4th Observation

I arrived during Mrs. Smith's English 1 class during my 4th observation.  English 1 is an 8th grade class offered that can count for 9th grade english at the highschool if they make a good grade.  Her class was doing "independent reading" where they are suppose to read at least 3 essays and when they finish complete an evaluation for one.  The evaulation writing sheet included beginning, explanations, focal points, arguments, supporting details, figurative language, etc.  After this period was over I went to Ms. Hoffek's room.  This period was 6th grade advanced science and they were given a warm up on the smartboard about clouds- How do clouds form? What are the 3 types of clouds? Then there was an activity called "commingled clouds."  Everyone was given an index card with a particular type of cloud and the definition on the back.  The class commingled and had to pair up, come up with different types of clouds, read the definition, switch cards and commingle again.  The number of students were uneven so I got to participate! After commingled clouds there was a T-chart on the smartboard and students shared what they came up with.  Ms. Hoffek wrapped the period up with "think pair share" where she had partners work together on a weather worksheet.  I really enjoyed the commingled clouds activity and was glad when she asked me to join.  Both of these teachers have been very friendly and helpful when I come visit.