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Author: Gloria Gonzalez
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Big Question: How do we learn to connect with others in a new
place?
Review Games
Story SortVocabulary Words: Arcade Games Study Stack Spelling City: Vocabulary Spelling City: Spelling Words
Spelling Words
Vowel Sounds with r
porch servant shore disturb market margin worth purchase kernel perhaps ignore concern attorney
barge detergent corridor ornament artistic particle nervous trustworthy versatile particular porcelain carbohydrate
Big Question: How do we learn to connect with others
in a new place?
MondayTuesday
WednesdayThursday
Friday
Vocabulary Words
corridors destination groping menacing mongrel persisted please
adrift spacious vista brave future sorrow
Vocabulary Words More Words to Know
Monday
Question of the Day
How do we learn to connect with others in
a new place?
Today we will learn about: Build Concepts Compare and Contrast Summarize Build Background Vocabulary Fluency: Model Tone of Voice Grammar: Independent and Dependent
Clauses Spelling: Vowel Sounds with r Changes
Fluency
Model Tone of Voice
Fluency: Model Tone of Voice
Listen as I read “Felita.” As I read, notice how I change
my tone of voice to make the characters sound confused, unhappy, comforting, or proud.
Be ready to answer questions after I finish.
Fluency: Model Tone of Voice
How are Felita and her grandmother different?
Do you think it takes more courage to fight or to walk away?
Concept Vocabulary
brave – courageous future – the time yet to come
sorrow - unhappiness
Concept Vocabulary
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Build Concept Vocabulary courage, future, sorrow
Changes
Obstacles
Causes
Reaction
Results
Compare & Contrast, Summarize
Turn to page 66 - 67.
Prior KnowledgeFill in the diagram with ideas about what it means to be part of a family and a community.
Family Community
Vocabulary Words
Vocabulary Words corridors – long hallways;
passages in a large building into which rooms open
destination – place to which someone or something is going or is being sent
groping – feeling about with the hands
Vocabulary Words menacing – threatening mongrel – animal of mixed
breed, especially a dog persisted – kept on; refused to
stop or be changed pleas - requests or appeals
More Words to Know
adrift – floating without being guided; drifting
spacious – containing much space; with plenty or room; vast
vista – opening or passage through or from which you see a wide view
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corridor
adrift
spacious
vista
Grammar
Independent and Dependent Clauses
would ashleys presence disterb chauncey
Would Ashley’s presence disturb Chauncey?
the hairy mongrel had mangy fur he smell awul
The hairy mongrel had mangy fur. He smelled awful.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Before she could stammer a reply, the lights went out.
The lights went out is an independent clause and Before she could stammer a reply is a dependent clause, or subordinate clause.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
An independent clause has a subject and verb and can stand alone as a complete sentence.
A dependent clause has a subject and a verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
In the following sentences, the independent clause is underlined once; the dependent clause is underlined twice. The dependent clause is followed by a comma when it comes before the independent clause.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Lucinda’s relatives were in a makeshift boat before they reached America.
Before they reached America, Lucinda’s relatives were in a makeshift boat.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Is each group of words an independent or dependent clause? Before the U.S. Coast Guard
cutter towed them. dependent clause The perilous journey lasted two
days. independent clause
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Is each group of words an independent or dependent clause? Lucinda’s family moved to
West New York, New Jersey. independent clause If the dog has not been found. dependent clause
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Is each group of words an independent or dependent clause? Whenever she heard a Spanish
song. dependent clause Since she lived in an
apartment building. dependent clause
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Is each group of words an independent or dependent clause? Some homes had cement
lawns and paved driveways. independent clause It was all too confusing. independent clause
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Is each group of words an independent or dependent clause? Although her brother made
friends quickly. dependent clause Lucinda’s parents found jobs
immediately. independent clause
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Underline the independent clause once and the dependent clause twice. Aaron gave his dog a bath,
although he didn’t feel like it. Aaron gave his dog a bath,
although he didn’t feel like it. Because Mae was shy, she hated
oral presentations. Because Mae was shy, she hated
oral presentations.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Underline the independent clause once and the dependent clause twice. Since New York was such a big
city, many people didn’t know each other.
