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Unit PlanTeacher Litteral Begin Date August 07, 2013Subject English End Date September 23, 2013Grade 8th Unit of Study Title

(based on the Big Idea)The Pigman and Explore Prep

CCSS Reading: RL.8.1Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

RL.8.2Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including its relationship to the characters, setting, and plot; provide an objective summary of the text.

RL.8.6Analyze how differences in the points of view of the characters and the audience or reader (e.g., created through the use of dramatic irony) create such effects as suspense or humor.

Language:L.8.1Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.a. Explain the function of verbals (gerunds, participles, infinitives) in general and their function in particular sentences.b. Form and use verbs in the active and passive voice.c. Form and use verbs in the indicative, imperative, interrogative, conditional, and subjunctive mood.d. Recognize and correct inappropriate shifts in verb voice and mood.*

L.8.2Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing. a. Use punctuation (comma, ellipsis, dash) to indicate a pause or break.b. Use an ellipsis to indicate an omission.c. Spell correctly.

Unit Vocabulary Friendship, Biography, Point of view, Textual evidence, Summary, Sequence, Cause and effect, clauses, Verb tenses: present tense, past tense, future tense, present perfect, past perfect, future perfect, Evaluate, Active voice, passive voice, theme, conclusions, Indicative, imperative, and subjunctive moods, Comparative adjectives, superlative adjectives, irregular verbs, comma, Verbals, Infinitives, infinitive phrase, gerunds

Assessment Verbs Describe, explain, evaluate, compare, contrast, analyze, identify, form, use, determine, cite

Instructional Strategies Lecture, Independent work, group work, reading silently, whole-group reading, Discussion, multiple choice practice, PowerPoint, Whole-group

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practice activities, iPad activities, identification activitiesUnit Assessments Journal writing, Venn Diagram, Exit Slips, short answer questions, graphic

organizers, Multiple Choice/Extended Response Tests, Summary, multiple choice practice, iPad activities, Timeline, Grammar activities

Unit Materials/Resources

Syllabus, survey, index cards, organizes, worksheets, tests, iPads

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Date 8-07-13Objective CCSS n/aStudent Objective/Define n/aBell Work Find your assigned seatLesson Vocabulary n/aProcedures/Activities 1. Seating arrangements, Attendance, Begin student information

survey, and Introduction2. Review handout of expectations and procedures and other

classroom procedures through PowerPoint3. Finish student information survey4. Distribute index cards for exit slip – Have students write one

question they have for me. Modifications n/aFormative Assessment n/aHomework n/aMaterials/Resources Syllabus, survey, index cardsOther:

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Date 8-08-13Objective CCSS n/aStudent Objective/Define n/aBell Work Write a paragraph explaining your summer break.Lesson Vocabulary n/aProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Respond to students’ questions3. Review class procedures. Give Quiz4. Review website, blog, forum5. Discuss Unit Overview 6. Assign TP Vocab. List 1 terms and distribute The Pigman novels

Modifications n/aFormative Assessment n/aHomework n/aMaterials/Resources SMART Board, Projector, ComputerOther:

Daily LessonDate 8-09-13Objective CCSS MAP, Explore Prep

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Student Objective/Define Follows directions in informational textBell Work Complete EditingLesson Vocabulary n/aProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work & Editing

2. MAP Lesson: One lesson for today - Discuss sequence as an organizational structure. Complete Steps in a process Worksheet “Making a Sled Kite”

3. Grammar Lesson: Review Complete Subjects and predicates. Write terms in binder. Complete 1 & 2 together. Have students complete 3-10. Check together.

Modifications n/aFormative Assessment IdentificationHomework n/aMaterials/Resources Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics textOther:

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Date 8-12-13Objective CCSS RL.8.2Student Objective/Define I can determine a central idea or theme of a text and analyze its

development, including its relationship to the characters, setting, and plot.

