6A/6B Math:
1. Make sure that the homework assigned yesterday is finished for Monday.
2. Go outside and play.
Friday, April 29, 2011
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Homework 4/28
6B Science:
1. Finish "Divisions of the Nervous System" packet, if not done in class (about 5 people).
2. Complete both sides of worksheet (Similarities/Differences between the brain and common objects; Brain Rhyme Time).
6A Science:
On the worksheet handed out in class, describe the path of a nerve impulse using an example (remember the example that we talked about in class of the phone ringing).
6A/6B Math:
1. Lines, Line Segments, and Rays
Practice Workbook pages 115-116
2. MCAS Packet # 1-6 (6B); # 7-9 (6A)
1. Finish "Divisions of the Nervous System" packet, if not done in class (about 5 people).
2. Complete both sides of worksheet (Similarities/Differences between the brain and common objects; Brain Rhyme Time).
6A Science:
On the worksheet handed out in class, describe the path of a nerve impulse using an example (remember the example that we talked about in class of the phone ringing).
6A/6B Math:
1. Lines, Line Segments, and Rays
Practice Workbook pages 115-116
2. MCAS Packet # 1-6 (6B); # 7-9 (6A)
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Homework 4/27
6A Math:
2009 MCAS Packet # 1 - 6
6B Math:
2010 MCAS Packet # 18 - 21
(You already have this packet from before the vacation; we are just completing the remaining questions.)
2009 MCAS Packet # 1 - 6
6B Math:
2010 MCAS Packet # 18 - 21
(You already have this packet from before the vacation; we are just completing the remaining questions.)
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Homework 4/26
Return art fair field trip form for tomorrow!!!!
6A/6B Math:
Study for the measurement test tomorrow!
Optional textbook questions: page 520 #1-30 (6A)
page 518-519 #1-22, 24-30 (6B)
News:
Muscle/Skeletal/Nervous system test moved to Tuesday, May 3!
6A/6B Math:
Study for the measurement test tomorrow!
Optional textbook questions: page 520 #1-30 (6A)
page 518-519 #1-22, 24-30 (6B)
News:
Muscle/Skeletal/Nervous system test moved to Tuesday, May 3!
Monday, April 25, 2011
Welcome back!
Welcome back to everyone! It was wonderful to see all of you, smiling and well rested. It hardly seems like we are into fourth quarter already, but we are.
Homework:
1. Report cards signed!!!
6B Science:
Describe, in detail, using diagrams and sentences, the path of a nerve impulse. Think back to the example with the telephone ringing. Where does the nerve impulse start? Where does it go? What does your brain decide to do? Where does it send the response?
6A/6B Math:
Surface Area of a Rectangular Prism
Practice Workbook pages 141-142
Homework:
1. Report cards signed!!!
6B Science:
Describe, in detail, using diagrams and sentences, the path of a nerve impulse. Think back to the example with the telephone ringing. Where does the nerve impulse start? Where does it go? What does your brain decide to do? Where does it send the response?
6A/6B Math:
Surface Area of a Rectangular Prism
Practice Workbook pages 141-142
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Bob's Blog is Up and Running!
Hello everyone! I helped Bob create his blog today. He told me that he would love it if you visited it. Here is his blog site:
http://bobfromsomerville.blogspot.com/
Have a great vacation and see you back in school on Monday, April 25th!
http://bobfromsomerville.blogspot.com/
Have a great vacation and see you back in school on Monday, April 25th!
Friday, April 15, 2011
Have a Great Vacation!
I just wanted to say that the chorus did a fabulous job yesterday at the Heritage Night celebration. I especially enjoyed your performance of Halo.
There is no homework for the vacation. Have fun, and go outside to play!
Bob Gilbert's blog will be going online tomorrow. (Yes, Bob has acquired a last name: Gilbert.)
Until then, if you are looking for something fun to do, try your hand at three-dimensional tic-tac-toe. (See the math links section of this blog.)
There is no homework for the vacation. Have fun, and go outside to play!
Bob Gilbert's blog will be going online tomorrow. (Yes, Bob has acquired a last name: Gilbert.)
Until then, if you are looking for something fun to do, try your hand at three-dimensional tic-tac-toe. (See the math links section of this blog.)
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Please welcome Bob to the family!
Our Day of Pink mascot has officially, and very appropriately, been given a name by his creator.
His name is Bob. Let's all welcome Bob to our grade 6 family!
His name is Bob. Let's all welcome Bob to our grade 6 family!
Join Bob next week as he travels the Boston area on his April vacation. He will be creating his own blog this weekend and then posting about his adventures regularly. I challenge you to figure out where he goes each day based on his blog and his photographs.
