This week in Language Arts, we read two futuristic short stories: "Autumntime" by A. Lentini and "There Will Come Soft Rains" by Ray Bradbury. Students will compare and contrast the setting, theme, conflict, and climax of both stories.
On Thursday, all students took a district mandated test called the EasyCBM. It took less than a class period and it provides a baseline score on reading comprehension and vocabulary development. They completed the same test last year in 7th grade.
I enjoyed meeting many of you at Back-to-School-Night. Attached below is a pdf. of my presentation for those who were unable to make it. There was a lot of information to present in a short period of time. Please feel free to contact me with any questions at: lhermes@pps.net.
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A few parents asked if it was possible to purchase a Wordly Wise 9 book for their student to write in rather than using as separate piece of paper. The school will not be selling copies, but the books are available at Amazon for approx. $11.00. We are using Wordly Wise 3000, Book 9, Third Edition. I am unsure whether or not there is a difference between the 2nd and 3rd editions so please stick with the third.
Students, make sure you are keeping up with your reading for the Independent Novel Project. October 7th will be here before we know it!
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