6th grade
December 2015
MIDDLE YEARS PROGRAM
For more information on the MYP
Program, please refer to the website:
http://www.eastiron.org/staff/ischmidt
------------------------------------------Mathematics
Comparing Bits and Pieces and
Decimals Operations: Operational
relationships influence quantities in our
number system
Learner profile trait of the month: Openminded: We critically appreciate our own cultures and
personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of
others. We seek and evaluate a range of points of view,
and we are willing to grow from the experience.
What is a decimal? How are decimals
related to fractions? How are decimals
related to percents? How do you carry
out operations with decimals? Is it
easier to calculate with decimals or
fractions? What representation is
better; fraction, decimal or percent?
Assessment: Test
------------------------------------------Individuals and Societies (SS)
A river runs through it! - The first
complex civilizations developed
systems such as religion, social
structure, government, cities, scientific
innovations and writing.
Why did the first civilizations arise near
rivers? How did the first agriculturalists
meet their needs and wants? How
were the earliest civilization similar?
Did agriculture lead to social and
economic inequity?
The holiday season is a perfect time to practice being
an open-minded learner by:
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Assessment: DBQ
------------------------------------------Language and Literature (ELA)
Hero’s Journey: Every hero's journey
begins with a single step.
What attributes make a hero? How far
would you go to survive? Are heroes
always the “good” guys?
Assessment: Given multiple texts,
students will identify character traits
and explain in well-organized essay
how the actions, experiences and
personality lead them to heroism.
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Encourage your child to try out new things; new food, new
games, and new activities.
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Expose your child to different festivals, celebrations, and
traditions and be sure to present them in a non-judgmental way.
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Introduce literature about many different cultures into your
home library. The school library and community library have
many different resources.
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Encourage your child to really listen to others when they
speak.
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Celebrate the diversity in our community. Learn about new
cultures together. Ask them questions such as what did they learn
about other countries or cultures that they didn’t know before?
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December 2015
Sciences
Earth’s Place in the Universe:
Systems within space follow patterns
to promote a balanced environment.
How does gravity impact our
universe? How do patterns in our
universe help to predict change?
What would be the consequence of a
universe without gravity?
Assessment: Students will respond to
an open-ended task in which they will
postulate what would occur if the
force of gravity were to change. They
will share their knowledge and
thinking in writing using contentspecific vocabulary.
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Language Acquisition (LOTE)
French, Italian, Spanish
It's not easy being green (Adjectives):
The identity of an adjective follows a
pattern when you communicate
gender.
In general, what does an "e" at the
end of an adjective indicate?
How do I modify an adjective to make
it masculine or feminine?
What is my most important character
trait and why?
Assessment: My Passport
------------------------------------------Design (Health and FACS)
Goal Setting and Planning: Vision
boards that are designed to meet an
individual’s goal requirements can
increase their ability to successfully
achieve their goals.
What is a SMART goal? Why does
goal setting and planning help you
achieve your goal? Should you attain
every goal you set?
Assessment: Vision Board
------------------------------------------Physical Education
Check January Newsletter for an
MYP unit
IB Friends – Mentoring with Eastridge Students
On December 3 and 4, students from Eastridge will visit again during QRT.
These meetings are called “IB Friends” and will meet four times throughout
the year. They will be discussion-based and allow the Eastridge and EIMS
students to share skills necessary for success as related to the IB learner
profile. The students will also have a chance to practice some of the AVID
strategies that they have learned such as Philosophical Chairs or Socratic
Seminars.
Our goal of IB Friends is to provide the background knowledge and support
needed to complete the Community Project required in 8th grade. The
culminating experience for MYP is a Community Project which will allow your
child to experience service learning and take action in our community. More
information will be shared as your child continues their education at EIMS.
Music
Art
Music Technology: Technology
has changed the way in which we
compose, record and present
music.
Clay Coil Pots: An artist must be
willing to innovate and incorporate
personal style when creating art forms
for presentation.
What is music technology? How
has music technology changed the
way in which we develop and
record sound? Are we becoming
too dependent on music
technology?
What is innovation? Why do artists
present their artwork? How does
personal style influence the creation of
work?
Assessment: Clay coil pot
Assessment: Listen and respond
to a range of tracks
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