P1 World Geograpy

Students will review weather and climate and make a climate graph. Today Ms.Fowlkes reviewed with us about the affects of latitude, elevation, and water proximity on climate. We also studied a climate graph of sao Paulo, Brazil. It showed Temperature and precipitation. Then we created a graph.Well I'm out peace!

P1 World Geograpy

P3WORLD GEOGRAPHY

Today my teacher was out ,so we did not have an objective.We did a worksheet on Booker T. Washington.He was born during slavery time.In 1863,after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued,his family was realesed from slavery.He walked 500 miles to Hampton and took a train the remaining 60 miles.Booker T. Washington was admited into Hampton, Viginia college when he took a broom and swept the room clean.Booker T.Washington is a man a will try to remember.

p3 WORLD GEOGRAPHY

Today in Mrs. Fowlkes class we had did a study guide. We had reviewed on the five themes of geography.We mostly talked about location.There are two types of location,absolute and relative location.Absolute location is the exact spot on earth where a place can be found.Relative location where it is in relation to others places.

P! World Geography

Objective: Students will explore the effects of climate and weather on people and the environment.
Today the groups presented their GISTs. We discussed what makes climates vary. We talked about the effects of ocean and wind currents. We read and discuss how weather reporters use satellites to predict weather patterns. We also talked about hurricanes and tropical cyclones. What did you learn from the activities of today? Think about it and let me know.

p3 WORLD GEOGRAPHY

Today in MRS. Fowlkes class we had to go back over "THE FIVE THEMES OF GEOGRAPHY" THE five themes of geography are location,place,region,movement,and interaction.Location allows you to discuss places in the world in terms everyone can understand.Places can have human characteristics.A region is a group of places that have pysical fetures.Movement is when people,goods,and ideas move from one place to another.Interaction occurs because humans depend on,adapt to,and modify the world around them.This is all we got to today.

P1 World Geography

Objective: Students will work in small groups to read and discuss the effects of weather and climate on humans and the environment.
Working in small groups, students examined topics in the text about weather and climate. What is the difference between weather and climate? How does weather affect human activity? What makes climates vary? Let me hear your thoughts! What did you learn today?

p3 World Geography

7 GRADE OBJECTIVE:Sudents will explore the climate &plant life of the worlds natural regions............ Today in .Mrs.Fowlkes class we did fodables of the ten natural regions of the world.the ten natural regions are:tropical rain forest,tropical grassland,mediterrean,temperature forest,cool forest,cool grassland,desert,tundra,artic,&high mountains.a natural region has its own unique combianation of plant and animal life and climate. I learned all about natural regions.

P1 World Geography

Today in Social Studies we started reading and researching for our school museum project. We read about what events led up to the Harlem Renaissance. It was a time after WWI when blacks began losing ground. They responded by fighting back and developing the ideals of PAN AFRICANISM. Marcus Garvy was a leader in this movement and he started the United Negro Improvement Association.Well I'm out. PEACE! I want you all to join my blog called PEACE ROCKS!

P3 World Geography

Today in Mrs.Fowlkes class some students had to complete there test.Then we studied some African American art.The test was simple to me because we got a chance to use our books.Some people are having a hard time taking the test even when using the book.Therefore this is the end of the lesson.

P7 Ancient World History

Today student completed an ARI reading strategy to read and further understand the development of human life and culture in Africa. They also created a visual image from the passage that they read. What do you remember about you passage? Did you create an image? What was the image?

P6 Anciant World History

Today students demonstrated their knowledge of prehistoric people and the development of agricultural villages. Tell me what you remembered about this? Was the mastery of fire or the emergence of spoken language more important in the process of human development?

P5 Ancient World History

Today we explored some of the history of Ancient Egypt by viewing and discussing the animated film, The Prince of Egypt. What did you notice about the architectural projects? What power did the Pharaoh have? What did they believe about God? What river was the baby found in?

P4 World Geography

Hello Bloggers!! How was your experience today? Students used a reading strategy called a GIST (generating interaction between student and text) to read and report information about our planet earth and its relationship with the sun. Some students explored time zones and why there are different ones. What did you learn that stuck?

