February 25, 27, 28

http://readtheory.org/

February 25
Criterion B - Comprehending written and visual text

February 27
p. 77 Abstract nouns

Happiness, love, success, wealth - what do these words all have in common?

Besides the fact that they are all things we want in life, all of these words are abstract nouns. They are nouns that refer to things which do not exist as material objects - usually ideas and concepts.

A good way to decide whether or not a noun is abstract is to see whether it is something you can experience using teh five senses. If you cannot see it, hear it, smell it, touch it or taste it, then it is probably abstract.

ACTIVITY:  p. 76    Task 2
Follow the instructions:
1)in pairs or groups of 3 - create a mind map of words that you associate with the type of weather depicted in the paintings and the emothions they evoke,
2)Make sure you include vocabulary (ABSTRACT nouns) related to the feelings.

February 28 
Read Theory - http://readtheory.org
Today we will become acquainted with Read Theory and create a base line.

February 18, 20, 21

February 18, 20, 21
p. 59 When should I use capital letters?

You will have noticed that languages, such as English and Urdu, start with a capital letter. This is because they are proper nouns. To make your own writing accurate, you should know when to use capital letter and when not to. . .

Activity: Capital letters p. 59
Correct the short passage below by adding or removing capital letters.

Online Exercises
http://esl.fis.edu/grammar/satz/capital1.htm
http://www.mhhe.com/socscience/english/langan/sentence_skills/exercises/ch19/p4exk.htm
http://www.learnenglish-online.com/writing/tests/capitalletters.html
http://www.classzone.com/books/lnetwork_gr06/page_build.cfm?id=quiz&ch=8

February 20, 21
Command terms

The table below illustrates some of the most commonly used command terms in MYP language acquisition. 

Term	Definition
Analyse	Break down in order to bring out the essential elements or structure. To identify parts and relationships, and interpret information to reach conclusions.
Construct meaning	Create an understanding about something; infer and interpret facts, an opinion, an idea or an event that has been read, viewed, listened to.
Evaluate	Assess the implications and limitations; make judgments about the ideas, works, solutions or methods in relation to selected criteria.
Identify	Provide an answer from a number of possibilities; recognize and state briefly a distinguishing fact or feature.
Interpret	Use knowledge and understanding to recognize trends and draw conclusions from given information.
Recognize	Identify through patterns or features.
Synthesize	Combine different ideas in order to create new understanding.
Understand	Comprehend the meaning or significance of something and explain it in a different way.

Infer                     Deduce or conclude (something) from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

Discuss                 Talk or write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account different issues or ideas.


https://www.englishworksheetsland.com/grade8/readinginfo/5/4puppy.pdf



Facebook image link:

https://www.elo7.com.br/placa-retro-vintage-facebook-60x40cm/dp/8EB83B

February 11, 13, 14

February 11
5 minute warm-up https://www.quia.com/quiz/6143618.html

Last week in review
Fact or Opinion worksheet

February 13
Criterion  A - Comprehending Spoken and Visual Text


February 14
Valentine's Day

February 18
Criterion B - Comprehending Written and Visual Text

February 4, 6, 7

https://www.chizobamorah.com/viewing-life-through-the-lens-of-the-weather/

February 4
1.  5 minute warm-up - Complete the sentence:  Yesterday, I wish I had . . .
     Complete the sentence here: http://scrumblr.ca/finish%20the%20thought

2. Finish the ACTIVITY (Task 1)  from Thursday.  Finish reading the text and answer the questions in your notebook.

ACTIVITY: Why do Brits talk about the weather?
You are going to read an article called "Why do Brits talk about the weather so much?"

Task 1 - Read the article and then answer the questions on p. 74
www.bbc.com/future/story/20151214-why-do-brits-talk-about-the-weather-so-much


Did you know that sme people are prone to feeling depressed when the weather changes?  This disorder is called SAD, which stands for Seasonal Affective Disorder.

To find out more visit the following website:
http://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-problems/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/#WBlololmNaHzl

February 6, 7
1. Modal Verbs  https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/modal-verbs.html
Modal Verbs of Ability explanation: https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/modal-verbs-of-ability.html
Modal Verbs of Ability exercises: https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/modal-verbs-of-ability-exercise-1.html

Modal Verbs of Obligation explanation: https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/modal-verbs-of-obligation.html
Modal Verbs of Obligation exercises: https://www.perfect-english-grammar.com/modal-verbs-of-obligation-exercise-1.html

2.  What is weather?  What is Climate?  p. 80
      read the text

3.  Did you know that in the UK, extreme storms are given names?   p. 80
     http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/34581210
   
4.  ACTIVITY: Fact or opinion  p. 82
      When we speak or write, we can state facts or opinions. So, what is the difference? A fact is something that is true and you can prove to other people. An opinion is something that you think or believe in, but you cannot prove.

      Watch the video and answer the questions that follow in your notebook. Write in complete sentence.