Spanish IV 05-30-08

• Maestra Thurber-Brown reviewed the worksheet regarding the use of direct and indirect object pronouns while Maestra Range stamped the homework.
• Students then divided into groups consisting of one person from each of the Expert Groups we formed to learn about Guatemala’s civil war.
• We quickly reviewed what we watched yesterday of El Norte and then watched the final part of the movie.

Tarea:

1. Complete the yellow Repaso worksheet about using direct and indirect object pronouns.
2. Finish the last questions in the El Norte packet.

Spanish II 05-30-08

• Students started on the yellow Repaso de Vocabulario worksheet while Maestra Range checked in homework.
• We watched the GramActiva to learn more about the imperfect tense.
• We reviewed the homework in the green Preterite packet and reviewed all the vocabulary words on the pink 4A-1 & 4A-2 worksheet.
• Maestra Range passed out the golden verb grid and went over the explanation and drawing on the backside about when to use the imperfect tense. We also reviewed the white handout about time indicators for the imperfect, an overview of when the tense is used, and different situations when the imperfect and the preterite are used together in the same sentence.
• Students then got into pairs to play battleship using the imperfect tense. Some students started making their flashcards when they finished sinking their partners verb ships.

Tarea:

1. Complete the yellow Repaso de Vocabulario 4A worksheet.
2. Make 13 flashcards using the time indicators on the white handout explaining the imperfect tense.
3. Complete the golden verb grid to practice the imperfect verb endings.

Spanish IV 05-29-08

· We reviewed the 3A Exam which consisted of 3 different parts, including an essay which was scored using a rubric complying to IB standards.

· We enjoyed two great presentations today. Lucìa described the life and work of the artist David Alfaro Siqueiro, and Sara gave a presentation on Los Desaparecidos of Argentina.

· We briefly discussed the Chilean Arpilleras, created originally by the Madres de la Plaza de Cinco de Mayo, and reviewed the homework assignment of questions about these amazing works of sewn art.

· We watched the first half of Part 3 of El Norte in which Rosa and Enrique find jobs and begin learning English in Los Angeles.

Tarea:

1. Complete the white Tarea 3B worksheet to practice using indirect and direct object pronouns.

2. Answer the questions about Part 3 in the yellow El Norte handout.

Spanish II 05-29-08

• Students worked on the pink 4A-1 & 4A-2 worksheet to practice new vocabulary while Maestra Range checked in homework.
• We reviewed the Vocabulary 4A worksheet as a class, saying all the words out loud.
• We reviewed the assignment of Activity #3 on p.183 to practice using the endings –ito and –ìsimo.
• Students listened to a CD of different people describing toys pictured on p.186 and tried to identify which toy was being talked about. They then listened to descriptions of a playground scene at a daycare center and decided if the description was true or false.
• Maestra Range distributed the green packet on the Imperfect tense and we did various exercises in the packet to understand and practice how to use the imperfect correctly.
• In 4^th period, students used the directions they wrote as a homework assignment to give each other directions to a location in the school and to a location in the Tigard community.
• Maestra Range explained the homework assignments.

Tarea:

1. Complete the pink 4A1 & 4A-2 worksheet.

2. Do Exercise B and Exercise D in the green “El Imperfecto” packet, pp. 64-67.

Spanish IV 05-28-08

· Today, Javier gave his presentation on Mexican muralist Diego Rivera and Carlos told us about Spanish painter Diego Velàzquez.

· We discussed the article students read about Pinochet in Chile.

· The class reviewed the questions from Tarea 1 about the first part of the movie, El Norte.

· We watched Part 2 of El Norte in which the main characters, Rosa and Enrique, travel from their village in Guatemala to San Diego, California.

Tarea:

1. Complete the second page of the yellow Tarea 3B handout, Part III and Part IV.

2. Read the article on p.86 about Las Arpilleras.

3. Answer the questions about Part 2 in the yellow El Norte handout.

Spanish II 05-28-08

• While Maestra Range checked in homework, students practiced vocabulary with flashcards and reviewed for the exam.
• We reviewed the graphic organizer covering the lesson vocabulary and grammar information.
• Maestra Range distributed and explained the multi-part 3B Exam, including a listening test using a CD. All students took the test, and started on a worksheet for Lesson 4A when they were finished.
• In 2^nd period, students used the directions they wrote as a homework assignment to give each other directions to a location in the school and to a location in the Tigard community.
• Maestra Range explained the homework assignments.
• In 4^th period, we listened to the song “Dìmelo” and talked about direct commands.

