Cuarto Grado 2020-2021-Doble Idioma Assignments

"Forgiveness means that you forgive those who have done wrong. You accept that people make mistakes. It is the ability to move past being injured, and allow yourself to reconcile with the person who hurt you. Forgiveness can often be seen as a selfless act, but it also carries many benefits for those who practice it. Those who demonstrate forgiveness have the ability to move forward after someone has hurt them. Forgiveness is often rooted in the idea that all people are valuable and worthy of a second chance. Many who forgive have the ability to consider things from another’s perspective." (Jeff Bryan, Executive Director and Co-Founder of The Positivity Project)


Forgiveness Project Guidelines
1. Create a 2+ minute presentation to teach me and others the meaning of forgiveness 
(answer the following questions related to forgiveness: What, why, when, where, how, who)
2. You can use any medium to showcase/present your project such as: create a website, screencast video, podcast, tell it as a story, explainer video, videotape a skit/role-play, write a book, write and sing a song, etc,...
3. Do not forget to upload your document once it is completed and click submit or turn in
4. Be ready to present

https://www.solarschools.net/knowledge-bank/energy/types/motion
https://justenergy.com/blog/potential-and-kinetic-energy-explained/


PROJECT (Choose 3 different types of energy)


1. Write a 2+ paragraph composition to explain the different types of energy you chose to become an expert on
2. Use pictureS/drawings/illustrations to show how each type of energy work
3.  Explain how humans/animals use these types of energy in their "daily" lives

A. Use math textbook for definitions
B. Use your knowledge to define in your own word
C. Use internet for examples/pictures


Activities to do:
a. Define the word using a math dictionary 
b. Define it in your own words in simpler terms 
c. Draw/Insert a picture or an example of the word

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LESSON: FORGIVENESS | Lesson 5 Authentic Apologies Theme: When I apologize, I am sincere.
Watch (video read aloud) Sorry by Trudy Ludwig
Answer The Assigned Questions providing support from text and personal connections

Complete the form with information you learned from Mystery Science video and articles

💯  Quiz In Space, Can Anyone Hear You Scream?
2. Read the assigned article (link), write a summary (2 paragraphs) stating what you learned and include any WOW facts that surprised you.
In Space, Can Anyone Hear You Scream? BY MATT SONIAKhttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/24107/space-can-anyone-hear-you-scream

💯  QUIZ Lesson 3 The Brain, Anger and Hot Feelings  My brain and body respond to anger and forgiveness.
Identify what happens in their brains when you’re angry and in your bodies when you’re feeling strong emotions
1. Think about a time when you were so angry with someone. Share an example. 
2. How did you feel? How did you react?
3. How does your body feel when you are angry?

Use math textbook for definitions
Use your knowledge to define in your own word

Use internet for examples/pictures


Activities to do:a. Define the word using a math dictionary b. Define it in your own words in simpler termsc. Draw/Insert a picture or an example of the word

Listen to Desmond and the Very Mean Word​ ​(video read aloud) (https://youtu.be/CC87FFdBvVM)



Answer the following questions about diversity, respect, compassion, and the meaning of forgiveness:

Please click the link to go to this assignment.

Refer to Mystery Science video for information

💯  Quiz Lesson 1 of 3 How far can a whisper travel? Sound, Waves, & Communication
1. Watch Mystery Science video
2. Write a summary of the video and 3 facts that you learned

Lesson 1 of 3 How far can a whisper travel? Sound, Waves, & Communication
1. Watch Mystery Science video

HEALTH (Social Emotional Learning): 💯  - Quiz FORGIVENESS | Lesson 1 What is Forgiveness?
Theme: Forgiveness is a gift you give yourself. 1. Watch -  Scarlett Lewis Intro Video to Forgiveness (https://vimeo.com/457514085) 
Forgiveness According to Kids (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1wqyFiiTvI) 2.  This week we will start the Choose Love unit on forgiveness.
“Forgiveness is when you choose to stop feeling angry at someone and decide not to act in a negative or harmful way toward that person, and move on with your personal power intact. It does not mean forgetting, nor does it mean that what the person did to you is okay.”3. Reflect-Write about a time when it was difficult to forgive someone in your life.-How did you feel when you were able to forgive? -If you haven’t forgiven, read the quote written above and consider forgiveness from this perspective. What do you think this quote means? - Explain what "forgiveness" means to you

