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6th Grade English1st 6 WeeksTable of ContentsDateTitle of AssignmentPage #Aug. 29Writing6Aug. 29Why do we write?7Aug. 29Writing Territories8Aug. 29Writing Territories9Aug. 29-30Heart Mapping10Aug. 30Ode to Family Photographs11Aug. 30Explode a Moment12Aug. 30Explode a Moment: A Photo Story13Aug. 31Quickwrite14Sept. 4Family15Sept. 5Epiphany Moment16Sept. 5Open-Ended Responses (OERs)17Sept. 6Quickwrite18Sept. 7Beliefs and Ideas19August 29, 2012

Title: Writingpg. 6Journal: Why do we write? Why do we write short stories, poetry, informational texts, and argument/persuasive essays? What would it be like if you couldnt write?

August 29, 2012-ActivityTitle: Why do we write?Pg. 7To share ideasTo let your feelings outTo tell about a topic, give facts (informational text)To make you laugh, to entertain you (fiction)Telling a personal story (nonfiction)To show you what to do, shows a lessonTo tell an opinion (persuasive/argument essay)No books, postersGetting lost, no mapsNo testingNot being able to communicate with email, text, letters

August 29, 2012-ActivityTitle: Why do we write?Pg. 7To express ourselvesTo get information to others To persuade, entertain, informTo communicateTo laugh, to inspire emotion, thrill (fiction)To give personal true stories (nonfiction)To give information about a topic (informational/expository)To give your own reasons and opinion (argument/persuasive)No reading, no booksNo sending lettersNo signature

August 29, 2012-ActivityTitle: Why do we write?Pg. 7To communicate from far distancesTo express your opinionTo help, to practice writingTo be creative, to entertain (fiction)To inform, to tell about a time period (nonfiction)To get information (informational/expository)To give your opinion and possibly persuade others (persuasive/argument)Not know historyNo texting, emails, lettersNo books, no documents

August 29, 2012-ActivityTitle: Why do we write?Pg. 7To inform about a topic (informational/expository)To put your point of view out there, your opinionShowing your workFor the fun of it, entertainment (fiction)Personal stories about a topic (nonfiction)Persuade something to think differently or act differently (persuasive/argument)No communication, no email, text, lettersNo documents, no signature, no agreements, no money

August 29, 2012-ActivityTitle: Writing Territoriespg. 8-9-memories: early, earlier, and recent-obsessions-idiosyncrasies (differences)-problems-dreams-itches (what bugs you)-understandings-confusions-passions-sorrows-risks-accomplishments-fears-worries-fantasies-family, close and distant-friends, now and then-fads-favorites, now and then-pets, now and then-teachers, now and then-places: school, camp, trips, times away with friends and relatives-hobbies-sports-games-music-books-poems-songs-movies-writers and artists-food-pet peeves-beloved thingsobjects and possessionsnow and then-all the loves of your lifehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPaed8I3V1A

August 29, 2012Title: Heart Mappingpg. 10

Things/People outside of your heart; you may dislike or even hate themThings/People inside your heart that are special to you; the closer to the center the more you love or like themhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPaed8I3V1A

August 30, 2012Title: Heart Mappingpg. 10

Things/People outside of your heart; you may dislike or even hate themThings/People inside your heart that are special to you; the closer to the center the more you love or like themAugust 30, 2012-ActivityTitle: Ode to Family Photographspg. 11Journal: Read poem Ode to Family Photographs. Respond to the quote: A picture is worth a thousand words. Frederick BarnardWhat does it mean? How does this quote go with what we just read?Exploding the MomentUsing Snaps and Thoughts to Explode the Moment

Mr. Randles, WWSExploding the MomentWhat is it?When a moment is slowed waaaay down for the purpose of painting a frame-by-frame picture for your readerSnapshotsThoughtshotsFlashbacksFlashforwardsPresent thoughts

He walked through the doorway.

