packet that contains reading comprehension and grammar. If you finish before the bell you may get on your chromebooks, work the Halloween wordsearch, or color a Halloween coloring sheet.  The sub will have the wordsearch and coloring sheet.

The packet is homework if not finished.

Hope everyone has a great weekend.

Today we will complete 2 reading comprehension lessons.  We will concerntrate on answering the questions using the R.A.C.E. Method.

Remember your final test over "A Long Way From Chicago" is on October 31.

This assignment is due 10/23/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 10/23/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 10/23/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 10/23/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Please watch the video.  It has instructions for your assignments

Please watch the video.  It has instructions for your assignments

This assignment is due 10/23/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 10/23/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Please watch the video.  It has instructions for your assignments

1. Review 4 Types of Sentences
2. Flocabulary over Simple Subjects and Simple Predicate
3. Schoolhouse rock
4. Begin Lesson 2 instruction (attached)

1. Review 4 Types of Sentences
2. Flocabulary over Simple Subjects and Simple Predicate
3. Schoolhouse rock
4. Begin Lesson 2 instruction (attached)

Today we will view the IMAX version of Roving Mars. This goes along with our Space Unit and the story "Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed."

Today we will view the IMAX version of Roving Mars. This goes along with our Space Unit and the story "Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed."

Today we will view the IMAX version of Roving Mars. This goes along with our Space Unit and the story "Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed."

1. Take the "A Long Way From Chicago" Ch 1-3 Quiz (attached)
2. Finish "Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed" Questions. 
3. Read Tornado 20 or the next chapters of "A Long Way From Chicago"

1. Take the "A Long Way From Chicago" Ch 1-3 Quiz (attached)
2. Finish "Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed" Questions. 
3. Read Tornado 20 or the next chapters of "A Long Way From Chicago"

1. Take the "A Long Way From Chicago" Ch 1-3 Quiz (attached)
2. Finish "Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed" Questions. 
3. Read Tornado 20 or the next chapters of "A Long Way From Chicago"

Finish reading "Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed" (link on yesterdays assignment)
Complete the following pages:
p. 141 Composition Questions
p.142 Analyze the text
p.143 Craft and Structure. (Simile: compare using like or as, Metaphor: Compare without like or as, Personification: giving human characteristics to non-human things.)

Finish reading "Dark They Were, and Golden Eyed" (link on yesterdays assignment)
Complete the following pages:
p. 141 Composition Questions
p.142 Analyze the text
p.143 Craft and Structure. (Simile: compare using like or as, Metaphor: Compare without like or as, Personification: giving human characteristics to non-human things.)

Today we will continue with 4 Types of Sentences Grammar Saxon Assignment (attached to yesterdays assignment).  We will also complete Recognixing Kinds of sentences (Attached) Both due Monday!!

Today we will continue with 4 Types of Sentences Grammar Saxon Assignment (attached to yesterdays assignment).  We will also complete Recognixing Kinds of sentences (Attached) Both due Monday!!

Today, we will have a lesson on the 4 types of sentences.  You will first take a pretest to see what knowledge you have of the 4 sentences.  Next, we will have a lesson the 4 types of sentences. 

If you are absent I have uploaded the pretest and the lesson.

This assignment is due 10/10/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 10/10/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

This assignment is due 10/10/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

I am out today due to a migraine.  Please complete the two commonlit assignments.  You will then need to start reading your Tornado 20 book. Two may go to the library at a time.

I am out today due to a migraine.  Please complete the two commonlit assignments.  You will then need to start reading your Tornado 20 book. Two may go to the library at a time.

I am out today due to a migraine.  Please complete the two commonlit assignments.  You will then need to start reading your Tornado 20 book. Two may go to the library at a time.

Follow Directions Lesson:

How to draw a mythical kitten dragon

Today we will play Kahoot! to review for the  "A Simple Act" test TOMORROW!!!!  You will be able to play this Kahoot! as many times as you would like.

Today we will grade the extension questions and the multiple meaning words work sheets.  We will also go over comprehension questions.

HOpefully, we may begin "An Invisible Thread"  This can be found in your online textbook under the Unit 1 tab.

Tomorrow is our Evacuation Drill.  Wear Comfortable shoes!!!!!

Today we will grade the extension questions and the multiple meaning words work sheets.  We will also go over comprehension questions.

HOpefully, we may begin "An Invisible Thread"  This can be found in your online textbook under the Unit 1 tab.

Tomorrow is our Evacuation Drill.  Wear Comfortable shoes!!!!!

You will be able to work on your "Fair Weather" projects in class Thursday and Friday.  Project is due on September 11.

You will be able to work on your "Fair Weather" projects in class Thursday and Friday.  Project is due on September 11.

