Remote Learning Information

Go to your grade level assignment board and follow the instructions.
ALL students will need to complete items from the Exploratory Board found after the grade level boards.

**If you have questions, please contact your teacher.

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Best Academy Remote Learning Day - Choice Board

In the event of inclement weather where we have a Remote Learning Day, please complete 1 assignment from each column. This will cover up to 5 inclement weather days in a row.

Write the date in the box for each assignment that you complete. Return all completed assignments when we return.

ELA	Math	Social Studies	Science
Illustrate the theme of the novel or story you are currently reading. Then write a two to three sentence summary of the theme.	Measure and record the length and width of two rooms in your house, then find the area and perimeter of both rooms. Show all work on a sheet of paper.	Choose a current event that’s happening in the world. Write a descriptive paragraph about this event. Include your thoughts on the event. Must be at least 5 sentences.	Write a story on the journey of a water droplet. Make your story applicable for the season. For example, if it is winter let your droplet end up in a snowman or something like that. Make sure it covers the entire water cycle, including groundwater, etc.
Make a text-to- self connection to the novel or story you are currently reading. Write a paragraph explaining how you relate to the reading. Be sure to use examples in your paragraph. Don’t forget to check your spelling, grammar and punctuation.	Write and solve 5 different multiplying or dividing questions. Show all work on a sheet of paper.	Write a letter to a loved one from the perspective of a European Explorer. Describe where you are going, what country you are from, your ship, crew, and other details about your journey.	Think about the food you normally eat. Go to your cabinets and analyze the nutritional facts on the labels. Do you feel like your diet is a healthy, well-rounded diet? Do you feel like you could make improvements? Tell me why. Tell me how. What are some effects of a poor diet? This needs to be at least a paragraph. (5-7 well thought out sentences)
Place yourself in the shoes of one of the characters in the novel or story you are currently reading. Create a half page diary entry of a key moment from the story. Remember, diary entries are written in the first person (I, me, we, etc,).	Find a recipe, record all the measurements of the ingredients, then multiply each ingredient by 4. Show all work on a sheet of paper.	Interview a family member and have them describe to you what they feel is the most influential historical moment in their life. You must then write a paragraph on what you learned.	Design an experiment. Make sure your experiment is first testable. Make sure your experiment covers all areas of the Scientific Method. You can include pictures on your paper. Be sure to include all items needed for your experiment.
Create TWO instagram posts that highlight important events in the novel or story you are currently reading. Remember, each post should have an illustration and a two to three sentence summary of the event.	Find a toy, measure and record the height and width, then enlarge the dimensions by 2 and 3. Show all work on a sheet of paper.	From memory (DON’T CHEAT), make a list of all US states you can remember on a sheet of paper. After, use a map to determine the ones you missed and record them on the back.	Look around your home and identify 3 ways energy is being transferred. Remember, there are SO MANY ways that energy is transferred. Find three examples and draw and label them on paper. Try to mix it up and do different types of energy transfer.
Create a character map of the main character in the novel or story you are currently reading. Draw the character on a piece of paper and write words all around the character that describes him/her.	How many different ways can you make $1 with change? Record each way. Show all work on a sheet of paper.	Define the word ‘globalization.” Next, document the countries where the following items were made: -an article of your clothing -your family vehicle -two different electronics in your home. (examples: refrigerator, tv, phone, microwave, game console, etc.)	What does it mean to be “true to yourself”? Sometimes we are so concerned with being viewed as cool, funny, or a rebel. We want as many “likes” as possible. Because of this, we can sometimes change who we are to fit in or make people think we’re something that we really aren’t. Are we afraid that if we are ourselves, people won’t like us as much? Write your experiences and thoughts about this. This needs to be well thought out and at least a paragraph. I love you.

6th Grade Remote Learning Expectations

In order to be counted present, complete ONE assignment from EACH category (ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies)

ELA

Please write three paragraphs about the following topic:

If you had the power to help anyone in the world, explain in detail who you would help, and why?

