Field day for 6th and 7th grade students will be held on Thursday, May 24, 2012 from 8:30am – 1:05pm. We are in need of parents to help manage game booths and food booths. If you are available to volunteer for at least one hour, please let me know. You can email me at klopez3@houstonisd.org or leave me a message at the front office 713-917-3500
Looking forward to seeing all of our wonderful parents at field day!
Mrs. Lopez
Thats right. The STAAR test will be next week! Please practice and complete your homework review guides. This will help you on test day. Practice with your highlighter at home, draw a picture (visualize it) if needed, go through each step, box in your answer. Finally, double check your work to make sure your answer is correct.
Get plenty of rest during the next couple of days, so you are well rested. Eat a healthy breakfast, and come prepared. Have confidence! I know you will do great!
The STAAR test is 2 weeks away! Are you ready!? Please remember all of the procedures we have gone over in class……Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals and fractions? Fractions, decimals, percents? Perimeter, area? translation versus reflection? Calculating a 15% tip? Whats the probability of pulling out a red marble? THINK, THINK, THINK! WORK! WORK! WORK!
EVERYONE should know the steps to working out a math problem, and you should be CONFIDENT in your work!
If you do not, make sure you are attending morning tutorials on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays in room 123. After school tutorials with either Mr. Nguyen, Ms. Ofori-Addo, or myself. We are here to help you!
We have concluded our unit on fractions. You should now know how to add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions. If you do not, or you did not make an 80 or above on the last two quizzes, then you need to attend tutorials (monday or Wednesday 4pm-445pm.
We will be moving along and learning about 3 dimensional figures. Get ready to cut, paste and build figures all week.
Hollywood stars! The papparazzi party will be held on Thursday Feb. 23 during spark class. You must get a 90 or above on your next report card to enter the party. Pizza and ice cream will be served…..and you get to meet a celebrity!
Work hard, no excuses, and get rewarded! The Staar test is less than 40 days away!
Vocabulary Menu: Choose your learning style
Directions: Choose any number of activities to complete. The activities you choose must total 75 points. This must be completed before the end of class. Put an x over each box you complete.
| Find 2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for each word.
10 points |
Write 2 sentences for each vocabulary word.
25 points |
Create a picture that demonstrates the meaning of each vocabulary word.
50 points |
Create a full song or rap using the vocabulary words.
40 points |
| Write a riddle using the vocabulary words.
30 points |
Write short story using the vocabulary words.
50 points |
Create a greeting card using the vocabulary words.
30 points |
Create analogies for each vocabulary word.
40 points |
| Create a comic strip using the vocabulary words.
25 points |
Write each vocabulary word 10 times each.
10 points |
Write a letter to a friend using the vocabulary words.
25 points |
Create a crossword puzzle using the vocabulary words.
15 points |
We are wrapping up our first vocabulary unit and will have a Unit test. Please study the vocabulary words, so you will be prepared to ace the test!
Name: Date: Period: _______
Study Guide: Unit 1 Lesson Review
Study your Vocabulary word 5-10 minutes every day.
