REMINDER: Social Studies Exam Review: Wednesday, May 14th - 9:00 - 10:00am
Please review and bring along your chapter 6 "Regional Geography of North America" & chapter 7 "The Native Peoples of Canada" summary notes to the exam review.
For the exam, you will be allowed ONE DOUBLE-SIDED 8 X 11 (regular sized paper) PAGE OF NOTES. (If you would prefer two single-sided pages, that is okay too!)
Your exam will be completely based on the readings and will not include any of the current events material.
Grade 8 & 9 Term 3 Exam Review Schedule:
Instead of asking the students to come in for two separate days for exam reviews, Mrs. Burnham and I will be doing our grade 8 and 9 exam reviews on Wednesday, May 14th from 9 – 1:30pm.
The schedule will be as follows:
9am – 10am: Grade 8 Math / Grade 9 Socials
10am – 11am: Grade 9 Math / Grade 8 Socials
11:00 – 11:30am: NUTRITION BREAK AND RECESS
11:30 – 12:30: Grade 8 Science / Grade 9 PE activities
12:30 – 1:30pm: Grade 9 Science / Grade 8 PE activities
1:30 - 2:00pm: Grade 8 / 9 Student Social Studies Fair Presentations in Mr. Main's Room ***This is only for students who weren't able to present at the Social Studies Fair.***
Please pack a snack and lunch and wear athletic shoes and clothing for the PE activities.
Most students should be ready to be picked up anytime after 1:30pm.
Here are the Final Exam Dates:
Tuesday, May 20, 9-11am – Gr 8/9 Math & Socials
Thursday, May 22, 9 – 10am – Gr 8/9 Science
For the exam, you will be allowed ONE DOUBLE-SIDED 8 X 11 (regular sized paper) PAGE OF NOTES. (If you would prefer two single-sided pages, that is okay too!)
Your exam will be completely based on the readings and will not include any of the current events material.
Grade 8 & 9 Term 3 Exam Review Schedule:
Instead of asking the students to come in for two separate days for exam reviews, Mrs. Burnham and I will be doing our grade 8 and 9 exam reviews on Wednesday, May 14th from 9 – 1:30pm.
The schedule will be as follows:
9am – 10am: Grade 8 Math / Grade 9 Socials
10am – 11am: Grade 9 Math / Grade 8 Socials
11:00 – 11:30am: NUTRITION BREAK AND RECESS
11:30 – 12:30: Grade 8 Science / Grade 9 PE activities
12:30 – 1:30pm: Grade 9 Science / Grade 8 PE activities
1:30 - 2:00pm: Grade 8 / 9 Student Social Studies Fair Presentations in Mr. Main's Room ***This is only for students who weren't able to present at the Social Studies Fair.***
Please pack a snack and lunch and wear athletic shoes and clothing for the PE activities.
Most students should be ready to be picked up anytime after 1:30pm.
Here are the Final Exam Dates:
Tuesday, May 20, 9-11am – Gr 8/9 Math & Socials
Thursday, May 22, 9 – 10am – Gr 8/9 Science
Approved Topics for Social Studies Fair:
World Recall Project: Jena
Greek Gods: James & Erik (G8)
Ancient Egyptian Culture: Hanna
Battle of Normandy: Brad & Phil
Prehistoric Man: Gerhardt
Iranian Hostage Crisis: Matthew A
Jack the Ripper: Emily Y
Aztecs v. Modern Society: Travis
Ark of the Covenant: Luke
Swiss Guard: Christian N
American Civil War: Emily L
Pompeii: Vanessa
Witch Hunts: Michael
Family lineage: Karis
Greek Gods: James & Erik (G8)
Ancient Egyptian Culture: Hanna
Battle of Normandy: Brad & Phil
Prehistoric Man: Gerhardt
Iranian Hostage Crisis: Matthew A
Jack the Ripper: Emily Y
Aztecs v. Modern Society: Travis
Ark of the Covenant: Luke
Swiss Guard: Christian N
American Civil War: Emily L
Pompeii: Vanessa
Witch Hunts: Michael
Family lineage: Karis
Term 3 - Week #5 - Homework: Monday, April 14th, 2014
Great discussion and class today. Thanks for your active participation!