- Create a Thank You Card for your mom, dad, and/or adult caretaker, letting them know what you are grateful for. 
- Be Creative and take a picture of it to submit as your final project for Health/SEL

- Take a picture, upload and submit

Please click the link to go to this assignment.

https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/landslide.html
 


Make an illustration with captions and write a plan listing the steps that must be taken to survive a landslide

Listen to read aloud a true story about a woman from Kenya named Wangari Maathai.Slide:​ Wangari’s Trees of Peace​ b​y Jeanette Winter (​https://youtu.be/08PbLwOtZJA)​

ONE paragraph (5-7) sentences expected for EACH question

➢ acknowledge that gratitude can help us accept diversity.
➢ practice ‘putting themselves in someone else’s shoes’ (empathy)
Explain how being grateful for what we have and having empathy towards others makes us better people.

Listening to read aloud, The Big Umbrella, and writing and drawing about who would be under their umbrella. Celebrate differences and reinforce that we are all the same on the inside. Watch a video about a man who is physically disabled but so grateful for who he is. ​Nick Vujicic: Attitude Of Gratitude
The Big Umbrella​ by Amy June Bates​ (​ video read aloud) (​https://youtu.be/c8g0363DaEU)​
Nick Vujicic: Attitude Of Gratitude​ (​ video of grateful disabled man talking to students) https://youtu.be/Lm9BG712jdY

Watch video lesson and activity

Answer questions providing support from reading assignment and video lesson/activity

Watch read aloud of "JUST ASK, Be Different, Be Brave, Be You​ by Sonia Sotomayor (​ Video read aloud)
(​https://youtu.be/q4sGcaA6bFk​)"

Answer the following questions
1. “Why is it important for us to celebrate differences?”
2. “Have you ever felt like you ‘don’t belong’ or were not included in a group because you were different? How did that feel?”
3. “Think about a time when you felt uncomfortable around someone who was different from you? Sometimes we feel awkward when we meet or see someone who we don’t understand about. What does the author say to do about that?”
4. “What did you notice about the characters? What about you?”

https://www.wired.com/2015/07/2500-tons-rock-fell-off-half-dome-nobody-noticed/
Do you agree with the following statement from the article:
"But what makes the cracks snap is a mystery. In this case, Stock guesses that rain might be the culprit. "Water can get in the cracks, build pressure and push outward," he says."

Provide support from own research and from the article read.

Answer all questions and complete activity

https://kami.app/csDlZDXIJtI8

FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE DOCUMENT

Please, Complete It by Wednesday Night.

Support answers with information from video lesson

SCIENCE: 💯 - Test SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGE 2021 PBL
Answer the following questions:
1. What kinds of possible solutions already exist for COVID19 PPE littering cleanup?
Please make sure everything is in your own words.
Make sure you cite ALL your sources.
2. What did you find out about your problem (PPE Littering) that you didn’t know before?

Our thoughts, feelings, and actions all work together. Gratitude helps us choose our thoughts and how we respond.
Answer the following questions provide support from read aloud and personal experiences
Write 1-2 paragraphs per question (7-10 sentences per paragraph)
1. “How did Nelson Mandela show courage throughout his life? How did he show gratitude? What other character traits did he show?”
2. “He was put In prison for 27 years for speaking up for freedom. a) Can you imagine how you would feel if this happened to you? b) Can you empathize with Mr. Mandela? c) How would you feel, angry, resentful? d)Do you think you would find gratitude like he did?
3. “How does Nelson Mandela contribute to the common good? How have his actions changed the world?”
Use the following links to access videos of read aloud
Listening to read aloud of book Nelson Mandela​ b​y Kadir Nelson and using support from story's read aloud
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7uXmOd_9xY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNzu_tKScZE

-Choose 2 ideas you have researched to educate others on not littering PPE for COVID-19 around Jersey City.
*Design a prototype/sample of your TWO ideas that will be shared with others or displayed around the school/community on ways to combat COVID19 littering.
**YOU MUST Create a sample (actual) of your brochure, flyer, poster, reusable mask, or any other idea you might have
***Write a clear and specific list of all the materials/supplies needed in order to make your idea come true.
****Write a step-by-step list of all the necessary procedures/steps we must to follow in order to copy your work and obtain the same results as you did.