I am not at school today.  Please be helpful and polite to my sub.  Your assignment is below.  Watch the video attached for an explanation of your assignment.

Today you will write your first story.  Remember the 5 elements of a story: characters, setting, conflict, plot, and theme.  Your story MUST contain a title, characters, a setting, a conflict/resolution, and have a theme.  I have given you a prompt below.  Be sure to check your spelling and grammar.  There is a google document attached to type your story.  There is also a rubric attached so that you can see how your story will be graded.

I am not at school today.  Please be helpful and polite to my sub.  Your assignment is below.  Watch the video attached for an explanation of your assignment.

Today you will write your first story.  Remember the 5 elements of a story: characters, setting, conflict, plot, and theme.  Your story MUST contain a title, characters, a setting, a conflict/resolution, and have a theme.  I have given you a prompt below.  Be sure to check your spelling and grammar.  There is a google document attached to type your story.  There is also a rubric attached so that you can see how your story will be graded.

I am not at school today.  Please be helpful and polite to my sub.  Your assignment is below.  Watch the video attached for an explanation of your assignment.

Today you will write your first story.  Remember the 5 elements of a story: characters, setting, conflict, plot, and theme.  Your story MUST contain a title, characters, a setting, a conflict/resolution, and have a theme.  I have given you a prompt below.  Be sure to check your spelling and grammar.  There is a google document attached to type your story.  There is also a rubric attached so that you can see how your story will be graded.

Today, you will present your "Fair Weather" projects.  Your stories from Friday are due today.  Read Tornado 20 when finished.

Today, you will present your "Fair Weather" projects.  Your stories from Friday are due today.  Read Tornado 20 when finished.

Test tomorrow over "Two Kinds".  Play the Kahoot! for a short review.

Test tomorrow over "Two Kinds".  Play the Kahoot! for a short review.

Good Morning to everyone!  It's Monday all day long.  We will begin by deciding on a due date for the "Fair Weather" project.  Next, we will continue with the "Two Kinds" Comprehension questions.  Make sure that you have answered all questions in complete sentences!!  Test over "Two Kinds" on Wednesday!!

We will read "Two Kinds" today while you fill out your composition books.

This assignment is due 08/23/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Today we will review the CommonLit story you read yesterday. We will also go over your element organizer in your composition books.

Take the test over "Fair Weather"
You may use your book

Today we will finish reading "Two Kinds"
We will also review for our test tomorrow over "Fair Weather". (Review Attached)

Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

TODAY WE WILL BEGIN OUR FIRST STORY IN OUR TEXT BOOK "TWO KINDS" . THE STORY CAN BE ACCESSED THROUGH YOUR ONLINE TEXTBOOK IF YOU ARE AT HOME.

1. Complete CommonLit assignment (classlink)
2. Complete 2 edPuzzles assigned (classlink)
3. Read library book or novel

Today you will take a test over the 5 Elements of Literature.  I will provide you with a short story to read.  You will then use the story to answer the questions on the google form.

Read "Fair Weather" or your library book when finished with the test

Good Morning!!  Today you will:
1. Take "Fair Weather" Quiz. Use the link and also use your BOOK!!
2. Complete the crossword puzzle and vocabulary assignments.  There are two crosswords (front and back). You may use your chromebook to help you with vocabulary.  Turn in when completed.
3.  DEAR: Drop Everything and Read when you have finished steps 1 and 2!

This is our last day identifying the 5 elements of a short story.
Quiz over Chapters 7,8,9, and 10.
Test over elements Friday.

Today we will get into groups:
1. read short book
2. identify the 5 elements of literature in your book.

1. HAND OUT TEXTBOOKS
2. HOW TO ACCESS ONLINE TEXTBOOK
3. TORNADO 20 CHALLNEGE

1. iReady must be finished!!!
2. Flipbook must be turned in!!!!

1. Take quiz
2. Finish iReady
3. Finish Flipbook

Today, you will take the iReady diagnostic test.  This test that will provide valuable data on your ELA journey.  

Tomorrow:  Non-Fiction Text Flipbook due at end of class.  Quiz over chapters 4,5, and 6 of "Fair Weather"

Attach the Google Doc or Google Slide that you want printed to this and I will have them printed on Monday.

No Red Ink Diagnostic.
Read Novel

Quiz over Chapters 1,2, and 3 of Fair Weather.
Complete crossword over Chapters 1,2, and 3. (a copy is attached for those absent)
DEAR for 15 mins.

Your 5 element google slides are due by the end of the day!!

Today you will create a slide presentation over the 5 Elements of Literature.  I have uploaded the assignment and a google slide to help you begin.

After you have created your slideshow, you will need to create a 5 question quiz over the elements.

This assignment is due 07/24/2023. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.