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Vocabulary word |
Definition |
Example Sentence |
| ambi- & amphi- | around, on both sides | |
| ambidextrous | able to use both hands | My grandfather is ________________; he can write with both hands. |
| ambidexterity | the ease or skill to be able to use both hands | My ____________________ is limited. I try to write with both hands, but my work always ends up looking like “chicken-scratch” when I finish writing with my left hand. |
| ambience | the feeling of what is going on around you | We love the ___________________ of Dave and Busters. It is such a fun place to be! |
| ambivalent | having strong feelings about both sides of an issue; unable to choose between options | De’Jah felt __________________ about the movie. She couldn’t decide whether to see it or not. |
| amphitheater | a place in which you can watch a performance from all sides | The ancient Romans watched plays in an outdoor __________________ called the Colessuem. |
| amphibious | relating to or adapted for both land and water | Did you know that the military is using _____________ vehicles that can operate on land and in the water? |
| amphibian | an animal that lives on both land and water | I like to keep birds as pets; whereas my brother likes to keep _______________ as pets. I think it is too much work maintaining a wet and dry place for those types of pets. |
| ambiguous | open to having several meanings or interpretations | “What an _____________ piece of art you have created! I can’t tell if it is a dog or a water fountain!” |
| ambiguity | unclear or indefinite in meaning | “Enough with the ________________! Either you are coming or you aren’t. Stop beating around the bush and answer the question!” |
| ambition | a strong desire for achievement | Beyonce’s _________________ has led her to be one of the top performing artists of all time. |
|
Vocabulary word |
definition |
Example Sentence |
| post- | before | |
| ante- | after | |
| antecedent | 1. a noun that goes before a pronoun2. to go before (others in your family) | In the sentence “Jim hit his knee,” Jim is the ___________ to his. My mother is my ______________________ since she was born before me. |
| posterity | generation after your own | My grandmother saved a photo album for her _______________ to see pictures of their ancestors. |
| postpone | to place or schedule something after its original plan | The football game has been _______________ due to the water damage at the stadium. They will play next week. |
| antiquity | generation before your own | The Ming Dynasty vase is just one __________________ of many that is in the museum. |
| antebellum | the time after the war | “Gone With The Wind” is a movie about ________________ or pre-civil war life. |
| Postbellum | the time before war | Any song made after the civil war is considered ____________________. |
| postscript | something that is added after a letter is written | After you finish writing your letter you can write your _____________ at the bottom. |
| postdate | to date something after the current date | |
| posthumous | to be referenced, spoken about, written about, etc., after death or burial | Some famous dead artists gained their fame ___________________________________ly. |
| ante meridiem (A.M.) | before mid-day | We go to school at 8:25 ______ not 8:25 p.m. |
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Vocabulary word |
Definition |
Example Sentence |
| ob- | up against, in the way (of something) | |
| obstruct | to build something in the way of something else | If you stand behind Damaris, I will _____________ your view of the screen. Stand next to me so that you can see it clearly. |
| offend | to strike up against someone’s else’s ideas or belief | Neriah didn’t want to ____________ her grandmother, so she kept her comments to herself. |
| obstacle | something that stands in your way | Although there are many ______________ in life, you should never let anything keep you from reaching your goals. |
| opponent | someone you compete against | Elvis’ ________________ on the soccer field was no competition. Elvis could beat him with his eyes closed. |
| opposite | something put up against something else | Connor’s sense of humor is the complete __________ of Martin’s sense of humor. They are like night and day. |
| offer | to bring something to give up | Mr. Sliva tried to _________ Tristian extra credit, but she didn’t take it. She wanted to earn an A without any help. |
| observe | to keep watch over things | Yannay will ____________ a dissection of a frog today in Ms. Yate’s science class. |
| object | to react against something | Many students have an _______________ to the no shorts rule. Yet, they have yet to convince administrators and teachers to allow them to wear shorts. |
| obnoxious | when someone causes harm against another | The boy was being so ___________________ that Star asked to sit in the corner just to get away from him. |
| occurrence | something that comes up | If there is another__________________ similar to the last, I will have to send you to your dean’s office. |
|
Vocabulary word |
Definition |
Example Sentence |
| contra-, contro-, counter- ant-, anti- | against, opposite | |
| contradict | to speak against a point or say the opposite of what someone said | Jesse always _____________ what I say. He always says the opposite of what I say. |
| counterfeit | fake | The man tried to use ______________ fifty-dollar bills at the store and was immediately arrested. |
| contraband | items that are against the rules | Don’t bring firearms to school because it is ______________, and you will get into major trouble. |
| antiseptic | something that works against infection to cure it | Use the ____________on my cut. It will help fight the infection. |
| antipathy | a feeling against something or someone | Don’t feel _________________ for Rodriguez. He made an honest mistake, and won’t do it again |
| controversy | a long heated debate | There is a lot of _____________ surrounding Michael Jackson’s death. |
| antibiotic | something that works against a bacteria | I had a bacterial infection, so my doctor prescribed ________________ for me to take for three weeks. |
| counter | to act in opposition to; to speak against | In a courtroom, the defense attorney tries to ________________ the prosecutor’s argument. |
| antonym | a word that means the opposite | Happy, glad, giddy are all __________________ of mad. |
As promised, I am putting a copy of the vocabulary worksheets I create or modify. I will tell you which vocabulary worksheet is needed for each homework assignment.