He grasped the cold doorknob and turned it slowly to the right. He pushed the door inward. The hinges squeaked and cold air rushed past the opening door. The room was dark. He darted his eyes to the right. Nothing. He pushed the door open a little farther, and slowly moved his right foot into the room. His shoe creaked a bit as it hit the polished hardwood floor. Exploding the MomentI woke up late this morning--as usual. I had no clean clothes and the fridge was next to bare. Traffic was heavy as I sped to work. Some jerk cut me off and I almost had a wreck. At work I went to my desk and there was a note to go and see the boss. I waited outside her office for a while before she called me in. I couldnt figure out why she wanted to see me. I went inside and sat down. My boss handed me an envelope. She told me that my services were no longer needed and that I was free to go. I got my belongings from my desk and left. The drive home was quick. I am now unemployed.

Exploding the MomentSome guy cut me off and I almost had a wreck.

Some guy cut me off and I almost had a wreck. I hate people who cant drive. I decided to teach him a little lesson by playing near bumper cars with his bright red 300 ZX. He kept hitting his brakes, and eventually even shook a fist of rage at me. I giggled gleefully--kind of like that lady in Fried Green Tomatoes who got immense pleasure from repeatedly rearending the car of the person who had stolen her parking space. Space is crucial, and that jerk will probably think twice before he cuts into mine again.

Exploding the MomentSelect a sentenceExplode that sentenceProvide your reader with a frame-by-frame picture of the action (details)Provide your reader with insights into the characters thoughtsConsider tools from the Writers Toolbox

Exploding the MomentI woke up late this morning--as usual. I had no clean clothes and the fridge was next to bare. Traffic was heavy as I sped to work. Some jerk cut me off and I almost had a wreck. At work I went to my desk and there was a note to go and see the boss. I waited outside her office for a while before she called me in. I couldnt figure out why she wanted to see me. I went inside and sat down. My boss handed me an envelope. She told me that my services were no longer needed and that I was free to go. I got my belongings from my desk and left. The drive home was quick. I am now unemployed.

August 30, 2012-ActivityTitle: Explode a Moment NotesOde to Family Photographsmore of my feethead cut offeyes half-closedsmear of chocolate on his facegiraffe looking over her shouldercandy in my mouthAugust 30, 2012-ActivityTitle: Explode a Moment NotesOde to Family Photographsgeneral who lost an armfather with his eyes half-closedhead cut offstanding on one leg on a rock, with a smear of chocolatebird with a pretzel in its beakcars front bumperAugust 30, 2012-ActivityTitle: Explode a Moment NotesOde to Family Photographsmore of my feetgeneral who lost an armhead cut offstanding on one leg on a rock, with a smear of chocolategiraffe looking over her shoulderbird with a pretzel in its beakAugust 30, 2012-ActivityTitle: Explode a Moment NotesOde to Family Photographsfamous general who lost an armmore of my feetPedro standing on one leg on a rock, with a smear of chocolatebird with a pretzel in its beakgiraffe looking over her shoulderhead cut offTitle: Explode a Moment: Photo Storypg. 13I had never jumped into the water before. I was always the one slumped on the grass watching others.

Using the strategy, Explode a Moment, write about the action in the photo from the perspective of the boy.Stem: I had never jumped into the water before. I was always the one slumped on the grass watching others.

August 31, 2012Title: Quickwritepg. 14Journal: Choose a topic from your writing territories or heart map on which to write.

August 31, 2012-ActivityFinish explode a momentHighlight/UnderlineSay Back strategyDiscussion QuestionsExploding the MomentUsing Snaps and Thoughts to Explode the Moment

Mr. Randles, WWSExploding the MomentWhat is it?When a moment is slowed waaaay down for the purpose of painting a frame-by-frame picture for your readerSnapshotsThoughtshotsFlashbacksFlashforwardsPresent thoughts

He walked through the doorway.

He grasped the cold doorknob and turned it slowly to the right. He pushed the door inward. The hinges squeaked and cold air rushed past the opening door. The room was dark. He darted his eyes to the right. Nothing. He pushed the door open a little farther, and slowly moved his right foot into the room. His shoe creaked a bit as it hit the polished hardwood floor.

