Today, we gave the class the course outline, discussed rules, gave a note on Canadian facts, and completed an introduction to geography. For homework, the class will complete this questionnaire.
February 4, 2019: Do you know your atlas? Try this!
Homework: Students will attempt the 25 challenge! Good luck, we will take it up tomorrow.
February 5, 2019: Today, we took up the 25 Challenge...
As well, we attended the auditorium for the annual course selection assembly!
February 6-8, 2019: Do you know your geography? Take a lookie!
If submitted late (on Monday) a 5% penalty will be applied.
February 11-13, 2019: Today the class started the map of Canada labeling activity. We all must know our country, right?
You will find the instructions if you press click.
The map, I think, is found at this spot.
When done, try this cool wordsearch!
February 12, 2019: SNOW DAY!
February 13, 2019: Students continued to work on their maps.
February 14, 2019:
Today, the rest of the class handed in their Canada maps. Following this, they began the intro to map skills unit with this activity sheet and this powerpoint.
February 19, 2019: Welcome Back! Today, we took up last day's powerpoint. Following, we began our lesson on latitude and longitude. The class received this handout on main lines, and this handout on understanding how to read lat/long. Additionally, they worked on this latlong internet activity for homework. Here is a video I made to assist you as well!
February 20, 2019: I took up some of yesterday's work before beginning today's atlas activity on latitude/longitude.
February 21, 2019: Military grid....what's it all about? Check out this video by H-Diddy. We also had this intro note to explain this topic. The students then worked on this activity. Mr. H took it up upon completion.
February 22, 2019: The class continued their practice of military grid by focussing on the Ottawa topographic map activity. I collected it for evaluation at the end of class. If you missed this, you need to come in at lunch to complete it.
February 25, 2019: We began our lesson on scale today. The three types of scale are found here. The class also received a scale conversion sheet. The activity was atlas-based and we spent the whole class working on it. Will take up when done.
Check out my scale Showme video!
MAP SKILLS TEST THIS MONDAY - 50 MARKS!
February 26, 2019: I took up the scale work from yesterday with the class. If anyone is still not sure about scale, please see me!
Today, we began our focus on compass direction and bearing with this note. You can refer to this compass rose for assistance. The class worked on this atlas activity. I promised them more time tomorrow.
February 27, 2019: I took up the compass direction and bearing activity today, after giving the class another 30 minutes to work. We then looked at the time zones of Canada, and completed this activity in class.
February 28, 2019: The Ontario Road Map Rally. The first three groups to complete the rally win bonus marks. Yay!
March 1, 2019: Students prepared for their Monday test today. Don't forget your pencil, protractor, ruler and calculator.
March 4, 2019: MAP SKILLS UNIT TEST DAY
March 5, 2019: Unit culminating activity. My route to school with Google Maps. Check it out!
March 6, 2019: We continued with the Google Maps activity. Students submitted their work to me at the end of class.
We also started the beginning of our next unit: Physical Diversity. Students took down this note and watched a brief video (take pointform notes please).
March 7, 2019: Today we looked at the concept of physical diversity, by looking at this awesome film "Over Canada". Students will take one page of point form notes, and will write a one page summary (intro, 3 main paragraphs and conclusion), with a focus on "Canada's physical diversity". Due first day back after March Break. Value: 15 marks.
March 8, 2019: Looking at Canada's physical diversity and beauty. The class will use this handout to guide them through this powerpoint. Have a great March Break!
March 18, 2019: WELCOME BACK KIDS!
Today, we reviewed the concept of physical diversity. As well, we started the lesson on geologic history with a note and video. The class then took down some information about each of the 4 eras.
March 19/20/21, 2019: Poster creation project - Pick an era! (see assignment at this link)
Announcement: We will have a special study hall at lunch tomorrow (Thursday) for students who missed the chance to hand work in prior to March Break.
Hey, check out this link on Sable Island....a cool article about the horses and why they are dying in larger numbers.
March 22, 2019: The History of the Earth!
Learn about our planet's amazing history. This link will give you the YouTube address (take notes as well). Video must be finished for homework.
March 25, 2019: Types of rocks and the rock cycle are today's lessons. Click this link for handout and this link for powerpoint.Here is the handout (and link) to complete the rock cycle work today.
