Weekly Lesson Plans

Below are detailed lesson plans for the week. These plans include the state standards for 6th grade, weekly learning targets, bell ringers, and daily activities/classwork.

All homework assignments and documents can be found in Google Classroom or the Homework tab on this blog.

March 16-20, 2020

MONDAY

BR: I CAN identify nouns, types of nouns, verbs, and types of verbs in a sentence.

  • Students will complete a warm-up exercise on nouns and verbs.

CW: I CAN identify nouns, types of nouns, verbs, and types of verbs in a sentence.

  • Students will finish going over answers to the Types of Verbs handout from last week.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare for the Unit 13 Vocabulary review.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will participate in a review game for the Unit 13 Vocabulary / Grammar Test.
  • Students will visit the library to check in / out books.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare for the Unit 13 vocabulary / grammar test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete the Unit 13 vocabulary / grammar test.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN follow directions for the task that I am given.

  • Students will follow directions on how to login to Typing Agent using the Chromebooks.

CW: I CAN use correct typing skills to increase my accuracy and speed.

  • Students will complete exercises using Typing Agent to improve their typing skills in order to prepare for the ACAP.
  • Any student who needs to retake / make up the Unit 13 test will do so during class.

FRIDAY

CW: I CAN follow directions for the task that I am given.

  • Students will participate in a Spring Break writing activity.

March 9-13, 2020

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will begin writing / discussing Unit 13 Vocabulary.

CW: I CAN identify nouns, types of nouns, verbs, and types of verbs in a sentence.

  • Students will review nouns and verbs in preparation for learning subject-verb agreement rules.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing Unit 13 Vocabulary.

CW: I CAN identify nouns, types of nouns, verbs, and types of verbs in a sentence.

  • Students will practice identifying nouns and verbs by using No Red Ink (computer program).

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing Unit 13 Vocabulary.

CW: I CAN identify subjects and predicates in a sentence.

  • Students will review subjects and predicates in preparation for learning subject – verb agreement rules.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish writing / discussing Unit 13 Vocabulary.

CW: I CAN identify subjects and predicates in a sentence.

  • Students will practice identifying subjects and predicates by using No Red Ink.

FRIDAY

*  No School for Students – Teacher Work Day *

March 2-6, 2020

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish writing / discussing sentences for the Unit 12 Vocabulary test.

CW: I CAN demonstrate command of subjects and verbs in English grammar when writing or speaking. L.6.1

  • Students will begin a review on subjects and verbs.
  • Students will visit the library to check in / check out books.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will finish typing their practice 5 paragraph essay from Friday.

CW: I CAN use correct typing skills to increase my accuracy and speed.

  • Students will improve their typing skills by using Typing Agent in class to help prepare for the ACAP.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN demonstrate command of subjects and verbs in English grammar when writing or speaking. L.6.1

  • Students will practice identifying the subject and verb in a sentence.

CW: I CAN demonstrate knowledge of subject verb agreement in all circumstances. L.6.1 / AL Standard A

  • Students will take notes on subject / verb agreement and then practice in class.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare for the Unit 12 Vocabulary review.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will participate in a Kahoot review game for the Unit 12 vocabulary words.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare to take the Unit 12 Vocabulary test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will take the Unit 12 Vocabulary test.
  • Students will turn in their notebooks for a grade.

Feb. 24-28, 2020

MONDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will login to the Chromebooks to prepare for typing practice.

CW: I CAN use correct typing skills to increase my accuracy and speed.

  • Students will practice their typing skills by working on Typing Agent in preparation for the ACAP test.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will begin writing / discussing the vocabulary words for Unit 12.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will finish the notes for the 5 paragraph essay outline.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing the vocabulary words for Unit 12.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will read and annotate an article about Jesse Owens in order to prepare for their essay outline.
  • Students will answer questions about the article after reading.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing the vocabulary words for Unit 12.

CW: I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will review the article from yesterday.
  • Students will prepare for a timed essay assignment by creating an outline based on the Jesse Owens article.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish writing / discussing the vocabulary words for Unit 12.

CW: I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will attempt to complete a 5 paragraph timed essay in class as preparation for the written portion of the ACAP test.

