Friday, October 31, 2014

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We are on assembly schedule today!
1st: 8:30-9:32
2nd: 9:36-10:32
Lunch: 10:36-11:07
4th: 11:11-12:07
5th: 12:11-1:07
6th: 1:11-1:57
7th: 2:01-2:47
Fall Festival: 2:51-3:45

Independent Reading (This is week #11)

Mini-Lesson:	Good readers clarify their understanding.
Essential Questions:	What strategies can I use to make sure that unknown words don't get in the way of understanding what I've read?
Work Time:	* Stick note strategy for unknown words * Reading: Only 10 minutes today! * Reading Conferences

Unit 3: Authors As Mentors

Essential Questions:	How does an author use elements of literature to create a powerful story? How does good writing make for easy reading?
Standard:	R.1.a.iii Describe how a particular story’s or drama’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution. (CCSS:RL.6.3)
I will know I’m successful when...	I can tell why the text is engaging (interesting).  I can identify what makes the text seem satisfying. I can identify how the writer crafts a story to make it suspenseful. I can identify how the author's purpose is linked to the theme.
Mini-Lesson:	Close Reading: To examine part of a text to analyze its fine details, as if holding a magnifying glass to the page to reveal what may be hidden at first glance (or read). In order to deeply understand a complex text, we will be breaking it down into chunks and setting a purpose for multiple readings.
Work Time:	Close reading step 2: Reread the text in order to answer the questions. Remember, you must use evidence from the text to support your thinking.
Debrief:	Think-Pair-Share: After rereading the text, what did you notice that didn't stand out to you the first time?
Homework:	Reading 30 Minutes (Even on Saturday and Sunday!) Update your reading list (It's in Google Classroom)

Click here for a Late Assignment Turn In Sheet for any late or resubmitted work. 

Thursday, October 29, 2014

Independent Reading (This is week #11)

Mini-Lesson:	Good readers clarify their understanding.
Essential Questions:	What strategies can I use to make sure that unknown words don't get in the way of understanding what I've read?
Work Time:	* Stick note strategy for unknown words * Read for 20 Minutes * Reading Conferences

Unit 3: Authors As Mentors

Essential Questions:	How does an author use elements of literature to create a powerful story? How does good writing make for easy reading?
Standard:	R.1.a.iii Describe how a particular story’s or drama’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution. (CCSS:RL.6.3)
I will know I’m successful when...	I can tell why the text is engaging (interesting).  I can identify what makes the text seem satisfying. I can identify how the writer crafts a story to make it suspenseful. I can identify how the author's purpose is linked to the theme.
Mini-Lesson:	Introduction to Unit 3: Authors As Mentors  Our first Mentor: Edgar Allen Poe Close Reading: To examine part of a text to analyze its fine details, as if holding a magnifying glass to the page to reveal what may be hidden at first glance (or read). In order to deeply understand a complex text, we will be breaking it down into chunks and setting a purpose for multiple readings.
Work Time:	Close reading step 1: Read the text all the way through to get a basic idea of its plot line. First Read: "Tell Tale Heart" by Edgar Allen Poe
Debrief:	Think-Pair-Share: How does the author's choice in narrator/POV make the story engaging?
Homework:	Reading 30 Minutes (Even on Saturday and Sunday!) Update your reading list (It's in Google Classroom)

Click here for a Late Assignment Turn In Sheet for any late or resubmitted work. 

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

Classroom Reminders:
Do not move the reading chairs. Please leave them where they are. Only use the chairs if it is your day.

Only use one pillow at a time so that others can use them.

You may go to the library only one time per week. If you just have a book to return, do that during your passing period. You have a 10-minute passing period before and after school!

Do NOT erase you name from the Library Sign-Up board!

Magazines do NOT count for the 40 Book Challenge, so you should not be reading them during independent reading time. 

You must have permission from me to go to the office or your locker. 

