We did 2 rounds of January vocabulary words on vocabulary.com. Ayden accurately identified 16/20 words in context. Next, we began our unit on Identity. In this unit, we will explore facets of indentity and focus on readings and writing that are expository in nature. This will make way for more complex essay structures like analysis and research style papers. This starting point will build Ayden's writing confidence as he will be writing about his own experiences and working to make personal connections.

The following are Ayden's definitions of identity and culture:
Identity: Who you are, only one of you.
Culture: How people do day to day life; influenced by family history.

Watched video of TED Talk: "We Are Not All That Different: Race and Culture Identity" by Seconde Nimenya. We had a follow up discussion for comprehension and discussed thoughts about her speech.

Next, we did identity exercises via Google Teams.