*IF YOU HAVE NOT EMAILED ME YOUR SOCIAL STUDIES FAIR PROJECT OUTLINE, PLEASE EMAIL IT TO ME BEFORE THE END OF THE DAY*
*IF YOU HAVE NOT EMAILED ME YOUR SOCIAL STUDIES FAIR PROJECT OUTLINE, PLEASE EMAIL IT TO ME BEFORE THE END OF THE DAY*
- Please read pages 181 - 195 and take summary notes.
- Watch the Videos on Canada's First Nation and take summary notes.
- Complete your Blog Response Question. (Remember you need at least 4 Blog Responses this term.)
Term 3 - Week #4 - Homework: Monday, April 7th, 2014
THERE IS A BLOG POST QUESTION THIS WEEK. Please post your blog comments before the 11:59pm deadline on Sunday, April 13th.
THERE ARE NO ONLINE CLASSES OR READINGS THIS WEEK, so please use your time to work on your Social Studies Fair Projects.
**REMINDER: Presentation Outline is due before: FRIDAY, APRIL 11th @ 9am.**
WHEN ARE THE OTHER DUE DATES? Here are the upcoming due dates to help keep you on track.
Presentation Outline Deadline: Friday, April 11 at 9am
Presentation Overview Deadline: Friday, April 25 at 9am
Social Studies Fair Presentation: Monday, May 5 from 11 – 1pm at Lochiel.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A PRESENTATION OUTLINE and a PRESENTATION OVERVIEW?
THERE ARE NO ONLINE CLASSES OR READINGS THIS WEEK, so please use your time to work on your Social Studies Fair Projects.
**REMINDER: Presentation Outline is due before: FRIDAY, APRIL 11th @ 9am.**
WHEN ARE THE OTHER DUE DATES? Here are the upcoming due dates to help keep you on track.
Presentation Outline Deadline: Friday, April 11 at 9am
Presentation Overview Deadline: Friday, April 25 at 9am
Social Studies Fair Presentation: Monday, May 5 from 11 – 1pm at Lochiel.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A PRESENTATION OUTLINE and a PRESENTATION OVERVIEW?
- Your presentation outline should be a point form list of the questions you plan to ask, and the information you plan to research about your topic.
- Your presentation overview should be a detailed list of the questions you answered, the information you researched and a list of sources you used while preparing for your presentation.
Term 3 - Week #3 Homework - March 31st, 2014
Your Aunt from Europe wants to come visit North America. She wants to visit 2 cities that are very different in their climate, vegetation and topography. She has asked you to choose the cities for her.
Create a one page comparison between 2 cities in Canada or the USA and make sure your comparison includes:
...also include at least 3 of the following:
Email your ONE PAGE comparison to: [email protected] before 11:59pm Sunday, April 6th, 2014. (This will be considered as one of your blog posts, but is NOT optional.)
Create a one page comparison between 2 cities in Canada or the USA and make sure your comparison includes:
- Geographical region
- Local Topography
- Local Vegetation
- Local Climate
...also include at least 3 of the following:
- City population
- Major industry
- Major attractions
- Best month to visit
- Famous natural sites
Email your ONE PAGE comparison to: [email protected] before 11:59pm Sunday, April 6th, 2014. (This will be considered as one of your blog posts, but is NOT optional.)
Term 3 - Week 2 Homework: March 10th, 2014
- Send me your Social Studies Fair Topic to be approved before the Friday, March 14th @ 9am Deadline.
- Please read pages 164 - 180 in your textbook and take summarizing notes
- Complete Blog Post #2.
- Watch the "Wings over Canada" video, take notes on your observations and answer the following questions: ** THESE ARE THE SAME 2 QUESTIONS WE WEREN'T ABLE TO ANSWER IN CLASS. YOU CAN FIND THE VIDEO POSTED IN YOUR WEEK#1 HOMEWORK.**
- Which regions of Canada are not mentioned in the video.
