• English 4.6 – The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts.

• English 4.7 – The student will write for a variety of purposes.

• Science 4.9 – The student will investigate and understand how weather conditions and phenomena occur and can be predicted.

  
  

✅ "I Can" Statements:

• I can read nonfiction texts to gather information about weather.

• I can write an informational paragraph using facts I learned.

• I can include a diagram or image to help explain my topic.

  
  

🧠 Your Task:

1. Choose a weather topic (like tornadoes, hurricanes, or blizzards).

2. Use 2 nonfiction sources (books or websites) to gather facts.

3. Write a paragraph explaining your weather phenomenon.

4. Add one image, chart, or diagram.

5. Post your paragraph and visual to our Padlet board with a fun title.

   
   

🎯 Student Responsibility:

• Conduct research independently or with a partner.

• Cite sources by including the title or website at the bottom of your post.

• English 4.7 – The student will write for a variety of purposes.

• VS.4 – The student will demonstrate knowledge of life in the Virginia colony.

  
  

✅ "I Can" Statements:

• I can compare and contrast life in Colonial Virginia with life today.

• I can organize my thinking using a Venn diagram.

• I can write a well-organized paragraph using comparing words (like "both," "but," "unlike").

  
  

🧠 Your Task:

1. Think about what life was like in Colonial Virginia.

2. Use a Venn diagram to compare your life today with a colonial child’s life.

3. Write a paragraph explaining at least 3 key similarities or differences.

4. Upload your Venn diagram and paragraph to Padlet.

   
   

🎯 Student Responsibility:

• Use evidence from what we’ve read or discussed in class.

• Include at least 3 comparing words in your writing.

• Use complete sentences and check your spelling.

• English 4.7 – The student will write and present for a specific audience.

• VS.4 – The student will describe life in Colonial Virginia.

  
  

✅ "I Can" Statements:

• I can work with my group to research a Colonial Virginia topic.

• I can write and perform a skit that teaches others about the topic.

• I can use props, visuals, or costumes to bring history to life.

  
  

🧠 Your Task:

1. With your group, choose a topic about life in Colonial Virginia (like schools, jobs, clothing, or food).

2. Write a short script (about 2 minutes) based on facts you learn.

3. Create props, signs, or costumes to help explain your topic.

4. Record your "Living Museum" performance on video.

5. Upload your video to Padlet.

6. Watch and comment on two other groups’ projects.

   
   

🎯 Student Responsibility:

• Share the work fairly in your group (writing, designing, performing).

• Respect others' ideas and listen during collaboration.

• Use your voice and body to act clearly and confidently.