Bell Work Think of your best friend. Write a paragraph explaining why is this person’s friendship important to you

Lesson Vocabulary FriendshipProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Introduce Paul Zindel (page 151 & Glencoe study guide)3. Introduce the novel and discuss setting (New York) (Glencoe

study guide)4. On SMART Board, post 13 statements and have students

respond individually.5. Read “The Oath,” chap. 1, and chap. 2 (to page 13) aloud6. Discuss beginning to chapter 2

Modifications ReaderFormative Assessment Students responses, DiscussionHomework Finish reading, if neededMaterials/Resources Novels, SMART Board, computer, projectorOther:

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Date 8-13-13Objective CCSS RL.8.6, RL.8.1Student Objective/Define I can analyze or break down how differences in the points of view of the

characters and the audience create effects such as suspense or humor. Bell Work What is a biography? What is its purpose in literature?Lesson Vocabulary Biography, Point of view

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2. Have students create a Venn diagram comparing and contrasting the two main characters: John and Lorraine. Use descriptions they provide of themselves and of each other.

3. Read chapter 3 & 4 pgs. 14-25 silently4. Exit slip – Give an example where the author tried to include

humor by having John or Lorraine make a statement, and having the other respond in his/her chapter.

5. Homework: Vocabulary 1 ExerciseModifications Prompting, cueingFormative Assessment Venn diagram, Exit slipHomework Vocabulary ExerciseMaterials/Resources Novels, handout, index cardOther:

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Date 8-14-13Objective CCSS RL.8.1Student Objective/Define I can cite evidence from the text that supports an analysis of what the

text says. This means I can pull information from a text to break down and support what a text says.

Bell Work Why are John and Lorraine writing this story?Lesson Vocabulary Textual evidenceProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Read chap. 5 pages 26-393. Vocabulary Quiz 14. Discuss chapters 3-5

Modifications Reader, scribe, small groupFormative Assessment DiscussionHomework Finish questions, study vocabularyMaterials/Resources Novel, handoutOther:

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Date 8-15-13Objective CCSS RL.8.1, RL.8.2Student Objective/Define I can cite evidence from the text that supports conclusions drawn from

the text. This means I can pull information from the text to support ideas taken from the text. I can write an objective summary of the text by including main ideas and supporting details.

Bell Work Why was the book entitled, The Pigman?Lesson Vocabulary Summary

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Procedures/Activities 1. Bell Work2. Discuss what makes an effective summary3. Take students to computer lab to post on class blog – Write a 2

paragraph summary of the first 5 chapters. Then, reply to one other student’s post, either explaining why they provided a good summary or what could have made it better.

4. In groups of 3-4, complete chap. 1-5 study guide questions (complete Personal Response, 1-6, & Analyzing a Relationship)

Modifications Reader, scribe, small groupFormative Assessment Short answer questions, SummaryHomework Finish worksheet, if neededMaterials/Resources Novels, handouts, Computer Lab, Class BlogOther:

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Date 8-16-13Objective CCSS MAP Lesson, Explore PrepStudent Objective/Define Follows directions in informational textBell Work Complete EditingLesson Vocabulary SequenceProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work & Editing

2. Assign Vocabulary List 23. MAP Lesson: Review sequence. Lower level complete

Sequence Worksheet “Snip, Snip” Higher level complete “Level_9_Passage_1 – Sequence” worksheet

4. Grammar Lesson: Review Simple Subjects and predicates. Write terms in binder. Complete 1 & 2 together. Have students complete 3-10. Check together, if time.

ModificationsFormative Assessment Identification, MC questionsHomework n/aMaterials/Resources Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics text, BrightLinkOther:

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Date 8-19-13Objective CCSS RL.8.1Student Objective/Define I can cite evidence from the text that supports an analysis of what the

text says. This means I can pull information from a text to break down and support what a text says.

Bell Work Jot down a few of the ways that you express who you are.Lesson Vocabulary n/aProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Review chapters 1-5 and introduce chapter 6 and distribute 6-8 Active Reading Guide to complete as they read this section

3. Read chapter 6 and 7 pgs. 40-654. Exit slip: Explain Mr. Pignati’s relationship with Bobo. Use

textual evidence to support your explanation.

