July 31st, 2019 Things Fall Apart by: Chinua Achebe

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*To improve your MATH SKILLS spend at least 20 minutes practicing them using IXL.COM. (REMEMBER TO ENTER YOUR USER NAME AND PASSWORD WHEN LOGGING ON! THAT WILL BE PROOF THAT YOU DID IT!)

Directions: Answer using complete sentences! Use the information you have been given to answer questions about: Maintaining Mental Health.

Level#1

Here are a few tips for maintaining your mental health. Be positive! A positive attitude is an important key to good mental health and happiness. When you get up in the morning, tell yourself what a great day you are going to have. If something goes wrong, take a few deep breaths. Think calmly about how to solve the problem, then take action. Change the things you can. Is there something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change? First, feel good about the things you do like about yourself. Make a list of those things you like about yourself. Then, set a goal for yourself, and take steps to change what you do not like about yourself.

1. What is an important key to good mental health and happiness?






2. What is something you can do in the morning to have a positive attitude toward your day?







3. What should you do if something goes wrong and you have a problem during your day?








Level#2

Here are a few tips for maintaining your mental health. Be positive! A positive attitude is an important key to good mental health and happiness. When you get up in the morning, tell yourself what a great day you are going to have. If something goes wrong, take a few deep breaths. Think calmly about how to solve the problem, then take action. Change the things you can. Is there something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change? First, feel good about the things you do like about yourself. Make a list of those things you like about yourself. Then, set a goal for yourself, and take steps to change what you do not like about yourself. Learn to identify and accept the things you cannot change. Know the difference between something you can control and something you cannot control. Do not waste time worrying about something or arguing over something that is out of your control. Take care of your whole body. Your physical and mental health affect each other.

1. What type of attitude should you have to maintain good mental health, and what can you tell yourself when you get up in the morning?







2. What should you do if something goes wrong?







3. What can you do if there is something about yourself that you would like to change?









Level#3

Here are a few tips for maintaining your mental health. Be positive! A positive attitude is an important key to good mental health and happiness. When you get up in the morning, tell yourself what a great day you are going to have. If something goes wrong, take a few deep breaths. Think calmly about how to solve the problem, then take action. Change the things you can. Is there something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change? First, feel good about the things you do like about yourself. Make a list of those things you like about yourself. Then, set a goal for yourself, and take steps to change what you do not like about yourself. Learn to identify and accept the things you cannot change. Know the difference between something you can control and something you cannot control. Do not waste time worrying about something or arguing over something that is out of your control. Take care of your whole body. Your physical and mental health affect each other. Get help when you need it. There may be times in your life when you cannot solve your own problems. Perhaps you are sad, lonely, angry, or upset for a long period of time. Learn to recognize these times and go for help. Talk with someone you trust. Find out who the mental health professionals are in your school or community and seed their help.

1. Explain what type of attitude to have if you want to have good mental health, and what can you tell yourself to help achieve this goal.








2. Explain what you should do if something does happen to go wrong.







3. Explain what steps to take to make changes about your personality or behavior.









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July 30th, 2019 Things Fall Apart by: Chinua Achebe

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*To improve your MATH SKILLS spend at least 20 minutes practicing them using IXL.COM. (REMEMBER TO ENTER YOUR USER NAME AND PASSWORD WHEN LOGGING ON! THAT WILL BE PROOF THAT YOU DID IT!)

Directions: Answer using complete sentences! Use the information you have been given to answer questions about: Maintaining Mental Health.

Level#1

Here are a few tips for maintaining your mental health. Be positive! A positive attitude is an important key to good mental health and happiness. When you get up in the morning, tell yourself what a great day you are going to have. If something goes wrong, take a few deep breaths. Think calmly about how to solve the problem, then take action. Change the things you can. Is there something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change? First, feel good about the things you do like about yourself. Make a list of those things you like about yourself. Then, set a goal for yourself, and take steps to change what you do not like about yourself.

1. What should you do or feel first, if there is something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change?






2. What should you make a list of if there is something you would like to change about your personality or your behavior?







3. What should you do to make a change about something you do not like about yourself?








Level#2

Here are a few tips for maintaining your mental health. Be positive! A positive attitude is an important key to good mental health and happiness. When you get up in the morning, tell yourself what a great day you are going to have. If something goes wrong, take a few deep breaths. Think calmly about how to solve the problem, then take action. Change the things you can. Is there something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change? First, feel good about the things you do like about yourself. Make a list of those things you like about yourself. Then, set a goal for yourself, and take steps to change what you do not like about yourself. Learn to identify and accept the things you cannot change. Know the difference between something you can control and something you cannot control. Do not waste time worrying about something or arguing over something that is out of your control. Take care of your whole body. Your physical and mental health affect each other.

