End of the Week Update

Today students checked their vocabulary homework and we read another chapter in Gathering Blue.  Then we worked on finding evidence and summarizing texts.  Students read two documents; one was specifically about Asian immigrants and the other was a general overview of immigration at the turn of the last century.  

Since students previously watched a video about the treatment of many Asian immigrants, I felt that it was important to understand why people would be motivated to move to a place where they would endure prejudice and discriminatory laws.  Based on yesterday's snapshot formative assessment, I divided students into groups and Ms. Ehmer and I each worked with a small group while students who met the standard worked individually.

Homework:  Students should study their vocabulary and read over their immigration notes/worksheets.  Students should have the following with them to study:  SS notebook, Asian Immigrants/Immigrants Flock to America worksheet and the Immigration handout. 

 

Tomorrow, students should be able to use their notes to answer the following question:

What were the similarities and differences for immigrants who arrived at Ellis Island and Angel Island?

We've had an eventful week at F.AVE and I hope everyone has a wonderful break!