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Modifications Prompt, ScribeFormative Assessment Exit slip, OrganizerHomework Finish reading, if neededMaterials/Resources Novels, Index cards, handoutOther:

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Date 8-20-13Objective CCSS RL.8.6Student Objective/Define I can analyze or break down how differences in the points of view of the

characters and the audience create effects such as suspense or humor. Bell Work What do we find out has actually happened to Conchetta?Lesson Vocabulary Point of viewProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Read chapter 8 (68-80)3. Discuss chapter 6 – 8 (review point of view and the effect it has

on novel)4. Finish 6-8 Active Reading Organizer5. Review for test Wednesday6. Homework: Vocabulary 2 Exercise – Write each word in a

sentence.ModificationsFormative Assessment OrganizerHomework Vocabulary Sentences; AR WorksheetMaterials/Resources NovelsOther:

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Date 8-21-13Objective CCSSStudent Objective/DefineBell Work Do the conversations in The Pigman seem real to you? Why or why

not? …. Turn in Active reading worksheetLesson Vocabulary n/aProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Vocab. Quiz 3. Unit Test 1 (Need to add passage w/ questions)4. Assign Vocabulary List 3

Modifications Reader, ScribeFormative Assessment MC/ CR QuestionsHomework n/aMaterials/Resources Test, Quiz, BrightLinkOther:

Daily LessonDate 8-22-13Objective CCSS Explore Prep

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Student Objective/DefineBell Work What is cause and effect?Lesson Vocabulary Cause and effectProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Define cause and effect and show examples with slideshow at http://www.shsu.edu/~txcae/Powerpoints/CauseandEffect.html

3. Together, practice identifying cause and effect relationships (continued on slideshow)

4. Read “Nancy Lopez and Family” Complete Questions on 60 & 62 (Read and Understand text)

5. Check worksheet together6. If time, Whole Group – Complete the cause and effect matching

activity and Connector Word Activity http://www.grammar-quizzes.com/8-7.html and http://www.quia.com/mc/94601.html

Modifications Guided readerFormative Assessment Short answer questions, IdentificationHomework Finish worksheet, if neededMaterials/Resources BrightLink, computer, internet, WorksheetOther:

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Date 8-23-13Objective CCSS MAP, ExploreStudent Objective/Define Makes inferences as to the possible effects for a given action based

on information contained in informational textEvaluates information supplied in informational text to determine themost likely cause for a given effect

Bell Work Complete Editing.Lesson Vocabulary Cause and effectProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work & Editing

2. MAP Lesson: Review definition of cause and effect. Lowest level complete Worksheet (Hi Lo Comprehension book) – “The Mysterious ‘Black Box’”. On-level complete Worksheet (Hi Lo Comprehension book) – “Book Review – Darkness over Denmark”. Above-level complete “Informational Passages RC - Cause Effect”

3. Grammar Lesson: Review Compound Subjects and predicates. Write terms in binder. Complete 1 & 2 together. Have students complete 3-9. For Part 2, complete #17 together. Students complete 18 & 19. Check together, if time.

Modifications ReaderFormative Assessment IdentificationHomework n/aMaterials/Resources Handouts, Grammar, Usage, and Mechanics textOther:

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Objective CCSS RL.8.2, RL.8.1Student Objective/Define I can determine a central idea or theme of a text and analyze its

development, including its relationship to the characters, setting, and plot.

Bell Work In one paragraph, explain why you think John and Lorraine have become friends with Mr. Pignati.

Lesson Vocabulary Cause and effectProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Introduce chapters 9-11. Provide students with cause and effect Active Reading Guide to complete

3. Read chap. 9 & 10 pgs. 81-994. Discuss chapters 9 & 10 and what themes are beginning to

develop in this novel. – Have them make a list in their binder.Modifications NoneFormative Assessment Discussion, OrganizerHomework Work on organizerMaterials/Resources Novels, Organizer HandoutOther:

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Date 8-27-13Objective CCSS RL.8.1Student Objective/Define I can cite evidence from the text that supports an analysis of what the

text says. This means I can pull information from a text to break down and support what a text says.

Bell Work Why did John and Lorraine decide to tell Mr. Pignati the truth that they were not collecting for charity?