Our field trip is tomorrow. Meet in class at 8:45 sharp, please. You will need to bring snacks, water bottle, warm clothing/hats/, firm footware/boots.
March 26, 2019: Field Trip Day!
March 27, 2019: EQAO Literacy Test
March 28, 2019: Mr. H showed some pics and talked about our awesome trip to the Etobicoke Field Centre. He also reviewed the rock cycle and the type of rocks.
A note on magma/lava was provided as well. The students then learned about the layers of the earth using this powerpoint.
Nelson says hello!
March 29, 2019: I reviewed the layers of the Earth today....and we also had an entry slip completed by the class about their field trip to the Etobicoke field school. All students had to complete a slip for grading.
April 1, 2019: Happy April Fools Day!
Today we reviewed some of Wegener's ideas. The class then watched this cool video followed by a powerpoint lesson. You'll need this handout.
April 2, 2019: We had a good review/discussion of plate tectonics this morning. The class also worked on this continental drift sheet, which I will collect tomorrow for grading.
April 3, 2019: Today we began with a note on LANDFORM REGIONS. We then let the students explore, using Google Earth.
Homework: Please fill in your chart with the information provided here.
April 4, 2019: NATIONAL PARKS!
Here is your inro note. The class worked on an atlas activity, followed by this internet chart activity. Get to know your parks!
April 5-9, 2019: Landform Poster Activity
April 10. 2019: The class today, began the mini-unit on climate and weather. We started with an intro note that the class copied down, and we then moved on to the factors of climate. The intro videos were shown, then the students worked on the factors of climate (LOWERN). This handout is also beneficial in understanding these factors.
April 11-12, 2019: CLIMATE GRAPHS! The class worked on creating 4 climate graphs, after I explained how to draw them! Iqaluit, Lethbridge, Vancouver and St. John's. DUE: tomorrow at the END of class for grading.....5 marks each! Make sure they are neat, accurate and colored.
The graphs can be downloaded here. The data is found at this link.
ANNOUNCEMENT: UNIT TEST - PHYSICAL DIVERSITY 50 MARKS - NEXT THURSDAY, APRIL 18
STUDY HALL - LUNCH, TUESDAY, APRIL 16
STUDY HALL - LUNCH, TUESDAY, APRIL 16
April 15, 2019: Glaciers! Students today learned about glaciation by taking notes from this powerpoint. Also, they are to read this handout on glaciers and fill in the chart on the reverse.
Mr. H also gave the class a review sheet for this Thursday's test on physical diversity.
April 16-17, 2019: Glacial landforms were studied today. Students also reinforced their knowledge of glaciers with this Google Earth activity.
Students also were given 40 minutes of study time.....for tomorrow's test.April 18, 2019: Today we had our major unit test on physical diversity.
April 23, 2019: INTRO TO NEXT UNIT - CULTURAL DIVERSITY
The class worked in groups of 4 today to answer these questions. They were presented to the whole class for an oral presentation mark.
April 24, 2019: Multiculturalism in Canada. Students will need this powerpoint as well as this handout. Homework will be to finish the handout we started in class, as well as these questions. Due tomorrow.
April
25-26, 2019: What are the cultural origins of our class? Let's have some fun! Check it out here.
Make sure all is finished by Monday at 9am.April 29, 2019: I checked the class' map/graph work from last week. Today I also returned the unit tests and gave the students a kiss (HERSHEY'S!!)
The work today was an atlas activity on languages of Canada as well as an article with questions on Canada's most recent language additions. Due tomorrow.
April 30-May 1, 2019: Here is an exemplar to give you an idea of what was expected from yesterday's final question. The students then worked on this powerpoint activity, using this powerpoint....topic is DEMOGRAPHICS! After, the class worked on chapter 16 work. I will give more time tomorrow.
Additionally, the class worked on this handout on the "Rule of 70" (doubling time for a country's population)
May 2, 2019: Reminder: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR DOING YOUR WORK IF ABSENT. CHECK MY BLOG PLEASE WHEN NOT IN CLASS!
Today, Mr. H reviewed yesterday's work, then gave the class this note. We also looked at immigration trends and completed a table on Population Growth in Canada. Homework will be to answer these questions on Atlantic Canada's population growth.
May 3, 2019: Blue and Gold Day!
I did give the class a note today on immigration terms.....make sure you know them.