Learning Target: Write explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey information

Please write three paragraphs about the following topic: Name one person you would consider to be a hero. Why would you consider that person a hero?

Learning Target: Write explanatory texts to convey ideas and information.

Please write the following sentences correctly on notebook paper.

1. the yung man drived that there yelow cunvertable wearing a blew cap

2. wasnt that a good feetball game we seen with bob and betty your frends

Learning Target: Consistently apply conventional rules for capitalization, punctuation and grammar.

Think of the characters we have read about this year. Select one character to analyze. Create a Bubble Map on notebook paper. Write the character’s name in the center bubble. Write words or phrases to describe the character in the five outer bubbles.

Learning Target: Analyze in detail how a key individual is introduced in a text.

Read a poem of your choice. Tell the name of the poem and the author. Provide examples of figurative language in the poem.

Learning Target: Identify poetic elements.

Math

Kitchen Counts:

Find your favorite recipe with at least 5 ingredients. On a clean sheet of paper, copy the original ingredients and the number of servings the recipe will make. Then TRIPLE the recipe. Write a new list of the tripled ingredients on your paper. Show your work for how you tripled each ingredient.

Learning Target: I can multiply fractions.

Real-World Geometry

Use a tape measure/ruler to find the area and perimeter of a room in your house. Describe the room and answer the following questions.

1. How many square feet is the room?

2. If you were going to install carpet that costs $3.50 per square foot, how much would you spend on carpet?

Learning Target: I can find the area and perimeter of a room.

Unit Rate/Better Buy:

Find 5 items to find the unit rate of. Be sure to show the price or amount of the item, the weight or quantity of the item, and how much the unit rate is for each item.

Learning Target: I can find unit rate/better buy.

Fractions to Decimals:

Without using a calculator, convert the following fractions to decimals to determine if they are terminating or repeating (Remember: Top Dog in the House):

Learning Targets: I can convert fractions to decimals by hand.

Triangles:

Define the 3 types of triangles (Equilateral, Isosceles, & Scalene) and draw an example of where you can find each in your home.

Learning Target: I can identify and define types of triangles.

Science

Write each vocabulary word on a sheet of paper and draw a picture to show the meaning/explanation of each word.

1) wave

2) pitch

3) loudness

Learning Target: I can describe wave, pitch, and loudness.

Write each vocabulary word on a sheet of paper and draw a picture to show the meaning/explanation of each word.

1) Doppler Effect

2) Sonic Boom

3) wavelength

Learning Target: I can describe Doppler Effect, sonic boom, wavelength.

Illustrate the 3 states of matter. Describe how the molecules act for each state of matter.

Learning Target: I can illustrate and describe molecules within the 3 states of matter.

Define decibel

Name ten sounds and place them in order from lowest to highest decibels..

Learning Target: I can define and provide examples..

Go outside and make a list of what you see. Take your list and sort into biotic (living things) and abiotic (non-living things).

Learning Target: I can identify biotic and abiotic factors.

Social Studies

Write a paragraph describing which of the 3 Chinese philosophies you think the United States should adopt to both live by and run its government. -Confucianism, Daoism, or Legalism. (at least 7 sentences)

Learning Target: I can describe Chinese philosophies and their cultural and political significance.

Select one country that we have studied this year in class and make a “T-Chart” discussing the pros and cons of living in this country. Provide at least five detailed examples per column.

Learning Target: I can describe the pros and cons of living in various countries.

Draw a billboard depicting which ancient civilization that we’ve learned about so far you would like to travel back in time to visit or live in. Drawings should be neatly done so that viewers know which civilization it is without explanation or labels.

Learning Target: I can describe ancient civilizations.

Look around your home for 5 items that were made in another country. Write down the items and tell from which country they were made.

Learning Target: I can select and describe commercial items from various countries.