Tarea:

1. Complete both sides of the 4A blue worksheet to review some vocabulary and start learning the next lessson’s vocabulary.

2. Do Activity #3 on p.183 to practice using the endings –ito and –ìsimo.

3. 4^th period only: Write two sets of directions: 1) from our classroom to somewhere in the school and 2) from our school to somewhere in the community. Each must include 5 different directions in command form, and 2 points of reference.

Spanish IV 05-27-08

· Lupe presented her project on Uruguay today with many interesting facts about the country.

· We talked about the article students read about Rigoberta Menchù from Guatemala, and reviewed the reading about the United Fruit Company and its activities and effects on Guatemala.

· Students got into their Expert Groups to discuss the reading about the history of Guatemala’s 30-year civil war, and prepared to teach their classmates about it tomorrow.

· Maestra Range explained the homework for tonight and passed out the vocabulary list of words we will hear in the movie.

· We then watched Part 1 of the movie, El Norte.

Tarea:

1. Complete the first page of the yellow Tarea 3B handout, Part I and Part II.

2. Complete both sides of the green handout about Pinochet and Rigoberta Menchù.

3. Answer the questions on the first page of the yellow El Norte handout.

Spanish II 05-27-08

• Students worked on the yellow handout of direct commands and translated sentences #11-19.
• As a class, we read about “glorietas” (traffic circles) in the textbook.
• Maestra Range reviewed the homework, having the class repeat the affirmative and negative commands. She wrote examples of commands on the board, and students wrote their own five commands. In pairs, students took turns giving these commands to one another, switching partners every two minutes. Several students then gave commands to Maestra Range.
• Students divided into pairs and got ready to use the small whiteboards and dry erase markers. Each pair raced to translate English sentences written by Maestra Range into Spanish in order to practice using the direct object pronouns.
• In 4^th period, students did a partner activity on p.172 using the present progressive.
• We reviewed the homework for tonight and in 2^nd period, ran through some flashcards of the vocabulary that will be on tomorrow’s exam.

Tarea:

1. Complete the last two pages of the blue 3B packet (graphic organizer and crossword puzzle) to review for the exam.

2. Write two sets of directions: 1) from our classroom to somewhere in the school and 2) from our school to somewhere in the community. Each must include 5 different directions and 2 points of reference.

3. Study for tomorrow’s lesson 3B exam. Use p.180-181 to guide you in what to study.

· Today we were treated to two excellent presentations. Eva told us about Mayan Myths and Carmelita explained the Aztec civilization.

· We read about the verb GUSTAR and other similar verbs in the textbook on p.100, nad practiced using these verbs by doing Activity 3-32 on p.101. Students came up to write the answers on the whiteboard.

· Students filled out Venn Diagrams comparing Oregon to Guatemala, and we discussed the similarities and differences as a class.

· Students then divided into Expert Groups to start reading about the history of Guatemala during the long civil war. Next week, we will begin watching El Norte and the expert groups will continue the investigation of Guatemala and end by teaching classmates what they have learned.

· Thank you, Mique, for the donuts!

Tarea:

1. Complete WB61 – Activity 15.

2. Read p.99 in the textbook about Rigoberta Menchù and visit the website listed in the book in Activity 3-31.

3. Read the white handout on the United Fruit Company and write five questions about the article for your classmates to answer.

4. Have a parent or guardian sign your permission letter to watch the movie, El Norte, and turn it in on Monday, as that is when we begin watching it.

5. Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!

Spanish II 05-23-08

• Students took the Vocabulary Production Exam and turned in their homework when they were finished.
• Maestra Range introduced a song called “Dìmelo” by Marc Anthony in which he uses direct object pronouns, the present progressive and “tù” commands. She explained the lyrics and then played it for the class to hear.
• We reviewed the homework in the blue packet as a class.
• Students rearranged the room to form a big circle of paired desks. Each person asked their partner five questions from the list we’ve been practicing from all week, and scored them on how acurately and how quickly they responded using the preterite tense. Each person switched partners 12 times, so students were speaking Spanish for 15 to 20 minutes straight!
• Maestra Range distributed a white packet about the patterns for commands, and a yellow page to practice using commands.
• Maestra Range had people practice this lesson's vocabulary by quizzing the class with flashcards.
  