Homework 4/14
6A Math:
MCAS Packet #18-21 (This should finish off the packet.)
6B Math:
Nets of Polyhedra (3D Shapes)
1. Practice Workbook page 139
2. MCAS Packet #12-17
Last day before April vacation!
MCAS Packet #18-21 (This should finish off the packet.)
6B Math:
Nets of Polyhedra (3D Shapes)
1. Practice Workbook page 139
2. MCAS Packet #12-17
Last day before April vacation!
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Day of Pink!
Thank you to those who wore pink today to show their support against bullying! We had a very pink class, with pink clothing and ribbons to match. I hope that you will continue to stand up against bullying and let everyone know that it is not okay.
Special thanks to Kelley who made us a wonderful mascot.
He still needs a name. Any suggestions?
Special thanks to Kelley who made us a wonderful mascot.
He still needs a name. Any suggestions?
Homework 4/13
6A Math:
3D Solids - Faces, Edges, Vertices
1. Practice A sheet
2. MCAS Packet #12-17
6A Science:
1. Write sentences for and draw a colored picture for the 2 new vocabulary words (stimulus, response).
2. Answer 3 questions on the Polygraph Test (sheet).
6B Math:
3D Solids - Faces, Edges, Vertices
1. Practice A sheet #1-11
2. MCAS Packet #6-11
6B Science:
1. Answer 3 questions on the Polygraph Test (sheet).
Check out the new math links on the right!
3D Solids - Faces, Edges, Vertices
1. Practice A sheet
2. MCAS Packet #12-17
6A Science:
1. Write sentences for and draw a colored picture for the 2 new vocabulary words (stimulus, response).
2. Answer 3 questions on the Polygraph Test (sheet).
6B Math:
3D Solids - Faces, Edges, Vertices
1. Practice A sheet #1-11
2. MCAS Packet #6-11
6B Science:
1. Answer 3 questions on the Polygraph Test (sheet).
Check out the new math links on the right!
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Homework 4/12
6A Math:
1. Characteristics of Three-Dimensional Solids
Practice Workbook pages 139
2. MCAS Packet #6-10
6B Math:
MCAS Packet #1-5
6A/6B Science:
Complete and color worksheet handed out in class about the functions of the brain and your sensory systems.
(Titled: Side 1 - Nervous System at Work; Side 2 - Your Sensory Systems)
Wear pink tomorrow to show your support against bullying and discrimination!
1. Characteristics of Three-Dimensional Solids
Practice Workbook pages 139
2. MCAS Packet #6-10
6B Math:
MCAS Packet #1-5
6A/6B Science:
Complete and color worksheet handed out in class about the functions of the brain and your sensory systems.
(Titled: Side 1 - Nervous System at Work; Side 2 - Your Sensory Systems)
Wear pink tomorrow to show your support against bullying and discrimination!
Monday, April 11, 2011
Day of Pink Wednesday, April 13th!
April 13th, 2011
What will YOU be wearing?
"Have you ever seen a friend hurt because of discrimination? Have you been hurt yourself? Discrimination comes in many forms including racism, sexism, homophobia, agism and anti-semitism just to name a few. These social diseases create barriers, bullying, harassment, hate and violence. No one should have to experience the negativity created by discrimination. DayofPink is more than just a symbol of a shared belief in celebrating diversity - it's also a commitment to being open minded, accepting differences and learning to respect each other."In the name of a very important cause, let's wear pink on Wednesday and show that we care about how people are treated. Spread the word to those who may not read the blog... Let's see if we can get the whole 6th grade involved.
Homework 4/11
6A Math:
Questions 1-5 in the MCAS packet.
6B Math:
Area of a Circle
1. MCAS open-response question 27.
2. Practice Workbook page 137 #1-11.
6B Science:
Complete sentences for 2 new vocabulary words and draw and color pictures to accompany each word.
1. stimulus (plural: stimuli)
2. response
Questions 1-5 in the MCAS packet.
6B Math:
Area of a Circle
1. MCAS open-response question 27.
2. Practice Workbook page 137 #1-11.
6B Science:
Complete sentences for 2 new vocabulary words and draw and color pictures to accompany each word.
1. stimulus (plural: stimuli)
2. response
Friday, April 8, 2011
Homework 4/8
6A Math:
Area of a Circle
1. MCAS open-response question #27
2. Practice Workbook page 137 #1-11
6A Science:
Answer all questions on the skeletal and muscular systems' review page.
6B Math:
Circumference of a Circle
Practice Workbook page 136 #12, 13, 15, 16
Hope you have a chance to get outside this weekend. It is supposed to be beautiful!
Congratulations to the Red Sox who won their first game today!! Go Sox!