Do not leave the classroom to use the restroom or get a drink without letting me know that you are leaving! (Emergencies excepted)

Ask first to borrow my Acer Chromebook and plug it back in when finished.

It is your responsibility to check Infinite Campus for missing assignments or low scores. You need to complete or redo these assignments. Turn in a Late Assignment Turn In Sheet with then so that I can re-score them.
Reading Chairs Schedule:
Mondays: Table 1
Tuesdays: Table 2
Wednesdays: Table 3
Thursdays: Table 4
Fridays: Table 5

Independent Reading (This is week #11)

Mini-Lesson:	Good readers clarify their understanding.
Essential Questions:	What strategies can I use to make sure that unknown words don't get in the way of understanding what I've read?
Work Time:	* Stick note strategy for unknown words * Read for 20 Minutes * Reading Conferences

It's Wednesday; you know what that means...

Genius Hour: Year-long Research Project

Essential Questions:	How can I document and reflect on my project and the learning I gain from it?
Standard:	Range of Writing: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.
I will know I’m successful when...	I can use a digital tool, such as a blog, to document and reflect on my learning.
Mini-Lesson:	2nd - 5th Period: Creating a Blog 1st Period will do this next week. Today, you will continue to work on your Inquiry Charts (green sheets)
Work Time:	Blog creation or research using the Inquiry Chart
Debrief:
Homework:	Reading 30 Minutes (Even on Saturday and Sunday!) Update your reading list (It's in Google Classroom)

Click here for a Late Assignment Turn In Sheet for any late or resubmitted work. 

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Independent Reading (This is week #11)

Mini-Lesson:	Good readers clarify their understanding.
Essential Questions:	What strategies can I use to make sure that unknown words don't get in the way of understanding what I've read?
Work Time:	* Stick note strategy for unknown words * Read for 20 Minutes * Reading Conferences

Unit 2: Analyze to Understand

Essential Questions:	How can reflecting on my writing help me to improve my skills as a writer?
Standard:	Range of Writing: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.10 Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.
I will know I’m successful when...	I can use reflect on a piece of writing. I can acknowledge the decision I made as a writer that helped me improve my skills.
Mini-Lesson:	Revised Writer's Memo
Work Time:	Complete the Writer's Memo in Google Classroom
Debrief:	Table Share: One thing that you did well with your Perspective Writing Assessment.
Homework:	Reading 30 Minutes (Even on Saturday and Sunday!) Update your reading list (It's in Google Classroom)

Click here for a Late Assignment Turn In Sheet for any late or resubmitted work. 

Monday, October 27, 2014

Independent Reading (This is week #11)

Mini-Lesson:	Good readers clarify their understanding.
Essential Questions:	What strategies can I use to make sure that unknown words don't get in the way of understanding what I've read?
Work Time:	* Stick note strategy for unknown words * Read for 20 Minutes *Reading Conferences

Friday, October 24, 2014

Independent Reading (This is week #10)

Mini-Lesson:	Good readers clarify their understanding.
Essential Questions:	What strategies can I use to make sure that unknown words don't get in the way of understanding what I've read?
Work Time:	* Turn in your sticky notes (Stick note strategy for unknown words) * Read for 20 Minutes *Whole-class library visit

Unit 2: Analyze to Understand

Essential Questions:	How do the plot elements of a literary text  work together to form an effective story?
I will know I am successful when:	I can use my understanding of plot to plan a short story.
Mini-Lesson:	Perspective Writing Piece: * Your writing should be 1 page in length. * Edit your writing and make revisions. * Turn in your Plot Map (planning page). * Turn in your writing in Google Classroom.
Work Time:	Finish the Perspective Writing Assessment.  Work on your green sheet for Genius Hour. Do some "edge time" reading!
Debrief:	What is you plan for reading this weekend?
Homework:	Reading 30 Minutes (Even on Saturday and Sunday!) Update your reading list (It's in Google Classroom)

Click here for a Late Assignment Turn In Sheet for any late or resubmitted work. 

