Next debate topics

Students, never fear, we will have more debates in the future.  As soon as we cover more chapters in our book, I promise we will have more debates.  Let’s work hard to accomplish as much as we can and stick to our course outline.  With that said, you should have read chapter 3 and 4 [...]

Another look at the debates.

Elizabeth II movie release on October 12th

Students, in chapter 2 we will be learning about the English monarchy and its conflict with the Spaniards.  Queen Elizabeth, Henry VIII’s daughter, is considered one of the most successful English ruler of all times.  Some even say she was a better ruler than her father. She is known as the “Virgin Queen” because she was [...]

Lesson Plan for week of August 27-31

Students, we are a little behind on our schedule so we have to spend things up. 
Monday
Objectives: Analyze who the best candidate is and why.
Agenda
1. Finish our presedential debate
Reminder:  Tuesday is open house so please bring your parents to meet me! 
Tuesday
Objectives: Describe the different reasons for exploration.
Agenda
1. Daily sparks
2. Power point presentation on the rest of [...]

Our Presidential Debate

On friday we had our own presidential debate in class.  I thought it went rather well.  I don’t know about you guys, but I thought our candidates were knowledgeable, professional, and believeable.  I was so amazed by them as well as by you the audience.  The whole class contributed to the lively discussion.  I know [...]

Election video ( more resource for you)

Art of the New World

art-of-the-new-world.ppt
This powerpoint is also from my cousin Sou.  Check out the art during this time period.

Jamestown Power point

historic-jamestowne.ppt
My cousin Sou was gracious enough to put this power point presentation together for me since she has been to the area and participated in the archaelogical excavation of the area.  This is just something extra for you to look at in case you are interested in Jamestown.

Chapter One Powerpoint

beginning-of-the-world.ppt
Students, here is the powerpoint on chapter one that I covered in class on Thursday.  I will finish up on Tuesday, August 28th.

Presidential Debates

This is not the most recent debate, but I thought it will be helpful to you as a source in our presidential debate on Friday!  Pay attention to the way each candidate answers the questions. Also, look at their body language.  Take some pointers from them when you are up in front of [...]