Lesson Vocabulary n/aProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work & Editing

2. Read chapter 11 pg. 100-109 & discuss3. In groups of 3, complete questions for chap. 9-11 (Personal

Response, Questions 1-5)4. Homework: Vocab. 3 Exercise – Create a 5 scene comic strip, or

write each word in a sentence)Modifications Prompting and cueingFormative Assessment Discussion, Short answer questionsHomework Vocabulary exerciseMaterials/Resources Worksheet, NovelsOther:

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Date 8-28-13Objective CCSS RL.8.1Student Objective/Define I can cite evidence from the text that supports an analysis of what the

text says.Bell Work Complete EditingLesson Vocabulary Textual evidence

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2. Vocabulary Quiz 3 (need to create)3. Review The Pigman using the Clicker System. As students use

clickers to answer questions, have them answer “How do you know” on their own paper.

4. Turn in chap. 9-11 Active Reading Guide5. Review Practice English Test Questions on pages 2-4 and

discuss questions to be on testModifications Small groupsFormative Assessment Textual evidenceHomework n/aMaterials/Resources Novels, Handouts ClickersOther:

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Date 8-29-13Objective CCSS Explore PrepStudent Objective/DefineBell Work Combine the following sentences: They had dinner. They saw a movie.Lesson Vocabulary ClausesProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Discuss Joining Clauses (pg. 29-49 – Green textbook)3. Practice Joining sentences and sentence parts4. Introduce chap. 12 and Active Reading Guide for 12-15 and

discuss plotModifications NoneFormative Assessment Joining Sentences practice exerciseHomework n/aMaterials/Resources Green Grammar BookOther:

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Date 8-30-13Objective CCSS RL.8.6, Explore; MapStudent Objective/Define I can analyze or break down how differences in the points of view of the

characters and the audience create effects such as suspense or humor.• Evaluates conclusions from informational text

Bell Work How is this novel told, from a point-of-view standpoint? Does it work? Why or why not?

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Procedures/Activities 1. Bell Work2. Assign TP Vocabulary List 43. MAP Lesson: View PowerPoint about Drawing Conclusions

Practice Drawing Conclusions (On PowerPoint)Below-level: Complete “Meet a Snowboard Champ” Worksheet (21-22 in Hi-Lo Comprehension Book). On-level complete “Relatives – conclusions”Set up stations where students can check answers. If they missed a question, they must go back and put why the correct answers is correct.

Modifications NoneFormative Assessment Bell work, IdentificationHomework n/aMaterials/Resources HandoutOther:

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Date 9-03-13Objective CCSS Explore PrepStudent Objective/DefineBell Work What does the tense of a verb tell you?Lesson Vocabulary Verb tenses: present tense, past tense, future tense, present perfect, past

perfect, future perfectProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Review Verb Tenses with PowerPoint3. Practice Verb Tense Selection – Quiz 7 on Learn Grammar App.

Verb Tense Quiz on Grammar Up App (set to 20 items)4. Read chapter 12 (110-117)

Modifications Copy of notesFormative Assessment Verb selection, MCHomework Finish reading, if neededMaterials/Resources BrightLink, computer, Novels, iPadsOther:

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Date 9-04-13Objective CCSS RL.8.1, L.8.1bStudent Objective/Define I can cite evidence from the text that supports conclusions drawn from

the text. This means I can pull information from the text to support ideas taken from the text.

Bell Work Why did Lorraine and John avoid the room with the pigs when they were cleaning? (Cite the text)

Lesson Vocabulary Active voice, passive voice

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Procedures/Activities 1. Bell Work 2. Read chap. 13 (118-128)3. Discuss chapters 12 & 134. Review Active and Passive Voice using Learn Grammar App on

iPads – Take notes (Under English Grammar – Tutorials – Active and Passive Voice)

5. Homework: TP Vocab. 4 Exercise – Need to createModifications Small group, readerFormative Assessment Bell work, DiscussionHomework Vocab ExerciseMaterials/Resources Novels, iPadsOther:

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Date 9-05-13Objective CCSS L.8.1bStudent Objective/Define I can form and use verbs in the active and passive voice.Bell Work Complete EditingLesson Vocabulary EvaluateProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work & Editing

