Q3: Week 2- February 1-5, 2021
Trans: Across, beyond, change (Translate)
Auto: Self, same (Autonomy)
Inter: Between, among (Interim)
Intra: Inside, within (Intravenous)
Ex/Ef: Out, away from (Expansion)
A/An: Not, without (Atheist)
Peri: Around (Perimeter)
Sym/Syn: With, together (Synonymous)
Print| Teacher | Kevin Kearney |
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| Subject Area | ELA/ Reading |
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| Grade Level | 7 |
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| Week # | 2 |
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| Unit of Instruction | Informative/Explanatory Essay |
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| Standard(s) Taught |
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LAFS.7. W.1.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.
LAFS.7. W.1.2a Introduce a topic clearly; previewing what is to follow, organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics(e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
LAFS.7. W.1.2b Develop the topic with relevant facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.
LAFS.7. W.1.2c Use appropriate transitions to clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.
LAFS.7. W.1.2d Use precise language and domain–specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.
LAFS.7. W.1.2e Establish and maintain a formal style.
LAFS.7. W.1.2f Provide a concluding statement or section that follows and supports from the information or explanation presented.
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| Learning Targets and Learning Criteria |
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Learning Target:
Students will outline informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey ideas, concepts, through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.
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| Classroom Activities |
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Monday, February 1st – Introductory Paragraph Outline:
Hook: Quote, Statistic or Fact, Strong Statement, or Anecdote
Thesis Statement – Promise to the reader and gives the purpose of the
essay
– Body Paragraphs: Descriptive details, facts, (this is your evidence
& elaboration) definitions, concrete details, information, and
examples.
– Review transitions and complete conclusion: Paraphrase the thesis
statement, summarize the main points of the essay (topic sentences
from body paragraphs), leave the readers with something to think
about. It could be a strong reflection, the theme, a concluding
thought, or a new (but related) idea.
Tuesday, February 2nd- Volusia Literacy Test (VLT- Informative Writing)
Wednesday, February 3rd – Volusia Literacy Test (VLT – Informative Writing)
Thursday, February 4th – Paired Readings/ Everglades Readings
– Read independently
Friday, February 5th – Movie – National Geographic National Parks Adventure
– Spelling/Vocabulary Test
– Read independently
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| Assignments Due |
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Friday, February 5th:
Spelling/Vocabulary Test
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| Additional Resources |
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