- Choose a landmark from the regions shown in the video and come to class prepared to tell the class about its highlights.
Term 3 - week 1 Homework: March 3rd, 2014
- Read pages 158 - 163 in your Crossroads textbook and take Summarizing Notes.
- Complete your Term 3 - Week 1 Blog Post.
- Watch the following videos, take notes and come to class prepared to answer the following question based on the "Wings over Canada" video:
- Which regions of Canada are not mentioned in the video.
- Choose a landmark from the regions shown in the video and come to class prepared to tell the class about its highlights.
Plate Tectonics Explained:
Wings over Canada Video:
Social Studies Fair Project | |
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Social Studies 9 Online Classroom Web Link:
Here is the link to the online class:
https://sas.elluminate.com/m.jnlp?sid=7345&password=M.E8CA1A804893D60EEBC5B314837F53
https://sas.elluminate.com/m.jnlp?sid=7345&password=M.E8CA1A804893D60EEBC5B314837F53
Social Studies 9 Class Outline:
social studies 9 class outline 2013 - 14 | |
File Size: | 145 kb |
File Type: | doc |
Homework:
Week 1 - September 23/13
1) Read pages 26 - 48 of your Crossroads Social Studies textbook and take summarizing notes.
2) Send me a 100 word biography about yourself. Please email it to: [email protected]
2) Send me a 100 word biography about yourself. Please email it to: [email protected]
Week 2 - September 30/13
1) Read pages 56 - 71 of your Crossroads Social Studies textbook and take summarizing notes.
2) Respond to the Week #2 Blog Response Question. (Remember you need a minimum of 3 blog responses this term)
2) Respond to the Week #2 Blog Response Question. (Remember you need a minimum of 3 blog responses this term)
Videos from Week #2 Online classes:
Week 3 - October 7/13
1) Read pages 72 - 85 of your Crossroads Social Studies textbook and take summarizing notes.
2) Respond to the Week #3 Blog Response Question. (Remember you need a minimum of 3 blog responses this term)
3) Look over and begin planning for your Remembrance Day Assembly Presentation project. (Consider what you would like to present and who you would like to present with.)
2) Respond to the Week #3 Blog Response Question. (Remember you need a minimum of 3 blog responses this term)
3) Look over and begin planning for your Remembrance Day Assembly Presentation project. (Consider what you would like to present and who you would like to present with.)
remembrance day assembly presentation project | |
File Size: | 42 kb |
File Type: | docx |
Videos from Week #3 Online Classes:
Homework: Week 5 - October 21, 2013
1) Read pages 89 - 103 of your Crossroads Social Studies textbook and take summarizing notes.
2) Respond to the Week #5 Blog Response Question. (Remember you need a minimum of 3 blog responses this term)
3) Email Mr. Main ([email protected]) your Remembrance Day Assembly Presentation project Outline. (All outlines are
due FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25th.)
2) Respond to the Week #5 Blog Response Question. (Remember you need a minimum of 3 blog responses this term)
3) Email Mr. Main ([email protected]) your Remembrance Day Assembly Presentation project Outline. (All outlines are
due FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25th.)
French Revolution.ppt | |
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File Type: | ppt |
Homework: Week 6 - October 28th, 2013...
a) Please spend some time looking around the Veterans Affairs website, looking at different activities available under the REMEMBRANCE tab. (www.veterans.gc.ca)
b) Please prepare and be ready to present your Remembrance Day Assembly Project for next week. Any Photos, Power Points or Videos need to be emailed to: [email protected] by FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1st.
c) PLEASE REMEMBER, THERE ARE NO GRADE 8 OR 9 ONLINE CLASSES NEXT WEEK, PLEASE COME TO THE SCHOOL FOR YOUR MATH AND SOCIAL STUDIES CLASSES. Bring a lunch and a snack, School will run from 9am - 1pm.
b) Please prepare and be ready to present your Remembrance Day Assembly Project for next week. Any Photos, Power Points or Videos need to be emailed to: [email protected] by FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1st.
c) PLEASE REMEMBER, THERE ARE NO GRADE 8 OR 9 ONLINE CLASSES NEXT WEEK, PLEASE COME TO THE SCHOOL FOR YOUR MATH AND SOCIAL STUDIES CLASSES. Bring a lunch and a snack, School will run from 9am - 1pm.
