Humanities Objectives for 2010-2011
Each student this year will be challenged to:
• master the 7th Grade state standard objectives for writing
and reading.
• write clearly, correctly, and creatively, in a variety of styles
and for a variety of purposes.
• improve grammar, vocabulary, fluency, and spelling skills.
• read every day, explain and analyze what was read, and
express thoughtful opinions about it.
• read and enjoy a wide variety of books and materials.
• demonstrate understanding of Medieval World History and Washington State History through
both individual and group reports, classroom activities, text work, projects, tests, artwork,
and dramatic productions.
• strengthen good classroom and study habits, especially organization and assignment
completion.
• speak clearly and comfortably in front of the class.
• work as a productive team member.
• strive for and achieve personal “bests.”
Humanities Activities 2010/2011
Here’s what we will do to help us reach our goals (As you can see, we are going to be BUSY this year,
but it will be fun, too!):
Reading
Voabulary: Mastery of 10 words a week to build your vocabulary
Fluency: Daily activities (such as 6-Minute Solutions) to build your fluency
Independent reading goals: Read at least two novels each quarter; keep a log;
complete AR tests and projects
Reading test preparation activities/practice tests/discussions
Read alouds, book talks, and silent reading - always have a novel with you!
Writing
Writing test preparation activities/practice tests/discussions
Spelling activities to help you with those words that Spell Check doesn’t catch
Word games and Tables of Knowledge competitions
Creative/Informative/Persuasive writing projects: All types of writing, from
persuasive letters, to poetry, to descriptive essays, to pro/con debates.
History
1st Semester: Medieval World History and Beyond: Daily activities using
History Alive textbook, group activities, drama, art projects, group
projects, review games, and tests. Also, Geography Bee practice and
participation during the month of December.
2nd Semester: Washington State History (the only high school requirement you take in middle
school -- you must pass it here, or you have to take it again in high school!): Daily
activities, including text work, projects, tests, artwork, a field trip, and dramatic
productions.
Organization
Careful, daily use of our planners. We will learn how to track assignments and
get them all in, on time, every time!
Binder/backpack organization, so you can store and find all assignments easily.
