Hello 2026 Cohort!

The homework for classes from May 11 to 15 is below. Next to each assignment is the recommended amount of time to complete it with proper quality.

The bi-annual Evaluation Test will be held in class on May 14 and 15. The test contains a reading section and a writing section for which 90 minutes of class time will be allotted. The essay will be assessed based upon (a) content, (b) organization, (c) word choice, and (d) grammar, mechanics, and spelling. Be prepared to write a persuasive essay.

Textbooks

May 11–12 //

Work Time: 85+ min.

JOURNAL (5+ min.)

• Write a comment to a peer for Journal #234. www.brendenleeteacher.com/index

• If you did not write the Journal response in class, write it at home. Spend 15+ minutes to write the response. Any AI-generated text for this task violates PEAI policy.

VOCABULARY (20+ min.)

• Complete 15A–15D in Wordly Wise 3000 Book 6.

• Study for the quiz.

• Quizlet Set: https://quizlet.com/294006774

EVALUATION TEST PREP (20+ min.)

• Complete the “History of the Chickenpox Vaccine” TOEFL reading that was handed out in class. A PDF of the reading may be downloaded HERE.

PROJECT FAIR (20+ min.)

• Create a correlation matrix heatmap for your data from the District Survey.

• Analyze the data. Choose 1+ positive correlation and 1+ negative correlation from the correlation matrix. Write analysis of each correlation with your theory about the relationship between the variables. Each analysis should be 50+ words.

• Both correlations should include a district question.

⠀How to Create a Correlation Matrix Heatmap

1. Open your survey on Google Forms. Click "Responses."

2. Click "View in Sheets" at the top of the page.

3. Click "File" and then "Download" as Microsoft Excel spreadsheet (.xlsx).

4. Upload the spreadsheet (.xlsx file) to an AI app.

5. Enter this prompt: Create an image of a correlation matrix heatmap for questions 1–10 for the attached spreadsheet.

NOVEL (20+ min.)

• Read chapters 19–21 in The Hunger Games.

Tests

• Vocabulary Quiz (multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, antonym)

• Lesson 15 (WW 3000 Book 6)

May 14–15 // Evaluation Test

Work Time: 40+ min.

VOCABULARY (0 min.)

• None

GRAMMAR (0 min.)

• None

READING (0 min.)

• None

EVALUATION TEST PREP (40+ min.)

Prompt: “Original” fairy tales, like those recorded by the Brothers Grimm, often contain violence. Some literary critics and child psychologists believe these tales are good for children because they address children’s real fears, feelings, and desires. Others argue that contemporary “sanitized” fairy tales still convey the main themes of the tales and are far more appropriate for children. Should children’s stories include violence and mature themes? Use specific reasons and examples to explain your answer.

• Write a four paragraph persuasive essay on the essay sheet from class or in your writing notebook. Give yourself 40 minutes maximum to write the essay. A few reminders:

• Write a thesis statement at the end of the introductory paragraph. It should clearly address the prompt.

• Start the introductory paragraph with a hook and write a closing sentence that links to it.

• Start each body paragraph with a clear topic sentence that states the main idea of the paragraph.

• Use persuasive devices such as rhetorical questions, repetition, strong modals (e.g., must, need to), etc.

• Sample persuasive essays may be viewed at the link. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/17/learning/the-winners-of-our-7th-annual-student-editorial-contest.html

DEBATE (0 min.)

• None

Tests

• Evaluation Test

Please do not use the PEAI message system; I do not check it. Instead, send me an e-mail if you have any questions or concerns and I will get back to you on weekdays within 24 hours!

-Brenden Lee Teacher
e-mail: brendenleeteacher@gmail.com

Hello 2026 Cohort!

The homework for classes from May 18 to 22 is below. Next to each assignment is the recommended amount of time to complete it with proper quality.

Textbooks

May 18–19 //

Work Time: 80+ min.

JOURNAL (0 min.)

• None

VOCABULARY (20+ min.)

• Complete 16A–16D in Wordly Wise 3000 Book 6.

• Study for the quiz.

• Quizlet Set: https://quizlet.com/295676357

PROJECT FAIR (40+ min.)

• Write a script for your survival skill demo (this may be done digitally). It should be 2 min. or less in length. Flow:

1. Hook. One action, one question, or one statement that immediately grabs the visitor's attention. Start in the middle of something.

2. The Problem. Why does this survival skill matter? What happens to someone in the wild if they don’t know it? Make the visitor feel the stakes.

3. The Skill. This is the heart of the demo. Not a lecture, a hands-on experience. Walk the visitor through what they are learning or doing, step by step.

4. The Closer. What should they remember? What should they feel? End with something they will not forget.

• Procure materials for your survival skill demo and trifold.

• Print: (1) correlation matrix heatmap, (2) scatter plot chart for your positive correlation, (3) scatter plot chart for your negative correlation, (4) grouped bar chart for boys v. girls.

1. Each element should be about half the size of a sheet of A4.

NOVEL (20+ min.)

• Read chapters 22–24 in The Hunger Games.

Tests

• Vocabulary Quiz (multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, antonym)

• Lesson 16 (WW 3000 Book 6)

May 21–22 //

Work Time: 65+ min.

VOCABULARY (20+ min.)

• Complete 16E in Wordly Wise 3000 Book 6.

• Study for the quiz.

• The vocabulary quiz will be done via Kahoot. All students will play individually. There will be 20 questions. Students without a device will take the quiz with paper and pencil.

GRAMMAR (15+ min.)

• Complete Practice 1–6 (pp. 50–52) in Understanding and Using English Grammar Fifth Edition.

READING (0 min.)

• None

DEBATE (0 min.)

• None

PROJECT FAIR (30+ min.)

• Prepare for the final survival skill demonstration. Bring in any materials, props, etc. necessary for the demo.

• Complete your trifold. The trifold should contain the following elements:

• Left Flap // Survival Skill: Illustration/diagram/photo of the survival skill, step-by-step instructions, connection to your district, interactive elements (e.g., liftable flaps, plants or textures, lights).

• Center // Propaganda Message: To glorify your district

• Right Flap // Data Analysis: correlation matrix heatmap, scatter plot chart (positive correlation), scatter plot chart (negative correlation), grouped bar chart (boys v. girls)

• Procure and prepare materials for your Project Fair booth. e.g., display elements, prizes (must be district-themed, no unwrapped food items)

Tests

• Vocabulary Quiz (Kahoot!)

• Lesson 16 (WW 3000 Book 6)

Please do not use the PEAI message system; I do not check it. Instead, send me an e-mail if you have any questions or concerns and I will get back to you on weekdays within 24 hours!

-Brenden Lee Teacher
e-mail: brendenleeteacher@gmail.com