Feb. 17-21, 2020

MONDAY

* Teacher Work Day – No School for Students *

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will practice answering a sample ACAP test question as a warm up.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will finish notes on the structure of a 5 paragraph essay.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will practice answering a sample ACAP test question as a warm up.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will practice writing a 5 paragraph essay using an informational article.
  • Students will visit the library for check outs.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will login to a Chromebook and prepare for the review.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review for the Unit 11 Vocabulary test by participating in a Kahoot review.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will practice answering a sample ACAP test question as a warm up.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete the Unit 11 Vocabulary test.
  • Students will turn in notebooks for a grade.

Feb. 10-14, 2020

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will begin writing / discussing the Unit 11 Vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will take the ACAP practice test in class.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing the Unit 11 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will read two informational articles related to Black History month and annotate for certain features.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing the Unit 11 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will finish reading two informational articles related to Black History month and annotate for certain features.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing the Unit 11 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will compare and contrast the two informational articles to prepare for their upcoming essay.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish writing / discussing the Unit 11 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will finish comparing / contrasting the two articles.
  • Students will take notes on the outline of a compare / contrast essay.

Feb. 3-7, 2020

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write / discuss sentences for the Unit 10 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will work on their nonfiction text structure flip books.
  • Students will practice identifying the different types of structures.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish writing / discussing sentences for the Unit 10 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will finish their nonfiction text structure flip books.
  • Students will practice identifying the different types of structures.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete a vocabulary review sheet to help prepare for the test on Friday.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will practice identifying different types of text structures by reading different informational text paragraphs.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will login to the Chromebooks and prepare for their vocabulary review.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review for the Unit 10 vocabulary test by participating in a Kahoot review game.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will prepare for the Unit 10 vocabulary / spelling test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete the Unit 10 vocabulary test.

Jan. 27-31, 2020

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will create a flip book on different types of nonfiction text structures.
  • Students will begin to discuss the first type of text structure.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue discussing and writing the Unit 10 Vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will continue working on their text structure flip book and discussing other types of structures.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue discussing and writing the Unit 10 Vocabulary Words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will practice identifying different types of text structures using their notes in the flip book.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue discussing and writing the Unit 10 Vocabulary Words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will read a nonfiction article in Google Classroom and then complete the graphic organizer for the text structure type.
  • Students will then answer critical thinking questions related to the article.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish discussing and writing the Unit 10 Vocabulary Words.

CW: I CAN read an informational text. I can explain how an event, person, or idea is presented in a reading. [RI.6.3]

  • Students will review the graphic organizer chart from yesterday.
  • Students will receive a writing prompt based on one of the text structures we have studied.
  • Students will type a response to the prompt in the style of the text structure given.

Jan. 20-24, 2020

MONDAY

* No School – MLK Day *

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will take a few notes on AEC paragraphs in their Writer’s notebooks.
  • Students who were on the field trip on Friday will turn in their vocabulary notebooks today.

CW: I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. [W.6.1]

  • Students will discuss the AEC Paragraph and the elements that go along with it.
  • Students will practice color-coding AEC paragraphs.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review for the Unit 9 / Claims vs. Statements Test by participating in a Kahoot Review.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN follow directions and procedures.

  • Students will choose which story / character they will write about for the literary analysis essay.

CW: I CAN describe the plot of the text I am reading. [RI.6.3]; I CAN cite evidence from the text to prove my inferences about the text I am reading. [RI. 6.1]

  • Students will complete a non fiction reading / written activity in Google Classroom related to the story “Your Move.”

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare to take the Unit 9 Vocabulary / Claims vs. Statements test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete the Unit 9 Vocabulary / Claims vs. Statements test in class.

Jan. 13-17, 2020

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will begin writing / discussing the Unit 9 vocabulary words.
  • Students will receive a notebook check for their Writer’s notebook.

CW: I CAN describe the plot of the text I am reading. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will finish taking notes on the Elements of Plot.
  • Students will discuss the Scantron Performance Series test for tomorrow.

TUESDAY

* 6th grade students will take the practice Scantron Performance Series Reading test during their ELA class.*

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing the definitions for the Unit 9 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN write an effective claim for a formal essay. [W.6.1]

  • Students will take notes on how to write an effective claim for a literary essay.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing the sentences for the Unit 9 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN write an effective claim for a formal essay. [W.6.1]

  • Students will choose the story they want to write about for their literary essay.
  • Students will create their own claim based on the story chosen.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish writing the sentences for the Unit 9 vocabulary words.
  • Students will turn in their vocabulary notebook for a grade.

CW: I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. [W.6.1]

  • Students will take notes on the requirements of an AEC paragraph.

Jan. 6-10, 2020

MONDAY

* Teacher Work Day – No School for Students*

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will copy the classroom rules into their notebooks.

