September 28, 2006

Journal Writing:

Pretend that the lines on your paper are really the closed slats of a window blind! What wonderful (or terrible) surprise is on the other side?

Miss Clark & Mrs. Hogsett

September 27, 2006

Unit 2 #11-20

Spelling Sentences


Miss Clark & Mrs. Hogsett

September 26, 2006


Journal Writing:

Everyone overslept this morning and you had to pack your own school lunch! Your mom told you to pack anything you wanted. Describe what you packed.

We can't wait to read these! :)


Miss Clark & Mrs. Hogsett

September 25, 2006

Unit 2 #11-20 / Definitions.

mistake
campus
property
support
witness
picnic
improve
extreme
dignity
wisdom

Have a WONDERFUL evening!

Miss Clark & Mrs. Hogsett

September 19, 2006

LA 7&8: Please remember to bring back SIGNED bullying form.

THANK - YOU!

Miss Clark & Mrs. Hogsett

Thursday - September 21, 2006

Journal Writing:

It is very late at night and the phone rings unexpectedly. Who is it? Why are they calling? What happens next?


Review Links:

http://www.thewritesource.com/STUDENTMODELS/WS2K-lesson.HTM

Wednesday, September 20, 2006

Unit 2: (#1-10): Ten (10) Spelling Sentences

*Remember to elaborate when writing sentences. Subject/Verb/Modifiers



Review Links:

http://www.eduplace.com/kids/hme/k_5/graphorg/

• http://www.smartdraw.com/examples/mindmap-edu/book_report_mind_map.htm

• http://www.brainpop.com/english/writing/strengtheningsentences/

Tuesday - September 19, 2006

Journal Writing:

National Student Day, a day to encourage students to do well in school and go on to college is celebrated in September. What would you like to be when you grow up? What will you do to prepare for your chosen career?

Monday - September 18, 2006

Spelling Words for the Week: *Unit 2 (#1-10) Syllabication Patterns - Short Vowels

transmit
indicate
enroll
rustic
comfort
enclose
culprit
ambition
parachute
elegant

Write definitions for the above words. Have a great evening!

Miss Clark

September 14, 2006

Journal Writing Assignment:

Your teacher sends you to the supply closet for staples. Just as you reach for a box, you discover that the closet is really a time-travel machine! Where and when does it take you? What do you do while you are there?

September 13, 2006

Journal Writing Assignment:

Pretend that your community is considering extending the school week to include a half day on Saturday! Is this a good idea? Write a letter to the principal expressing your opinion and explaining your reasons.

September 12, 2006 Homework


Journal Writing Assignment:

World Gratitude Day is observed in September. For whom or what are you most grateful? Explain.

September 11, 2006 Homework

Spelling Words for week of September 11th-15th:

newsprint
verify
deliver
footage
masthead
exclusive
update
coverage
newsreel
dateline

Journal Writing Assignment: Describe a time when you are/were sad. 2-3 paragraphs

September 7, 2006 Homework

Spelling words 3x each (cursive or on computer)

Have a GREAT evening!

Miss Clark & Mrs. Hogsett

September 6, 2006 HOMEWORK

Write 10 sentences using your spelling words!

Have a GREAT evening!

Miss Clark & Mrs. Hogsett

September 5, 2006

Homework:

LA34: 2-3 paragraphs describing you. Write 8-10 questions/evaluation for the class to take. You may also bring your favorite song, cd - *no profanity.

LA56 & LA78: 2-3 paragraphs describing you. Write 8-10 questions/evaluation for the class to take. You may also bring your favorite song, cd - *no profanity.

Spelling Definitions

Have a great night!

Miss Clark & Mrs. Hogsett

Welcome to 7th Grade Language Arts!

Below is the spelling list for the week of September 5-8th:

newsroom

edition

sportscaster

media

headline

copy

editorial

newscast

caption

commentary

Have fun learning these new words!

Miss Clark & Mrs. Hogsett