Here's what we covered today in Foundations:
History: Heian Empire
Timeline: Japan's Heian Period - East-West Schism of the Church
Latin: 4th Declension Noun Endings
Science: Leaves & Leaf Parts
English: Prepositions through-toward
Math: Skip counting squares
Geography: Japan
Tin Whistle: We practiced playing the scale today, and the students did fabulous! You can find the scale & fingerings on page 159 of the Foundations guide. Have your students practice the scale this week, especially the move from C to high D, which is tricky. You can also review the vocabulary for music theory and practice "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star."
Presentation: Presentation for next week is an expository speech. An Expository Speech is one that exposes something. It is factual – not something you make up. This week we will “expose” a hobby or a subject about which you have read alot. Share interesting facts. You may bring a picture, chart, poster or prop to help your audience relate to your topic. Practice using your visual aid(s) in your presentation. Please also work with your students to keep the presentation time limited to 2-3 minutes.
Thanks, and I'll see you next Tuesday!