Please choose one of the slides and write a thank you note and your comments for Mr. Bauer. I will be sharing this document with him by the end of the day Wednesday.

HEALTH (Social Emotional Learning):
1. 💯 Write your own affirmation after watching: ​(video) "zero"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPc5Q6YS10A&feature=youtu.be
and “I Am Me”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8Sv3CitPks&list=RD7uzynHWxn5Q&index=4

AFFIRMATION: “An affirmation is a statement you say quietly to yourself to help you focus your thoughts and feelings in a positive way. We can use affirmations to build courage and practice gratitude.”

***Exemplary Affirmation
I can do anything I put my mind to.
I believe in myself.
I accept who I am.
I am unique.
I give myself permission to make mistakes.
My voice matters.
I am important.
I deserve to be happy.
I have people who love and respect me.
I stand up for what I believe in.
My positive thoughts create positive feelings.

“Let those affirmations flow over your heart.”

DEFINE ALL VOCABULARY TERMS USING MATH WORKBOOK AND ONLINE DICTIONARY RESOURCES

1. 💯 TEST - Gratitude for Myself
Listen to "The Message in the Mirror" by Katrina Denise (video read aloud)
(https://youtu.be/Iz39_aZGKM4)
Choose 3 Discussion Questions to answer
“What are some of Aria’s gifts that she could be grateful for but doesn’t see?”
“I wonder what she sees when she looks into the mirror?, Why do you think she sees this?”
“What is the gray patch in the mirror?”
“What is Aria’s self-talk when she speaks to the mirror?”
“Aria believes other people are pretty and popular, but doesn’t see those
qualities in herself. Why do you think she feels this way?”
“Something happens that changes how Aria sees herself. Tell me more about
that.”
“What does she see when she looks into the mirror at the end of the story?”
“How does her self-talk change?”
“What do you think the author wanted us to take away from her book? Tell me
more.”

💯 - SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGE 2021 PBL
Research ways to combat COVID19 littering provide link - journal/publication (.org or .gov) websites
1. Provide a list of 5 or more things we can do to educate our community to stop PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) littering
2. Give specific examples and/or ideas from your research and provide details on what we can do to achieve that goal.
(example - ask people to use reusable masks instead of the single-use face mask by making posters to display around the neighborhood with information (pros/cons) on each type of mask - https://www.kidsagainstplastic.co.uk/why-we-shouldnt-use-single-use-face-masks-ppe/)

1. 💯 PROJECT - Write a 5 paragraph essay providing examples from the read aloud and making connections to The Four Ingredients of Choose Love which are:
Courage + Gratitude + Forgiveness + Compassion in Action; state how the book provides examples for each ingredient. Listen to read aloud of Mr. Peabody’s Apples ​by Madonna video read aloud ​(https://safesha.re/jwt) use supporting evidence/information from book.
STEP 1: Define the following terms using a dictionary (synonyms): courage, gratitude, forgiveness, compassion & listen story's read aloud again . (TUESDAY)
STEP 2: Write Introductory paragraph and paragraph 2 - courage (WEDNESDAY)
STEP 3: Write paragraph 3 - gratitude and paragraph 4 - forgiveness (THURSDAY)
STEP 4: Write paragraph 5 - compassion in action and closing statement - 1-2 sentences (FRIDAY)
STEP 5: Revise, edit, make corrections, and submit. (FRIDAY)

💯 PROJECT -Research information on COVID19 littering -
1. Find (online) and Read 3 different sources on how littering is affecting the health and pollution in different places around Jersey City, New Jersey, and/or our country
2. Write a summary for each journal/publication (.org/.gov or newspaper) websites
3. Provide the link for each reading material.

DEFINE ALL VOCABULARY TERMS USING MATH WORKBOOK AND ONLINE DICTIONARY RESOURCES

💯 PROJECT - ​|​ ​GRATITUDE | Lesson 1 THE BENEFITS OF GRATITUDE
GRATITUDE BREATH: https://chooselovemovement.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/GratitudeBreath_LetterSize_v2.pdf
INTRO VIDEO: https://vimeo.com/453495480
PART A: explain the meaning of gratitude
PART B:
- Defining the term gratitude using a dictionary
- Write a paragraph explaining what the term GRATITUDE means to you in your own words, give examples
- list 3 things you are thankful for and explain your reasons for each

Find a jar around your house or draw a jar on a sheet of paper
Place inside the jar as many thank you notes as you can think of, think of the examples given by Denzel Washington
Take a picture of your drawing or of your Thank You jar thoughts

Listen to read aloud of Mr. Peabody’s Apples ​by Madonna video read aloud ​(https://safesha.re/jwt)
Answer the following questions using information from the book

“What could Tommy have done differently when he first saw Mr. Peabody take the apple?”