Interview a family member and have them answer the following:

(1) What is your most memorable historic event?

(2) Why does that event stand out to you?

Learning Target: I can identify and describe historic events from another person’s point of view.

Choose one activity to complete from each of your core classes, then date the box.

Example: Date:1/20/24 to show its completion.

Each additional Remote Day, you will pick a new "Choice Box" for EACH Core Class. We can have up to 5 Remote Days.

Math

ELA

Science

Social Studies

Measure and record the length and width of two rooms in your house, then find the area and perimeter. Show all work on a sheet of paper.

I can calculate area and perimeter using real world situations.

Date: ___________

Make a text-to- self connection to the novel you are currently reading. Write a paragraph explaining your connection.

I can compare and contrast literary characters to real life situations.

Date: ____________

Record the temperatures for the past 10 days. Make a line graph using this data, then forecast the next three days based on your observations.

I can compare and predict daily changes in weather conditions.

Date: ______________

Write a paragraph about how Renaissance art is still influential in today’s world.

I can compare current art work to the influencers of our past.

Date: ______________

Write and solve 5 different multiplying or dividing fractions questions. Show all work on a sheet of paper.

I can multiply and divide rational numbers.

Date: ___________

Place yourself in the shoes of one of the characters in the novel you are currently reading. Create a half page diary entry of a key moment from the story.

I can write a narrative description based on a literary character.

Date: ______________

In your own words describe on paper the water cycle from the perspective of a rain drop or snowflake falling where you live through the cycle and back to being in a cloud.

I can summarize the water cycle as it affects my everyday life.

Date: _______________

Please write a paper (at least two to three paragraphs) on the Scientific Revolution and how it impacts the world today.

I can compare and contrast information regarding historical events.

Date: _____________

Find a recipe, record all the measurements of the ingredients, then multiply each ingredient by 4. Show all work on a sheet of paper.

I can compute unit rates associated to solve real-world and mathematical problems.

Date: ____________

Create TWO Instagram posts that highlight important events in the novel you are currently reading. Remember, each post should have an illustration and a two to three sentence summary of the event.

I can depict and describe events in a story.

Date: ____________

Create an experiment and document what you tested and how you tested it. You will document all the steps of the Scientific method: Observation, Hypothesis, Experiment, Data collection, and conclusion.

I can write instructions for a project using the Scientific Method.

Date: ________________

Write a letter to a loved one from the perspective of a European Explorer. Describe where you are going, what country you are from, your ship, crew, and other details about your journey.

I can relate to people living in past time periods.

Date: ___________

Find a toy, measure and record the height and width, then enlarge the dimensions by 2 and 3. Show all work on a sheet of paper.

I can compute unit rates to solve real-world and mathematical problems.

Date: ____________

Create a character map of the main character in the novel you are currently reading.

I can describe the attributes of characters in a story.

Date: _____________

Describe as many types of weather instruments that you could use to predict the weather for tomorrow and how you would use them in 2-3 paragraphs.

I can write a narrative description using my knowledge of weather instruments.

Date: ________________

Please read/listen to a book/audiobook that is relevant to History. Once you’ve read, write a summary (three to four sentences) on the information you just learned.

I can summarize bulks of historical information in a timely manner.

Date: ____________

How many different ways can you make $1 with change? Record each way. Show all work on a sheet of paper.

I can calculate multiple ways to equal a dollar.

Date: ____________

Illustrate the theme of the novel you are currently reading. Then write a two to three sentence summary.

I can cite several pieces of textual evidence.

Date: _____________

Describe the most recent severe weather storm you experienced. Include as much detail as possible relating to vocabulary we have discussed.

I can write a narrative story using past current vocabulary.

Date: _________________

Interview a family member and have them describe to you what they feel is the most influential historical moment in their life. You must then write a paragraph on what you learned.

I can summarize major historical recollections.

