WWII - 13

Was the US justified in using the Atom bomb during WWII?

1. Discuss Why was the decision made to use the atom bomb? worksheet

2.  Watch the following video clips located on Schoology
     Hiroshima: Dropping the Bomb BBC (4:35)
    Atomic Bombing of Nagaski - BBC ( 4:50)

  

3. Complete Was the United States Justified in using the atom bomb on Japan worksheet. Use the  links located on Schoology to complete

HW: Was the United States Justified in using the atom bomb on Japan worksheet. DUE TUESDAY

East Africa isn't the only region suffering from swarms of locusts. Today's show begins in Pakistan, where the insects have descended as an apparent result of the Yemeni civil war. U.S. stocks have officially entered correction territory, and we explain what that means. And if you've ever wondered why leap years have extra days, we have your answer!

WWII - 12

1. Discuss Packet 25.1-25.4

 Interactive Map War in the Pacific

  Kamikaze Pilots, Bataan Death March, USS Indianapolis Video links located on Schoology

2. Read Newsela : The Hiroshima bombing: What you need to know about the nuclear attack and complete multiple choice quiz.

3. Complete Why was the decision made to use the atom bomb? worksheet

HW: Why was the decision made to use the atom bomb? worksheet
America's Response to Holocaust Day 2 DUE Friday

U.S. President Donald Trump held a news conference last night to discuss coronavirus concerns in America, and today's show brings you some of the highlights. Afterward, we're explaining why the Transportation Security Administration is restricting its employees' use of TikTok. And a veterinarian provides free care for the pets of homeless Californians.

WWII - 11

1. Discuss Documents A-H

2. Complete America's Response to Holocaust Day 2 located in US History Folder in Google Drive 


HW: America's Response to Holocaust Day 2 located in Schoology DUE FRIDAY

Italy is now grappling with hundreds of cases of coronavirus, as the disease continues to spread and impact everything from tourism to global stocks. New technology and concerns about it are being tested at voting booths in Wisconsin. And a group of lawmakers in Tennessee answer a 14-year-old's call to spend a day in wheelchairs.

WWII -10

1. Discuss Historian Arguments 

2. Complete Documents A-H with table partner and complete graphic organizer

3. Class Discussion

HW: Complete Reflection Questions on America's Response to Holocaust - Day 1 located in US History folder 

The important and complex relationship between the U.S. and India is examined today, as President Donald Trump wraps up his trip to the world's largest democracy. Afterward, we're taking you to the Canary Islands, which recently weathered a storm from the Sahara. We're also going dogsledding in British Columbia and checking in with a record-setting "plankster."

WWII - 9

1. Read Newsela: America's Response to the Holocaust and complete multiple choice quiz.

2. Begin America's Response to the Holocaust  - Day 1 located in US History folder

Holocaust Packet DUE Today

With high levels of flu activity being reported in 48 U.S. states, CNN 10 kicks off the week with a by-the-numbers look at flu season so far. That's followed by a recap of results from Saturday's Democratic caucuses in Nevada. And then, we're a featuring a look ahead to Super Tuesday and explaining why this date is so significant to U.S. presidential hopefuls.

Newsela: Meet the Candidates

WWII - 8

1. Watch Band of Brothers Episode 9 - Why we fight


HW: Finish Holocaust Activity Packet DUE Monday

Shipping and toys: These are two of the global industries that are now feeling the impact of a new coronavirus outbreak in China. From there, we're taking you to the Alps, where two tunnels are expected to significantly cut train travel time in Europe. And a hotel in Asia's "Golden Triangle" gives guests the opportunity to sleep near rescued elephants.

WWII - 7

1. Begin  Holocaust Activity with group members. Links to complete Part I and II located on Schoology.


HW: Holocaust Activity DUE Monday

Group Guidance

1. Complete remaining 10 exercises of You Science.



As the United Kingdom deals with the aftermath of an intense storm, CNN 10 is explaining what made it so dangerous and why it was called a "bomb cyclone." Afterward, we're showing you what it's like to be out and about in Shanghai, China. And after a report on the closure of 125 Macy's stores, we're discussing whether a retail apocalypse is really occurring.

Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich Released Following Trump's Commutation - NPR

WWII - 6

SUBSTITUTE 

1. Complete  Unit Packet

2. Watch The Homefront: Crash Course US History #36 (14:22)  to complete 25.1 in Unit Packet

3. Watch the video links below to complete 25.2 in your Unit packet AND the blog posts below:
D-Day Invasion Videos
Saving Private Ryan video clip
Battle of Stalingrad video
Battle of Stalingrad 2 video
Battle of the Bulge video

Copy and paste the following to your blog:

Post Title: WWII Battles

D-Day Invasion
Write a journal entry from the perspective of a US soldier at the D-Day Invasion. In your journal entry you need to describe your experience: thoughts & feelings, physical & mental challenges facing you, the environment in which you are fighting, outcome of the battle.

Battle of Stalingrad
Write a journal entry from the perspective of a Soviet soldier at the Battle of Stalingrad. In your journal entry you need to describe your experience: thoughts & feelings, physical & mental challenges facing you, the environment in which you are fighting, outcome of the battle.

Battle of the Bulge
Write a journal entry from the perspective of a Allied soldier at the Battle of the Bulge. In your journal entry you need to describe your experience: thoughts & feelings, physical & mental challenges facing you, the environment in which you are fighting, outcome of the battle.

CLICK SAVE WHEN FINISHED

No School

No School - President's Day

WWII - 5

 How does Japan's aggressive actions in the Pacific affect the United States?

1. Complete Japan Map worksheet.

2. Asia Pacific Map

3. Discuss 24.3 in packet

Pearl Harbor Emergency  Radio Announcement (2:21)

Source: Dec. 7, 1941

Pearl Harbor Attack Scene (3:49)

Source: Pearl Harbor film 2001

"A Day That Will Live in Infamy Speech" (2:36)
Source: President Roosevelt Dec 8, 1941

4. Choose one of the video segments from WWII Valor in the Pacific to watch.

5. Copy & Paste to blog

Post Title: Pearl Harbor Journal

- Write a journal entry reacting to the attack on Pearl Harbor from the perspective of a high school student in 1941.


CLICK SAVE DO NOT PUBLISH


HW: 25.1-25.2 Due  Wednesday

It's a case of good news, bad news, and good news for part of Australia, and it's our first topic this Friday on CNN 10. Afterward, we're discussing a new study concerning a major oil spill that occurred 10 years ago. A report on volcanic eruptions follows. And our show wraps with a story on how a sheep dog became a bird dog.

WWII - 4

1. Discuss Non-aggression pact

2. WWII Map of Progression - located on Schoology

3. Discuss 24.4 Vocab

- Neutrality Acts

- America First Committee

- Lend Lease Act - located on Schoology (5:00)

Source: Army’s Office of Chief Signal Officer - “War Comes to America” from the “Why We Fight” series. 1945

4. Dr. Seuss Goes to War- Political Cartoons - located on Schoology

Results from New Hampshire headline today's show, along with a quick explanation of why delegates matter. New technology is helping in the fight against poachers and the conservation of rhinos. Mushrooms are growing in popularity -- as both a food and a form of packaging. And mysterious radio signals are detected from deep space.

WWII -3

1.  Complete WWII Propaganda Activity located on Schoology with group members.

Read Newsela: US Election Guide 2020 and complete multiple choice quiz - Due TODAY

Written Assessment Revisions 2/12
Multiple Choice Test in Testing Center/Dance Studio- DUE FRIDAY

For perspective on the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak, we're conducting an interview with a coronavirus patient whose husband is quarantined on a cruise ship. In New Hampshire, 19th Century technology is touted as a way to avoid 21st Century problems. And in space, an orbiting craft makes its way toward the Sun.

