Learning Goal: Students will understand the causes, course and consequences of the American Revolutionary War (War of Independence) from 1776-1783. Here is the schedule for the last week before winter break, December 17-20, 2018. Tues-Thurs, December 18-20 Tues: 2 & 3 periods Wed: 4 & 5 Thurs: 6 & 7 *Early release at 1:50. 1. NHD Presentation Categories: Tell the teacher which one you selected. 2. Hamilton: "What Comes Next?" and "Non-Stop" 3. Work on NHD Project: find primary sources that support your thesis/impact. Read the directions for your presentation category. 4. Extra Credit: Edible History Monday, December 17 All periods: 1. NHD Presentation Categories: Tell the teacher which one you selected. 2. Passport Unit 6 Forming Our Government: Beginning Checkpoint 3. The Articles of Confederation #2 (will go into your 2nd Semester folder in January)
5. Hamilton: "What Comes Next?" and "Non-Stop" 1st period only: 1. Work on NHD Project 2. Extra Credit: Edible History
Extra Credit: Edible History Make an edible example of something that we have learned about in history class so far this year. It can be a cookie, cake, brownie, Rice Crispies treat, or other tasty dish that you decorate. Examples:
***Community Service: 12 or more hours are due by Monday, December 17, 2018.*** Check out www.dressember.org ***The 2nd Quarter Exam will be on Thurs/Fri, December 13 & 14. Here is the study guide! Holiday Spirit Week: Monday - Holiday Colors (dress in traditional winter holiday colors) Tuesday - Holiday Headwear (santa hats, festive hats, etc) Wednesday - Winter Wonderland (white, blue, and silver winter apparel--or DO YOU WANNA BE A SNOWMAN... or snowwoman?) Thursday - Festive Socks (most outrageous and festive holiday themed socks) Friday - Ugly Holiday Sweaters Thurs/Fri, December 13 & 14 1. DBQ "Valley Forge: Would You Have Quit?" G. Rainbow highlight your essay before turning it in. #38 2. Second Quarter county exam on EdInsight 3. Passport Unit 6 Forming Our Government: Beginning Checkpoint 4. The Articles of Confederation #2 (will go into your 2nd Semester folder in January)
6. Hamilton: "What Comes Next?" and "Non-Stop" Tues/Wed, December 11 & 12 1. HW Due: NHD Thesis. Proofread and revise as needed before turning in.
2. NHD Presentation categories overview. Decide which category you are going to do. Due by Monday, 12/17 3. DBQ "Valley Forge: Would You Have Quit?" #38 F. Write the essay in class. You cannot have the Docs out when you write, but you can use your Doc Analysis sheets and the essay scaffolding (see below.) G. Rainbow highlight your essay before turning it in. Mon, December 10 HW: NHD Thesis . The rough draft of your thesis is due Tues/Wed, 12/11 & 12 1. DBQ "Valley Forge: Would You Have Quit?" F. Write the essay in class. You cannot have the Docs out when you write, but you can use your Doc Analysis sheets and the essay scaffolding (see below.) Thurs/Fri, December 6 & 7 HW: NHD Thesis . The rough draft of your thesis is due Tues/Wed, 12/11 & 12 1. Study for the Test on Unit 5 Revolutionary War 2. DBQ "Valley Forge: Would You Have Quit?" C. finish Document Analysis #36 D. Buckets, part 2 E. Decide if you are quitting or staying and pick the best evidence to support your position F. You will write the essay in class on Monday. You cannot have the Docs out when you write, so make sure your analysis sheets are complete! Tues/Wed, December 4 & 5 *** Study for the Test on Unit 5 Revolutionary War on Thursday/Friday 1. Passport Unit 5 checkpoint 3. 2. NHD: Thesis overview. The rough draft of your thesis is due Tues/Wed, 12/11 & 12 3. DBQ "Valley Forge: Would You Have Quit?" C. Document Analysis #36 D. Buckets 3. DBQ "Valley Forge: Would You Have Quit?" B. Background Essay. #35 (Due today) C. start Document Analysis #36 D. Buckets Thurs/Fri, November 29 & 30 ***HW: Finish the DBQ Background Essay Summary. Due Monday! ***NHD Research: Historical Context and Timeline Due Monday, Dec. 3, 2018. Read the information in the NHD Research tab above. 1. Capture the Flag: Revolutionary War Style. We'll be outside most of the period reenacting the American Revolutionary War through a game of capture the flag. If you are absent, read the lesson directions to get an idea of what you missed. Tues/Wed, November 27 & 28 ***We'll be running around outside on Thursday/Friday. Dress appropriately for the weather and running. ***HW: Finish the DBQ Background Essay Summary. Due Monday! ***NHD Research: Historical Context and Timeline Due Monday, Dec. 3, 2018. Read the information in the NHD Research tab above. ***Turn in Revolutionary War Summaries #33 1. Passport Unit 5 central questions 2. finish Video: Revolution. #34 (episode 2 of America: The Story of Us) You can watch the video on Amazon Prime or through the Youtube link below. 5. What were some of the innovative ways Americans fought disease during the Revolution? 6. Describe Washington’s spy network. 7. Describe at least 2 major reasons the Americans won the Revolutionary War? 3. DBQ "Valley Forge: Would You Have Quit?" A. Hook B. Background Essay. #35 As you read, highlight the text.
•When is it? •Where are you? •Why are you there? •Who are you? •What are conditions like? •What decision are you facing? ***HW: Finish the DBQ Background Essay Summary. Due Monday! Mon, November 26 1. Passport Unit 5 checkpoint 2 2. Video: Revolution. #34 (episode 2 of America: The Story of Us) You can watch the video on Amazon Prime or through the Youtube link below. 1. What advantages did the British have over the Americans during the Revolutionary War? 2. Who was Daniel Morgan, and what role did he play in the American Revolution? 3. How did change in the construction of guns help the Americans during the Revolutionary War? 4. Why was it important for the Americans to win the support of France during the Revolution? 5. What were some of the innovative ways Americans fought disease during the Revolution? Mon-Fri, November 19-23: Thanksgiving Break Thurs/Fri, November 15 & 16 1. History Passport Unit 5, 1st checkpoint 2. NHD Research: Historical Context and Timeline Due Monday, Dec. 3, 2018. Read the information in the NHD Research tab above. 3. NHD Topic Selection. Finish conference with teacher. Use a sticky note to post your topic on the wall. 4. Revolutionary War Summaries #33 Start this assignment and finish it in class on Thurs/Fri. 5. Work on your NHD project for the remainder of the period. Tues/Wed, November 13 & 14
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AuthorMs. Day is a U.S. History teacher at Milwee Middle. She loves the Florida Gators, social studies, historical fiction novels, Hamilton, Disney,Harry Potter, kitties, and, most of all, students who try their best. Archives
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