Using the strategy, Explode a Moment, write about the action in the photo from the perspective of the boy.Stem: I had never jumped into the water before. I was always the one slumped on the grass watching others.

August 31, 2012-ActivityHighlight any powerful, descriptive, or unique lines and discuss.Underline where you need detailsSay Back StrategyDiscussion questions (Think-pair-share):Author: How did your form of elaborations (details) engage the reader? Reader: What advice can you generate (give) to share more elaboration (details)? August 31, 2012-ActivityStep 1: Read 1 paper.Step 2: Write comments.-I like-I wonder/question-My suggestions areStep 3: Give the reader your post-its.Step 4: Read next paper and follow same steps.

Say Back

September 4, 2012Title: Family pg. 15Journal: What impact/affect does family or others have during different stages/times in our lives? Explain.

September 4, 2012-ActivityClarify meaning of annotationIntroduce the Alligator Poem and read aloud Assignment: Annotate poem for shifts/tone, figurative language, etc. (w/partner)

September 5, 2012Title: Epiphany Momentpg. 16Journal: Write about a time when you made a realization or had an ah ha moment. What did you realize? What led you to this realization or ah ha moment? Explain.

September 5, 2012-ActivityBrainstorm with a group the meaning of OER.Mini Lesson: How to respond to an Open Ended Question (short answer).Alligator Poem Assignment: use OER questions from packet/ jigsaw the questions into groups and group share #5-9

September 5, 2012-ActivityTitle: Open-Ended Responses (OERs)pg. 17Open-Ended ResponsesA question(s) that does not have a clear cut answer.Your answer has to be proven and supported by evidence (quotes).After closely reading and annotating (making notes) the passage:READThe item carefully and closelyREFLECTOn what the item meansREREADThe passageRESPONDTo the item

Open-ended Responses (OERs)A=Answer all of the questionsI=Integrate (include) important evidence (quotes with )M=Make meaningful connections

*Note: You response should have at least 3 sentences to answer the question.*

Open-ended Responses (OERs)A=Answer the prompt.P=Prove your answer. Find support in the story/text and write a quote. Be sure to put the quote in quotation marks ( ).E=Explain how your quote goes with your answer. Tie them together.

*Note: You response should have at least 3 sentences to answer the question.* Open-Ended Response (OER)Does writing online articles about someone violate (go against) someones privacy or is it an example of free speech?A (Answer)-I (Quote/Example)-M (Meaningful connection)- Open-Ended Response (OER)-1stDoes writing online articles about someone violate (go against) someones privacy or is it an example of free speech?A (Answer)-I (Quote/Example)- M (Meaningful connection)- Open-Ended Response (OER)-4thDoes writing online articles about someone violate (go against) someones privacy or is it an example of free speech? Open-Ended Response (OER)-5thDoes writing online articles about someone violate (go against) someones privacy or is it an example of free speech? Open-Ended Response (OER)-7thDoes writing online articles about someone violate (go against) someones privacy or is it an example of free speech?September 6, 2012Title: Quickwritepg. 18Journal: Choose a topic from your writing territories or heart map on which to write.

September 6, 2012-ActivityMini Lesson: Continue OER activityAlligator PoemGroup share: Finish OER questions (#5-9)

Open-ended Responses (OERs)A=Answer all of the questionsI=Integrate (include) important evidence (quotes with )M=Make meaningful connections

*Note: You response should have at least 3 sentences to answer the question.*

September 7, 2012Title: Beliefs and Experiences (hands format) pg. 19Journal: Draw two hands or trace your hands on your paper. You will fill in one hand with your beliefs and the other with your experiences.

