Concluding lesson on U.S. legislative branch of government
Lesson Outline
We concluded the section on how Congress operates and how bills and joint resolutions become laws. Will asked some excellent questions.
Assignment
begub ti read about the executive branch of the U.S. government
Session Minutes
45
Minutes Student Attended
45
Lesson Comments
Will has difficulty in retaining directions for writing or reading homework. I think I will have him do short writing exercises in class to see if that helps Will to learn more.
Today Stephen working on his recycling book. He added terms, definitions, pictures and examples of ways to conserve in his book. On Thursday he will finish his book!
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Marina was introduced to cultures of people from different countries: We observed their dress, foods, music, beliefs, etc. Marina's response showed interest and involvement . Great job Marina
Different Cultures of people: Ethan was introduced to cultures of Asian, Latinas, Indians, and others, types of food, dress, music, dances, beliefs, etc, He did very well.
Branches of the Federal Government: Ethan viewed the three branches of the Federal Government their powers and responsibilities. He did a very good job in his review and showed understanding. Great job Ethan
Bobby and I brainstormed a new project: a Florida travel book. We decided on the topics to include, the organization, and we began researching on the computer, reading and selecting pictures and information. Bobby and I also read several articles of Weird Florida including mineral springs (Fountain of Youth), Coral Castle, etc.
We are also covering typing, internet research, citing sources, and creating Microsoft Word documents on a PC.
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Assignment
Look up Francis Scott Key and write a paragraph about him
Today Stephen and I began by watching a short clip on Natural resources. Then we completed 3 natural resource worksheets. Stephen had to list man made resources made from given natural resources. We then had to sort these resources into the categories renewable and nonrenewable.
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