CW: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will discuss the rules as a class to serve as a refresher for the year.
  • Students will review elements of a plot in preparation for this week’s reading activity.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will visit the library to check in / check out books for the week.

CW: I CAN describe the plot of the text I am reading. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will read the short story, “Your Move” in class.
  • Students will review types of conflict after reading the story.
  • Students will discuss these types of conflict as they relate to the story.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN write a summary of my reading. [RL.6.2]

  • Students will summarize the story “Your Move” in 3 sentences.

CW: I CAN describe the plot of the text I am reading. [RL.6.3]; I CAN cite evidence from the text to prove my inferences about the text I am reading. [RL. 6.1]

  • Students will begin filling out the Plot Diagram for the story “Your Move.”
  • Students will debate the climax moment of the story using evidence.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN explain how a part of a story contributes to the plot of the story. [RL.6.5]

  • Students will explain how the setting plays an important part to the story.

CW: I CAN describe the plot of the text I am reading. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will work in pairs to complete the Plot Diagram.
  • Students will review the answers as a class.
  • Students will turn in the Plot Diagram as a grade.

Dec. 16-20, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will receive a comparison chart at the beginning of class.

CW: I CAN compare and contrast the experience of reading a story with viewing a video or live play of the story. [RL.6.7]

  • Students will begin watching the film version of Hatchet and compare it to the book.
  • Students will complete a comparison chart in class.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will get out their comparison chart from yesterday.

CW: I CAN compare and contrast the experience of reading a story with viewing a video or live play of the story. [RL.6.7]

  • Students will finish watching the film version of Hatchet and compare it to the book.
  • Students will complete a comparison chart in class.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will prepare for the holiday activity.

CW: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will participate in a holiday activity in class.

THURSDAY

* Students will have shortened classes today.

* Students will go to the Holiday Dance.

* Students will dismiss at 12:47.

FRIDAY

* Teacher work day – No school for students*

Dec. 9-13, 2019

MONDAY

BR:

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will begin reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will track the main character’s traits and changes throughout the book.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and notate the main character’s character traits and goals for the chapter read.

TUESDAY

BR:

CW: I CAN explain how a character changes throughout the story; I CAN identify character traits / types.

  • Students will create a character sphere based on the main character of Hatchet.

WEDNESDAY

BR:

CW: I CAN explain how a character changes throughout the story; I CAN identify character traits / types.

  • Students will create a character sphere based on the main character of Hatchet.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will login to the Chromebooks and prepare for the vocabulary / Hatchet review.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review for the Unit 8 Vocabulary / Hatchet test by playing a Kahoot review game.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare to take the Unit 8 Vocabulary / Hatchet test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete the Unit 8 Vocabulary / Hatchet test in class.

Dec.2-6, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will begin discussing / writing the vocabulary words for Unit 8 into their notebooks.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will begin reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will track the main character’s traits and changes throughout the book.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and notate the main character’s character traits and goals for the chapter read.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing the vocabulary words for Unit 8.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will begin reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will track the main character’s traits and changes throughout the book.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and notate the main character’s character traits and goals for the chapter read.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing the vocabulary words for Unit 8.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will begin reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will track the main character’s traits and changes throughout the book.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and notate the main character’s character traits and goals for the chapter read.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing / discussing the vocabulary words for Unit 8.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will begin reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will track the main character’s traits and changes throughout the book.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and notate the main character’s character traits and goals for the chapter read.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish writing / discussing the vocabulary words for Unit 8.
  • Students will turn in their vocabulary notebooks for a notebook check.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will begin reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will track the main character’s traits and changes throughout the book.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and notate the main character’s character traits and goals for the chapter read.

Nov. 18-22, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will practice reviewing for the Unit 7 vocabulary words on Quizlet.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review for the Unit 7 Vocabulary test by participating in a Kahoot.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete a warm up based on the Unit 7 Vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will begin reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will track the main character’s traits and changes throughout the book.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and notate the main character’s character traits and goals for the chapter read.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will prepare to take the Unit 7 vocabulary test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete the Unit 7 vocabulary test in class.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will review directions for using Chromebooks and Google Classroom.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will complete a character activity related to Hatchet in Google Classroom using the Chromebooks.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will complete a short Thanksgiving warm up.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will begin reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will track the main character’s traits and changes throughout the book.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and notate the main character’s character traits and goals for the chapter read.

