Week 6: Stubborn Determination

Last week, we talked a bit about John Adams and his desire for greatness. From a young age, he knew he wanted to do something important—something that would earn him esteem and admiration for generations. He realized that the first step toward achieving this goal was to work hard at becoming well-educated, so he spent his life reading, writing and learning from the great men of history. He learned to examine the issues of his day from all sides so he could take a stand and intelligently defend his positions when called upon to do so. As you prepare for the book discussion on Wednesday, write down some of John Adams' admirable characteristics--those characteristics that you would like to emulate in your own life.

Speaking of John Adams, I wanted to share this video with you (it's the GOAT of break-up songs!):  

 

ASSIGNMENTS:

Writing: What does it mean to be determined? Is determination different than stubbornness? Give examples. 

Remember to begin the writing process by building a good thesis statement, then outlining your supporting points. AND...Have your parent/mentor proofread and initial your paper or you will lose points!

Reading: Finish John Adams, if you haven’t already, and prepare some written questions and comments to bring to our book discussion next week.

Presentations*: This week we’ll hear from Lacey on Hospitals and Doctors, and from Savanna on Life as a Soldier. 

*Second presentation requirements: no notes bigger than a 3x5 index card, the presentation must be in your own words (use of quotations are the exception), and you must have some sort of visual aid—poster, costume, artifact, video, etc.

Devotional: Shayla

Award Requirements:

  • Work on that Declaration of Independence journal! If you complete 4-5 sections per week, you’ll have the whole thing done before January 20th!·
  • Check out these two songs to help you with memorizing the Declaration:

https://youtu.be/ib1tXAnlPuY

https://youtu.be/M9EHmvN8wp8

Candy Trivia: What was John Adams' first official court case about?


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