We reviewed what we have been learning about the differences between Sparta and Athens today by completing a worksheet where facts were presented and students needed to label them as characteristics of Sparta, Athens, or both.
There will be a short quiz on Thursday (3/28) about the Ancient Greece unit, which we will review for tomorrow.
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Monday, March 25, 2013
Mar 25, 2013 Sparta vs Athens
Homework: Answer the following question: How are Sparta and Athens similar to and different than our society today?
Today in class we reviewed the many differences between Sparta and Athens. We compiled a two column chart in our notebooks that listed all of the differences discussed in class.
We focused on what the two different societies expected of their citizens. Sparta expected their citizens to be the best soldiers they could possibly be and to give their life to the city. In Athens, they expected people to focus on education, new ideas, and the arts.
Homework for tomorrow is to answer the following question....
Today in class we reviewed the many differences between Sparta and Athens. We compiled a two column chart in our notebooks that listed all of the differences discussed in class.
We focused on what the two different societies expected of their citizens. Sparta expected their citizens to be the best soldiers they could possibly be and to give their life to the city. In Athens, they expected people to focus on education, new ideas, and the arts.
Homework for tomorrow is to answer the following question....
How are Sparta and Athens similar to and different than our society today?
The question needs to be answered as a complete paragraph with opening and concluding sentences.
Friday, March 22, 2013
March 22, 2013 Current Events
Today in class we had current events. Students presented their articles and we followed it up with CNN student news. We had some awesome articles! A few people presented about a champion break dancing six year old! A few others presented on an article about Japan creating a new form of energy using methane molecules trapped in ice and mud in the ocean. Very interesting!
Next week we will continue to work on the differences and conflicts between Athens and Sparta!
Next week we will continue to work on the differences and conflicts between Athens and Sparta!
Thursday, March 21, 2013
March 21, 2013 Sparta vs Athens
Today in class we began looking at the differences between Athens and Sparta. The list is a long one! We watched a couple of funny videos from Horrible Histories that highlighted the differences in an amusing way, see below!
As discussed Spartans were completely militaristic and focused on being the best warriors they could possibly be, while the Athenians were much more interested in thought, the arts, creativity, etc. The major differences likely spurred the continuous conflict between the two societies. Next week we will continue looking at the two groups and will discuss their conflict further.
DON'T FORGET!!!! Some of you have current events tomorrow! I need your completed template and presentation (if you have one) by tonight! Share it with me via google docs.
As discussed Spartans were completely militaristic and focused on being the best warriors they could possibly be, while the Athenians were much more interested in thought, the arts, creativity, etc. The major differences likely spurred the continuous conflict between the two societies. Next week we will continue looking at the two groups and will discuss their conflict further.
DON'T FORGET!!!! Some of you have current events tomorrow! I need your completed template and presentation (if you have one) by tonight! Share it with me via google docs.
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
March 20, 2013 Democracy in Ancient Greece
Today we went over our Democracy Worksheets (1st hour we will go over this tomorrow). After reviewing the worksheet, we reviewed democracy in Ancient Athens versus the United States using our Greece power point.
Then the fun started! We did a democracy simulation where I gave cards out only to the boys which stated their position in society. Only certain members could vote, and NONE of the girls could vote. Of course, I didn't tell them we were doing a simulation and just a posed a question and responded to suggestions based on how they would be reacted to in Ancient Athens. Some of the boys were not happy, and the girls were DEFINITELY not happy! But it was a great reality check about what things were really like back then.
Tomorrow we will begin discussing the difference between Sparta and Athens.
Then the fun started! We did a democracy simulation where I gave cards out only to the boys which stated their position in society. Only certain members could vote, and NONE of the girls could vote. Of course, I didn't tell them we were doing a simulation and just a posed a question and responded to suggestions based on how they would be reacted to in Ancient Athens. Some of the boys were not happy, and the girls were DEFINITELY not happy! But it was a great reality check about what things were really like back then.
Tomorrow we will begin discussing the difference between Sparta and Athens.
Monday, March 18, 2013
March 18, 2013 Ancient Greek Vocab
Happy Monday! Today in class we finished up our Greek mythology plays. I will get them posted as soon as I figure out the best way to share them....
We signed up for this trimester's current events presentations. The final ones for the year! Due dates for everyone's presentations are on the calendar below. The link to the template can be found to the right under helpful links and can also be found in your drive. DON'T FORGET: The article summary needs to be in your own words and 5-7 sentences long and your personal reaction section should be 5-7 sentences long. Also, fill in the template completely and use your creativity with presentations!
After signing up we reviewed vocabulary for Ancient Greece. Some of it we had seen already and some of it was new. The words are below:
We signed up for this trimester's current events presentations. The final ones for the year! Due dates for everyone's presentations are on the calendar below. The link to the template can be found to the right under helpful links and can also be found in your drive. DON'T FORGET: The article summary needs to be in your own words and 5-7 sentences long and your personal reaction section should be 5-7 sentences long. Also, fill in the template completely and use your creativity with presentations!
After signing up we reviewed vocabulary for Ancient Greece. Some of it we had seen already and some of it was new. The words are below:
- Peninsula: An area of land almost completely surrounded by water and connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land
- Acropolis: The fortified, or strengthened, hill of an ancient Greek city
- Aristocrat: A member of a rich and powerful family
- Tyrant: A ruler who takes power by force
- Democracy: A form of government in which citizens govern themselves
Vocab sheets are due tomorrow with the above words!
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Mar 12, 2012 Greek Mythology Readers Theatre
Today in class I introduced our next activity.....drumroll.....Greek mythology Readers Theatre! I must admit I am super excited about this activity. Everyone had such a good time with it today. The class was broken up into 5 groups and each group received a set of scripts for a certain myth. After parts were assigned everyone started practicing. Here are some shots of groups in action....
Plays will be performed on Thursday and groups need props for their plays, so if you need to bring anything in do so as soon as possible. Good luck!
Plays will be performed on Thursday and groups need props for their plays, so if you need to bring anything in do so as soon as possible. Good luck!
Monday, March 11, 2013
Mar 11, 2013 Current Events
Happy Monday! Daylight savings time is killing some of us....
Since we had the basketball game on Friday we moved Current Events to today. We had a couple of really interesting articles! Mothers in the Nordic countries leave their babies in carriages to sleep.....outside in below freezing weather! Apparently the babies are fine and parents there believe it keeps them healthier and helps them sleep longer. Not something I would like to try!
We watched CNN student news and some highlights from the awesome basketball game this weekend!
Tomorrow we will continue learning about Ancient Greece.
Since we had the basketball game on Friday we moved Current Events to today. We had a couple of really interesting articles! Mothers in the Nordic countries leave their babies in carriages to sleep.....outside in below freezing weather! Apparently the babies are fine and parents there believe it keeps them healthier and helps them sleep longer. Not something I would like to try!
We watched CNN student news and some highlights from the awesome basketball game this weekend!
Tomorrow we will continue learning about Ancient Greece.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Mar 6, 2013 Ancient Greece
Middle of the week already! Today we continued with our study of Ancient Greece. We discussed what Greek's ate, grew, and more about their daily lives. It was so interesting to see how different, yet similar, our cultures are! Many of you were cringing in your seats when discussing that they ate a lot of octopus and squid.....
Tomorrow we will continue our discussions of life in Ancient Greece and will look at Greek mythology.
Don't forget to turn in your test re-do's if you would like questions re-graded!
Tomorrow we will continue our discussions of life in Ancient Greece and will look at Greek mythology.
Don't forget to turn in your test re-do's if you would like questions re-graded!
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