Date: _____________

Choose one activity to complete from each of your core classes, then date the box to show its completion. If we have more than one remote learning day, you will complete more than one activity per class.

ELA Options:

Math Options:

Social Studies Options:

Science Options:

**You may complete these on paper.

Read a chapter in a book, and write a five sentence summary. If you do not have a book, use a tv show or movie to substitute.

I can summarize what I read or watch.

Math 1/ 8th grade Math: Measure the amount of snow in your yard 4 different times throughout the day and create a line graph.

I can collect data and chart it on a graph.

Interview an adult family member and ask them what are some changes they have seen in the area and/or the country since they were your age.

Take notes on at least FIVE things they tell you during the interview

I can interview and record spoken information.

**You may complete these on paper. Draw a eukaryotic cell with the organelles drawn and labeled. Also, give the function of each organelle.

I will examine the eukaryotic cell and its organelles.

Write a poem with 8 lines about a snow day. The snow day may be real or one you made up. Each line needs to rhyme.

I can compose an eight line poem.

Math 1/8th grade Math: Cook your favorite meal using math.

I can use number sense to solve real world math problems.

Using your notes from the interview, write a rough draft paper detailing your questions and their responses.

I can use my deductive reasoning to create and improve a written paper.

Draw a picture or write a short description of how snow fits into the water cycle.

I will analyze how snow is incorporated into the water cycle

Write a five sentence paragraph detailing everything you have done, since we were last at school

I can write a narrative of my experiences. .

Math 1/8th grade Math: Write a word problem related to an everyday activity you do around the house. Solve the word problem.

I can use my knowledge of numbers to create equations related to real world problems and solve them.

After correcting your rough draft, write your final paper.

It needs to be at least TEN sentences in length including your questions, their answers, and your commentary on it.

I can create a finalized product after correcting and editing a rough draft.

Draw and label or explain a river system from the source to the ocean.

I will illustrate a river system from source to the ocean.

If you use social media, which social media site is your favorite? Why? Which social media site is your least favorite? Why?

If you do not have or do not use social media, explain why. Also, explain which social media site seems the best to you and why.

I can analyze real-time/real-world media.

Math1/8th grade Math:

Find the area of a room in your house. Then find the room's perimeter. Which is greater?

I can use my knowledge of measurement to find the area and perimeter of a room.

Imagine you are making a time capsule or writing a journal entry for future people to see… Write a paragraph with at least FIVE sentences describing what is happening in your local area, in our nation, and in our world.

I can observe and record events happening in the world.

List as many renewable and nonrenewable resources as you can. Explain which one you think is the best and why.

I will distinguish the energy source I feel is best and defend my answer.

Do you prefer summer or winter? Write 5 sentences explaining your preference.

I can write an opinion piece, with sound reasoning.

Math1/8th grade Math: Find the volume of snow that is in your yard. How did you accomplish this? What did you do to make this task easier?

I can use my knowledge of measurement to measure objects and write the measurements.

What is a historical event that you have seen or have lived through? Write at least FIVE sentences describing what that event was like for you.

I can create a first-person account of events I have witnessed.

How is water a resource for humans? List as many reasons as possible.

I will break down the ways humans use water as a resource.

Choosing from your Exploratory classes, please complete and date two assignments per day. Assignments are due to the appropriate teacher when we return.

*All assignments should be completed using pencil and paper unless otherwise stated.

Mrs. Jordan

What careers interest you? How are your exploratory classes helping you prepare for that career? Tell a parent or friend about this connection.

Career Exploration

“Identify jobs/careers that interest me.”

Art:

Create a rule of thirds drawing for an area of your house or outside of your home.

Elements of Art: Space

I can use space to create interest and balance in my art work.

Media/Yearbook

Pick a character from a book you are reading. What would that character Tweet if Twitter was available to them? *Remember Twitter’s 280 character limit.*

Making inferences.

Use information from the book to infer how a character might act.