Thursday, October 23, 2014

Independent Reading (This is week #10)

Mini-Lesson:	Good readers clarify their understanding.
Essential Questions:	What strategies can I use to make sure that unknown words don't get in the way of understanding what I've read?
Work Time:	* Stick note strategy for unknown words * Read for 20 Minutes *Whole-class library visit

Unit 2: Analyze to Understand

Essential Questions:	How do the plot elements of a literary text  work together to form an effective story?
I will know I am successful when:	I can use my understanding of plot to plan a short story.
Mini-Lesson:	Perspective Writing Piece Students will be using the Plot Map to plan a short story.  Students will rewrite the story "The Tree House" from the perspective of either Gramps or The Gnome.
Work Time:	Finish the Plot Map to plan your writing.  Begin writing your part of the prompt in Google Classroom. (Perspective Writing Assessment) Here's the prompt: After reading “The Tree House” by Jaclyn Einis, choose a section of the plot (Pick one): Exposition and rising action,  Rising action and climax, Climax and falling action, or Falling action and resolution Rewrite that section from the perspective of Gramps or The Gnome.
Debrief:
Homework:	Reading 30 Minutes (Even on Saturday and Sunday!) Update your reading list (It's in Google Classroom)

Turn in a Late Assignment Turn In Sheet for any late work. 

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

We are going to the library today for independent reading time. 

Independent Reading (This is week #10)

Mini-Lesson:	Good readers clarify their understanding.
Essential Questions:	What strategies can I use to make sure that unknown words don't get in the way of understanding what I've read?
Work Time:	* Stick note strategy for unknown words * Read for 20 Minutes *Whole-class library visit

Unit 2: Analyze to Understand

Essential Questions:	How do the plot elements of a literary text  work together to form an effective story?
I will know I am successful when:	I can use my understanding of plot to plan a short story.
Mini-Lesson:	True Story of the Three Little Pigs Perspective Writing Piece Students will be using the Plot Map to plan a short story.  Students will rewrite the story "The Tree House" from the perspective of either Gramps or The Gnome.
Work Time:	Use the Plot Map to plan your writing for this prompt: After reading “The Tree House” by Jaclyn Einis, choose a section of the plot (Pick one): Exposition and rising action,  Rising action and climax, Climax and falling action, or Falling action and resolution. Rewrite that section from the perspective of Gramps or The Gnome.
Debrief:	Directions for writing assignment in Google Classroom
Homework:	Reading 30 Minutes (Even on Saturday and Sunday!) Update your reading list (It's in Google Classroom)

Turn in a Late Assignment Turn In Sheet for any late work. 

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Don't forget to fill out and turn in your application for an Anythink library card! You can turn your application in to Mrs. Brownell or Mrs. Rhoads. 

Click HERE for Scholastic Book Orders. 

Our class code is M2LBC.

October book orders are due 10-30-14

Independent Reading (This is week #10)

Mini-Lesson:	Good readers clarify their understanding.
Essential Questions:	What strategies can I use to make sure that unknown words don't get in the way of understanding what I've read?
Work Time:	* Stick note strategy for unknown words * Book Quiz #2 (Due Wednesday) * Read for 20 Minutes * Reading Conferences

Unit 2: Analyze to Understand

Essential Questions:	How do the plot elements of a literary text  work together to form an effective story?
I will know I am successful when:	I can identify the plot elements of a short story.
Mini-Lesson:	Understanding the plot of a short story
Work Time:	Complete the Plot Map for the short story "The Tree House": Finish Plot Pyramid for "Day & Night" Apply for new classroom jobs!
Debrief:
Homework:	Book Quiz #2 (Due Wednesday 10/22/14) Reading 30 Minutes (Even on Saturday and Sunday!) Update your reading list (It's in Google Classroom)

Turn in a Late Assignment Turn In Sheet for any late work.