Homework: Week 7 - November 4th, 2013...
Please review your summary notes in preparation for our Social Studies Exam review on Tuesday, November 12th.
Remembrance Day Assembly: A HUGE THANK YOU!
I just wanted to tell you all how proud I am of each of you for your hard work and dedication to making our Remembrance Day Assembly a success. You each brought your own individuality to your projects and you can't believe how many parents and teachers told me they were very impressed with your presentations. Thank you for being respectful of Remembrance Day and honouring the people your stories were about. Excellent job everyone! (I will get some photos from Mr. Sangha and hopefully post them later this week.)
Grade 9 Term 1 Social Studies Exam details! (Exam date is November 19th 9am)
Your exam will be based on your assigned readings and the videos and Power Points from class.
*PLEASE BRING YOUR SUMMARY NOTES WITH YOU TO THE EXAM, AS YOU WILL BE ABLE TO USE THEM!*
Part A: The Fight for Democracy and the English Civil War
5 Multiple Choice / 3 Short Answer Questions
Part B: Revolution in France
5 Multiple Choice / 3 Short Answer Questions
Part C: Remembrance Unit
3 Multiple Choice / 2 Short Answer Questions
Part D: Show what you know
Paragraph answer questions
The total score is out of 35 marks
**IF YOU MISSED THE REVIEW SESSION, PLEASE CONTACT A CLASSMATE FOR THE DETAILS**
*PLEASE BRING YOUR SUMMARY NOTES WITH YOU TO THE EXAM, AS YOU WILL BE ABLE TO USE THEM!*
Part A: The Fight for Democracy and the English Civil War
5 Multiple Choice / 3 Short Answer Questions
Part B: Revolution in France
5 Multiple Choice / 3 Short Answer Questions
Part C: Remembrance Unit
3 Multiple Choice / 2 Short Answer Questions
Part D: Show what you know
Paragraph answer questions
The total score is out of 35 marks
**IF YOU MISSED THE REVIEW SESSION, PLEASE CONTACT A CLASSMATE FOR THE DETAILS**
TERM 2: December 2, 2013 - February 7, 2014
Homework - Week 1: December 2nd, 2013
- Please read pages 88- 101 of your textbook and take summarizing notes.
- Watch the video on Napoleon Bonaparte (below) and take summarizing notes.
- Complete your Blog Response #1 (Listed under Blog Responses Tab) ***REMEMBER: the deadline for you blog post is 11:59pm Sunday, December 8th.***
- Take a look at the details of your Horrible Histories Video Project and begin planning. (The word doc is posted below.)
Horrible Histories Video Project | |
File Size: | 142 kb |
File Type: | docx |
taking notes power point | |
File Size: | 2748 kb |
File Type: | pptx |
Horrible Histories Video Topics:
- Luke & Travis: Napoleon Bonaparte
- Phil & Bradley: American Revolution
- Christian: Oda Nobunaga
- Gerhardt: Leonardo Da Vinci
- Liam: William Shakespeare
- Matthew & James: Napoleon's invasion of Russia
- Jena & Hanna: Pocahantas
- Karis & Vanessa: King Henry VIII
- Emily: Laura Secord
- Michael: Canadian Confederation
- Liam: Shakespeare
- Makenna & Enya: Peter Niers
Homework: Week 2 - December 9, 2013
- Please read pages: 102 - 122 & take summarizing notes
- Answer Blog Post #2: Remember you need to do 4 Blog Posts this term. (Deadline is Sunday, December 15th, 11:59pm)
- If you haven't please look over the Horrible Histories Video Project details and start to get yourself organized. You need to have your TOPIC cleared, before Noon on Friday, December 20th. Please double-check above to see what other people are doing, and send me your topic via email at: [email protected]
All you need to know about Napoleon Bonaparte Video:
Homework: Term 2 - Week 3: December 16, 2013
- Please watch the following 2 videos on Napoleon's Invasion or Russia and the Battle of Waterloo and take summary notes
- Please remember that Friday, December 20th at noon, is the deadline for submitting your Topic for your Horrible Histories Video Project. I will be posting the approved topics on the website (just above the Term 2 - Week 2 Homework post), so please get your topics in sooner than later before someone else nabs your idea.