Art :

Practice types of lines. Draw an outline of a shape (like your hand or an animal) and fill it with various types of lines.

Elements of Art: Line

I can use lines to create interest and movement in my art work.

Band/Chorus

Perform a song of my choice for my family. I will have them tell me two things they liked about it and one thing to improve.

Performing alone

I can sing or play alone using the proper technique.

Band /Chorus

Listen to a song or music selection of my choice and write a review using the terms: Balance, Tone, Dynamics, Tempo, and Phrasing

Identifying musical elements.

I will identify selected musical elements while listening to music.

Band / Chorus

Create an 8 measure rhythm pattern in either 2/4, ¾, or 4/4 time signature using whole, half, quarter, and eighth notes and rests.

Identifying rhythms

I will create a rhythm pattern using notes and rests.

Apparel & Int. Design/Mrs. Jordan

Use your artistic ability to design a new outfit or specific room in your home you would like to design.

HTML Design

“Create a rough draft of a design.”

STEM

Design and build an arcade game using only recycled materials.

Target - Create: Build a Prototype

I can plan and carry out fair tests in which variables are controlled and failure points are considered to identify aspects of a model or prototype that can be improved.

STEM

Ask someone over 40 years old about an invention or innovation that changed their life and how it changed their life.

Target - Ask: Identify Needs & Constraints

Define a simple problem and develop a new or improved object or tool to solve it.

Art

Create a one point perspective drawing of a room in your house.

Elements of Art: Line and Space

I can use lines and space to create interest, movement and balance in my artwork.

Band/Chorus

List as many tempo and dynamics words that you can think of. Write a short story using 8 of these words correctly.

Identifying musical elements

I will identify and define tempo and dynamics terms correctly.

Art

Create a drawing using either all complementary colors, analogous colors or monochromatic.

Elements of Art: Color and Value

I can use color to create mood, value and depth.

Physical Education

Crabby Clean Up

Tidy up while walking like a crab! Carry items on your belly across the room to put them away.

Core Strength & Endurance

I can use my core strength in a variety of locomotor movements

Exploring Business/Mrs. Jordan

Write a 10-step set of instructions on how to build a business. Be descriptive!

“Create a business.”

Physical Education

Commercial Sprint

During a commercial break take a sprint around the outside of your entire house.

Cardiovascular Endurance

I can increase my cardiovascular endurance using a variety of exercises.

Health

Set the Menu

Talk with who takes care of you about choosing the dinner menu. Pick items that are healthy and yummy.

Nutrition

I can create a balanced meal.

. Physical Education

Dance, Dance

Put on your favorite song. Dance however you like during the entire song!

Rhythmic Movement

I can use rhythmic movement to be physically active

STEM

Invent something to solve a real world problem. Make a “How-To” video for the public to learn what your invention does and how it works.

Imagine: Develop Possible Solutions

Define a simple problem and develop a new or improved object or tool to solve it.

Media/Yearbook

Imagine two characters from the book you are reading are texting each other about something in the book. What would they say?

*Keep it short and school appropriate.*

Making inferences.

Use information from the book to infer what a character might say or do.

Career Mgmt/Mrs. Jordan

Identify what a resume is and begin making a list of things you think should go on a resume.

Identifying what a resume is

I will identify what needs to be on a resume.

Med Terms/Mrs. Jordan

Make a medical terms Bingo board. Draw a 4x4 grid, and put medical terms in the boxes. Write a definition sheet of the words to be read aloud to cover the board.

Identifying medical terms

I will identify medical terms and use them correctly.

Med Terms/Mrs. Jordan

Draw and label a skeleton to the best of your ability. It doesn’t have to be perfect, but does need to be readable.

Body Recognition

I will identify the parts of a skeleton correctly.

Microsoft/Mrs. Jordan

Write down the steps on how to copy and paste information from one spot to another in Microsoft Word.

Algorithm

Create an algorithm to copy and paste in Microsoft