May 6, 2019: Population pyramids assignment. Students were given the class today to start this. It will be completed for homework and checked tomorrow.
May 7, 2019: Mental Health Assembly
May 8, 2019: Students today, will work on these definitions, using the internet. When done, this atlas activity on population will be completed, using the 7th edition atlas.
May 9, 2019: I took up some of yesterday's work. Following, the students watched this video on Overpopulation and took pointform notes. Discussion will ensue! QUIZ TOMORROW - 10 MARKS, based on the video.
May 10, 2019: QUIZ DAY!
Canada's ecumene map. Take a look below. Why do 90% of Canadians live within 500km of the US border? We took notes and brainstormed in class!
Today, we began our sub-unit on native people of Canada. This video was used as a discussion catalyst.
May 13, 2019: Students will work on tis internet-based activity, studying the various regional groups of native people within Canada. make sure you use the search engine on the WEBSITE to find your info!
May 14, 2019: Students will work on these text questions, using the texts at the front of the class. you will need to work with a partner, sharing a text!
May 15, 2019: Today, the class learned about a real native Canadian community. Sturgeon Lake. Take a look here. Make sure you finish the paragraph at the end as well.
When done, put your buds in and play this video.
May 16, 2019:
ANNOUNCEMENT: CULMINATING ACTIVITY IN-CLASS DATES: JUNE 10-12
PRESENTATION DAYS: JUNE 13, 14
I returned some marked work to the students today....After, a quick intro note on Nunavut. The class then watched the video "My Village in Nunavik". They took 1/2 page notes on the lifestyle of the Inuit people.PRESENTATION DAYS: JUNE 13, 14
May 17, 2019: CULTURE UNIT TEST - NEXT FRIDAY, MAY 24 - 25 MARKS
Today we learned about the residential schools history with respect to our aboriginal people of Canada. The intro note is here. The class then used this handout to learn about this issue using a website.
May 21, 2019: Students worked on a textbook activity today on immigration to Canada. Chapter 18# 1-3 (p. 217) and #1-4 (p.222).
May 22, 2019: The Cultural Mosaic vs. the Cultural Melting Pot. Handout is right here.
We also looked at being an immigration officer for a day.
The first half of the class was spent working on this assignment on immigration case studies. Students complete any three cases.
May 24, 2019: Test Day
May 27, 2019: Intro to resources and industry unit.
Definition, industry types, Loraz video!You will find the video on Youtube.
ANNOUNCEMENT;LAST STUDY HALL THIS FRIDAY 8AM
May 28, 2019: I gave the class a little review about yesterday's lesson.
They then took notes on this agriculture powerpoint and started this activity which I will collect tomorrow.
May 29-30, 2019: I took up yesterday's work....today we began the fishing sub-unit.
Students are to read this handout and highlight for homework. Then we watched the doc "End of the Line". Complete this handout please.
Take a look at this graph of the Newfoundland cod fishery collapse....what information can you gather from this?
May 31, 2019: MORE FISHING!
Students answered these questions in their text: #1-5 (p. 280) and 1,3 and 4-7 (p. 285)
June 3, 2019: Students are reminded of their exam on June 21, 9am.
Today we started mining with this minds-on video. The students then completed this handout using a mining powerpoint.
June 4, 2019: I took up the mining work from yesterday.....students also completed this atlas exercise on mining in Canada.
I also provided the students with the culminating activity. They signed up on a sign-up list at the front of the class.
June 5, 2019: Canada's forest industry.
Types of logging handout.....we also showed examples on the internet. Today's activity will be to complete the organizer on the types of forest regions in Canada.
June 6, 2019: Students are to work on the following textwork: Page 317, 1 and 5. Page 320, # 1. Pages 324-325 # 1-3. Pages 322-323. summarize the issues around Clayoquot Sound. Make sure this is done.....it will be on the exam!
June 7, 2019: Students will watch this powerpoint on the Alberta Oil Sands and summarize the issues into a 3/4 page point form note.
We also showed this video on Clayoquot Sound and the class took pointform notes.
June 10-12, 2019: Culminating Activity Days
June 13,14, 2019: Culminating Presentation Days
I have also attached your exam review sheet.
June 17, 2019: Students are to use this powerpoint to summarize the three types of precipitation, with a special focus on orographic (relief) precipitation.
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