Monday, January 26, 2015

Monday, January 26, 2015


Independent Reading (This is week #24)
Focus this week:
Good readers sustain and build their reading stamina.
Good reading habits:
* I have daily reading build into my schedule. 
* I take advantage of "edge time reading". 
* I read books from a variety of genres. 
I record my book choices in "My Reading List".
Work Time:
* Independent Reading
* Reading Conferences
* Library sign-up
Class Code: M2LBC


Unit 4: The Power of Argument
Essential Questions:
How do I use skill words to close read a writing prompt?  

Standard:
W.2.a Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. (CCSS:W.6.1)

RR.1.c.iv Apply grade 6 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, distinguishing claims in a text, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.”). (CCSS:W.6.8b)
I will know I’m successful when...
I am able to close read a prompt to determine what it is asking me to do.  

I am able to reflect on my Argument Pretest in order to better understand my score. 

Mini-Lesson: 
(What Mrs. Brownell is going to teach us)
Deconstructing the prompt


Argument Writing Pretest


Argument Writing Anchor Chart
Work Time:
Today, we will be learning how to close read a writing prompt by deconstructing the prompt from the Argument Pretest.  

Debrief:

Argument Pretest Reflection (In Google Classroom)
Sentence Starters
Homework:
Finish Argument Pretest Reflection. 

Study for the vocabulary quiz tomorrow!
Reading at least 30 Minutes for your "40 Book Challenge" (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.


Click HERE to apply for the essay contest. 

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