Mrs. Yerxa called on one of your classmates to respond to a question. What noise level are you using during this time?
Voice level 0 - you want to hear what your classmate has to share! (:
You notice that your classmate is looking a little down. You don't usually talk to this person, but you do sit next to each other during lesson time. What is one way you could show you care?
- Say good morning / hey / hello
- Ask them how they're doing
- Connect about something you both share (Percy Jackson, lunch choice, etc.)
What is one way you can help take care of our classroom?
- Water the flowers
- Pick up trash on the floor
- Clean your personal space
- Return chairs where they belong
- Push in your chair when you leave
- Return books properly
Name three materials you should always bring to ELA class. Hint: there are more than three total! Choose any!
What is:
- pencil
- laptop
- choice book
- warm up journal
- full water bottle
- binder / folder
Your teacher is working with one of your classmates, but you have a question. What do you do?
Wait patiently for the teacher to be available. You can always ask a friend for help while you wait!
During table talk you notice that somebody in your group has not had a turn to share. What do you do?
- Ask your classmate what they think
- Encourage your classmate by nodding while they speak
Where can you find your agenda for class? TIP: the agenda is posted to help you make sure you are ready for class!
Our Classroom Screen / board
Where can you turn in finished work?
Your class period's in-bin, but only once you've put your name on your paper! (:
You are working in reading groups. One of your group members looks nervous about reading out loud, so they choose to only read one sentence before passing. What do you do?
Respect your classmate's choice and continue reading in your group's planned order.
Your classmate(s) just wrapped up a presentation. How can you show your support?
- Applauding their work appropriately
- Nodding while they speak
- Asking on-topic questions when they're done
You are not sure how to begin your independent or group work. What do you do next?
Ask a classmate and/or a teacher! (:
What are the four categories that your habits of work grade are based on?
Be a respectful learner
Be a responsible learner
Be a collaborative learner
Be a self-directed learner