Learn a poem

Grades: 7th and 8th
Points: 1.0

Instructions:
Choose a poem from the poetry bank. Learn it and recite it for your teacher and classmates. Make sure you get the pronunciation right. 

Bible Verse Memorization

Grades: 7th and 8th
Points: 0.1 for each correctly memorized verse

Instructions:
Memorize a verse from the Bible, in English. You must be able to explain what it means in Spanish

Song Analysis

Grades: 8th
Points: 1.0 (Writing), 1.5 (Oral). Total = 2.5

Instructions:Choose a song in English. Listen to it and write a 100 word paragraph in which you "explain" the song. Mention:

• What is this song about?
• Who wrote it, who sings it?
• Why do you like it?
• Any other interesting facts you might want to add.

For extra points, bring the song to class (remember to bring the equipment you need to play it or request it ahead of time) and explain the song to your partners, orally. You will also need to bring the lyrics to your classmates and enough photocopies for everyone. If you play a musical instrument and would like to perform, you may do it.

Express yourself

Grades: 7th
Points: 0.5

Instructions:

Make an artistic project. It can be something you have already made for art class. Bring it to class and explain:

• How you made it
• What it makes you feel
• What other people think of it

You must be prepared to speak for at least 3 minutes. If you need inspiration, look on the internet or ask your art teacher. 


This webpage has interesting ideas: http://www.artprojectsforkids.org/

Show and tell

Grades: 7th (3 minutes) and 8th (5 minutes)
Points: 1.0


Instructions:

Choose an object that is special to you. It can be an object that has sentimental value. Prepare an oral presentation about this object. Why is it special? Where did you get it from? How long have you have it? Tell me that you are doing this presentation so I can assign a date. On the day I assign, bring the object and talk about it. In English (obviously). If you talk for less time than required, you will not get the full point.


Important note: you must memorize your presentation. You cannot read.


Here is an example of what a Show and Tell looks like: 

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