“What do you think the author wants us to learn from the story?”

“What did you learn and how will it influence your choices?”

“What does the phrase, “jumping to conclusions” mean and how does it apply to this story?”

“How do rumors hurt people?”​ ​(T​ o feel superior, to feel like part of a group, for attention, for control or power, out of jealousy/revenge, out of boredom)

“Why do people gossip and spread rumors?”

Choose one option

This PBL Project will be due January 11, 2021.
Your group will need to submit your Final Product here to be shared with the rest of the class.
Add your final product as a document or slide.
We will discuss your final product as the time for the end of the project advances.

Answer test questions using information from assigned video

1. List 3 resolutions you have for the remainder of the school year
2. Explain your plan to achieve your goals
3. Write the reason why you have made this resolution and how it will impact the remainder of the school year

I have provided an example for you to follow

DEFINE ALL VOCABULARY TERMS USING MATH WORKBOOK AND ONLINE DICTIONARY RESOURCES

Please submit by January 4th to Mr. DeCarlo and to me email to [email protected], [email protected].
1. 💯 No Name-Calling Poster Contest

Poster Contest Requirements:

-Size: No smaller than 18 x 24 nor larger than 20 x 24
-All designs must do with “No Name-Calling” or Kindness in Action.
You can use any medium you choose
-Must contain words and images and/or pictures that depict the message of kindness, acceptance, diversity, value of self and others and respect

Deadline for submission- January 4, 2021

Submissions must be emailed to [email protected] and [email protected]

1. Choose 1 Slide ONLY
2. Do NOT write over anyone else's slide (Every movement is registered in the history of the document)
3. Remember, we will share these slides with her Wednesday at 11:00

💯 Create a simile or metaphor about yourself, describing your uniqueness. For example, “Like the sun, I shine bright and create light for others.”
💯 Add an illustration to match the figurative language and submit a picture of your illustration.

Discuss the following questions with your partner after watching the book read aloud.
Watch the video again, if needed.
https://safesha.re/jwp

1. Watch video
2. Complete assigned slides

DEFINE ALL (13) VOCABULARY TERMS USING MATH WORKBOOK AND ONLINE DICTIONARY RESOURCES

Analyze information gathered after watching a video and answer these questions:
Explain: "Why Do We Lose Control of Our Emotions?
Describe: How can we control our emotions?

https://safeshare.tv/x/ss5f4bfdfff0d1d

Complete form by the end of today.
Grade will count towards 2nd marking period grade.
No Calculators!!

Due prior to 2:00 pm TODAY!
AFTER 2:00 10 POINTS WILL BE DEDUCTED.
SOLVE THE PROBLEMS IN YOUR NOTEBOOK
WRITE ONLY THE ANSWERS IN THE FORM

1. Use one slide per person
2. Write as many "Thank You" notes as you can fit
3. Call/email that person Thursday (Thanksgiving Day) and read what you wrote on the slides for them

1. Watch Video assigned 1 per slide
2. Summarize what the video was about
3. 1 paragraph or more (7-10 sentences)

HEALTH
Write about what you learned about each video
❖ Dr. Russ Harris description of the brain; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CpRY9-MIHA
❖ Dr. Dan Siegel’s Hand Model of the Brain​ that describes how the brain works: ❖ Practice describing the brain to students using Dr. Siegel’s model. https://safeshare.tv/x/qFTljLo1bK8
❖ Here’s another version by Jeanette Yoffe​ geared toward children: https://safeshare.tv/x/ss5f4bfd6a5c06b

Feel free to use notes and information from the videos you watched last week.

Writing a 3 paragraph composition answering these questions, "What would you create to make the world more awesome? What are your dreams for our country?" OR videotape yourself explaining your answers to these questions in a 3+ minute video.
https://safeshare.tv/x/ss5f4be9d0c39a4