Tarea:

1. Complete the front side of the yellow page and translate sentences #1-10 on the backside of the page.

2. Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!

Spanish IV 05-22-08

• Today we enjoyed four presentations. Carmelita told us about Madrid, Spain. Pilar presented the life and work of Frida Kahlo. Ramona described Pablo Neruda. Lucia F. gave a presentation about Carlos Santana.
• We then discussed the results of students’ web search for what occurred in Guatemala between the years of 1968 to 1992.

Tarea:

1. Complete WB 59, Activities #13 and 14.
2. Read the Points of Interest handout about Guatemala and use it to compare and contrast Guatemala and Oregon.

Spanish II 05-22-08

• Students had their last opportunity to practice the questions for tomorrow’s scored test. They wrote answers to questions #19-21 and practiced them with a partner while Maestra Range checked in homework.
• We read p.171 aloud to learn about the Present Progressive tense and watched the GramActiva.
• We reviewed the homework in the blue packet using direct objects. In 2n period, Maestra Range showed students more information about how to use Direct Object Pronouns.
• We read reviewed the homework by sharing directions students wrote on how to get to the “panaderìa” using the map on p.158 in the textbook.
• In 4th period, we looked at the map of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico on p.164. Students listened and followed on the map to discover where the directions Maestra Range gave ended up.
• Students then got into pairs to play a game about giving and asking directions. Using a map of the school, they helped each other follow the directions written on cards and tried to determine where they ended up. Maestra Range gave the answers to check for accuracy afterwards.
• In 4^th period, we ended the day with some flashcard review of vocabulary.

Tarea:

1. Complete p.68 & 69 in the blue packet to review vocabulary and practice using the present progressive.
2. Write directions to one place in the school starting from our classroom, and to one place in the community starting at our school. In each one, include 5 directions and 2 points of reference.
3. Complete the white vocabulary review packet to prepare for tomorrow’s vocabulary quiz.

Spanish IV 05-21-08

• We began the day with four presentations about Spain. Emilia described the country of Spain, Juana taught us about Spanish food from various regions, Alicia L. explained Flamenco dancing, and Fernando told us about the famous artist known as El Greco.
• We read the text book explanation of Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns on pp.92-95 and Maestra Range assigned the homework for tonight.

Tarea:

1. Complete Activities #9, 10 and 11 in the WB57 & WB58 to practice using direct and indirect object pronouns.
2. Do a web search for what occurred in Guatemala between the years of 1968 to 1992. Based on the information you find, write bullet point answers to the “reporter interrogatives,” using “Who… what… why… where… how… when?”

Spanish II 05-21-08

• We continued to learn and memorize the questions for Friday’s scored test. Today, students practiced questions #13-18 while Maestra Range checked in the homework. Students wrote answers to the questions and practiced them with a partner.
• We watched a U-Tube video of the song “Soy Una Pizza” that uses some of the commands we have been learning.
• In 2^nd period, we watched a special TriMet video about community safety when the new MAX line starts running in September. We reviewed the safety brochure in Spanish which also uses commands.
• Maestra Range showed a PowerPoint presentation explaining how to use Direct Object Pronouns, and in 4^th period, we reviewed the WAVA homework on p.64.
• To practice using direct objects in sentences, we played a game called “Pronombres Vivos” with words written on cards. In teams of five, students made the words into sentences, translating Maestra Range’s English into Spanish.
• We read p.158 in the textbook. In 2^nd period, we read the dialogue about giving and receiving directions and wrote directions to the “zapaterìa.” This exercise was in preparation for the homework assignment, in which students will write directions to the “panaderìa.”
• In 2^nd period, we looked at the map of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico on p.164 and listened to the CD giving directions. Students listened and followed on the map to discover where the directions ended up.

Tarea:

1. Complete p.66 in the blue packet to practice using direct objects.
2. Using the map on p.158-159 of the textbook, write directions to the “panaderìa.” Use sentences that include the following commands:

· Cruza…. (cross)

· Dobla… (turn)

· Sigue… (continue)

· Pasa por… (pass by)

Spanish II 05-20-08

• Everyone continued to learn and memorize the questions for Friday’s scored test. Today, we practiced questions #6-12. Students wrote answers to the questions and practiced saying them when a partner asked.