Nov. 11-15, 2019

MONDAY

** No school for students – Veterans’ Day**

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will copy the Unit 7 vocabulary words into their notebooks.

CW: I CAN determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text. [RL.6.4]

  • Students will be introduced to the novel Hatchet by participating in a survival game activity.
  • Students will work independently and in groups to rate certain survival skills and necessities.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will discuss / write the Unit 7 vocabulary definitions.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will begin reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will track the main character’s traits and changes throughout the book.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and notate the main character’s character traits and goals for the chapter read.

THURSDAY

*Note – At 9:00 a.m. students will go to the Beta Club Induction ceremony, so it is possible that some class may not meet today.

BR: I CAN follow directions and procedures.

  • Students will prepare to annotate an article.

CW: I CAN cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]

  • Students will read a nonfiction article based on a true story of survival.
  • Students will answer questions based on the information in the article and discuss them with the class.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will discuss and write sentences using the Unit 7 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN describe how a plot unfolds in a series of episodes and how the characters change as the plot moves towards a resolution. [RL.6.3]

  • Students will continue reading Hatchet in class.
  • Students will continue tracking the main character’s character traits and goals using a graphic organizer.
  • Exit Slip – Students will use the last 10 minutes of class to reflect and write about how the main character’s traits may have changed or remained the same.

Nov.4-8, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare to take the Unit 6 Vocabulary / Character Traits test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete the Unit 6 Vocabulary / Character Traits test.
  • If a student finishes early, he or she may read a library book silently.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow written procedures.

  • Students will glue the Boxes and Bullets essay format notes into their Writer’s Notebooks.

CW: I CAN explain how the characters change and respond to the events in the story. RL.6.3; I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will discuss the importance of noticing details about a character in a story.
  • Students will take notes on how to locate details in a story and what questions should be asked.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow procedures.

  • Students will get out their Writer’s Notebooks and prepare to practice yesterday’s skill.

CW: I CAN explain how the characters change and respond to the events in the story. RL.6.3; I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will practice analyzing the story “Raymond’s Run” for character details and motivations.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will copy the How to Write a Literary Essay About Character anchor chart into their Writer’s Notebooks.

CW: I CAN explain how the characters change and respond to the events in the story. RL.6.3; I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will discuss the value of character motivations and what he or she really wants.
  • Students will take notes on what questions to ask when thinking about what motivates a specific character in a story.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN explain how the characters change and respond to the events in the story. RL.6.3; I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will finish notes on types of characters.

CW: I CAN explain how the characters change and respond to the events in the story. RL.6.3; I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will create a Character Scrapbook page based on one of the short stories we have read. Students will turn it in for a grade at the end of class.

Oct. 28-Nov. 1, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete a matching game as a review for the Unit 6 Vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN explain how the characters change and respond to the events in the story. RL.6.3; I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will watch a short video on character types in fiction.
  • Students will complete a drawing activity in which they create their own character type.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow procedures and directions.

  • Students will meet in the library.

CW: I CAN read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]; I CAN explain how the characters change and respond to the events in the story. RL.6.3; I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will participate in a read aloud of Thunder Rose by Jerdine Nolen.
  • Students will complete a Character Analysis sheet about the main character in the book.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow procedures and directions.

  • Students will meet in the library.

CW: I CAN read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]

  • Students will meet in the library for another read-aloud of Halloween themed stories.
  • Students will check in / check out books at the end of class.

THURSDAY

CW: I CAN read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]

  • Students will listen to local short stories that are Halloween themed.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will login to a Chromebook to prepare for the Unit 6 Vocabulary review.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review for the Unit 6 Vocabulary test on Monday.
  • Students will participate in a Kahoot game as a review.

Oct. 21-25, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write the Unit 6 Vocabulary words and definitions into their vocabulary notebooks.

CW: I CAN read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]

  • Students will complete the comprehension questions and characterization diagram for the short story “Tuesday of the Other June.”

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue discussing the Unit 6 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN explain how the characters change and respond to the events in the story. RL.6.3; I CAN write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. W.6.1

  • Students will be introduced to the structure of a literary essay by taking notes and discussing a familiar story.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures using technology appropriately.

  • Students will complete a library survey  about popular books at the beginning of class.

CW: I CAN read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]

  • Students will read the short story “Raymond’s Run” in class and then answer the guided questions.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will copy sentences for Unit 6 Vocabulary into their vocabulary notebooks.

CW: I CAN read digital texts for a sustained period of time.

