Terry Fox!

We had a great week!   Sadly, Period 2 has been split in half.  I will miss the students who have moved - you were such a co-operative, spirited group -  but know that you will probably see me again Semester 2!  It was such a pleasure working with you all.  This change will be beneficial for all students, and you will be able to get the attention you deserve with the smaller groups.

Around Ottawa last weekend and this week, you may have heard or seen the Terry Fox Run.   It was 35 years ago that he captured the hearts of all Canadians.   We watched a short video about Terry Fox and are looking at character traits.

Here is a link for the Terry Fox movie.  It is older, but gives you more details about his character and why he is such an important hero for Canada.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPcXMg3E9KQ

Who are the important heroes in your country?

Homework:

Period 2:  We are finishing presentations, finish Terry Fox character trait sheet

Period 3 and 4:  We will be working on the essay :  Is technology killing our friendships?
This is due on Thursday.  We will be working on the body paragraphs and conclusion in class.  Make sure your introduction and thesis are polished up.   Also, finish the Terry Fox character trait sheet.

A wonderful program night!

Thanks to all of the parents who visited for Program Night!   It was so nice to meet you all!

Homework:

Period 2:  Work on your All About Me project - friends, free choice section - due this week

Period 3 and 4:  Is technology killing our friendships?  Essay kit
-finish grammar sheets

Also try to read an article on Newsela and try a quiz.    You should try to read for at least 20 minutes a night.   Have a great weekend everyone!

Scavenger Hunt and Getting ready for the Titan Trek!

Period 2 group really enjoyed the scavenger hunt around Mother Teresa the other day!  Here are a few photos!     Tomorrow is the Titan Trek - we walk around the neighbourhood and raise money for Mother Teresa activities.   Feel free to walk with me and other English Language Learners!  Should be a fun day!

Today we will do some teambuilding and oral activities.   These not only practice our oral language, but will help us get to know each other better for tomorrow's walk!   Keep working so hard on your projects!

To, Two and Too!

What is a Homophone?

 The –phone ending means sound or voice, so a homophone has the same pronunciation. 

A homophone is a word that is pronounced the same as another word but differs in meaning, and may differ in spelling. The words may be spelled the same, such as rose (flower) and rose (past tense of "rise"), or differently, such as carat, caret, and carrot, or to, two, and too.

Check out these cute videos which explain the different meanings of easily confused words:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1R7EWH2a7YI

2nd Week Back!

Period 1 - We will be working on getting to know you activities, and paragraph writing.

Period 2 and 3 - We will be working on Two Truths and a Lie - Narrative Writing Assignment.  The writing is due on Thursday to be presented in small groups.  Class presentations on Friday.

Check out Newsela.com at home.  You can pick articles to read at your level.  A great way to improve your literacy skills.  We will be reading articles each week in class.

Congratulations! We are proud of you!

Congratulations to Vlad - our professional mountain biker, who participated in his first race in Canada a few weeks ago.  What an AMAZING accomplishment!  

Message from Vlad:  This is my win on August 30 in Bromont. My first win in Canada. Great race at the B-Maaxx (name of race). Thanks @velomania.ru for helping me with this trip !!!

TOP 10 Reasons I am happy to be back at School!

Some of our Great Reasons on our Top 10 List!  Here are just a few of your ideas:
-to meet new friends
-to learn about new cultures
-to prepare for college or university
-to get my volunteer hours!
-to be successful in life!
-to have debates!
-June is only 10 short months away
-to find new perspectives
-to take part in experimental activities
-to get involved in sports and other clubs
 

Webquest Activity:  Check out the ESL Course Outlines:
https://drive.google.com/a/ocsb.ca/folderview?id=0B6uajOWP-Qm9ekMwS1ZzaFdVWkk&usp=sharing

Have your class expectations signed.

Welcome Back!

Hi everyone - hope you are having an amazing summer!  It is almost that time!  We have had a great time camping around the Eastern United States, and now I am getting back into the swing of things!   What was the best thing you did this summer?

Celebrating Canada!

We had fun today!  It's not quite Canada Day yet, but thanks for celebrating the last day before exams with such enthusiasm!  Thanks to the great photographers!   Here are some photos taken by Gustavo and Souf!

Hero Presentations!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLYECIjmnQs

Speaking of people who have made a difference- love this video!

Studying for the exam?:  These videos might help! 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKi56cPUSFk

This is a good little video about Point of View

Characterization:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2azHSzIdWZE

Figurative language:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3K9pd6h9JT0

Only a little while left- you can do it!

FIFA Women's World Cup Anthem

Listen to the new FIFA Women's World Cup Anthem - Amazing song and video!  Do the quiz and let Mrs. B. know your results.



http://www.eslvideo.com/eslvideo_quiz_highint.php?id=23735

Are you going to any of the FIFA events?  Are you watching any on t.v?  Who do you hope to win?

If this were the last day of your life, what would you do?

How much do you know about Canada?

How much do YOU know about Canada?

Take these quizzes- let Mrs. B. know your results.

http://www.canadadayquiz.com/questions.cnc

http://lizardpoint.com/geography/canada-quiz.php

Watch this video:  What makes Canada special?
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-radio-and-tv-18086952

What does Canada mean to you?   Post your ideas below...

Steve Jobs

We have been writing our own stories, researching heroes, or people who have made a difference.

Click on this link and watch the video.   Do the quiz and tell the teacher your score.

http://www.eslvideo.com/eslvideo_quiz_int.php?id=17329

What words of advice will you take from him?   What words resonated (struck you) deeply?

• What does it mean to be a visionary? What makes Steve Jobs different than a fortune teller? 
• Jobs contends that you need to LOVE what you do in order to be great at it. Do you agree or disagree? Why? 
• What words of advice will you take from him?   What words resonated (struck you) deeply?  Why?

Write your comments below!  Looking forward to hearing your great ideas.

Speaking of the future - When you are done, work on grammar quizzes (click the link along the side)  # 99 and 350.  

How much time do you spend on your phone?

 Watch this video - then try the quiz - let me know how you do?

http://www.eslvideo.com/eslvideo_quiz_int.php?id=22469

How much time do you spend on your phone?    Do you think you ever miss seeing the real world around you?  Give an example...  Put your comments below!

  We are also practicing commonly confused words.  Go to the grammar quizzes on the right - try #327 and 41.  Have fun!