• We reviewed some of the homework assignment practicing the informal “tù” commands. Then we went into an in-depth lesson about direct commands and learned the patterns of tù, Ud., Uds., nosotros and vosotros. Students began to fill out the yellow verb grid for commands. We will continue to work on this grid as we practice more.
• We reviewed the vocabulary on p. 160 and watched part of the Video Historia about 4 teenagers who go to an open air market.

Tarea:

1. Complete p.67 in the blue packet.

Spanish IV 05-20-08

• We enjoyed three project presentations today. Isabel taught us about the artist, Salvador Dalí, Lola took us to Barcelona, Spain, and Carmen showed us the beautiful Islas Baleares off the coast of Spain.
• We reviewed the homework assignment by writing answers on the board and correcting them as a class.
• Students shared their news reports with one another and guessed if they were true stories or not. Several students shared their reports with the whole class.
• We did part of the homework assignment in class, so many people turned it in and won’t have any for tonight.

Tarea:

1. Don’t forget to turn in your permission to watch “El Norte.”
2. Complete Ex.3-19 on p. 90 of your textbook.

Spanish IV 05-19-08

· We began the day with fascinating presentations by Alicia on La Paz, Bolivia, and by Irma on the life and art of Francisco Botero.

· With partners, students then read an article called “Vuelo Con Impacto” on p. 88 in the textbook about the organization, Save the Children and how TV Univision anchor Myrka visited the child she sponsored in Honduras. Partners helped one another answer questions about the article to check for comprehension.

· We discussed the article, human rights in general, and other humanitarian organizations as a class.

· Maestra Range showed the class some quizzes on BK Nelson’s website to practice indirect object pronouns, the verb GUSTAR and other verbs that are similar in the way they are used.

Tarea:

1. Complete WB56 – Activity 3-7 and 3-8.

2. Have a parent or guardian sign your permission letter to watch the movie, El Norte, and turn it in as soon as possible.

Spanish II 05-19-08

· In 4th period, we began class by singing the happy birthday song, "Las Mananitas" to Isabel and Raquel.

· Maestra Range wrote the answers to p.62 in the blue packet randomly on the board and students tried to fill them in on their papers while she checked in homework.

· We reviewed the homework assignments to practice vocabulary and commands, and to review the present tense.

· Students took the Recognition Quiz to test their knowledge of the new vocabulary for this unit.

· Maestra Range passed out the pink list of questions that students will have to be ready to answer on Friday. We will be practicing answers to these questions all week so that by Friday, students will be able to score each other on how well and fluently they can answer using the preterite tense. Students wrote down their own answers to the first six questions, and practiced them with a partner.

· Maestra Range explained the homework assignment for tonight.

Tarea:

1. Complete p.65 in your WAVA book

2. Do Act.16 on p.168 in your textbook

3. Complete p.64 & 65 in the blue packet

Spanish II -5-16-08

• Students got back into their rehearsal groups to practice for their presentations one last time before the performance test.
• Everyone took the written test of the prepositions test, and then performed in groups to demonstrate the body motions.
• Maestra Range reviewed the green packet of homework and went over the vocabulary and meanings. She also explained the homework for tonight.
• In 2^nd period, we watched the GramActiva about affirmative “tù” commands.
• Students earned 30 minutes of Spanish games/movie time, so we watched Shrek in Spanish and played board games.

Tarea:

1. Complete the last page (page 3) of the green packet, filling in the grid for commands.
2. Complete the yellow 3B Practice worksheet.
3. Do the first page (p.61) of the blue packet to practice new vocabulary and the “yo” conjugations of verbs.

Spanish IV 05-16-08

· Ava presented her project about Zaragoza today.

· The class took the 3A Exam. The essay portion of the test is a “take home” test and is due on Monday. Several people finished their essay for the 2B Exam from last week.

· Maestra Range passed out the permission slips for watching the movie “El Norte” next week.

· As a reward for filling up the marble bottle, students got the privilege of 30 minutes of playing games in Spanish.

Tarea:

1. Finish the take home essay for the 3A Exam, writing about how the song that Gaby sings in “La Historia Oficial” relates to the main characters.

2. Have your parent/guardian sign the permission letter to view “El Norte.”

Spanish IV 05-15-08

· Students used their two truths and one lie that they wrote for homework and shared them in pairs. Using the subjunctive tense to express doubt or probability, students had the other person guess which was the lie and which were truths. Maestra Thurber-Brown explained the pattern of changing seats, and students switched partners several times.

