Oct. 7

STUDENTS:  What would life be like if we didn't have a written language?  What kind of difficulties would you face?  Write a response to this question in your TAJ.  You might start by writing, "Life would be very different without a writing system because..."


(How long should it be?  Long enough to do a good job of responding, short enough to remain interesting).


Sumer ppt
Cuneiform Exploration

Oct. 6

STUDENTS:  This is a quiet time.  In your notebook, draw the diagram that is on the board under the classroom rule.  In the left-hand section of your diagram, write about how hunter-gatherers lived.  What did they do all day?  How did they get food and shelter?  Did they move around a lot or stay in one place?  Leave the other side blank. 

Stoneage Farming

Oct. 5

STUDENTS:  Quietly take a Social Studies textbook to your seat and turn to page 38.  On the left side of the page, there is a section called "Reading Strategy".  Follow the directions given (draw the diagram in your notebook).  You will have to read from pages 38-41 to find the answers!

Oct. 3

Students:  Lay your head down on your desk.  This is a silent time.  Thank you!  :)

Lascaux Cave

Sept. 29

Write this question in your notebook:  "Which culture is the best culture in the world?".  Now think about all the countries and cultures we have learned about and decide, are there some cultures that are better than others?  Why or why not?  Write your answer below the question in FULL sentences (using capitals, periods, etc.).

Restating Test

Presentations Today!

Students, your projects are all due today, even though only one group will present.  I have already seen some of your finished projects, and I am THRILLED!  They look amazing.  Way to go YOU!  So gear up to present by practicing your 8 ways to give a good presentation, and have fun in the process.