September 7, 2012-ActivityMini Lesson: Introduce learners to the definition and elements of a personal narrative. Include prompt format. (Refer to the portal for materials)Eleven pg. 149Assignment: Annotate to identify the elements of a narrativeGroup Share: Share and add suggestionsSeptember 7, 2012-ActivityTitle: Elements of a NarrativePlot-storyline in order (exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and denouement)

Describe setting with visual detailsGood hook or lead-how you begin your storyCreate interesting charactersBuild toward an important turning point (climax)Resolve the conflict in the story

http://www.scribendi.com/images/cms/2009-07/Plot_Skeleton_photo_FINALIZED.jpgConflictSeptember 7, 2012-ActivityRead Eleven p. 149 Answer OERWhy does Rachel wish she were anything but eleven?A (Answer)-I (Quote/Example)-M (Meaningful connection)-

September 10, 2012Title: Personal NarrativeTopic: Respond to the prompt-WRITE A PERSONAL NARRATIVE/STORY ABOUT A PERSONAL EVENT AND HOW THAT EVENT IMPACTED YOUR LIFE. (What does it mean? What would you have to do?)What is a possible topic you could write about? How did the incident change you or your life? Explain.

http://www.anvention.com/?q=changemeditationSeptember 10, 2012-ActivityPower write-3 topics11 minute essayPair share 11 minute essay and complete 2 wish and 1 star feedback

September 10, 2012-ActivityTitle: Power Write-3 TopicsAssignment: Choose 3 topics from your writing territories, heart map, or beliefs and experiences prewriting. Power write on each topic for 3 minutes. You must choose topics that you could turn into a personal narrative.September 10, 2012-ActivityTitle: 11 minute essayAssignment: Choose one of the three topics for the 11 minute essay.

11-minute essay1 minuteTake a breath and indent. Explain what you think the truism means.11-minute essay3 minutesTake a breath and indent. For the next three minutes, tell how it connects to literature you have read.

11-minute essay3 minutesTake a breath and indent. For the next three minutes, tell how it connects to a movie that you have seen.11-minute essay3 minutesTake a breath and indent. For the next three minutes, tell how it connects to a moment in history.11-minute essay1 minuteTake a breath and indent. Write for one minute about one question, something that you wonder about, or make a closing remark that relates to the truism.

Create a title for your essay.Share your essay with others.September 10, 2012-ActivityIn pairs, share 11 minute essay and complete 2 wish and 1 star feedback2 wishesI wish you would have expanded on these1 star1 thing I really liked

September 11, 2012Title: Hooks or LeadsLook at your writing from yesterday. Which beginning do you consider the best? Explain.How do you begin a story? How do you hook your reader? When you read, what is your favorite type of beginning? When you write, what is your favorite way to begin your story?

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philosophyforkids.comSeptember 11, 2012-ActivityMini Lesson: (S)Introduce different types of leadsAssignment:Try 4 different leads for your quick write from yesterdayPair Share- Share leadsSeptember 11, 2012-ActivityTitle: LeadsAction-a main character doing somethingI gulped my milk, pushed away from the tableDialogue/Talking-a character or characters speaking Scott! Get down here on the double! Dad bellowed. Thinking/Reaction-a character thinkingI couldnt imagine why my father was hollering for me at 7:00 in the morning.Anecdote-a brief story that captures the essence of the issue or situationQuotation-a voice not your own that speaks to or exemplifies the problem or issueNews-the writer gives the reader the who-what-where-when-why of a situation or issueBackground-the writer gives a brief history of the issue or situationAnnouncement-the writer tells the reader what he or she is going to say about the issue or situation and takes an attitude

September 11, 2012-ActivityTitle: LeadsLeads to AvoidDictionary definitionA question to the readerA bromide or clichA lead that isnt focusedExamples of LeadsLead #1Choose topic from topic bank and ideasChoose a type of leadWrite on the topic you chose using this type of lead

Lead #2Choose topic from topic bank and ideasChoose a type of leadWrite on the topic you chose using this type of lead

September 11, 2012-ActivityExamples of LeadsTopic: Spurs GameActionI jumped up from my seat, participating in the wave.I shouted at the referee for the bad call.Dialogue What was the call? I asked my father. It was just bad, he replied.ReactionI thought to myself that the other team was just bad.I wondered if the team had been practicing at all.

September 11, 2012-ActivityExamples of LeadsTopic: TennisActionMy heart pounded.I served the ball over the net.Dialogue-I am going to beat you.- Good game.ReactionI thought to myself, dont miss the ball.I wondered how long the game would take.

