Prefixes and Suffixes

It is important to know the meanings of prefixes and suffixes, as they will help you with STAAR testing. Here is an informational video to help you on your way to success. ;)

What is a Frayer Model?

We ar going to make a Frayer model to describle ethnicity and culture this week. This video provides you with an example.

Energy Needs to be Saved

This is a short story about a family who abuses their energy resources. They learn an important lesson at the end about the importance of energy conservation.

Unit Conversions

We are learning unit conversions in Math this week. Here are some tips.

The Dangers of Nuclear Energy

Compare and Contrast... A Perfect Example

Energy Conservation

What is Expository Text?

Today we are going to discuss expository text and give you guys some examples. Here is a short video to inform you.

Types of Energy

When we return from our break, we are going to discuss energy. Here is an introduction to the lesson.

Spelling List for week of Nov. 26

During your break, why not get ahead and start studying your spelling words? Here is the list:
1. creature
2. feature
3. puncture
4. leisure
5. pleasure
6. natural
7. enough
8. physical
9. efficient
10. flexible
11. oily
12. turmoil

Ratios Review

Elements of a Story

Here is a brief review of the elements of a story. Watch and reflect.

Ratios, Proportions & Percents

If You Don't Have Anything Nice to Say... You Should Know the Rest!

This is one of my favorite quotes, and I try to live my life using these lines to guide me. Kids, really take notice of the power of words.

Renewable and Nonrenewable Resources

Rampage Game! Yay!

Tuesday, everybody at SASIC will be attending a Rampage Game. This will be my third time, and I am excited to share another fun-filled day with y'all. :)

Upcoming Test....

This Thursday we will be taking an exam over what Mr. Ellison covered about Europe. Please study so you guys will be prepared!

Ratios, Ratios, Ratios!

We will be having a quiz this week over ratios. Please pay attention to review in class and if you are confused or do not understand something, speak up! ;)

Spelling List for week of 11/12/12

Here is the spelling list for the week. Familiarize yourself with the words and learn their definitions. There will be a test on Friday. Also, know how to use these words in sentences properly.
1. anywhere
2. occasion
3. everybody
4. old-fashioned
5. meanwhile
6. footsteps
7. opportunity
8. outstanding
9. recommend
10. studied
11. opposite
12. knowledge

How do the Arts Affect Culture?

Practice Makes Perfect

It is always wise to perfect your writing. Here are some tips to guide you as you proofread.

Evidence of Chemical Changes

How do we find proof that a chemical change took place? Watch and learn.

Let's Solve Proportions!!!!

Elements of a Story

As we continue to progress as successful readers, let me reinforce the basic elements of a story.

Find Percentages in Ratios

Spelling List for 10/5/12- 10/9/12

Here is the list of spelling words for this week. Learn their definitions and know how to use them in sentences. There will be a test on Friday.
1. although
2. envelope
3. often
4. describe
5. officer
6. scientific
7. distinct
8. utilize
9. valuable
10. thumbprint
11. fugitive
12. customary

What is a Compound Formula

Migration and Multiculturalism in Europe

What is Ethnocentrism?

Today in Social Studies, we talked about ethnocentrism, which is a feeling that one's own race and culture are superior. Think about this concept, and write a sentence using this term.