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HERITAGE FAIR 2010
(Louise McKinney, Robert Bateman, Laura Secord)
HERITAGE FAIR 2010
HERITAGE FAIR 2010
HERITAGE FAIR-AT TIMES ONE IN NOT WHO HE SAYS HE IS.
HERITAGE FAIR-CANADIAN SPY WAS IN THE HOUSE!
HERITAGE FAIR- "HELLO, YES MR. GRAHAM WE ARE LISTENING".
COURSE OUTLINE FOR LA, SS, L-ART
Grade 6 Language Arts
Course Outline
Ms. Gosia Nova
SEPTEMBER
All About Me Respect Unit |
FEBRUARY
I Love To Read Month Activities Book Reports |
OCTOBER Grammar |
MARCH Research project |
NOVEMBER Literature Circle |
APRIL Poetry |
DECEMBER Literature Circle |
MAY Novel Study |
JANUARY Expository Writing & 6 + 1 Writing Traits |
JUNE Newspaper Exam Review |
* Please note that this is a general outline of units to be studied this year. These units, and the timing of them, may change.
Grade 6 ELA
Essential Outcomes
Evaluation:
Reading 30%
. (comprehension, novel questions etcÖ)
Writing 30%
(spelling, grammar, story & paragraph writing etcÖ)
Listening 10%
(listening tests, public speaking, peer assessments, etcÖ)
Speaking 5%
(drama, speeches & public speaking, presentations, etcÖ)
Viewing & Representing 5%
(models, projects, videos, etcÖ)
Final Exam 20%
- students will be assessed on an ongoing basis during class time through various activities and assignments (novel studies and comprehension questions)
- define
- identify them (exemplars)
- mark students using rubrics specific to each trait
- self assessment/self reflection
- students will master the following formats and genres at the grade 6 level
- format - 1 paragraph
- 10-12 sentences
- introduction, body with 3 supported details , conclusion
-genres - descriptive paragraph
- narrative paragraph
- expository paragraph
- letter writing (personal and business)
- biographies
- students will work on the following skills during various public speaking opportunities
- voice - pace, projection, colour, pitch
- presentation - gesture, eye contact
- content - ideas, organization (continuity), the ìhookî
- students will work on the following grammar devices:
- nouns - verbs - adjectives
- adverbs - pronouns - transitions
- prefix/suffix - quotations - capitalization
- commas - apostrophes - colons/hyphen
- contractions - possessives - homonyms
- 4 types of sentences (from the grade 6 curriculum)
- dictionary skills - alphabetical order
- root words
- parts of speech
- students will learn about the following figures of speech
- simile - metaphor - alliteration
- hyperbole - personification - onomatopoeia
- students will learn the following poetry ìvocabularyî
- stanza - lines - rhyme scheme
- students will write the following types of poetry
- acrostic - concrete - haiku
- limerick - quatrain - cinquain
- free verse - diamante
- students will study the following story elements in various types of fictional writing (novels, short stories...)
- characters - main and supporting
* character sketches ñ personal and physical traits
- plot - story mountain (climax)
- point of view - who is telling the story?
- theme - lesson or moral
- setting - where and when the story takes place
- conflict - man vs. man
- man vs. nature
- man vs. himself
- man vs. supernatural
- man vs. society (racism, socio-economic struggle)
Grade 6 Language Arts : Resource List
Spellers
A compilation of spelling units from various spelling resources
Canadian Spelling Program
Novels
Spirit of the White Bison
Call It Courage
Peanut Butter is Forever
Where The Red Fern Grows
Bridge To Terabithia
Old Yeller
Other Resources
Sky striders
Starflights
Short Stories, Poems, Newspapers, Comics etcÖ
Outcomes Students will listen, speak, read, write, view and represent to
explore thoughts, ideas, feelings and experiences
comprehend and respond personally and critically to oral, literary and media texts
manage ideas and information
enhance the clarity and artistry of communication
celebrate and build community
Final Mark Calculation
Cumulative
Students and Parents please sign below to acknowledge that you have read and understand the procedures in this outline and return it to me by Friday, September 26th. I hope this is useful to you. Please feel free to contact me by phone 888-4898, or through your childís agenda if you have any questions or concerns. Iím looking forward to an exciting year with you all!
Ms. G. Nova
Student signature: ____________________
Parent signature: ______________________
Social Studies
Grade 6 Course Outline
Throughout the year, we will be studying Canadian History and how the past affects the present. There will be 4 units that we will be studying.