September 11, 2012-ActivityExamples of LeadsTopic: MarathonsActionI ran to practice for the marathon.I ran as my heart beat quickly, my feet barely moving and lifting off the ground.DialogueGood job. You won first place, said the coach.What happened you practiced for the race and fell?ReactionI thought I would I have done better.I wondered who was behind me.

September 12, 2012Title: Quick List-List of ThreesMemories that make me laughMemories that make me cryThings I regretEmbarrassing momentsBittersweet memories or unexpected outcomesFavorite placesFavorite times of dayMy first9. Things I have excelled in10. People who have inspired me11. Sacrifices others made for me12. Three lessons I have learned about love13. Three lessons I have learned about hate14. My biggest fears15. My favorite itemsSeptember 12, 2012-ActivityMini Lesson: (C)Similes and Metaphors Highlight similes and Metaphors in mentor text.Strategy:Highlighting or write out similes and metaphors within textText:Eleven pg.149Strategy: Quick ListAssignment:In groups/partners choose a topic(your choice) and create a list of at least 10 similes and metaphors to describe the topic.Small Group Share- vote on the most uniqueSeptember 12, 2012-ActivityTitle: Similes and MetaphorsSimile-comparison using like or asExample- Because the way you grow old is kind of like an onion or the rings inside a tree trunk or like my little wooden dolls that fit one inside the other

Metaphor-comparison without the use of like or asExample- Its maybe a thousand years old and even if it belonged to me I wouldnt say so.

Sensory details-details that appeal to the readers five senses. Adding sensory details to your writing helps a reader to better imagine the scene.Touch--HearingTaste--SmellSightSeptember 13, 2012Title: QuickwriteJournal: Choose a topic from your writing territories or heart map on which to write.

September 13, 2012Mini Lesson: (C)Identify sensory detail within text. (highlight)*Review adjectives and adverbs nouns and verbsText:Maniac Magee (supplementals are in portal) Strategy: Quick-writeAssignment:Using your rough draft, insert sensory details where applicable

September 13, 2012-ActivityTitle: SensesDefinition: Help to explain how you experience the world.5 SensesSmell

TouchTasteSoundSight

Sensory SunburstTouchTasteSoundSightSmellSeptember 13, 2012-ActivityExampleWhen I first met Jacob, he was the biggest jerk ever.

Sound-He was rude. A constant numerous ugly comments came from his mouth.September 14, 2012Title: Sentence BeginningsJournal: Create a story using the following sentence as your starter. I get the willies when I see closed doors.September 14, 2012Warm Up: *Update calendar for writing process(Located in Writing Folder) /TOC (Table of Contents)Mini Lesson: How to Vary Sentence BeginningsAssignment:Drafting personal narrative essay with sensory detailsAssessment: Quiz over leads, similes/metaphors, and sensory detailSharing: Authors Chair(quick write from previous day) time permittingSeptember 17, 2012Warm Up: Power Writing Heroes (5 min)Whole Class: Vocabulary Lesson 1- Over and UnderPrefixes: sub, trans(Red Hot Root Words7th Grade teachers will have if needed)Assignment: Create Frayer Models as a whole classHomework: Using Frayer Models make flashcardsSeptember 18, 2012Warm Up: Respond to photo, writing 10 min (Find in portal)Mini Lesson: (C) TPCASTTStrategy:Read AloudText:Oranges pg. 555Assignment:Analyze Oranges- TPCASTTHomework: Study vocabularySeptember 18, 2012Title: OrangesTopic: Look at the photo above the poem Oranges on pg. 555. What does it remind you of? Explain.*Note: Journal must be a page in length or 11 lines.*

http://operatorchan.org/s/arch/res/7834.htmlOrangesRead Oranges.Complete TPCASTT.Using the Q matrix, write two open-ended questions.Share your questions with the class.Choose questions and answer using AIM (Answer the question, Integrate/Include a quote, and Make a meaningful connection).

