Ms. Tuttle

Wednesday, 12/16

LA and AC LA - Persuasive Test grades have been posted in Pinnacle.

SS and AC SS - Review your study guide in preparation for tomorrow's test on westward expansion.

Tuesday, 12/15

LA and AC LA - Persuasion Test tomorrow (last grade of the quarter!)  Review the PowerPoints we took notes on in class last week.  1st hour LA must turn in reading logs tomorrow.

SS and AC SS - Today we reviewed the answers from yesterday's quiz and worked on the chapter 6 study guide.  Test on Thursday.

Monday, 12/14

LA - If you were not prepared to deliver your persuasive speech today, please be ready tomorrow.  The last day to turn in reading logs is Wednesday.  Persuasions test on Wednesday.

AC LA - We will continue our speeches tomorrow.  Persuasion test on Wednesday.

SS - Finish the essay review questions.  Westward expansion test on Thursday.

AC SS - We quizzed chapter 6 today and participated in our first attempt at a Socratic Seminar (Reparations to Native Americans).  No homework tonight.  Please look at your grades in Pinnacle to ensure you have turned in everything!

Thursday, 12/10

LA and AC LA - Today we began developing persuasive speeches in the computer lab.  Each student selected a song to use in an i-Pod commercial.  The speech should persuade your supervisor that your song will sell more i-Pods than any other song.  Be sure to follow the instructions and read the rubric (yellow sheet).  Speeches will be delivered Monday and Tuesday.

SS - We reviewed chapter 6 using the essential questions notes packet. 

AC SS - After watching a short video about the Trail of Tears, we discussed how Indian Removal impacted the lives of Georgia's Indians.  Finish the chapter 6 review if you did not do so in class.

Persuasive Speech

Use the link below to find a song to use in your speech.  It is your responsibility to ensure that it is appropriate for the project and school in general.  Use your best judgment!

Listen to music online

Wednesday, 12/9

LA and AC LA - Today we took our second mock writing assessment.  No homework tonight.

SS - We discussed section 6.6, which is about the impact of the Indian Removal Act on Indians in Georgia.  No homework.

AC SS - Students taught the class about the War of 1812 and Indian removal/Trail of Tears with a partner, using a visual aid.  While information was being presented, the rest of the class took notes.  No homework.

Tueday, 12/8

Tomorrow during 1st and 2nd periods, we will take our second mock writing assessment to prepare for the state test in January.  Students should bring a pencil, a blue or black pen, some scratch paper, and a book to read.

LA - Today we analyzed a sample persuasive essay looking for necessary elements and identifying strengths and weaknesses.  We also practiced brainstorming after reading a prompt. 

AC LA - Students evaluated a sample persuasive essay using prior knowledge and new information gained in class over the past week.  They practice generating ideas and selecting the strongest to support their thesis/position. 

SS - Students read and discussed the impact of the Indian Removal Act.  Finish the guided reading for 6.6.

AC SS - Students began creating a short presentation to teach the class about one aspect of the War of 1812 and/or Indian Removal.  Cooperative groups will present their information tomorrow.

Monday, 12/7

LA - Today we continued our study of persuasive writing by taking notes and reviewing transition words.  The powerpoint is accessible below.  Please review this material for the test, which will be next week.

AC LA - Reading logs were collected today and persuasive form and function were discussed and reviewed.

Download Persuasive Writing notes for test_klt

SS - Finish illustrating "United We Stand."

AC SS - Today we discussed the impact of the War of 1812 on the American economy.  Finish illustrating "United We Stand" and read 6.6 and do the guided reading sheet.

Friday, 12/4

LA - Today we presented persuasive advertisements featuring technological innovations that could "unspoil" the world.  Grades are posted in Pinnacle.  No homework.

AC LA - "Spoiled" Invention Poster grades have been updated.  Reading totals are due on Monday!

SS - Finish the graphic organizer about the 4 major inventions that revolutionized Georgia's economy during the Industrial Age.

AC SS - Finish innovation graphic organizer. 

McCormick's Mechanical Reaper

Thursday, 12/3

LA - Students should work on the persuasive advertisements for their "spoiled" inventions.  Posters should be nearly complete when you come to class.

AC LA - Today we shared and discussed propaganda techniques in advertising.  Then we worked through a creative problem solving activity before the students thought of an invention that would reverse some of the spoiling we have done to the world.  They began making posters to advertise their inventions using at least 2 types of propaganda.

SS - Finish the guided reading for chapter 6, sections 3 and 4 and the locating the main idea.

AC SS - Do the guided reading for 6.2/3 and finish the Extra! Extra! illustration activity.  Email with questions you have.  Remember to do the current event on Monday's post... due tomorrow!