New reading logs were distributed in class as well as new vocabulary sheets, index cards and grade sheets.  Next reading log is due 11-9. Next vocabulary test is on November 2—I dare not test 6th graders the day after Holloween. Our next Independent reading project is due on 11-19.  We are working on them in […]

Reading log due Friday,  October 26       Test date  Oct. 25    Madam C.J. Walker and Satchel Paige   Homework: Due 10-23 Write one sentence for each selection word. Highlight the word.  Write a good “hint” sentence that will help you remember the words definition. Academic vocabulary   narrative   Non-fiction   biography   autobiography   Selection […]

New reading logs were distributed today.  They are due on October 26.  Students are allowed 2 blank dates. Logs should be easy “A’s”.  Please note that reading logs are not just busy work or gimme grades.  It is extremely important that students read for a sustained 20 minutes each night.  I allow them to read whatever […]

Week of 10-8 No reading log this week as we are reviewing this week and taking a 9 week review test next Thursday. The exam reviews academic vocabulary including literature elements, reading strategies and textual features. The exam does not include selection vocabulary or questions about the selections. The exam consists of identification questions and […]