2. Read chap. 14 (129-142)3. Take Active and Passive Voice Quiz using Learn Grammar App

on iPads – Take notes (Under English Grammar – Tutorials – Active and Passive Voice)

Modifications Small group, readerFormative Assessment Bell workHomework Finish questions, if neededMaterials/Resources Novels, iPadsOther:

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Date 9-06-13Objective CCSS Explore Prep, L.8.2Student Objective/Define I can use punctuation to indicate a pause or break.Bell Work What are some of the different reasons we need commas?Lesson Vocabulary Comma, ellipsis, dash, hyphenProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Review commas, hyphens, ellipsis, and dash using Learn Grammar App on iPads – Take notes? (Under English Grammar – Tutorials – Punctuations)

3. In the GrammarPrep: Commas App, take the practice test4. Grammar Lesson: Direct Objects. Write terms in binder.

Complete 1 & 5 together. Have students complete 6-10. Discuss transitive and intransitive verbs and complete 25-30 together.

ModificationsFormative Assessment IdentificationHomework n/a

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Date 9-09-13Objective CCSS RL.8.1Student Objective/Define I can cite evidence from the text that supports conclusions drawn from

the text. This means I can pull information from the text to support ideas taken from the text.

Bell Work Write an epitaph (a brief poem or other writing in praise of a deceased person) for Mr. Pignati.

Lesson Vocabulary n/aProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Read chapter 15 (143-149)3. Discuss chapters 14 & 154. In groups of 3, complete study guide questions for 12-15

(Personal Response, Questions 1-5)5. 12-15 Active Reading Worksheet due

*Vocab. Quiz 4 and Unit Test 2 Wed.Modifications Small groupFormative Assessment Short answer questions, DiscussionHomework n/aMaterials/Resources WorksheetOther:

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Date 9-10-13Objective CCSS RL.8.2Student Objective/Define I can determine a central idea or theme of a text and analyze its

development, including its relationship to the characters, setting, and plot.

Bell Work Identify one theme from the novel. Describe a scene from the text that shows that theme.

Lesson Vocabulary ThemeProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Have students post response to the novel on the class blog – Did you enjoy this novel? Would you recommend it to a friend? Why or why not? What specifically was good or bad about it? (Write at least one paragraph)

3. Have students write a 2 paragraph summary over the novel. The first paragraph should focus on recounting the major events. The second should focus on the major themes of the novel. At least two should be discussed. Students should discuss how those themes were shown throughout the novel.

4. Overall discussion of novelModifications Prompts, readerFormative Assessment Blog postHomework n/a

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Date 9-11-13Objective CCSSStudent Objective/DefineBell Work Who was your favorite character in the novel? Why?Lesson Vocabulary ConclusionsProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Vocabulary Quiz 4 – Need to create3. Unit Test 2 – Add passage with questions4. In reflective learning section of binder, write 2 paragraphs about

what we’ve learned during this unit so far (skills and concepts)*Remind students about tomorrow's test

Modifications Reader, ScribeFormative Assessment MC / Constructed ResponseHomework Finish reflective response, if neededMaterials/Resources Quiz, TestOther:

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Date 9-12-13Objective CCSS L.8.1 b & cStudent Objective/Define I can form and use verbs in the indicative, imperative, interrogative,

conditional, and subjunctive mood.Bell Work I walked to the store.

What is the verb in this sentence? What tense is the verb?Lesson Vocabulary Indicative, imperative, and subjunctive moodsProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Read about The Principal Parts of Verbs aloud on page 385 & 386 in the green textbook.

3. Go over 1-5 of the Exercise on 386 together.4. Assign 6-10 of the Exercise on 386 individually5. Discuss using verbs in the indicative, imperative, and

subjunctive mood (pg. 755-757 in Elements of Writing Text) and interrogative and conditional in Buckle Down

6. Complete Mood of Verbs Worksheet – Need to find or createModifications Reader, ScribeFormative Assessment IdentificationHomework Finish worksheet, if neededMaterials/Resources Building English Skills Green Level Textbook, WorksheetOther:

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Date 9-16-13Objective CCSS L.8.2

Explore PrepStudent Objective/Define I can use punctuation to indicate a pause or break.Bell Work Complete Editing.Lesson Vocabulary Irregular verbsProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work and Editing

2. Read about Irregular Verbs on Page 387 and read over the chart on 388

3. Review 1-5 of the Exercise on pg. 389 together. Have students complete 6-10 of the Exercise on pg. 389

4. Complete comma worksheetModificationsFormative Assessment Identification, Sentence correctionHomework Finish comma worksheet, if neededMaterials/Resources Worksheet, Building English Skills Green Level TextbookOther:

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Date 9-17-13Objective CCSS Explore PrepStudent Objective/DefineBell Work What is an adjective?

