Winter Break

No School--Winter Break!

(Class will resume January 3rd, 2013)

Winter Break 1/2 Day

No Classes--Activities Planned.

Semester 1 Test

Objective: SWBAT demonstrate their comprehension on an assessment.

• I can demonstrate comprehension on an assessment.
• I can reflect on my performance.
• I can identify plot.
• I can differentiate between stages of plot.
• I can explain the stages of plot.
• I can identify conflict.
• I can differentiate between types of conflict.
• I can explain conflict.
• I can identify the protagonist(s).
• I can identify the antagonist(s).
• I can differentiate between protagonists and antagonists.
• I can identify mood.
• I can identify mood words.
• I can identify tone.
• I can differentiate between mood and tone.
• I can analyze a text for theme.
• I can identify the topic of a text.
• I can place events in chronological order.
• I can identify elements of Gothic Literature.
• I can identify melodrama.
• I can identify parody.
• I can identify irony.
• I can make logical predictions.
• I can differentiate between types of irony.
• I can prepare for an assessment.

IPI: 3

Writing Response (Reflect):
How did you do in preparing for the quiz? What could you have improved on during this semester?  What will you change next quarter?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Whole-Class Assessment (Semester 1)

Semester 1 Test Preparation

Objective: SWBAT -

1. demonstrate comprehension of concepts.
2. demonstrate study skills.

• I can demonstrate comprehension of concepts.
• I can demonstrate study skills.
• I can listen for information.
• I can demonstrate teamwork.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
Of the concepts covered this year, explain what you think was the most difficult?  What do you think was the easiest?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Semester 1 Test Review
4) Whole-Class Notes & Participation

Library Check-Out

Objective: SWBAT read grade-level text.

• I can read grade level text.
• I can reflect on previous work.
• I can speak clearly.
• I can enunciate.
• I can use appropriate and effective body language.
• I can prepare for a presentation.

IPI: 3, 4, 5

Writing Response (Reflect):
How did you do on your book report project?  What did you do well?  What could you have improved on?

To Do:
1) Finish Presentations (if needed)
2) Discuss Expectations
3) Go to Library
4) Independent Reading

Book Report Project Presentations

Objective: SWBAT present relevant and specific information.

• I can present relevant and specific information.
• I can enunciate my words.
• I can speak clearly.
• I can project my voice.
• I can use appropriate and effective body language.
• I can prepare for my presentation.

IPI: 3, 4, 5

Writing Response:
Have your book report projects ready to present.

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Present Book Report Projects

• 3-Scene Shoebox
• Detailed Description of Each Scene

Universal Theme in "The Old Grandfather and His Little Grandson" and "The Wise Old Woman," Pt. 2

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify theme in a text.
2. use a graphic organizer.

• I can identify theme in a text.
• I can use a T-Chart.
• I can read grade-level text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response (Copy This):
Many societies that have never interacted have stories with similar plots, scenarios, and universal themes.  This shows that no matter how different people are, they share basic experiences, concerns, and values.

*Discuss "The Hero with a Thousand Faces"

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Continue Small Group Readings of "The Wise Old Woman" (Pg. 466)

• Finish the Theme Comparison T-Chart
• Answer the Universal Theme Questions

Book Report Projects are Due Tomorrow!

Universal Theme in "The Old Grandfather and His Little Grandson" and "The Wise Old Woman," Pt. 1

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify theme in a text.
2. use a graphic organizer.

• I can identify theme in a text.
• I can use a T-Chart.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can make predictions before reading.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What was the theme of the "Old Grandfather and His Little Grandson"? What do you think "The Wise Old Woman" will have in common with that story?  What will be different.

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Whole-Class & Small Group Reading of "The Wise Old Woman" (Pg. 466)

• Ubasute "The Old Woman Abandoning Mountain" Historical Background Information
• Create a T-Chart Comparing Theme
• Answer Universal Theme Questions

Inferences, Symbolism, & Theme in "Gil's Furniture Bought and Sold," Pt. 2

Objective: SWBAT -

1. make inferences in a text.
2. identify symbolism in a text.
3. identify theme in a text.

• I can make inferences in a text.
• I can identify symbolism in a text.
• I can identify theme in a text.
• I can read grade-level text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
Which of the following is a universal theme?

• Good deeds are rewarded.
• Farming is a hard work.
• Leo Tolstoy wrote great novels.

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Finish "Gil's Furniture Bought and Sold" (Pg. 450, 1-3 & 5-8)
4) Background Information of "The Old Man and His Little Grandson" (Pg. 464)

Inferences, Symbolism, & Theme in "Gil's Furniture Bought & Sold," Pt. 1

Objective: SWBAT -

1. make inferences.
2. identify symbols in a text.
3. identify theme in a text.

• I can make inferences in a text.
• I can identify symbols in a text.
• I can identify theme in a text.
• I can read grade-level text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What do you think the most important life lesson is you've learned and why?  How will learning this be helpful to you?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Theme and Symbol in The Contender [excerpt]

• Guided Practice

4) Background Information for The House on Mango Street
5) Small Group Reading of "Gil's Furniture Bought and Sold" (Pg. 450)

• Theme & Symbol Questions (Pg. 450, 1-3 & 5-8)

"The Great Rat Hunt" Quiz / Theme & Symbol

Objective: SWBAT -

1. make inferences in a text.
2. identify symbols in a text.
3. analyze theme in a text.

• I can make inferences in a text.
• I can identify symbols in a text.
• I can analyze theme in a text.
• I can read grade-level text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What do you think of when you hear something described as a priceless possession?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Finish Chronology Chart
4) "The Great Rat Hunt" Quiz
5) Discuss Theme & Symbol (Pg. 442)

Chronology & Theme in "The Great Rat Hunt," Pt. 3

Objective: SWBAT -

1. make personal connections to a text.
2. identify cause and effect relationships.

• I can make personal connections to a text.
• I can identify cause and effect relationships.
• I can use a graphic organizer.
• I can read grade-level text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What characteristics or traits did the Chinese forming Chinatowns in the late 1800s value?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Continue Reading "The Great Rat Hunt" (Pg. 120)
4) Chronology Chart & Conflict Questions

Chronology & Theme in "The Great Rat Hunt," Pt. 2

Objective: SWBAT -

1. make personal connections to a text.
2. make real-world connections to a text.
3. identify cause and effect relationships.

• I can read a grade-level text.
• I can make personal connections to a text.
• I can make real-world connections to a text.
• I can identify cause and effect relationships.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
Which of the following words show chronological order?
Amir came to America when he was ten.  While living in Chicago, he learned English and made many new friends.  During his senior year, he developed a love for food.  He is now a chef in a five-star restaurant.

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Background Information: Chinese Immigration & Chinatown
4) Begin Reading "The Great Rat Hunt" (Pg. 120)

Chronology & Theme in "The Great Rat Hunt," Pt. 1

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify unknown words using context clues.
2. listen for information.

• I can identify unknown words using context clues.
• I can listen for information.
• I can read grade-level text with purpose.
• I can use pre-reading strategies to aid comprehension.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
In chronological order, tell me what you've done so far today or on Thanksgiving using at least three details.

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Present New Book Report Project--3 Scene Diorama (Due Thursday, December 13th, 2012)
4) "The Great Rat Hunt" Pre-Reading Vocabulary (Pg. 119)