Mr.Tessier's eClassroom: January 2024

Science/Reading Comprehension - Leafcutter Ants—The World’s Smallest Recyclers

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Math - Calculating Millions - Word Problems

Building the Perfect Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder - Oral Comprehension

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Careers - When I Grow Up - Motion Capture Manager / Ice Cream Maker

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Language / Reading Comprehension - Theodate, the Different

Here is a link to the reading: Theodate, the Different

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Language - Reading Comprehension - John James Audubon

Here is the link for today's text: John James Audubon

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Language / Health - Self Reflection

Here is the link to the text - Self Reflection

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Language / Drama - Reading Comprehension - Making Movies

Here is a link to the article - Making Movies

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Language - Reading Comprehension - Body Language

Here is the link to the text - Body Language

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Measurement Word Problem Practice

Hello, Grade 6!

Today, I have posted a few word problems involving time and distance. Please complete the Google form below.

Remember:

1 Hour = 60 Minutes

1/2 Hour = 30 Minutes

1 Day = 24 Hours

Language - Reading Comprehension - The Bird

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Food for Thought

Link to the Article

Link to the Food Guide

Read the article linked above and take a look at the Canada Food Guide link.

Imagine that you own a restaurant and you need to create a menu. Think of a type of restaurant and a name for your restaurant. Create three menu items for your restaurant that follow the Canada food guidelines. Which types of food are included in each meal? Was it challenging to make sure it was a balanced and healthy meal?

Science -The Trebuchet

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Language / Reading Comprehension - The Streisand Effect

Here is a link to the reading: The Streisand Effect

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Language - Reading Comprehension - Marilyn Bell and her Historic Swim

Social Studies - Communities of the Past and Present - Canadian Heritage Videos - Part II

Hello Grade 6,

I have posted 13 Canadian Heritage videos. Your assignment is to watch three videos that you have not seen before from the list below and complete the Google form.

The videos are organized under subheadings. Remember to use capitals, punctuation and full sentences in your responses.

Thank you,

Mr. T

First Nations History

Kenojuak Ashevak - A founding member of Cape Dorset’s famed printmaking co-op, Kenojuak Ashevak introduced Inuit art to the world (1927-2013).

Inukshuk - An RCMP officer watches an Inuit family build the Northern landmark, a sign of human activity on the vast arctic landscape (1931).

Naskumituwin (Treaty) - The making of Treaty 9 from the perspective of historical witness George Spence, an 18-year-old Cree hunter from Albany, James Bay.

Chanie Wenjack - The story of Chanie "Charlie" Wenjack, whose death sparked the first inquest into the treatment of Indigenous children in Canadian residential schools.

Canadian Military History

Richard Pierpoint - At 68, a formerly enslaved Black Loyalist enlists men for the Coloured Corps, an instrumental company in the War of 1812.

Queenston Heights - Mohawk Chief John Norton and 80 Grand River warriors hold off American soldiers until reinforcements arrive and the Battle of Queenston Heights is won (1812).

Liberation of the Netherlands - Between 1944 and 1945, the Canadian Army was given the important yet deadly task of liberating the Netherlands.

D-Day - On June 6, 1944, Canadian Forces landed on Juno Beach.

Inventions / Innovations

Water Pump - Mennonite communities in Southwestern Ontario serve as inspiration in the design of tools and practices of sustainable development for developing countries (1980).

Nat Taylor - An enterprising Canadian cinema operator invents the modern multi-screen movie theatre (1972).

Sir Sandford Fleming – An engineer who planned three railways plays a pivotal role in the creation of Standard Time (1885).

Superman - Toronto cartoonist Joe Shuster describes the comic book hero he created (1931).

Marconi - Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi receives the first transatlantic radio message on Signal Hill in St. John's, Newfoundland (1901).

Patterning Questions

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Language - Writing - "Pitching" a Movie Idea

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Measuring Angles and Missing Angles in Triangles

Social Studies - Communities of the Past and Present - Journey to Canada: A Chinese Canadian Perspective

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Language - Reading Comprehension - How Writing Developed...

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Health - Mindfulness - The Present Moment

Math - Measuring Angles

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Social Studies - Communities of the Past and Present - The New School House

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Language - Koko - The Signing Gorilla - Reading Comprehension

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Language/Health - Reading Comprehension - Looking Into the Eye

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Language / Reading Comprehension - Henry Brown: The Unconventional Journey of a Courageous Soul

Here is the link to the reading passage: Henry Brown: The Unconventional Journey of a Courageous Soul

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Reading Comprehension/Social Studies - The Lincoln Memorial

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Language - Compare the Fairy Tales

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Link to the Text - Compare the Fairy Tales

Language / Social Studies - Reading Comprehension - A Tale of Two Countries

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Debate Articles - Perspectives

Hello, Grade 6!

I have posted three articles from TIME for Kids below. Each article is a debate topic. Your assignment is to read an article posted below and answer the Google form. Take some time to think about your opinion on the topic you are reading about. Did any of the perspectives (points of view) presented in the article make you change your mind? What type of argument would you have for the topic you chose? I look forward to reading your responses!

Topics:

Should Students Wear Uniforms?
"Many schools say uniforms make it easier for students to focus in class, and that uniforms promote inclusion. But some students think uniforms are uncomfortable, and that kids should have the freedom to express their personality through their clothing."

Is Social Media Good for Society?
"Students today have never lived in a world without social media. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok are a few of the most popular social-media websites and apps. They can be a fun way to connect with friends and family, especially those who live far away. Sometimes, people use social media to find jobs. But social media also attracts cyberbullies and trolls who seek to anger or annoy people."

Should Cars be Banned in Towns and Cities?
"How do you travel around your town or city? Some people walk or ride a bike. Others take buses and trains. But most people get around by car. This might be convenient, but having too many cars on the road can cause problems. Heavy traffic is a safety hazard. And it pollutes the air."

Have a great day and take care!

Mr. T