Write a sentence that includes an adjective and underline the adjective.Lesson Vocabulary Comparative adjectives, superlative adjectivesProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. View PowerPoint on Comparative & Superlative Adjectives3. Complete Practice on PowerPoint 4. Review pages 423-425 in grammar textbook5. Complete Exercises A & B on pg. 425

Modifications Small group instruction, Write words/no sentencesFormative Assessment IdentificationHomework n/aMaterials/Resources BrightLink, Computer, PowerPoint, Building English Skills Green

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Date 9-18-13Objective CCSS Explore PrepStudent Objective/DefineBell Work Write two vocab. Words in sentences.Lesson Vocabulary n/a

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Procedures/Activities 1. Bell Work2. Have students complete first two passages in English portion of

Explore test “(The Youngest Rider…”)3. Have students complete two passages from Reading portion of

Explore4. Homework: Vocab. 1 Exercise

ModificationsFormative Assessment Practice MC questionsHomework Vocab. exerciseMaterials/Resources Plan handoutsOther:

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Date 9-19-13Objective CCSS L.8.1aStudent Objective/Define I can explain the function of verbals in general and their function in

particular sentences.Bell Work Use two different vocabulary words in sentences.Lesson Vocabulary VerbalsProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work & Editing

2. Introduce verbals (pg. 611 – Elements of Writing)3. Discuss “The Participle” and “The Participial Phrase” – Pg. 611

& 612. Review Adjectives4. Complete Exercise 3 on pg. 613. Have them identify the

participial phrase in each sentence and explain the purpose/function of the phrase.

Modifications Small group, ReaderFormative Assessment Identification, ExplanationHomework n/aMaterials/Resources Building English Skills Green Level TextbookOther:

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Date 9-20-13Objective CCSS L.8.1Student Objective/Define I can explain the function of verbals in general and their function in

particular sentences.Bell Work What is the difference between a noun and a verb?Lesson Vocabulary GerundsProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Vocabulary Quiz 13. Discuss gerunds – give notes (pg. 614 in Elements of Writing)4. Complete Exercise 4 on page 615 together5. Discuss Gerund phrases6. Complete & Check Review C on pg. 616

Modifications Small group, readerFormative Assessment IdentificationHomework n/a

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Date 9-23-13Objective CCSS L.8.1Student Objective/Define I can explain the function of verbals in general and their function in

particular sentences.Bell Work Underline the gerund and explain why it’s a gerund.

Typing is a useful skill. Lesson Vocabulary Infinitives, infinitive phraseProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Assign Vocabulary List 23. Discuss Infinitives (pg. 616 in Elements of Writing)4. Complete Exercise 5 together (pg. 617-618 in Elements of

Writing)5. Complete & Check Review D – pg. 6186. Discuss the infinitive phrase7. Complete Review E on pg. 620 (Elements of Writing)8. Review content for tomorrow's test

Modifications Small groupFormative Assessment IdentificationHomework n/aMaterials/Resources Handouts, Elements of Writing TextOther:

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Date 9-24-13Objective CCSS W.8.4Student Objective/Define I can produce clear, consistent writing that is appropriate to the task,

purpose, and audience.Bell Work How is OnDemand writing different from portfolio writing?Lesson Vocabulary OnDemandProcedures/Activities 1. Bell Work

2. Grammar Test3. OnDemand Prompt and rough draft (based on OnDemand

deadlines)Modifications Reader, Scribe, PromptingFormative Assessment Test, rough draftHomework Finish rough draftMaterials/Resources Test, handoutOther: