Abernathy Collegiate Charter SchoolMr.

NewtonWeek of 9/16/13
6 Grade Chapter Title Pages Lesson #; Title Goals/Obj
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Introduction

Monday 2 Studying Geog, Econ, and Civics 40-41 2 Economics SWDK the economic principles inflation and recession; and traditional and command economies SWBA to describe what govt. policies will help prevent inflation and recession OTO ImageHunter Gatherer Society 1 Notes on content vocabulary 40-41 2 OTO Graphbusiness cycle 3 Inforgraphic pg. 41

Tuesday Constitution Day N/A Constitution Lesson SWDK of the definition and importance of the Constitution SWBA to define federalism and analyze the importance the our Republican form of government Barney Fifes Preamble to the Constitution 1 Read Patrick Henrys Give me Liberty or death speech 2 Read Democracy or a Republic? 3 5 principles of gov. 4 Living doc or original understanding? Close and Reflect

Wednesday 2 Studying Geog, Econ, and Civics 42-43 2 Economics SWDK of Imports and Exports SWBA to show the importance of trade surpluses and explain the trade deficit the US is experiencing.

Thursday 2 Studying Geog, Econ, and Civics 44-45 3 Civics SWDK of the 3 branches of government and their roles SWBA to compare the US gov to others and explain its superiority

Friday 2 Studying Geog, Econ, and Civics 45-46 3 Civics SWDK of the rights and responsibilities as citizens SWBA to explain the relationship between the rights and responsibilities of citizens

Made in China? Why?

Engage Activity

Activities

1 Guided Reading pg 4 Trade 2 OTO Student Edition lesson 2

1 Guided Reading pg 1 2 OTO Chart--Checks and Balances

CA recently allowed illegals to have licenses. Good idea or bad? 1 Guided Reading pg 2 2 OTO Video-Citizenship

Closing

Close and Reflect

Close and Reflect

Checkpoint

In which type of economy are all economic decisions made by the government? N/A

Homework

Why is it important that we remember that our constitution should be understood in its original context and that we are a republic? Be a student of the Constitution for the rest or your life!

What is wrong with more imports than exports?

Discuss: Which branch is the most powerful? Any? What is federal gov? separation of powers?

Why is it important to be a good citizen? What rights to citizens have? What responsibilities?

Study Guide Lesson 2

N/A

Study Guide Lesson 3

Student work that is their notebook so we finished it in class.

Student work that is meant to be done at home

Student work on a worksheet or handout started in class, but might have to be finished at home. OTO: Online Teaching Option (resources I use from online)

Abernathy Collegiate Charter SchoolMr. NewtonWeek of 9/16/13

7 Grade Chapter Title Pages Lesson #; Title Goals/Obj
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Monday 15 African Civ 440-441 Culture In Africa 3 African Society and Culture SWDK of African art, music, dance, and storytelling SWBA to create a

Tuesday Constitution Day N/A Constitution Lesson SWDK of the definition and importance of the Constitution SWBA to define federalism and analyze the importance the our Republican form of government Barney Fifes Preamble to the Constitution 1 Read Patrick Henrys Give me Liberty or death speech 2 Read Democracy or a Republic? 3 5 principles of gov. 4 Living doc or original understanding?

Wednesday 15 African Civ 445-446 Assessment Practice Chapter Review SWDK of chapter 15

Thursday 15 African Civ

Friday 15 African Civ 442-443 Lesson Supplemental Water Rights in Africa SWDK of water issues in Africa. SWBA to analyze water issues, describe pros and cons of each side of debate and choose which side they agree with. Intro to Water 1 Read Yes and No opinions 2 List pros and cons of each opinion.

Chapter 15 Test

Introduction Activities

Share an Anasi the Spider story 1 OTO Graphic Organizer--African Arts

Grade Study Guide Lesson 3 Review chapter with Jeopardy style game.

Test

Closing Checkpoint

Write a short story in the style of Anasi the spider What elements of African Art music, and storytelling have come to America?

Questions? Why is it important that we remember that our constitution should be understood in its original context and that we are a republic? Be a student of the Constitution for the rest or your life! Questions?

Answer questions pg 443 What does the author mean when he says that Water is a human right.

Homework

Study Guide Lesson 3

Study for Test

Questions pg 443

Student work that is their notebook so we finished it in class.

Student work that is meant to be done at home

Student work on a worksheet or handout started in class, but might have to be finished at home. OTO: Online Teaching Option (resources I use from online)

Abernathy Collegiate Charter SchoolMr. NewtonWeek of 9/16/13

8 Grade Chapter Title Pages Lesson #; Title
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Monday 5 The Spirit of Independence 126-127 Discussion: Should colonists declare independence?
SWDK of the issues involved with making the decision to declare independence from Britain. SWBA to discuss both side of the declaring independence issue.