· Maestra Range reviewed the homework from the textbook with the class. Students took turns reading their answers as they corrected their work.

· Ramiro presented his research project on guitarist Andre Segovia and performed on his own guitar for us. W also enjoyed a presentation by Dolores about Argentina.

· We played BINGO using words related to the government.

Tarea:

1. Study for the Exam 3A tomorrow. You will need to know the subjunctive, the vocabulary on p.83, impersonal expressions. Be sure to review the yellow “La Historia Oficial” worksheet and plan your essay about the song that Gaby sings and how it applies to the characters in the movie.

2. If you have not turned it in yet, have your parent/guardian sign your Progress Report and write a SMART goal.

Spanish II 05-14-08

· Maestra Range checked in the homework while students worked on Act. 19 on page 142 of the textbook, writing sentences using the preterite tense.

· We then reviewed the homework which was a green “Practica con los Verbos” worksheet.

· Students took the 3A Lesson Exam, and as they finished they began working on the “En la Ciudad” packet, completing written exercises and making flashcards about modes of transportation and places in a city.

· Maestra Range explained the homework assignment for tonight.

· In 4^th period, students read p.155 of the textbook and we did the activity on that page aloud as a class.

Tarea:

1. Complete the “En la Ciudad” packet and bring your flashcards to class tomorrow.

2. Do activity #1 on p. 154 of the textbook.

3. Bring back your Progress Report with a parent/guardian signature and a SMART goal.

Spanish IV 05-14-08

· Maestra Range distributed a short story called “Los Mejor Calzados” written by Luisa Valenzuela. Students read together in pairs and wrote down new vocabulary and questions about the story.

· Using the yellow handout on “La Historia Oficial,” students filled out information about the characters and, still working in pairs, began to analyze the song Gabi sings and how it applies to the lives of the three main characters. As part of this Friday’s exam, students will write a short essay (100 words) about this topic.

· Maestra Range explained that students can get up to 10 points of extra credit by playing games and quizzes at the website, conjuguemos.com. You can print out or email your results from the website by Friday.

· We enjoyed a presentation about the Galapagos Islands by Clara, and a presentation on Apathy Among the Youth of Uruguay by Camila.

· We reviewed some of the homework from Workbook 51.

Tarea:

1. In your WB51 packet, complete exercises 3-5 and 3-6.

2. Complete the yellow “La Historia Oficial” handout to prepare for your in-class essay on Friday.

3. Write 2 truths about yourself and a believable lie to use in a game tomorrow.

4. If you have not turned it in yet, have your parent/guardian sign your Progress Report and write a SMART goal.

Spanish II 05-13-08

· Maestra Range checked in the homework while students filled out their verb grids with the preterite conjugations of 11 more regular and irregular verbs.

· As a last minute practice before the quiz, we sang our “10 Little Preterites” song to help remember the irregular preterite conjugations.

· Students took the Quiz on preterite conjugations of regular and irregular verbs.

· We reviewed the homework and students took turns sharing their answers with the class.

· Maestra Range showed several U-tube videos of different open air markets in Latin America, including Otavalo market in Ecuador, Chichicastenango in Guatemala, Tonala market in Mexico, La Boqueria in Spain and a market in Oaxaca. Students identified fruits and vegetables and other items for sale, and listened to the sounds of the markets.

· In 2^nd period, students got into pairs and read the textbook p.148 about Open Air Markets aloud to one another and then worked together to write a mini-skit. Each group presented their dialogue in front of the class of a buyer and a seller at a market.

· In 4^th period, Maestra Range explained the homework, answered questions about the test tomorrow, and reviewed direct objects and how to use them. We did not have enough time to read p.148 about Open Air Markets, so students should read the article at home, as there are some test questions regarding this subject.

Tarea:

1. Complete the green “Practica con los Verbos” worksheet.

2. Study for tomorrow’s 3A Lesson Exam by reviewing:

· Preterite conjugations of regular and irregular verbs

· Vocabulary on p.152 of your textbook

· Direct Objects (see blue packet and textbook p.138)

3. Bring back your Progress Report with a parent/guardian signature and a SMART goal.

Spanish IV 05-13-08

· Students played Battleship with verbs conjugated in the subjunctive tense while Maestra Range checked in the homework.

· We reviewed the Crossword Puzzle that was assigned as homework, and went over the translated sentences that were also homework.