1. What should you learn to identify and accept?







2. What should you know the difference between?







3. What should you not waste time doing?









Level#3

Here are a few tips for maintaining your mental health. Be positive! A positive attitude is an important key to good mental health and happiness. When you get up in the morning, tell yourself what a great day you are going to have. If something goes wrong, take a few deep breaths. Think calmly about how to solve the problem, then take action. Change the things you can. Is there something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change? First, feel good about the things you do like about yourself. Make a list of those things you like about yourself. Then, set a goal for yourself, and take steps to change what you do not like about yourself. Learn to identify and accept the things you cannot change. Know the difference between something you can control and something you cannot control. Do not waste time worrying about something or arguing over something that is out of your control. Take care of your whole body. Your physical and mental health affect each other. Get help when you need it. There may be times in your life when you cannot solve your own problems. Perhaps you are sad, lonely, angry, or upset for a long period of time. Learn to recognize these times and go for help. Talk with someone you trust. Find out who the mental health professionals are in your school or community and seed their help.

1. Explain what you need to identify and accept, and what should you know the difference between.

2. Explain what you should not waste your time doing.

3. Explain when you should get help, why you would need help, and who you can talk to.

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July 29th, 2019 Things Fall Apart by: Chinua Achebe

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Date:

*To improve your MATH SKILLS spend at least 20 minutes practicing them using IXL.COM. (REMEMBER TO ENTER YOUR USER NAME AND PASSWORD WHEN LOGGING ON! THAT WILL BE PROOF THAT YOU DID IT!)

Directions: Answer using complete sentences! Use the information you have been given to answer questions about: Maintaining Mental Health.

Level#1

Here are a few tips for maintaining your mental health. Be positive! A positive attitude is an important key to good mental health and happiness. When you get up in the morning, tell yourself what a great day you are going to have. If something goes wrong, take a few deep breaths. Think calmly about how to solve the problem, then take action. Change the things you can. Is there something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change? First, feel good about the things you do like about yourself. Make a list of those things you like about yourself. Then, set a goal for yourself, and take steps to change what you do not like about yourself.

1. What is an important key to good mental health and happiness?






2. What is something you can do in the morning to have a positive attitude toward your day?







3. What should you do if something goes wrong and you have a problem during your day?








Level#2

Here are a few tips for maintaining your mental health. Be positive! A positive attitude is an important key to good mental health and happiness. When you get up in the morning, tell yourself what a great day you are going to have. If something goes wrong, take a few deep breaths. Think calmly about how to solve the problem, then take action. Change the things you can. Is there something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change? First, feel good about the things you do like about yourself. Make a list of those things you like about yourself. Then, set a goal for yourself, and take steps to change what you do not like about yourself. Learn to identify and accept the things you cannot change. Know the difference between something you can control and something you cannot control. Do not waste time worrying about something or arguing over something that is out of your control. Take care of your whole body. Your physical and mental health affect each other.

1. What type of attitude should you have to maintain good mental health, and what can you tell yourself when you get up in the morning?







2. What should you do if something goes wrong?







3. What can you do if there is something about yourself that you would like to change?









Level#3

Here are a few tips for maintaining your mental health. Be positive! A positive attitude is an important key to good mental health and happiness. When you get up in the morning, tell yourself what a great day you are going to have. If something goes wrong, take a few deep breaths. Think calmly about how to solve the problem, then take action. Change the things you can. Is there something about your personality or behavior that you would like to change? First, feel good about the things you do like about yourself. Make a list of those things you like about yourself. Then, set a goal for yourself, and take steps to change what you do not like about yourself. Learn to identify and accept the things you cannot change. Know the difference between something you can control and something you cannot control. Do not waste time worrying about something or arguing over something that is out of your control. Take care of your whole body. Your physical and mental health affect each other. Get help when you need it. There may be times in your life when you cannot solve your own problems. Perhaps you are sad, lonely, angry, or upset for a long period of time. Learn to recognize these times and go for help. Talk with someone you trust. Find out who the mental health professionals are in your school or community and seed their help.

1. Explain what type of attitude to have if you want to have good mental health, and what can you tell yourself to help achieve this goal.