WWII -2

1. Discuss 24.1 in Packet.

2. Complete Dictators Today activity - located on Schoology

3. Complete 24.2-24.4 in Unit Packet

HW: Complete 24.2-24.4 in Unit Packet

Written Assessment Revisions 2/11-2/12
Read Newsela: US Election Guide 2020 and complete multiple choice quiz - Due WED
Multiple Choice Test in Testing Center/Dance Studio- DUE FRIDAY

All eyes on New Hampshire: The second contest of the U.S. presidential nomination process takes place today. After a look at that and an update from Iowa, we're giving you an in-depth report on a controversial new startup that's amassed a database of faces. And we're showing you how a 1970s prank turned into a tradition at the University of Wisconsin.

WWII - 1

How has America's role in the world changed from World War II to present day?

1. WWII Introduction PPT

2. Complete 24.1  in Packet

3.  Watch video: America in the 20th Century, American Isolationism (14:28)

Written Assessment Revisions 2/10-2/12

Read Newsela: US Election Guide 2020 and complete multiple choice quiz - Due WED

Multiple 

Five months after a major hurricane directly hit the Bahamas, we're assessing the rebuilding efforts and explaining why recovery could take a long time. A day after the 92nd Academy Awards, we're examining the business aspect of the nomination process. And we're drawing you into the debate over how to pronounce the name of a world-famous artist.

Great Depression - 17

1. Multiple Choice Test

All  Absent/Late work is Due Today

Written Assessment Revisions 2/7, 2/10, 2/11, 2/12

With the 2020 Summer Games less than six months away, an Olympic organizer is voicing concerns about the potential impact of the Wuhan coronavirus. After completing a historic mission, a NASA astronaut explains why she hopes the record she set will soon be broken. And a camera in California captures an unlikely alliance of animals.

Great Depression -16

SUBSTITUTE

1. Complete  Critics of the New Deal activity and FDR & New Deal Cartoon Analysis form with group members - links located on Schoology.

HW: Great Depression/New Deal test Tomorrow
Blue Unit Packet  Due Tomorrow
All  Absent/Late work is Due Tomorrow

Written Assessment Revisions 2/7, 2/10, 2/11, 2/12

Ask an Expert Day

HW: Read End of Depression Reading and complete form located on Schoology Due 2/6
Great Depression - New Deal Multiple Choice 1/7- Review located in US Folder
All Absent/Late work DUE FRIDAY 2/7
Blue Unit Packet DUE Friday 2/7

Written Assessment Revisions 2/5,2/6,2//7,2/10,2/11 in Room 152K


After we explore some history of the U.S. presidential State of the Union address, we're bringing you some highlights of President Donald Trump's fourth annual message to Congress. That's followed by some highlights of the Democratic Party's response. And we're also explaining what we know about complications with the Iowa caucuses.

Great Depression- 15

1. Written Assessment: Was the New Deal a Success or A Failure?


Ask an Expert Day Questions


HW: Read End of Depression Reading and complete form located on Schoology Due 2/6
Great Depression - New Deal Multiple Choice 1/7- Review located in US Folder
All Absent/Late work DUE FRIDAY 2/7
Blue Unit Packet DUE Friday 2/7

Political headlines from the U.S. and abroad kick off today's show. The Iowa caucuses, the presidential State of the Union address, and the British exit from the European Union are our first three topics. We're also showing you a close-up of the sun's surface that was captured by a telescope in Hawaii.

Great Depression -14

1. Pre- Writing Day : Was the New Deal a Success or a failure?

HW: New Written Assessment 2/4
Great Depression - New Deal Multiple Choice 1/7
All Absent/Late work DUE FRIDAY 2/7
Blue Unit Packet Due Friday 2/7


CNN 10
A NASA study compares a space-bound man with his earth-bound twin brother. Get ready for launch!