· We reviewed the 2B Exam from last week.

· Maestra Range showed students a Quia site where they can take a quiz on the movie “The Official Story” in Spanish.

· Maestra Thurber-Brown taught the class a new “toast” or saying. “Salud, amor y dinero, y el tiempo para disfrutarlas.”

· We enjoyed two more student project presentations. Esteban described the town of Tortuguero in Costa Rica, and Elena talked about the culture and history of Costa Rica.

· Maestra Range distributed and went over the homework assignment.

Tarea:

1. · Fill out the BINGO sheet called “El Gobierno” so we can play BINGO tomorrow.
2. · In your WB51 packet, complete exercises 3-2, 3-3 and 3-4.
3. · If you have not turned it in yet, have your parent/guardian sign your Progress Report and write a SMART goal.

Spanish IV 05-12-08

· We began class by putting together all written materials for students’ projects and turning them in for review. Maestra Thurber-Brown explained what to turn in the day of your project presentation.

· In groups of four, students discussed the movie, “The Official Story” by reviewing the questions in the homework assignment. We recapped group discussions by sharing with the class.

· We enjoyed the first two student project presentations. Mique described the life of Fidel Castro, and Nora told us about Puerto Vallarta.

· Maestra Range distributed and went over the homework assignment.

· Class ended early due to the Prom Assembly today.

Tarea:

1. · Complete the Crossword Puzzle to practice this lesson’s vocabulary.
2. · Complete the white page of translations.
3. · If you have not turned it in yet, have your parent/guardian sign your Progress Report and write a SMART goal.

Spanish II 05-12-08

· Today was a short day due to the Prom Assembly this morning.

· We began class by filling out a verb grid with the preterite conjugations of 10 regular and irregular verbs. Maestra Range checked in the homework while students were working.

· In 2^nd period, many people did not do their homework, so Maestra Thurber-Brown took almost half the class out in the hallway to work on their late assignments while Maestra Range reviewed the homework with those who did finish it. All students who completed the homework got a reward and earned points for the class as well.

· In 4^th period, students completed an oral partner exercise to practice the preterite tense by asking one another questions about what they did yesterday and answering according to pictures on the handout.

· Maestra Range explained the homework and reviewed what will be on tomorrow’s Quiz.

Tarea:

1. Complete all exercises in the yellow packet on the 2^nd and 3^rd pages: 3A-4 and 3A-5.

2. Study for tomorrow’s Quiz on the preterite conjugations of regular and irregular verbs. Study your pink sheet of verbs to prepare.

3. Bring back your Progress Report with a parent/guardian signature and a SMART goal. 2^nd period Progress Reports are due Wednesday. 4^th period Progress Reports were due today, so get yours in soon!

Spanish II 05-09-08

• Maestra Thurber-Brown is at a conference, so Maestra Range and Maestra Fowler taught class.
  
• Maestra Range set up classroom objects as props and used prepositions to describe where they were (under the chair, next to the eraser, in the bottle). She then asked students where various items were, and they answered.
• We reviewed the Hidden Ghosts sentences, and students wrote their sentences on the white board and on the small white boards so we could correct them as a class.
• We practiced our prepositions TPR rhyme.
• Students paired up with a partner to do an activity using prepositions. Using the room they drew with furniture in it last night as homework, students asked each other where certain items were and tried to draw their partner’s room.
• Maestra Range passed out a pink packet explaining the preterite irregular verbs. We reviewed it as a class and prepared to do Exercise A for homework.
• With a partner, students practiced the preterite tense by asking each other questions about what they did yesterday.
• In 2^nd period, we read an interesting cultural note from Schaum’s Spanish Vocabulary about the different words used for restroom in different Latin American countries.
• We reviewed the homework assignment, worksheet 3A-5 to practice using direct object pronouns.
• · We played BINGO using the irregular preterite verbs.

Tarea:

1. Complete the Tarea de Repaso worksheet (blue)
2. Do Exercise A (#1-20) on p.53 of the new pink packet about irregular preterite verbs
3. Complete Activty 15 on p.140 of the textbook
4. 4^th period only – Bring back your Progress Report with a parent/guardian signature and a SMART goal on Monday.

Spanish IV 05-09-08

• Maestra Thurber-Brown is at a conference today, so Maestra Range and Maestra Fowler taught class.

