Tuesday, January 31st

Learning Goals:
1. Identify and improve organization in writing.
2. Increase understanding of myths and Greek Mythology.

Agenda: 
*Collect Spelling Homework
Greek Mythology Introduction:

• What is a myth?
• What does it mean to be immortal?
• What is a hero?
• Who were the gods & goddesses in Greek Mythology and how are they related?

Writing:

• View Compare/Contrast Samples
• Brainstorm a list of possible essay topic

Homework:
1. Brainstorm at least 3 possible Compare/Contrast Essay topics

Monday, January 30th

Learning Goals:
1. Identify and improve organization in writing.
2. Use a graphic organizer to compare/contrast two topics.

Agenda: 
Spelling:

• Record Group #6 Test Scores
• Select Group #7 Words
• Start Homework

Writing:

• Review patterns of organization / finish notes and discussion
• Partnered Activity - Create a Double Bubble comparing Ancient China & Ancient Egypt / Share
• Preview Point-by-Point Graphic Organizer

Homework:
1. Spelling homework for Group #7 Words

Friday, January 27th

"Ketchup & Gravy" Day!
Time for students to catch up and then participate in our
Chinese New Year Celebration!

Agenda:
Morning: 

• Math Test
• Chinese Yin Yang Kites
• Fried Rice Recipes / Tasting

Afternoon:

• Watch movie - Mulan
• Chinese Lantern Making (if time allows)

Homework:
1. Have a great weekend!

Thursday, January 26th

Learning Goals:
1. Identify and improve organization in writing.
2. Identify and use parts of speech to improve writing. 

Agenda: 
Writing:

• "The House" Activity: Setting a purpose for your reading
• Patterns of Organization: Notes/Discussion

Homework:
1. Finish Online Storybook by Friday, January 27th

Wednesday, January 25th

Learning Goals:
1. Identify and improve organization in writing.
2. Identify and use parts of speech to improve writing. 

Agenda: 
Writing:

• Share interview paragraph with the class
• Catch up on owed work / put together Dodecehedron 

Homework:
1. Finish Online Storybook by Friday, January 27th