Since New York was such a big city, many people didn’t know each other.
She loved her dog, although it was dirty.
She loved her dog, although it was dirty.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Underline the independent clause once and the dependent clause twice. If she didn’t take care of the dog,
no one else would. If she didn’t take care of the dog,
no one else would.
Spelling Words
Vowel Sounds with r
porch servant shore disturb market margin worth purchase kernel perhaps ignore concern attorney
barge detergent corridor ornament artistic particle nervous trustworthy versatile particular porcelain carbohydrate
Tuesday
Question of the Day
What do you think Lucinda will do with
the dog?
Today we will learn about: Context Clues Compare and Contrast Summarize Vocabulary Fluency: Choral Reading Grammar: Independent and Dependent
Clauses Spelling: Vowel Sounds with r Social Studies: Cuban Immigration Changes
Vocabulary Strategy: Context Clues
Turn to pages 68 - 69.
Viva New Jersey
Turn to pages 70 - 77.
FLUENCY
CHORAL READING
Fluency: Choral Reading Turn to page 80-81. As I read Lucinda and Ashley’s
conversation, notice the way my voice changes, depending on the emotions the characters are feeling.
Now we will practice together as a class by doing three choral readings of these pages.
Grammar
Independent and Dependent Clauses
lucinda was nervus about leaving chauncey alone
Lucinda was nervous about leaving Chauncey alone.
the dog knocked over the box of detergint but, it didnt spill
The dog knocked over the box of detergent, but it didn’t spill.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
An independent clause has a subject and a verb and can stand alone as a sentence.
A dependent clause, or subordinate clause, has a subject and a verb, but it cannot stand alone as a sentence.
A dependent clause begins with a word such as before, after, when, since, because, or if.
Spelling Words
Vowel Sounds with r
porch servant shore disturb market margin worth purchase kernel perhaps ignore concern attorney
barge detergent corridor ornament artistic particle nervous trustworthy versatile particular porcelain carbohydrate
Wednesday
Question of the Day
What do you think happens next, after
this story ends?
Today we will learn about: Compare and Contrast Summarize Character Vocabulary Fluency: Tone of Voice Grammar: Independent and Dependent
Clauses Spelling: Vowel Sounds with r Social Studies: Cuban Culture Changes
Viva New Jersey
Turn to pages 78 - 84.
FLUENCY
MODEL TONE OF VOICE
Fluency: Model Tone of Voice
Turn to page 78. Notice how I change my tone of
voice to indicate the rising and falling excitement of the scene.
Now we will practice together as a class by doing three choral readings of this page.
Grammar
Independent and Dependent Clauses
everyone stood in the coridor. After the power went out
Everyone stood in the corridor after the power went out.
ashleys mother is a attorny she is often away
Ashley’s mother is an attorney. She is often away.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
An independent clause has a subject and a verb and can stand alone as a sentence.
A dependent clause, or subordinate clause, has a subject and a verb, but it cannot stand alone as a sentence.
A dependent clause begins with a word such as before, after, when, since, because, or if.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Writing sentences with independent and dependent clauses will make students’ writing more interesting and informative.
Review something you have written to see if you can improve it by adding dependent clauses to independent clauses.
Spelling Words
Vowel Sounds with r
porch servant shore disturb market margin worth purchase kernel perhaps ignore concern attorney
barge detergent corridor ornament artistic particle nervous trustworthy versatile particular porcelain carbohydrate
Thursday
Question of the Day
Does it seem good to want to be isolated
and alone? Why and why not?
Today we will learn about:
E-Mail Reading Across Texts Fluency: Partner Reading Grammar: Independent and
Dependent Clauses Spelling: Vowel Sounds with r Social Studies: Analyze Characters
Visiting Another Country
Turn to pages 86 - 87.
FLUENCY
PARTNER READING
Fluency: Partner Reading
Turn to page 78. Read these paragraphs three
times with a partner. Be sure to read with proper emotion. Offer each other feedback.
Grammar
Independent and Dependent Clauses
before she find chauncey. Lucinda didnt think about dogs
Before she found Chauncey, Lucinda didn’t think about dogs.
jacks Mother asked him to take the dog for a walk
Jack’s mother asked him to take the dog for a walk.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
An independent clause has a subject and a verb and can stand alone as a sentence.
A dependent clause, or subordinate clause, has a subject and a verb, but it cannot stand alone as a sentence.
A dependent clause begins with a word such as before, after, when, since, because, or if.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Test Tip: Dependent clauses begin
with words such as after, although, as, because, before, if, since, though, unless, until, when, whether, and while.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
Do not confuse dependent clauses with complete sentences.
Dependent clause: Because he was running late.
Sentence: He missed the bus because he was running late.
Spelling Words
Vowel Sounds with r
porch servant shore disturb market margin worth purchase kernel perhaps ignore concern attorney
barge detergent corridor ornament artistic particle nervous trustworthy versatile particular porcelain carbohydrate
Friday
Question of the Day
How do we learn to connect with others in
a new place?
Today we will learn about:
Build Concept Vocabulary Compare and Contrast Mood Context Clues Grammar: Independent and Dependent
Clauses Spelling: Vowel Sounds with r Magazine/Periodical Changes
Compare & Contrast When you compare and contrast, you tell how two or more things are alike or different.
Similes and metaphors make comparisons of very different things.
Compare & Contrast Similes use the clue words
like, as, or than. For example: She is as sly as a fox.
Metaphors do not use clue words. For example: He’s the engine that drives this team.
Mood Mood is the atmosphere a writer
creates for a reader. The mood of a story is the way
you feel while you are reading it. It can be suspenseful, sad, funny, or a variety of other things.
Writers create moods by describing characters, settings, and events with vivid language. Illustrations can also help create a mood.
Context Clues You can use context clues to help
determine the meaning of unfamiliar words.
List any unknown words you encountered as you read “Viva New Jersey.”
Create a chart showing the unknown word, helpful context clues, and a definition based on these clues.
You can use a dictionary or thesaurus.
Context Clues
Word Context Clues Meaning
Magazine/Periodical
How would you find information from a magazine or newspaper?
A magazine is usually published weekly or monthly. Most magazines have specific subject areas, such as fashion, sports, or literature.
Magazine/Periodical
A newspaper is usually published daily. Most newspapers include articles on national and local current events, and also on a wide variety of subjects.
Look at a magazine’s front cover and title to decide if it is likely to include articles you want to read.
Magazine/Periodical
Look at a newpaper’s place of publication to decide whether it has what you want. A local small-town newspaper or neighborhood paper, for example, will say little or nothing about international events.
Magazine/Periodical
The table of contents will give you a specific listing of articles in both the newspaper and the magazine.
Many magazines and newspapers are available online.
Grammar
Independent and Dependent Clauses
lucinda could see her grandmothers frontporch
Lucinda could see her grandmother’s front porch.
coyotes and foxs belong to the same family as dog’s
Coyotes and foxes belong to the same family as dogs.
Independent & Dependent Clauses
An independent clause has a subject and a verb and can stand alone as a sentence.
A dependent clause, or subordinate clause, has a subject and a verb, but it cannot stand alone as a sentence.
A dependent clause begins with a word such as before, after, when, since, because, or if.
Spelling Words
Vowel Sounds with r
porch servant shore disturb market margin worth purchase kernel perhaps ignore concern attorney
barge detergent corridor ornament artistic particle nervous trustworthy versatile particular porcelain carbohydrate
We are now ready to take our story tests.
Story test Classroom webpage, Reading Test
AR Other Reading Quizzes Quiz #