Learning Goals:
1. Identify and write independent and dependent clauses.
2. Reflect on and respond to fiction text.
3. Improve focus and details in writing.
Agenda:
Record 5 week averages (ELA & S.S.) in portfolio
Writing (Ideas): Review Notes / Read strong samples
Maroo of the Winter Caves Literature Circles:
- Finish reading Chapter 15
- Start roles
Homework:
1. Allen:Ward: Finish reading Maroo Chapter 15/ Complete Lit Circle Role (DiCosimo: Complete role based on section of Chapter 15 you read.)
2. Grammar Worksheet page 12 (Independent & Dependent Clauses)
3. Get grade report signed
Learning Goals:
1. Identify and write independent and dependent clauses.
2. Reflect on and respond to fiction text.
Agenda:
Spelling: Highlight newly mastered words in your portfolio
Independent and Dependent Clauses: Group/Partner Practice (Workbook pages 9 & 10 - collect and review on Monday)
Maroo of the Winter Caves Literature Circles:
- Discuss Chapter 14 / Share roles
- Start Reading Chapter 15
Homework:
1. None!
Learning Goals:
1. Identify and write independent and dependent clauses.
2. Reflect on and respond to fiction text.
Agenda:
Grammar: Independent and Dependent Clauses Practice
Spelling Test (List #1 Words)
Maroo of the Winter Caves Literature Circles:
- Discuss Chapter 13 / Share Roles
- Start Reading Chapter 14
Homework:
1. Finish reading Maroo Chapter 14/ Complete Lit Circle Role
Learning Goals:
1. Identify and write independent and dependent clauses.
2. Identify and correct errors in writing.
3. Reflect on and respond to fiction text.
Agenda:
Proofreading/Editing Practice
Grammar: Independent and Dependent Clauses
- Notes/Discussion
- Group Practice/Paired Practice
Maroo of the Winter Caves Literature Circles:
- Assign individual roles
- Finish Reading Chapter 13
Homework:
1. Allen/Ward: Finish reading Maroo Chapter 13/ Complete Lit Circle Role (DiCosimo: Lit Circle Role for Chapter )
2. Study 4 spelling words for test tomorrow.
Learning Goals:
1. Add specific detail to create a poem.
2. Reflect on and respond to reading.
Agenda:
Alphabet Poem: Create a rough draft of your poem in your writing journal.
Maroo of the Winter Caves Literature Circles:
- Share Roles
- Start Chapter 13
Homework:
1. Finish "Tic Tac Toe" Journaling #3 by Wednesday, October 12th