• Students wrote sentences about class rules in order to practice converting sentences using impersonal expressions with the infinitive to those needing the subjunctive. Several people shared their answers with the class.

• We ran out of time to review the homework (in order to have enough time to view the rest of the movie), so students just turned it in to be graded. The homework included WB 51, Act.3-1 (vocabulary), and Activity 3-11 in the textbook.

• We went over answers to questions about the movie from yesterday’s graphic organizer handout.

• We watched the rest of the movie, “The Offical Story,” and enjoyed the donuts Mique brought to share.

• We went over the homework due Monday including the exercises on the last page of the movie comprehension handout.

Tarea:

1. All printed material for project due.
2. Complete comprehension questions from movie AND the exercises on the last page. Students should come with lots of examples from movie.
3. Have your parent/guardian sign your Progress Report, and write a SMART goal.

Spanish IV 05-09-08

• Students wrote sentences about class rules in order to practice converting sentences using impersonal expressions with the infinitive to those needing the subjunctive. Several people shared their answers.
  
• We did not have enough time to review the homework (in order to be able to watch the rest of the movie), so students just turned it in to be graded. The homework included WB 51, Act.3-1 (vocabulary), and Activity 3-11 in the textbook.
• We went over answers to questions about the movie from yesterday’s graphic organizer handout.
• We watched the rest of the movie, “The Offical Story” and enjoyed the donuts Mique brought to share.
• We went over the homework due Monday including the exercises on the last page of the movie comprehension handout.

Tarea:

1. All printed material for project due.
2. Complete comprehension questions from movie AND the exercises on the last page. Students should come with lots of examples from movie.
3. Have your parent/guardian sign your Progress Report. Write a SMART goal related to your Progress Report.

Spanish IV 05-08-08

Español IV 05-08-08

· Maestra Thurber-Brown is at a conference today, so Maestra Range and our favorite substitute teacher, Maestra Fowler taught class.

· Today was Elena’s birthday, so we sang her the traditional birthday song in Spanish, “Las Mananitas.”

· Students wrote explanations of various protections and freedoms provided for in the International Declaration of Human Rights document and the rest of the class tried to guess which they were referring to when they read them out loud.

· Maestra Range checked the homework and went over the answers to Activity 3-2 on p.81 and Activity 3-10 in p.84.

· Maestra Range demonstrated how to print out Power Point presentation handouts for student projects next week. Use the Print menu to print a “handout” with “3” slides to a page, and print it in pure “black & white.”

· Maestra Range and Maestra Fowler handed out Progress Reports. Students will turn them back in to us on Monday, signed by a parent/guardian and with a SMART goal written on it.

· Maestra Range handed out a Human Rights workbook packet, a graphic organizer about the movie and explained the homework assignments.

· To prepare for watching the movie, we reviewed the story “map” students filled out for homework last night. We also discussed some of the questions from the handout. Then we watched the second part of “The Official Story.”

Tarea:

· Complete Derechos Humanos Workbook Packet WB 51, Activity 3-1.

· Do Activity 3-11, p.84 in the textbook.

· Fill out the graphic organizer “Los Personajes” about the movie.

· Have your parent/guardian sign your Progress Report and write a SMART goal. This is due on Monday, May 12.

Spanish II 05-08-08

Español II 05-08-08

1. To review vocabulary about places in the community and what we do on errands, students wrote sentences about the pictures on p. 134 of the textbook. (Maestra Range checked in the homework during this time). Students then shared this information in pairs by asking questions of one another. In 4^th period, each pair of students performed a short dialogue for the rest of the class.

2. We learned about direct object pronouns by reading p.138 aloud. Students then watched the GramActiva DVD to learn more and take the video quiz.

3. We sang our irregular preterite song several times.

4. We went over the homework including the yellow worksheet 3A-6 & 7 to practice irregular preterite verbs.

5. Students were given their Progress Reports. In 2^nd period, there was a computer error on most people’s sheets, so Maestra Range re-collected them and will give them out again when the correction is made.

6. Maestra Range explained the homework.

Tarea:

· Fill out your BINGO game sheet to practice irregular preterite verbs

· Complete the Direct Object Pronouns worksheet, 3A-5 (green)

· Draw sketches of the furniture in the room on the House worksheet (green) to prepare for an activity in class tomorrow.

· 4^th period only – Bring back your Progress Report with a parent/guardian signature and a SMART goal on Monday, May 12.