Tuesday Constitution Day N/A Constitution Lesson

Wednesday 5 The Spirit of Independence 128-133 4 Declaring Independence

SWDK of the options explored before declaration of independence and the reasons why independence was declared. SWBA to list reasons why and actions taken in declaring our independence.

Thursday 5 The Spirit of Independence 137-140 Supplemental Lesson Declaration of Independence

SWDK of the historical background of the DOI, basic outline along with its influence in our and others history. SWBA to define natural rights, popular sovereignty, and the purpose of gov.

Friday 5 The Spirit of Independence N/A Test Chapter 5

Goals/Obj

SWDK of the definition and importance of the Constitution SWBA to define federalism and analyze the importance the our Republican form of government

Introduction

OTO Bio--Thomas Paine

Barney Fifes Preamble to the Constitution 1 Read Patrick Henrys Give me Liberty or death speech 2 Read Democracy or a Republic? 3 5 principles of gov. 4 Living doc or original understanding?

Activities

1 Read pages 126-127 2 Discuss issue

Discuss: The decision for Independence came only after all other options had been exhausted. 1 Guided Reading: Lesson 4 2 OTO Lesson Presentation

Remind students of historical background of DOI. Complete Engage activity. 1 Reading Skills 2 Critical thinking skills

Test

Closing

In your opinion, which writer makes a better argument for Independence?

What are the main ideas from the Yes argument? From the No argument. Why is it important that we remember that our constitution should be understood in its original context and that we are a republic?

How persuasive is the DOI?

What influence did the DOI have on the US? World?

What are some grievances listed?

Test

Checkpoint

Who wrote the DOI? Why was it written?

Test

Homework

N/A

Be a student of the Constitution for the rest or your life!

Study Guide Lesson 4

Write a newspaper article from the perspective of a patriot describing the passage of the DOI

Student work that is their notebook so we finished it in class.

Student work that is meant to be done at home

Student work on a worksheet or handout started in class, but might have to be finished at home. OTO: Online Teaching Option (resources I use from online)

Abernathy Collegiate Charter SchoolMr. NewtonWeek of 9/16/13

9 Grade Chapter Title Pages Lesson #; Title Goals/Obj
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Monday 2 Spread of Civ 29-30 Israelites 2 Eastern Med. Peoples SWDK of Israelites and Judaism SWBA to summarize Israelite history and describe Jewish beliefs

Tuesday Constitution Day N/A Constitution Lesson SWDK of the definition and importance of the Constitution SWBA to define federalism and analyze the importance the our Republican form of government Barney Fifes Preamble to the Constitution 1 Read Patrick Henrys Give me Liberty or death speech 2 Read Democracy or a Republic? 3 5 principles of gov. 4 Living doc or original understanding?

Tuesday 2 Spread of Civ 32-35 Indus Valley Civ 3 Indus Valley Civ SWDK of the impact of geography on India. The early history of India SWBA to describe the trade industry.

Wednesday 2 Spread of Civ 36-38 The Shang Dynasty 4 Rise of China SWDK of the impact of geography on China; the Shang Dynasty SWBA to describe the dynastic cycle

Thursday 2 Spread of Civ 38-40 The Zhou Dynasty 4 Rise of China SWDK of the Zhou Dynasty SWBA to list what contributed to the success and longevity of Zhou Dynasty.

Introduction Activities

Genesis 12: Introduce Abraham 1 Ancient Israelite History: Mesopotamia, Palestine, Egypt, Palestine, Babylon, Persia, and Palestine

Engage Activity 1 OTO VideoIndia 2 Geography Connection pg 33

Engage activity 1 OTO VideoAncient Chinese Civ 2 OTO MapChinas Geography and Climate 3 Shang Dynasty Bronze Art

Review Shang Dynasty 1 OTO Whiteboard activityDynastic cycle 2 Critical Thinking Skills pg. 39

Closing

Checkpoint

What spiritual or historical claims does Israel have on Palestine? Who is Abraham, Moses, and King David

Closing Activity

Closing Activity

Homework

Reading Guide Lesson 2 Page 2

Why is it important that we remember that our constitution should be understood in its original context and that we are a republic? Be a student of the Constitution for the rest or your life!

What happened to the Indus Valley Civ.

Define Dynasty

How were the Shang and Zhou Dynasty similar? Different?

Reading Guide Lesson 3

Reading Guide Lesson 4

Reading Guide Lesson 4

Student work that is their notebook so we finished it in class.

Student work that is meant to be done at home

Student work on a worksheet or handout started in class, but might have to be finished at home. OTO: Online Teaching Option (resources I use from online)