http://operatorchan.org/s/arch/res/7834.htmlOranges pg. 555-TPCASTTT-Title-write the title of the poem; what do you think it might be aboutP-Paraphrase-write a summaryC-Connotation-poetic devicesA-Attitude-attitude of the author; toneS-Shifts-changes in the poemT-Title-how does the title go with the poem?T-Theme-write a statement telling the meaning of the poem

http://operatorchan.org/s/arch/res/7834.htmlSeptember 18, 2012 Title: Oranges pg 555

Title (What do you think it is about?)Answer:Your answerEvidence:Oranges Paraphrase (Summary)Summary in your words-2 sentencesYour evidenceConnotation (Poetic devices)Attitude (Tone)Shift (changes in the poem)Title (How does the title go with the poem?)Theme (central message written in a statement)September 18, 2012 Title: Oranges pg 555

Title (What do you think it is about?)Answer:Your answerEvidence:Oranges Paraphrase (Summary)Summary in your words-2 sentencesYour evidenceConnotation (Poetic devices)Attitude (Tone)Shift (changes in the poem)Title (How does the title go with the poem?)Theme (central message written in a statement)September 18, 2012 Title: Oranges pg 555

Title (What do you think it is about?)Answer:Your answerEvidence:Oranges Paraphrase (Summary)Summary in your words-2 sentencesYour evidenceConnotation (Poetic devices)Attitude (Tone)Shift (changes in the poem)Title (How does the title go with the poem?)Theme (central message written in a statement)September 18, 2012 Title: Oranges pg 555

Title (What do you think it is about?)Answer:Your answerEvidence:Oranges Paraphrase (Summary)Summary in your words-2 sentencesYour evidenceConnotation (Poetic devices)Attitude (Tone)Shift (changes in the poem)Title (How does the title go with the poem?)Theme (central message written in a statement)September 18, 2012 Title: Oranges pg 555

Title (What do you think it is about?)Answer:Your answerEvidence:Oranges Paraphrase (Summary)Summary in your words-2 sentencesYour evidenceConnotation (Poetic devices)Attitude (Tone)Shift (changes in the poem)Title (How does the title go with the poem?)Theme (central message written in a statement)AssignmentRead story, pg. 23-28.Answer questions.Fill in hexagonal chart using story.Sensory LanguageAlliteration-the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words that are close together; for example, Paulaprettiest, Jeangenius, Lisalistener.

Repetition-when words or phrases are repeatedSeptember 19, 2012Warm Up: Review yesterdays analysisMini Lesson: (C)Conclude yesterdays analysis of Oranges (Discuss as a whole group)Strategy:TPCASTT (continue)Text:Oranges pg. 555Strategy: OERAssignment:Q Matrix- Learners will write at least two questions.September 20, 2012Warm Up: OER using student made questions from Q MatrixMini Lesson: Present guidelines for independent drafting (Writers Lounge)Strategy:DraftingAssignment:(Update calendar)Revisit 1st draft (11 min essay) and implement strategies that have been taught

September 21, 2012Warm Up: Review vocabulary using flashcardsMini Lesson: Sentence structure: simple, compound and complexStrategy: DraftingAssignment: Writers Lounge -Continue draftingAssessment: Vocabulary Quiz #1

September 24, 2012Warm Up: Quick list words that begin with the prefixes hyper, super, supr, and surWhole Class: Vocabulary Lesson 2- More, More, MorePrefixes: hyper, super, supr, and surAssignment: Create Frayer Models in small groupsSharing: Check for understanding of prefixes and new words through whole class discussionHomework: Using Frayer Models make flashcardsSeptember 25, 2012Title: The Opposite of FateTopic: Read essay. Why are memories important? Explain.107September 25, 2012Warm Up:Reading of a mentor text and answering HOTS (higher order thinking skills) questions.(4)(portal)Strategy:SSRClose reading for narrative elementsText:The Opposite of Fate pg. 79 (Literature book)Strategy:DraftingAssignment: Writers Lounge Continue working on piece selected.Homework: Study vocabularySeptember 26, 2012Title: Fact vs. OpinionTopic: How do you decide what is true? Explain.

Assignment: Read The Drive-In Movies p. 45, complete the hexagonal writing, and answer the questions.