(Sorry to those few Yankee fans...)
Area of a Circle
1. MCAS open-response question #27
2. Practice Workbook page 137 #1-11
6A Science:
Answer all questions on the skeletal and muscular systems' review page.
6B Math:
Circumference of a Circle
Practice Workbook page 136 #12, 13, 15, 16
Hope you have a chance to get outside this weekend. It is supposed to be beautiful!
Congratulations to the Red Sox who won their first game today!! Go Sox!
(Sorry to those few Yankee fans...)
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Homework 4/7
6A/6B Math:
Circumference of a Circle
Practice Workbook page 135 #1-8 and 136 #14
6A Science:
1. Finish "Your Muscles" worksheet, both sides.
2. Write draw a picture, color, and write your sentence for the 4 vocabulary words.
(joint, muscle, voluntary, involuntary)
6B Science:
1. Finish "Your Muscles" worksheet, both sides.
2. Answer questions on the skeletal & muscular system review worksheet.
Circumference of a Circle
Practice Workbook page 135 #1-8 and 136 #14
6A Science:
1. Finish "Your Muscles" worksheet, both sides.
2. Write draw a picture, color, and write your sentence for the 4 vocabulary words.
(joint, muscle, voluntary, involuntary)
6B Science:
1. Finish "Your Muscles" worksheet, both sides.
2. Answer questions on the skeletal & muscular system review worksheet.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Homework 4/6
6A/6B Math:
Areas of Parallelograms and Triangles
Practice Workbook pages 131 and 133
Get math test signed and return to school tomorrow!
Areas of Parallelograms and Triangles
Practice Workbook pages 131 and 133
Get math test signed and return to school tomorrow!
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Homework 4/5
6A/6B Science:
Prepare answers for the 4 questions which will be on your quiz tomorrow.
1. Why do we need bones?
2. How and where are bones and muscles connected to each other?
3. How do our muscles work to help us move?
4. What kind of muscles do we have?
Don't forget: early release tomorrow!
Prepare answers for the 4 questions which will be on your quiz tomorrow.
1. Why do we need bones?
2. How and where are bones and muscles connected to each other?
3. How do our muscles work to help us move?
4. What kind of muscles do we have?
Don't forget: early release tomorrow!
Monday, April 4, 2011
Homework 4/4
Skeletal & Muscular Systems' Quiz changed to Wednesday!
6A/6B Math:
Area and Perimeter
MCAS open-response question # 9
6A Science:
Optional: Prepare your answers for the four questions that will appear on the quiz.
6B Science:
Pairs of Skeletal Muscles Worksheet - both sides
6A/6B Math:
Area and Perimeter
MCAS open-response question # 9
6A Science:
Optional: Prepare your answers for the four questions that will appear on the quiz.
6B Science:
Pairs of Skeletal Muscles Worksheet - both sides
Friday, April 1, 2011
Try a Virtual Knee Surgery!
Thank you to Darrein, who brought to this great website to my attention. You can try your hand at being a surgeon, through a variety of virtual surgeries, including knee surgery, hip replacement, and brain surgery. I quite enjoyed doing a knee surgery, and I think I may have to operate on the brain before the weekend is through.
Virtual Surgery
Virtual Surgery
Homework 4/1
6A Science:
1. Finish the questions and wordsearch in the muscular system packet started in class.
2. Worksheet - Pairs of Skeletal Muscles & The Way Muscles Work
6B Science:
Finish the questions in the muscular system packet started in class.
We had a fabulous time in the science lab working with microscopes. Here is a picture of some human cheek cells, which the students were looking at.
Picture Source: http://www.sciencephoto.com/images/download_wm_image.html/C0051273-Squamous_epithelium_from_human_cheek_cell-SPL.jpg%3Fid%3D670051273
We also looked at human blood cells that were healthy, as well as a sample with sickle-cell anemia. Can you tell which picture is which?
Left Picture Source: http://sciweb.henryford.cc.mi.us/biology/jacobs/bio131/cells/images/humanblood40.jpg
Right Picture Source: http://www.microscopyu.com/staticgallery/pathology/images/sicklecellanemia40x02.jpg
1. Finish the questions and wordsearch in the muscular system packet started in class.
2. Worksheet - Pairs of Skeletal Muscles & The Way Muscles Work
6B Science:
Finish the questions in the muscular system packet started in class.
We had a fabulous time in the science lab working with microscopes. Here is a picture of some human cheek cells, which the students were looking at.
We also looked at human blood cells that were healthy, as well as a sample with sickle-cell anemia. Can you tell which picture is which?
Right Picture Source: http://www.microscopyu.com/staticgallery/pathology/images/sicklecellanemia40x02.jpg
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