- HAVE A FANTASTIC HOLIDAY BREAK!!!!
Napoleon's invasion of Russia:
Battle of Waterloo:
Homework: Term 2 - Week 4 - January 6, 2014:
- Please read pages 123 - 139 in your Crossroads textbook and take summarizing notes
- **REMINDER: Deadline for your Project Outline is due Friday, January 10th at noon. Your summary should be a couple paragraphs to a page long and outline; a) who you are working with b) your topic c) the focus of your video d) the style of video e) a point form outline of how you plan to create your video**
- Please re-watch and take notes on the videos on Scripts and Storyboards to help you prepare for your video presentations.
- **NOTE: The online classes were not emailed this week, so here is a copy of the Power Point to help guide those of you who didn't take part in class** (You can access the file attachment below.)
How to plan for your Video Project Power Point | |
File Size: | 64 kb |
File Type: | pptx |
January 6, 2014: Videos for Online Classes
Homework: Term 2 - Week 5: January 13, 2014
- Please read pages 140 - 157 in your Crossroads textbook and take summarizing notes.
- Reply to Blog Response 3: (The blog question is posted under the blog responses tab.)
- **REMINDER: Deadline for your Video Project is due Monday, January 27th at noon. Please be organized and give yourself a chance to be successful by NOT waiting until the last minute to get started.**
Crash Course World History: The Industrial Revolution
Homework: Term 2 - Week 6: January 20, 2014
- Please reply to the Week 6 blog response.
- Please finish, save and email or bring me a copy of your video before the deadline at noon Monday, January 27th.
- You can either upload your movie to your YOUTUBE site and send me the link, (it will need to be public so that I can view it) or EMAIL me your finalized video.***IMPORTANT: PLEASE EMAIL ALL OF YOUR VIDEOS TO: [email protected] **(My regular email will block the videos as SPAM)
VIDEO TIPS:
- *If you are editing your movie in Windows Movie Maker, save 2 copies of your video one for display on a computer and one for email. This will allow you to send me a copy that should be able to be emailed and another better quality copy that we can view in class on February 3rd during our viewing party.*
- *If you are editing using iMovie, export your video in 360p to your photo stream, then email it from your photo stream to me.*
REMINDER:
- THERE WON'T BE ANY MORNING SOCIAL STUDIES ONLINE CLASSES NEXT WEEK. This should give you a last minute opportunity to upload or email me your videos.
- THERE WILL BE A TUTORIAL SESSION FROM 1 - 3pm.YOU CAN LOG ON TO ASK ME QUESTIONS OR GET CLARIFICATION ABOUT SOCIAL STUDIES THIS TERM.**
- Please make arrangements to be here for our final class, and our video viewing party on Monday, February 3rd. Here is the schedule for the day:
- 9 - 10am: G9 - Social Studies review session / G8 Math class
- 10 - 11am: G8 - Social studies review session / G9 Math class
- 11- 12:30 - G8/9 Lunch and Video Viewing Party
- 12:30 - 1pm: recess
- 1pm dismissal.
Background information from Student Video Presentations:
Biographical details and information | |
File Size: | 52 kb |
File Type: | docx |
What you need to need to know for your Social Studies Exam: (You can bring one sheet of regular 8 x 11 paper with as many notes as you can get on each side of the paper to the exam.)
- Napoleon's early & personal life
- Napoleon's military conquests & failures
- Napoleon's legacy
- Revolution in Haiti
- Egyptian Discoveries
- Key Inventions from the Industrial Revolution
- Laissez-Faire Policy
- Child Labour
- Textile Industry
- Key Factors to Industrial Revolution beginning in Great Britain