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blog.scottrobinson.comSeptember 26, 2012Warm Up: Respond to question- How do we decide what is true?Mini Lesson: Revisit Explode a Moment, Subject/verb agreementStrategy:SSRText:The Drive In Movies pg 45(Begin once drafting is complete for the day)Strategy: DraftingAssignment: Writers Lounge Draft a clean copy to include strategies already taught. Highlight your exploded moment in orange.Teacher ConferencingSeptember 27, 2012Warm Up: Review vocabulary by playing Vocab. Pyramid (10 min) (suggested activity)Text:Personal NarrativesPair Share: Say Back Give students post it notes.Read drafts twice to partner.On second round listener make notes: what he/she likes, want to know more about(positive feedback only)

September 28, 2012Warm Up: Review vocabulary using flashcardsMini Lesson: Explain ClockingStrategy: Clocking/EditingAssignment: Clocking for revision Vary Sentence Beginnings, punctuation, sentence structureAssessment: Vocabulary Quiz #2 (timed)Authors ChairOctober 1, 2012Warm Up: Answer the question, How does conflict influence an individuals decisions and actions?Whole Class: Six Weeks Review CentersAssignment: Final copy of Narrative is DUE at the end of class!Free Write if draft is turned inOctober 1, 2012Title: ConflictTopic: How does conflict influence an individual's decisions and actions?

Assignment: Read The Drive-In Movies p. 45, complete the hexagonal writing, and answer the questions.

October 2, 2012Warm Up: Write about a time when you did something you did not have permission to do? Explain the consequences and your feelings.Text:The Bike (s)(portal)Assignment: Read and discuss the personal narrative elementsHomework: Study vocabulary for six weeks examOctober 3, 2012Mini Lesson: Introduce Hexagonal (Non Fiction) AnalysisText:The BikeAssignment: Hexagonal WritingHomework: Bring at least questions for tomorrows six weeks review.October 3, 2012-ActivityTitle: Hexagonal writingText Summary-2. Emotional Appeals and Rhetorical Devices-3. Authors Purpose/Intention/ Thesis-4. Organizational Patterns/Text Structure-5. Connections-6. Evaluation-October 3, 2012-ActivityTitle: Hexagonal writingText Summary-2. Emotional Appeals and Rhetorical Devices-3. Authors Purpose/Intention/ Thesis-4. Organizational Patterns/Text Structure-5. Connections-6. Evaluation-October 3, 2012-ActivityTitle: Hexagonal writingText Summary-2. Emotional Appeals and Rhetorical Devices-3. Authors Purpose/Intention/ Thesis-4. Organizational Patterns/Text Structure-5. Connections-6. Evaluation-October 3, 2012-ActivityTitle: Hexagonal writingText Summary-2. Emotional Appeals and Rhetorical Devices-3. Authors Purpose/Intention/ Thesis-4. Organizational Patterns/Text Structure-5. Connections-6. Evaluation-October 3, 2012-ActivityTitle: Hexagonal writingText Summary-2. Emotional Appeals and Rhetorical Devices-3. Authors Purpose/Intention/ Thesis-4. Organizational Patterns/Text Structure-5. Connections-6. Evaluation-October 4, 2012Warm Up: Write for ten minutes about a habit that you generated from someone you know.Mini Lesson: Review of six weeks exam Have learners take out homework and discuss questions and answers as a whole class.Assignment: ReviewOctober 4, 2012Title: HabitsTopic: Write about a habit that you generated from someone you know.

Assignment: Read through your drafts and circle the be verbs. Replace the be verbs with action verbs.

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The Case of the Killer Bes-To Be VerbsisamarewaswerebebeingbeenOctober 5, 2012Strategy:SSRText:Student choice after examAssessment: 6 Week exam OERs and VocabularyEarly Release Day!September 22, 2011Title: Personal Narrative TimelineTopic: Draw a timeline that shows the main events of your story. Include your setting, conflict, resolution of conflict, and how it changed you.SettingConflictClimaxHow you changedEventResolution to conflictEvent