11/15 Novel Discussion; Ancient India Investigation

       Reminders

• Whenever you need help, please ask for it.
• Please write your homework in your assignment book.
• Please review the goal and agenda for the day (posted in the classroom).

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Today in class you will

• discuss the book that you've been reading.
• review past information
• investigate information about Ancient Indian civilizations that came after the Indus Valley Civilizations.

Why?

• To broaden your understanding of South Asia
• to strengthen your memory
• To understand the influence of ancient history on the present

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DIRECTIONS    If you are waiting at any point, work with the Waiting Activities listed in the right hand column of this page.

1.  Discuss with someone near you what you will be doing in class today and why (see above).       1 minute

2.   Your discussion should last at least 15 minutes. Only focus on the pages agreed upon - do not give anything away from later in the book.  Make sure everyone speaks/shares and is listened to.

 Discuss (don't read your notes, but you can refer to them) the following:            15 minutes

• how you would respond to the guiding questions.
• what are you confused / unsure of?
• what surprised you - why?
• which character do you like the best - why?
• what you think will happen next - why?
• any other thoughts about the book

3.     In Google Classroom under Classwork, complete the Ancient Aborigine Review.        10 minutes

4.    Work with the Ancient India Investigation.         20 minutes

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Parents: Instead of Asking Your Child,

"What Did You Do in School Today?"

You can ask them.......

• Tell me about the novel you are reading.

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