ELA
What does "annotate" mean?
To mark up a text in order to read with a purpose and help the reader understand what they are reading
What is area?
The amount of space covered in a 2D shape.
What should you do if someone is bothering you?
Ask them to stop and walk away
What do you do during the transition song?
Grab necessary items and make sure you are in your seat when song is over with voices off
What is Mrs. PG's baby's name?
Thomas the Wamus
How many times should you read in order to "Annotate like a Scholar?"
3 Reads!
What is a tiling pattern?
A pattern made up of shapes that covers a certain area.
What is a growth mindset vs a fixed mindset?
Growth mindset = the power of yet, turning your negative talk into positive
Fixed mindset = negative self talk, not willing to make mistakes
How do you enter the classroom after recess?
Quietly!
About 100 pounds.
What do you highlight on your 2nd read?
People/characters, the setting, and vocab/power words
What does decompose mean?
To break a part or "break down"
Why is it important to celebrate/talk about our differences and interests? (through our circle maps and portrait drawings?)
So we can celebrate what makes us unique and find commonalities!
What are you NOT allowed to say in our class, even if you do not want to do the task asked?
Instead what can you say?
NOOOOOO (turn it into a YAY)
What is Mrs. PG's favorite book?
Pride and Prejudice!!!! Also favorite movie.
What is a synonym for the Main Idea when reading fictional text?
Theme or Central Message
Why is it important to have a growth mindset, specifically in math?
So you keep trying, don't give up, and make mistakes. These things will help your brain grow!
What do you do when someone is speaking either as a partner talk or a speaker in the classroom? (3 parts)
Stop what you are doing, turn to face them, give eye contact, nod to show understanding, (repeat what they are saying or agree/disagree)
What does Mrs. PG call our class?
The Sunny Scholars because you are bright, positive, amazing students!
What did Mrs. PG study in college and what college did she attend?
UCSD + UCI and neuroscience + education
What is RACES and what does each letter stand for?
RACES is a strategy to answer short response questions to use text evidence. R-restate, A-answer, C-cite, E-explain, and S-summarize
What is a square unit?
The unit of measurement to represent the area of a 2D object/shape.
When we have morning meeting what is important to remember to be a positive member in the circle? (4 parts)
Remember your manners (thank you), everyone has to participate, not laugh (be respectful of others' answers), listen when others are speaking (not talking unless you have the talking piece)
How many redirects does it take to get a reflection sheet?
3 redirects and then on the 4th one you fill out the sheet.
How old did Mrs. PG turn this year?
28 wahoooooo