2. Explain what you should do if something does happen to go wrong.







3. Explain what steps to take to make changes about your personality or behavior.









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Parent Comments:

July 26th, 2019 Things Fall Apart by: Chinua Achebe

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*To improve your MATH SKILLS spend at least 20 minutes practicing them using IXL.COM. (REMEMBER TO ENTER YOUR USER NAME AND PASSWORD WHEN LOGGING ON! THAT WILL BE PROOF THAT YOU DID IT!)

Directions: Answer using complete sentences! Use the information you have been given to answer questions about: Influences on Mental Health.


Level#1

Many factors influence your mental health. These factors include some that you can control and some that you cannot control. Factors you can control include your own self-image. Your self-image is very important to your mental health. If you have a positive self-image, you feel happier, and you will get along better with others. The physical health of your body affects your mental health in many ways. The relationships in your life are very important. By surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people, you can improve your own mental health. The activities you take part in. Certain activities or behaviors are not good for your mental health or your physical health. It is important to understand how the choices you make affect your overall health.

1. How does your physical health affect your mental health?

2. How can the relationships in your life affect your mental health?

3. How can the activities you take part in affect your mental health?

Level#2

Many factors influence your mental health. These factors include some that you can control and some that you cannot control. Factors you can control include your own self-image. Your self-image is very important to your mental health. If you have a positive self-image, you feel happier, and you will get along better with others. The physical health of your body affects your mental health in many ways. The relationships in your life are very important. By surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people, you can improve your own mental health. The activities you take part in. Certain activities or behaviors are not good for your mental health or your physical health. It is important to understand how the choices you make affect your overall health. There are many things in life that you cannot control. Sometimes, events happen in your life that you cannot predict. A death in the family and the divorce of parents are two examples. These events affect your mental health. But, you can control how you react to these situations.

1. Why are the activities you take part in a factor that can influence your mental health?

2. What are two examples of things that can happen in your life that you cannot either control or predict?

3. What can you control in situations that you cannot control or predict?

Level#3

Many factors influence your mental health. These factors include some that you can control and some that you cannot control. Factors you can control include your own self-image. Your self-image is very important to your mental health. If you have a positive self-image, you feel happier, and you will get along better with others. The physical health of your body affects your mental health in many ways. The relationships in your life are very important. By surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people, you can improve your own mental health. The activities you take part in. Certain activities or behaviors are not good for your mental health or your physical health. It is important to understand how the choices you make affect your overall health. There are many things in life that you cannot control. Sometimes, events happen in your life that you cannot predict. A death in the family and the divorce of parents are two examples. These events affect your mental health. But, you can control how you react to these situations. Another factor that you cannot control is the way other people feel about you. Not everyone is going to like you all of the time. Many people in the world have different interests and values than you. Some people also have trouble getting along with others. It is better for your own mental health to not let the negative behavior of others made you sad.

1. Explain why certain activities that you take part in, and the choices you make, can have a negative impact on your overall health (give an example of such a choice).

2. Explain what is meant by "things you cannot control", and give two examples of these things.

3. Explain another factor that you cannot control and what that factor is.

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Parent Comments:

July 25th, 2019 Things Fall Apart by: Chinua Achebe

Name:

Date:

*To improve your MATH SKILLS spend at least 20 minutes practicing them using IXL.COM. (REMEMBER TO ENTER YOUR USER NAME AND PASSWORD WHEN LOGGING ON! THAT WILL BE PROOF THAT YOU DID IT!)

Directions: Answer using complete sentences! Use the information you have been given to answer questions about: Influences on Mental Health.

Level#1

Many factors influence your mental health. These factors include some that you can control and some that you cannot control. Factors you can control include your own self-image. Your self-image is very important to your mental health. If you have a positive self-image, you feel happier, and you will get along better with others. The physical health of your body affects your mental health in many ways. The relationships in your life are very important. By surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people, you can improve your own mental health. The activities you take part in. Certain activities or behaviors are not good for your mental health or your physical health. It is important to understand how the choices you make affect your overall health.

1. What are the factors that can have an influence on your mental health?

2. What is a factor, that you can control, that can have an influence on your mental health?

3. Why is having a positive self-image an important factor for your mental health?

Level#2

Many factors influence your mental health. These factors include some that you can control and some that you cannot control. Factors you can control include your own self-image. Your self-image is very important to your mental health. If you have a positive self-image, you feel happier, and you will get along better with others. The physical health of your body affects your mental health in many ways. The relationships in your life are very important. By surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people, you can improve your own mental health. The activities you take part in. Certain activities or behaviors are not good for your mental health or your physical health. It is important to understand how the choices you make affect your overall health. There are many things in life that you cannot control. Sometimes, events happen in your life that you cannot predict. A death in the family and the divorce of parents are two examples. These events affect your mental health. But, you can control how you react to these situations.

