Reading
Freytag's Pyramid (Plot Diagram applied to a Tragedy)
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Blank Freytag's Pyramid (Plot Diagram) for Reading and Writing Activities
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Heroes Journey Detailed Chart Breakdown
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Characteristics of Heroes
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Where I Find My Heroes Article
An article to help students think about the role of heroes in their lives and the world.
An article to help students think about the role of heroes in their lives and the world.
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Writing
The basic five paragraph or keyhole essay is one foundation of academic writing. Familiarity with this format will
help writers approach essays, however this format is not the only approach. Essay lengths should vary based on content and purpose, the keyhole approach should only be used as a guideline or starting point.
help writers approach essays, however this format is not the only approach. Essay lengths should vary based on content and purpose, the keyhole approach should only be used as a guideline or starting point.
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Vocabulary
We will study a variety of vocabulary from Greek and Latin word parts to ACT-prep words. Many of these words will be in context of things we are reading, others will be taught using mnemonics. Enriching your vocabulary will help with your reading, writing and communicating.
Greek & Latin Word Parts
How can we use roots and affixes to help us figure out the meanings of unfamiliar words in what we read?
Many English words come from Latin and Greek, studying word parts will assist students in all subject areas.
Greek & Latin Word Parts
How can we use roots and affixes to help us figure out the meanings of unfamiliar words in what we read?
Many English words come from Latin and Greek, studying word parts will assist students in all subject areas.
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Quack Vocabulary Words Volumes 1-10
Quack Your way to better vocabulary. Students are expected to know the Quack words by the end of 10th grade. The Quack!® video series assists students as they learn these words using audio and visual cues. Students are expected to study the words on their own time. Flash cards are encouraged to help in this process.
Quack Your way to better vocabulary. Students are expected to know the Quack words by the end of 10th grade. The Quack!® video series assists students as they learn these words using audio and visual cues. Students are expected to study the words on their own time. Flash cards are encouraged to help in this process.
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Self ASSESSMENTS
Right Brain vs Left Brain Creativity Test
Determine which side of your brain left or right is dominant. In general the left and right hemispheres of your brain process information in different ways. We tend to process information using our dominant side. The learning and thinking process is enhanced when both sides of the brain participate. This means there are advantages to strengthening your less dominate hemisphere of the brain. How you think, impacts how you view the world.
Determine which side of your brain left or right is dominant. In general the left and right hemispheres of your brain process information in different ways. We tend to process information using our dominant side. The learning and thinking process is enhanced when both sides of the brain participate. This means there are advantages to strengthening your less dominate hemisphere of the brain. How you think, impacts how you view the world.
Multiple Intelligence Test (Secondary)
Learn about how your mind thinks and works. Uncover your strengths and how you view the world around you.
Learn about how your mind thinks and works. Uncover your strengths and how you view the world around you.
Find Your Strengths (Literacy Multiple Intelligence Test)
Another approach the multiple intelligence testing from literacy works. I find it interesting to take similar tests and compare the results. So now you have two options for MI Assessments.
Another approach the multiple intelligence testing from literacy works. I find it interesting to take similar tests and compare the results. So now you have two options for MI Assessments.
True Colors Test
The True Colors Test is a useful tool for improving communication, relationships and increasing personal effectiveness. Understanding your colors helps you understand yourself and others.
The True Colors Test is a useful tool for improving communication, relationships and increasing personal effectiveness. Understanding your colors helps you understand yourself and others.
4 C's
CRITICAL THINKING
How do I solve problems?
COMMUNICATOR
Do I understand and communicate ideas?
COLLABORATOR
How do I work with others?
CREATIVITY
How do I produce quality ideas and work?
Awaken Your Inner Muse:
The intended audience is busy women, however the tips are beneficial for anyone who wants to be more creative.
How do I solve problems?
COMMUNICATOR
Do I understand and communicate ideas?
COLLABORATOR
How do I work with others?
CREATIVITY
How do I produce quality ideas and work?
Awaken Your Inner Muse:
The intended audience is busy women, however the tips are beneficial for anyone who wants to be more creative.
ACT Prep
ACT's College Readiness Benchmarks
English:
Explore Score 13
Plan Score 15
ACT Score18
Social Sciences/Reading:
Explore Score 15
Plan Score 17
ACT Score 21
Math/Algebra:
Explore Score 17
Plan Score 19
ACT Score 22
Science/Biology:
Explore Score 20
Plan Score 21
ACT Score 24
English:
Explore Score 13
Plan Score 15
ACT Score18
Social Sciences/Reading:
Explore Score 15
Plan Score 17
ACT Score 21
Math/Algebra:
Explore Score 17
Plan Score 19
ACT Score 22
Science/Biology:
Explore Score 20
Plan Score 21
ACT Score 24
Together, inspiring students to think, learn, achieve and care in a global community.