Week of Sept. 24 Unit: Decisions, Actions, & Consequences
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| Objective(s): | TLW write short answer responses. TLW read a novel. TLW take a test on plot/conflict. (Pre-AP) TLW create a foldable for editorial writing elements. TLW write a letter to the editor. TLW take a novel quiz. TLW compare and contrast the details of a novel and an eyewitness report of a riot in France. |
| TEKS: | Reading 2.C-relate fig. language to historical and cultural setting. 5.A-analyze isolated scenes; 5.B-moral dilemmas; Reading 5.D-develop familiarity with selection; 5C—tone in works; 7-sensory language—make inferences and draw conclusions; Reading/Persuasive Text-10A- shifts in perspective in arguments. Reading Comprehension 10.A—analyze cultural context. (13) Writing/Writing Process. Students use elements of the writing process (planning, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing) to compose text. Students are expected to: (A) plan a first draft by selecting the correct genre for conveying the intended meaning to multiple audiences; 13.C-revise drafts; 13D-edit for grammar; 13.E-publish works for appropriate audiences; 15A-write an analytical essay |
| ELPS/CCRS: | CCRS: ELA II-A.1- effective forms, A.4-importance of effective writing; C.1-Reading-read a wide variety of texts; II.A.7-reading; III.B.2-Speaking-participate actively and effectively in group discussion. ELPS: C.2.C-learn new language structures; C.2.I-demonstrate listening comprehension of increasingly complex spoken English; C.4.C-develop basic sight vocab; derive meaning of environmental print;4G—demonstrate comprehension of increasingly complex English by responding to questions, taking notes; 4H—read silently with increasing ease, 4K-analytical reading skills |
| Materials: | Reading test; quizzes; appropriate handouts; novels, foldable supplies |
| Instructional Strategies: | Pre-AP: TOTC Quis #4. Read “Echoing Footsteps” aloud. Have students mark with sticky notes the action and detail of the rioters. Homework: Vocab. Quiz #2. Read to Ch. 21-Book III, Ch. 2 by Monday. Read article from London Times and mark action and detail. Periods 2-4-6-7: MUG #3–grammar/usage warm-up. Review/answer questions for symbolism essay. Read Ch. 8 in Silas. Complete exercise for “Conflict” and Conflict notes for test on Thurs. Homework: symbolism essay due on Tues. |
| Tuesday | Pre-AP: Day Two of “Echoing Footsteps” assignments. Students will work in pairs or threes to complete a chart on chart paper regarding the comparisons they discover between Dickens and the article on mob behavior. Vocabulary Unit #2 quiz. Periods 2-4-6-7: Short answer response practice using questions about Silas Marner text. Whole group instruction concerning how to attack questions. Students will complete a planning sheet for four questions and turn in to be checked (will be assigned a partner or group of three.) Homework: Study notes and packets on conflict for test on Thursday. Assign re-writing for STAAR essays. Due on Friday. Re-write one paragraph and add two smiley-face tricks unless TOTAL rewrite required. |
| Wednesday | Pre-AP: Morning class only. Watch BBC video on French Revolution. Homework: Read to Ch. 2 of Book Three by Monday Periods 2-4-6-7: Read Silas, Ch. 9-10 orally. Work on re-writes for essays.Morning classes only. |
| Thursday | Pre-AP: Continue exercise on “Echoing Footsteps.” Present findings to class. Homework: Read to Ch. 2 of Book 3 for homework. Quiz on Monday. Periods 2-4-6-7: Continue writing short answer response questions. Turn in for grade. Students will take a test on plot and conflict. |
| Friday | Pre-AP: Give directions for foldable and letters to the editor. Homework: Complete letters to the editor and foldable. Turn in for grade on Tuesday. Assign themes of TOTC. Students will create a Haiku Deck using pictures/words/images that represent one of the major themes of TOTC during class on Monday and Tuesday. Periods 2-4-6-7: Morning classes will complete a vocabulary assignment for Silas Marner. Afternoon classes: Read Ch. 9-10 and complete vocabulary. |
| Assessment/Evaluation: | Reading check quizzes; check orally for comprehension; group question activities; handouts; written paragraphs; all tests and quizzes modified for IEP students |
