Friday, September 16, 2011

History/Bible Sept. 19-23

Monday - Notebook Checks! Scroll down for the listing of what order your papers should be in.
History: We will have a brief discussion covering Clovis and what we read about him and the Franks this past Friday. Then we will read, discuss and complete the comprehension packet "The Coming of the Teutons to England". If this is not finished in class, we will allow time in class on Tuesday.
Bible: "Elijah taken to Heaven" reading cards and worksheet.

Tuesday
History: Based upon all of our readings about the invading barbarian tribes, we will be tracking their movements around Europe using a large map. This will be a group project together in class.
Bible: Read II Kings 2 from our bibles, then complete the "Elijah/Heaven" crossword

Wednesday
History: Viking Reports, each student will be allowed to pick 3 topics covering the Vikings in order to create a report.
Bible: Complete work on crosswords, review of "Elijah/Heaven" lesson

Thursday
History: Viking Research Day. In the classroom I will provide you with books to research your Viking reports.
Bible: No bible, our class time will be dedicated to History.

Friday
History: Viking Research Day. We will be going to the library to use the computers for research. You will need to bring whatever notes you have already taken in class from our book references in order to continue your progress.
Bible: You will be creating an obituary for Elijah based upon all the information you know about his ministry and time here on earth.

Ms. B's Historical Tid-Bit...

Did you know, historically Viking's did not wear helmets with horns in battle? Horned helmets were occasionally worn for ceremonial purposes. If you can come to class on Monday and tell me this, I will reward you 5 Extra Credit points on your next test.