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                                          Grades 6-7                                                    

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Seventh Grade

Room 304 is a seventh grade homeroom and is used primarily for language arts and Spanish classes. In the language arts program, which includes reading, spelling, and English classes, there is a major emphasis on developing and strengthening the students' communication skills, both oral and written.  The students use novels and various genres of literature to increase the comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking abilities.  There is a strong focus on writing to incorporate the fundamentals of grammar with the development of a clear, effective writing style that will help students to communicate effectively across the curriculum. The Spanish program continues the acquisition of foreign language skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing that was begun in earlier grades.  Students use texts, workbooks and videos to build new Spanish vocabulary and they have many opportunities to practice the language both orally and in writing.  In addition to learning Spanish grammar and verb conjugations, the class also develops a knowledge and appreciation of the culture and customs of many Spanish-speaking countries and regions, and compares and contrasts foods, celebrations, and daily living activities with their own experiences in American culture.  Many of our students are able to begin their high school language course at the second year level.

Ginny DeFrank, Teacher, Seventh Grade

 

6A reading class with Mrs. Ward

 

The following novels will be read in class:

Number the Stars by Lois Lowry

The Westing  Game by Ellen Raskin

The Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson

Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech

The Giver by Lois Lowry

 Activities provided throughout the reading of these novels will measure comprehension and vocabulary development.  Short stories, poetry and non-fiction will be explored  using the Prentice Hall Literature book. 

 Book reports encourage reading and writing skills.  The format for these reports has been given to each student and must be followed.  Tentative dates for reports are as follows:

October 8

November 5

December 3

January 14

February 18

March 18

April 15

May 14

Book reports are to be typed and must be turned in on time.  Points will be deducted if it is late.  The book report rubric is to be signed and returned.  This counts as a partial homework grade (5%).

 

Spelling

 20 new words are assigned each week unless otherwise stated.  Students are responsible for completing the daily assignments and for keeping a neat, legible notebook.  Tests on the 20 words are given on Fridays. Students are to have spelling tests signed and returned.  This counts as a homework grade (5%). 

 

7th Grade Reading with Mrs. Ward

Tentatively, the following will be read this year.  Others may be added.

The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton

A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle

Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls

The Giver by Lois Lowry

Banner in the Sky by James Ramsey Ullman

Activities provided throughout the reading of these novels will measure comprehension and vocabulary development. Short stories, poetry and non-fiction will be explored using the Prentice Hall Literature book. 

 Book reports challenge reading and writing skills.

Students are given over a month to read a book and prepare a report.   Tentative dates are as follows:

October 22

November 19

December 17

January 21

February 25

March 24

May 6

 The students have the format for these reports.  Book reports must be typed and turned in on time.  Points will be deducted for late work. 

Spelling

10 new words are assigned each week unless otherwise stated.  Students are responsible for completing the daily assignments and for keeping a neat, legible notebook.  Tests on the 10 words are given on Fridays. Students are to have spelling tests signed and returned.  This counts as a homework grade (5%).