P3 World Geography

Today students will demonstrate what they have learned about the five themes of geography and cultural regions of the world. Do you best and let me know your thoughts!

P1 World Geography

Today in Social Studies we got into groups and were assigned different assignments. Ms Fowlkes told us we will be studying the Harlem Renaissance. We will also be doing some arts & crafts for this project tomorrow. Well I'm out. PEACE!

P3 World Geography

Objective: student will analyze charateristics of region for factor that are important to change.
Today we completed our study guides about culture regions, cultural change and interdependence. What did you learn about the relationship between the U.S. and the Middle East? What did you learn about the U.S. and Canada? Tell we what you think about your experience in class today?

P1 World Geography

Students will work in small groups to resd,investigate, and describe the seen and unseen processes that shape our envioronment.I'm gone. PEACE!

P1 World Geography

Wat up P1 Bloggers it's LadyJaja2010 the class blogger. Today Mz. Fowlkes wasn't here and Mr. D was our substitute, he handed us a work sheet and it was about Benjamin Banneker. He was an architect and also helped design Washington D.C.. Then Mrs. Jones came and the class got alittle loud(you know u did).Well I'm gone. PEACE!

P1 World Geography

Wat up P1 Classmates this is Jahina -class blogger. Today we got into small groups and were assigned different topics.We also decided who's doing what in our groups. What did you think of today. Tell me what u got 2 say. I got 2 go. PEACE!

P3 World Geography

Objective: Students will examine regional characters for factors of importance in change.

Today in SS class we examined cultural differences between Indian and British soldiers which led to a revolt by the Indian soldiers. What was the main idea of the passage? What is a cultural region? Let me hear what you thought of today's lesson?

Brian, Class Blogger

Fun day

Wat up classmates today was pretty fun we first we tookour test and then Mz. fowlkes gave us an anouncement about face painting and nail painting

P7 World History

Today, students completed the enrichment activity and reviw for a test. We also did our history rap. So, tell me your thoughts!!!!

P6 World History

Today students in World History compared and contrasted Cro Magnon and Homo Habilis. We also reviewed for a quiz on Wednesday. What did you learn today and are you prepared for the test on tomorrow? I need to hear from you!!!

P5 World History

Today we continued our enrichment and review activity on the development of prehistoric people. We began reviewing for a test. Let me hear from you and don't forget to study for your test on Thursday.

P4 World Geography

Today students completed their foldables and decorated them artistically. They looked really nice. Tell me what you know about the five themes of geography?

P3-World Geography

Today students compared map projections, small and large scale maps. We also read and discussed latitude and longitude lines. What are other names for latitude and longitude lines? What are the names of some of the map projections that we compared today? What's the difference between large and small scale maps? Let me hear your thoughts!!

P1 World Geography

Extended stay in the cafeteria and then on to homeroom for SGA elections and finally to WG class. What are your thoughts on today's first period activities.

P7 World History

Categorizing characteristics and achievements of prehistoric man is what the class did today. What did you learn about the development of mankind? What were the Neolithic and Paleolithic Ages? What lead to the development of agriculture and how did it spread? I look forward to reading your ideas and reflections.

P6 World History

Today we read and discussed the origins and development of prehistoric people. We read, discussed and plotted a class timeline of the Neolithic and Paleolithic periods. We discussed the fossil of Lucy, tools and artifacts found by archaeologists at excavations sites in East Africa.

P5 World History

Today, we completed and enrichment activity categorizing characteristics and achievements of prehistoric man. We compared and contrasted the Neolithic and Paleolithic Ages as well as examined the cause and spread of agriculture during the Neolithic Revolution.

P4 World Geography

Today we started making foldables. They describe the five themes of geography. These themes help us to unify the ideas of geography. The foldables list each theme, a characteristic and example that relates to that particular theme. I look forward to hearing your thoughts about this creative activity.

P3-World Geography

Today we conpleted foldables on the five themes of geography. Some of you are really artistic. I like the designs that you made. Students then began reading about the five fields of learning that make up Social Studies. I want to hear what you thought about our activities in class.