Cluster 1 ñ Building a Nation (1867 ñ 1914)
Students will look at life after Canada becomes a country (Confederation). The focus of study will be placed on:
-BNA Act -1885 Resistance
-Treaties and Reservations -Manitobaís entry into Confederation
-Immigration -Canadian Pacific Railway
Cluster 2 ñ An Emerging Nation (1914 - 1945)
Students will examine Canada as a newly emerging nation. Particular
focus will be given to:
-1919 Winnipeg General Strike -Womenís Suffrage
-World War I -The Great Depression
-World War II -Technological Developments
Cluster 3 ñ Shaping Contemporary Canada (1945 ñ Present)
Students explore factors that have shaped contemporary Canadian life. This study includes a focus on the impact of global events, Canadian involvement in international organizations and the impact of technological advancements. Our focus will be:
-Changes regarding Aboriginal rights in Canada
-Canadaí involvement in world conflicts
-Ways that technology and industry have impacted Canadian life
Cluster 4 ñ Canada Today: Democracy, Diversity and the
Influence of the Past
Students explore Canadian government, citizenship, identity, and the ideals and responsibilities and rights of democracy. Particular attention will be given to:
-Democracy -Canadian Government
-Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms -Electoral Process
-Treaties and Land Claims
Classroom Responsibilities
Supplies
All supplies must be in class for each S.S. period. As well as an organized binder as outlined below, students are required to bring a black or blue pen (no gel pens), a red pen, a pencil, an eraser, a supply of loose leaf paper, and their agendas.
Binder
Students are required to have an organized binder for S.S that contains loose leaf . Dividers may be useful but are not necessary.
Classroom Guidelines
All students are expected to abide by these guidelines:
1. Respect property (including textbooks, desks, and classroom materials).
2. Respect all others around you (a positive attitude is expected from all students).
3. Respect yourself.
4. LEARN! Come to class prepared to do your best.
Homework
While most assignments will be given work time during class, students are expected to complete unfinished assignments at home by the date specified. If students fail to do this, students will be expected to remain after school to complete the work. Exceptions will be made for extenuating circumstances at the teacherís discretion.
Progress Reports
Although the studentís Agenda will be the primary means of communication between parents/guardians and the teacher, a progress report will be sent home during each term in an effort to keep both the student and parents/guardians well informed of the studentís progress. The progress reports will require a parent/guardianís signature.
Evaluation
You will be evaluated on the following throughout the year.
Managing Ideas and Information 40%
(tests, quizzes, comprehension assignments)
Critical and Creative Thinking 30%
(analytical assignments, projects)
Communication 20%
(presentations, peer work)
Active Democratic Citizenship 10%
(Reflective assignments, journals)
This year, the grade 6 students will be required to complete a Heritage Fair project as part of their program. A Heritage Fair project has similarities to a Science Fair project, but is based on the theme of Canada. Further details will be provided at a later time.
* These are the skills that the new MB SS Curriculum requires teachers to use for assessment purposes:
Students and Parents please sign below to acknowledge that you have read and understand the procedures in this outline and return it to me by Friday, September 26th. I hope this is useful to you. Please feel free to contact me by phone 888-4898, or through your childís agenda if you have any questions or concerns. Iím looking forward to an exciting year with you all!
Ms. G. Nova
Student signature: ____________________
Parent signature: ______________________
Grade 6
Leisure Art Course Outline
This year the grade 6 students will be exposed to varies forms of art. Students will be using and practicing basic techniques of studio art, as well as learning about Elements and Principals of Art.
Objective: The objective for this class is to develop and practice skills that have been taught during the year.
- drawing and sketching
- playdough pictures
- abstract painting
- collages
- self portraits
- 3-D pop-ups
- variety of other activities including drama if time permits
A good mark in Leisure Art class is very attainable. It requires that you follow instructions, complete your projects and try your best. Your projects will be marked based on what you demonstrated in class and instructions followed.
Mark breakdown will be as follows:
Assignments & Projects 80%
Learning Skills 20%
I look forward to getting to know your child by providing them with creative challenges and many opportunities to take pride in their work.
Ms. Nova
CLASSROOM RESPONSIBILITIES
Supplies Needed ñ It is critical that all students bring the necessary materials to Art class. If they do not, then they will be unable to work on projects during class time and will be expected to complete their assignments after school or at home. When supplies run low the student is expected to notify their parents that it is time to replenish their needed supplies. These are the required supplies for each ART CLASS:
- White Eraser
- Pencils (HB)
- Scissors
- Glue (liquid glue as well as a glue stick)
- Ruler
- Markers
- Pencil Crayons
There will be consequences for repeatedly not bringing needed supplies. A phone call to the parents will be made if necessary.
Learning Skills ñAll students are expected to be responsible learners. This means that students will be expected to not only bring supplies but also to spend class time wisely, work on their assignments, and to then turn these assignments in on time. Constant interruptions due to talking and unnecessary movement within the class will
not be tolerated, as this makes it very difficult for those students who are working. Students will be given a warning but will then be asked to leave the room, visit the office, and/or possibly phone home. Art class involves the use of many potential ìmessyî mediums and it is necessary for students to be respectful and take care when using these items. It is the studentsí responsibility to clean up at the end of every class.
Please review this course outline with your son/daughter, sign at the bottom, and return to Ms. Nova by Friday, September 26th. Thank you.
Student Signature: _____________ Parent Signature: _____________
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