1. What are the two factors that can influence your mental health, and what is an example of a factor you can control?

2. How is having a positive self-image an important influence on your mental health?

3. Why are the relationships in your life important to your mental health?

Level#3

Many factors influence your mental health. These factors include some that you can control and some that you cannot control. Factors you can control include your own self-image. Your self-image is very important to your mental health. If you have a positive self-image, you feel happier, and you will get along better with others. The physical health of your body affects your mental health in many ways. The relationships in your life are very important. By surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people, you can improve your own mental health. The activities you take part in. Certain activities or behaviors are not good for your mental health or your physical health. It is important to understand how the choices you make affect your overall health. There are many things in life that you cannot control. Sometimes, events happen in your life that you cannot predict. A death in the family and the divorce of parents are two examples. These events affect your mental health. But, you can control how you react to these situations. Another factor that you cannot control is the way other people feel about you. Not everyone is going to like you all of the time. Many people in the world have different interests and values than you. Some people also have trouble getting along with others. It is better for your own mental health to not let the negative behavior of others made you sad.

1. Explain the two kinds of factors that can influence your mental health, and what is an example of one you can control.

2. Explain the role that a person's self-image plays in their mental health.

3. Explain the importance of the relationships that you maintain on your mental health.

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Parent Comments:

July 24th, 2019 Things Fall Apart by: Chinua Achebe

Name:

Date:

*To improve your MATH SKILLS spend at least 20 minutes practicing them using IXL.COM. (REMEMBER TO ENTER YOUR USER NAME AND PASSWORD WHEN LOGGING ON! THAT WILL BE PROOF THAT YOU DID IT!)

Directions: Answer using complete sentences! Use the information you have been given to answer questions about: Influences on Mental Health.

Level#1

Many factors influence your mental health. These factors include some that you can control and some that you cannot control. Factors you can control include your own self-image. Your self-image is very important to your mental health. If you have a positive self-image, you feel happier, and you will get along better with others. The physical health of your body affects your mental health in many ways. The relationships in your life are very important. By surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people, you can improve your own mental health. The activities you take part in. Certain activities or behaviors are not good for your mental health or your physical health. It is important to understand how the choices you make affect your overall health.

1. How does your physical health affect your mental health?

2. How can the relationships in your life affect your mental health?

3. How can the activities you take part in affect your mental health?

Level#2

Many factors influence your mental health. These factors include some that you can control and some that you cannot control. Factors you can control include your own self-image. Your self-image is very important to your mental health. If you have a positive self-image, you feel happier, and you will get along better with others. The physical health of your body affects your mental health in many ways. The relationships in your life are very important. By surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people, you can improve your own mental health. The activities you take part in. Certain activities or behaviors are not good for your mental health or your physical health. It is important to understand how the choices you make affect your overall health. There are many things in life that you cannot control. Sometimes, events happen in your life that you cannot predict. A death in the family and the divorce of parents are two examples. These events affect your mental health. But, you can control how you react to these situations.

1. Why are the activities you take part in a factor that can influence your mental health?

2. What are two examples of things that can happen in your life that you cannot either control or predict?

3. What can you control in situations that you cannot control or predict?

Level#3

Many factors influence your mental health. These factors include some that you can control and some that you cannot control. Factors you can control include your own self-image. Your self-image is very important to your mental health. If you have a positive self-image, you feel happier, and you will get along better with others. The physical health of your body affects your mental health in many ways. The relationships in your life are very important. By surrounding yourself with positive, supportive people, you can improve your own mental health. The activities you take part in. Certain activities or behaviors are not good for your mental health or your physical health. It is important to understand how the choices you make affect your overall health. There are many things in life that you cannot control. Sometimes, events happen in your life that you cannot predict. A death in the family and the divorce of parents are two examples. These events affect your mental health. But, you can control how you react to these situations. Another factor that you cannot control is the way other people feel about you. Not everyone is going to like you all of the time. Many people in the world have different interests and values than you. Some people also have trouble getting along with others. It is better for your own mental health to not let the negative behavior of others made you sad.

1. Explain why certain activities that you take part in, and the choices you make, can have a negative impact on your overall health (give an example of such a choice).

2. Explain what is meant by "things you cannot control", and give two examples of these things.

3. Explain another factor that you cannot control and what that factor is.

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