___________________ Vocabulary Practice: Analogy
Directions: Use your vocabulary words to create analogies. Highlight the vocabulary words.
Examples:
|
part to whole |
synonyms |
antonyms |
item to category |
| piece : puzzle:: finger: hand | unhappy: sad:: obscure: ambiguous | hot:cold :: tall: short | baseball: sports balls ::Chihuahua: dog |
| Word Bank: | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
| 8 | 9 | 10 |
1. ________________ : ______________________::__________________ : ___________________
2. ________________ : ______________________::__________________ : ___________________
3. _______________ : ______________________::__________________ : ____________________
4. ________________ : ______________________::_________________ : ___________________
6. ________________ : ______________________::__________________ : ____________________
7. ________________ : _____________________::___________________ : ____________________
8. ________________ : ______________________::__________________ : ____________________
9. ________________ : ______________________::__________________ : ____________________
10. ________________ : ______________________::__________________ : ___________________
I have modified the definitions to make them easier to understand.
Study Guide:
Unit 1 Lesson 5 Vocabulary words: anti-, ant-, contro-, contra-, counter-
Study your Vocabulary word 5-10 minutes every day.
|
Vocabulary word |
Definition |
|
against, opposite |
|
to speak against a point or say the opposite |
|
the opposite direction of clockwise |
|
Something that relates to or causes a prolonged debate or argument |
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showing how items are different or opposites |
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fake |
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items that are against the rules |
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something that works against a virus |
|
something that works against infection |
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a feel against something or someone |
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a prolonged debate or argument over differing oppinons |
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something that works against bacteria |
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to act or speak against |
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a word that means the opposite |
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to act against something or someone |
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one of two parts that fit, complete, or complement one another |
There will be a math test on “proportions” this Friday/ Monday. Remember to review your homework assignments, notes, and study your steps.
step 1: What are you comparing? Write down the words
Step 2: Write down the numbers. *make sure your numbers match your words*
Step 3: What do you WANT to know?
Step 4: Butterfly! *Multiply, then divide*
Below is a problem on proportions for extra credit. Write it down on a paper. Title it “Extra Credit – Blog”. Show your work. Box in your answer.
Carrie runs 2.4 miles in 25 minutes. If she continues at the same speed, how many hours will it take Carrie to run 10 miles?
Study Guide:
Unit 1 Lesson 5 Vocabulary words: anti-, ant-, contro-, contra-, counter-
Study your Vocabulary word 5-10 minutes every day. Below are several ways to study.
|
Vocabulary word |
Definition |
| contra-, contro-, counter- | against, opposite |
| ant-, anti- | against, opposite |
| contradict | to speak against a point or speak the opposite |
| counterclockwise | to go in the opposite direction of clockwise |
| controversial | relating to controversy; something that is debatable |
| contrasting | showing how items are different or opposites |
| counterfeit | fake |
| contraband | items or money that are prohibited |
| antiseptic | something that works against infection to cure it |
| antifreeze | something that stops something from freezing |
| antipathy | to feel against something or someone |
| controversy | the act of turning against an idea |
| counter | to act in opposition to; to speak against |
| antonym | a word that means the opposite |
| counteract | to act against something or someone |