  • Students will have silent sustained reading using Epic Library.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish writing sentences for Unit 6 Vocabulary into their notebooks.

CW: I CAN identify different types of characters in a fictional story. RL.6.3.

  • Students will take notes and discuss types of characters in fiction stories.

Oct. 14-18, 2019

MONDAY

** No school for students – Teacher Work Day **

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will visit the library at the beginning of class to check in / check out books.

CW: I CAN read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]

  • Students will read along with the short story “Tuesday of the Other June” to prepare for the writing prompt activity for tomorrow.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will review the writing prompt for the day.

CW: I CAN read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]; I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Students will complete a timed 45-minute writing prompt to show what they know about literary essay argument writing.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will study their notes at the beginning of class before the review game begins.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review for the Unit 5 Vocabulary / Dialogue Punctuation test by participating in a Kahoot review game.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review / prepare for the Unit 5 Vocabulary / Dialogue test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Student will complete the Unit 5 Vocabulary / Dialogue Test.

Oct.7-11, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write/review the Unit 5 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read and analyze a personal narrative in order to identify good writing techniques by a published author.

  • Students will review and practice punctuation for dialogue as well as word/sentence variety.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write/review definitions of the Unit 5 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read and analyze a personal narrative in order to identify good writing techniques by a published author.

  • Students will take notes / discuss different ways to effectively end a personal narrative.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write/review definitions of the Unit 5 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN revise my own writing and apply good writing techniques.

  • Students will receive a rubric for their final personal narrative draft.
  • Students will begin the editing process for their personal narrative.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write/review sentences of the Unit 5 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN revise my own writing and apply good writing techniques.

  • Students will finish editing the final draft of their personal narrative. It is due at the end of class.

FRIDAY

* No school for students – Teacher work day*

Sept. 30 – Oct. 4, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue reviewing Unit 4 Root Words and Vocabulary.

CW: I CAN read and analyze a personal narrative in order to identify good writing techniques by a published author.

  • The teacher will model how to write different leads for the same topic.
  • Students will practice writing their own leads for the personal narrative they wrote.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will practice spelling the Unit 4 Vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN revise my own writing and apply good writing techniques.

  • Students will practice identifying types of leads by completed an activity in class.
  • Students may continue writing their own leads if not finished yesterday.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review Unit 4 Vocabulary by completing a fill-in-the-blank paragraph.

CW: I CAN revise my own writing and apply good writing techniques.

  • Students will practice different ways to introduce dialogue into a story.
  • Students will also review dialogue punctuation.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review their vocabulary words before the review game.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review for the Unit 4 Spelling and Vocabulary test by playing a Kahoot review game.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare for the Unit 4 Spelling and Vocabulary test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will take the Unit 4 Spelling and Vocabulary test

Sept. 23-27, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write the words for Unit 4 Vocabulary.

CW: I CAN read and analyze a personal narrative in order to identify good writing techniques by a published author.

  • Students will analyze different types of Leads used in personal narratives.
  • Students will then practice writing different leads using a specific plot. This will be finished for HW if not finished in class – due Wednesday.

TUESDAY

* Students will take the practice Scantron Performance Series test in class for Reading.*

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will continue writing notes for Unit 4 Vocabulary.

CW: I CAN revise my own writing and apply good writing techniques.

  • Students will share examples from their homework.
  • Students will edit their own personal narrative drafts to include a new lead.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish notes for Unit 4 Vocabulary.

CW: I CAN use different types of figurative language to create a clear picture for the reader.

  • Students will participate in a review of figurative language examples including: onomatopoeia, personification, simile, and metaphor.
  • Students will practice using figurative language in writing. This will be finished for HW if not completed in class.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use different types of figurative language to create a clear picture for the reader.

  • Students will review HW from yesterday.

CW: I CAN revise my own writing and apply good writing techniques.

  • Students will edit their own personal narrative draft to include examples of figurative language in their writing.

Sept. 16-20, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures for technology use.

  • Warm Up: Elements of Plot
  • Students will login to the Chromebooks and prepare to write their personal narratives.

CW: I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Students will continue typing their personal narratives in Google Classroom.
  • Students who finish early may review their vocabulary on Quizlet.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Warm Up: Students will review Unit 3 Vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN identify story elements for a personal narrative using annotations.

  • Students will read “The Phone Call” as a class and identify elements of a plot as a class using annotations.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Warm Up: Students will review the Unit 3 Vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN identify story elements for a personal narrative using annotations.