P1 World Geography

Today we examined the movements of the earth as it relates to the theme of location. Discussion was held on the rotation, revolution and tilt of the earth. Also, we examined lines of latitude and longitude to find the absolute location of places on the globe. What did you learn from our reading and discussion? Do you know why the seasons change?

P3 Law and our Legal System

We have read about and discussed the importance of having laws in our society. It is necessary to have laws in order to protect our rights to life, liberty and property. If rules and laws are not followed, then our freedoms are threatened. It is our each citizen's responsibility to know the rules and laws so that we can follow them. This applies to school, home and community. It is up to each of us to keep our communities safe and free from crime. What do you think about rules and laws? How do you think your life would be without rules or laws? Let me hear what you think?

P1 - Roles of Citizens

We've completed a lesson on citizenship and the many roles that we play as citizens. We show civic virtue when we work for the "common good" or the good of all citizens instead of focusing on what we personally want and need. What roles do you play as citizens of your nation, state, community, etc.? What type of citizen are you? Do you uphold your responsibility? In what ways do you work for the common good? Let me hear what you have to say.

P4 - Law and our Legal System

We have read and discussed laws that govern our society. Philosopher John Locke believed that we are born with the rights of life, liberty and property and the government is charged with the protection of these rights? What do you think about it? Does having laws create more freedom or less? Should you be able to exchange songs online without paying any money to the artist? If you were an artist, would you want to be paid for your creations or would you do it just because you like to? Let me hear what your thoughts are and what you've learned from the lesson.

P1 - Citizenship

Citizenship means being a member of a country or other group. When you are a member of something that means that you follow the rules of that group or organization. How do people become citizens of a country? What are some of the duties and responsibilities of being a citizen? What are the different roles that we play as citizens? Our government needs us to be good citizens by paying taxes, following laws, serving on a jury or in the military. Could America be a great country to live in if citizens did not perform these duties? What do you think life would be like if we didn't perform our duties and responsibilities as citizens?

P4 - Government's Role in the Economy

We will explore how the government affects the economy. What responsibilities do the government have? How does the government affect the business cycle? What is national debt? Should the government be allow to build up debt? What do you think?

P3- Economics and the American Economy

This week we will read, discuss, explore and answer questions about how the American Economy works. What is free about a free market economy? What is supply and demand? What role does government play in a free market economy? Tell me what you have learned from your studies. Are there any questions that you have that went unanswered?

P3 & P4 The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

We are viewing the movie entitled "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" as part of The Big Read sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts. The setting of the story is in the 1830's. Examine Tom's life and adventures and compare them to the life of a child in the in the 21's century. What things are similar? What things are different? Why do you think that the author created Tom's character as an orphan? Do you think he would have had such adventures if he lived with his mother and father? Are there advantages to being and orphan? Are there advantages to growing up with two parents? What else did you learn about American history from viewing this film?

P1 - Becoming Great Debaters

We are watching the film "The Great Debaters" starring Denzel Washington. Our goal is to learn debate techniques. This film also delves into the issues of workers' rights and civil rights. What did Professor Tolsen teach them about who was the judge and their opponents? What did he mean about beginning the debate with the affirmative? What else did you learn from viewing this film?

P4 - U.S Constitution

Today we read, discussed and answered questions about the constitutional convention and the founding fathers. We also re-read the passage on Asa Phillip Randolph. Write a reflection and tell me what you remembered. What stood out as important to you?

U.S. Constitution

The U.S. Constitution of the United States is the plan of government for our country. It is the supreme law of the land and was adopted in 1789. Much debate and compromise was necessary to develop the U.S. Constitution. It is still in use today.

Debating the Issues

SHOULD THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GIVE PARENTS VOUCHERS FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL TUITION?

7th Social Studies HWJ Blog

Hello FMHS 7th Grade Social Studies Students:

Welcome to our Home Work Journal (HWJ) Blog. You may begin blogging your HWJ reflections here daily. If you choose to do a weekly expository or descriptive essay... you may blog it here as well. I look forward to hearing your reflections on our class experiences.