  • Students will read another short story independently and identify the elements of a plot using the same techniques as yesterday. (Bronze grade)

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will login to the Chromebooks and prepare for the Kahoot review for Unit 3.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review for the Unit 3 Vocabulary test by participating in a Kahoot review.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare for the Unit 3 Vocabulary test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will take the Unit 3 Vocabulary test.
  • If time allows, students may read their library book independently.

Sept. 9-13, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write the Unit 3 vocabulary words and definitions in their composition notebooks.

CW: I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Students will choose a personal narrative topic from their map activity and begin writing the story in their Writer’s notebooks.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures for technology use.

  • Students will use the Chromebooks to login and join their Epic Reading digital library class.

CW: I CAN follow rules and procedures for technology use.

  • Students will read a book of their choice from the Epic reading website.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write example sentences using the vocabulary words from Unit 3.

CW: I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]; I CAN plan story elements for a personal narrative using a graphic organizer.

  • Students will practice another writing strategy for their personal narrative.
  • Students will choose their official topic for their final personal narrative essay.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete the Plot Diagram in their vocabulary notebooks and discuss examples of each plot element.

CW: I CAN plan and revise story elements for a personal narrative using a graphic organizer.

  • Using the provided planning sheet, students will begin organizing an outline for their personal narrative topic.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures for technology use; I CAN plan and revise story elements for a personal narrative using a graphic organizer.

  • Students will use the Chromebooks to join the ELA Google Classroom page.
  • Students will show their completed planner for credit at the beginning of class.

CW: I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Using the completed planner from yesterday, students will begin typing the first draft of their personal narrative.

Sept. 2-6, 2019

MONDAY

** No School – Labor Day holiday **

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow directions and procedures.

  • Students will meet in the library for a text analysis activity and checkouts.

CW: I CAN read and analyze a personal narrative in order to identify good writing techniques by a published author.

  • Students will complete a personal narrative analysis activity by identifying different characteristics such as comprehension, imagery, strong verbs, dialogue, and figurative language.
  • Students will also mark evidence on the text to support their answers.
  • Students will turn in the analysis form when finished for a silver grade.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review their Unit 2 vocabulary words and prepare for the Kahoot review game.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will play Kahoot as a review for the vocabulary test tomorrow.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare to take their Unit 2 vocabulary test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete the Unit 2 vocabulary test.
  • If time allows, students may read their independent reading material or quietly work / study other assignments.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN follow directions and procedures.

  • Students will copy Personal Narrative Writing Strategy Tips into their Writer’s notebooks.

CW: I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Students will continue brainstorming topics for their personal narrative by trying a new strategy.
  • Students will complete strategy chart in class.

Aug. 26-30, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN think critically to determine the answer to a brain teaser.

  • Students will solve a short brain teaser.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will set up their Unit 2 Vocabulary List in their composition notebook.
  • Students will write and review definitions for the Unit 2 Vocabulary List.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN read and analyze a personal narrative in order to identify good writing techniques by a published author.

  • Students will review the personal narrative mentor text from last week and identify one good writing technique by highlighting it.

CW: I CAN identify strong verbs and adjectives in a text.

  • Students will review other good writing techniques.
  • Students will complete a review on strong verbs and adjectives. (Students will finish for HW if not complete in class)

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN identify strong verbs and adjectives in a text.

  • Students will check their answers for the strong verbs and adjectives handout.

CW: I CAN identify strong verbs and adjectives in a text.

  • Students will discuss the answers as a class to check for understanding.
  • Students will determine their writing goals for the year.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will write example sentences for the Unit 2 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN create a visual map of a room in order to brainstorm topics for a personal narrative.

  • Students will brainstorm more possible topics for their personal narrative by completing a mapping activity.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish writing example sentences for the Unit 2 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read and analyze a personal narrative in order to identify good writing techniques by a published author.

  • Students will read “The Drive-In Movies” by Gary Soto as an example of a personal narrative.
  • While reading, students will take notes / annotate for good writing techniques.

Aug. 19-23, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish copying the Unit 1 vocabulary words.

CW: I CAN read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]

  • Students will read the short story “Water” from the Literature textbook and then answer the comprehension and critical thinking questions related to the story.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will finish reviewing the unit 1 vocabulary list.

CW: I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Students will begin a discussion on personal narrative writing and practice brainstorming for possible topics.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures for the library check out process.

  • Students will visit the library to check out books for the week.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4; I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Students will review for the Unit 1 vocabulary / spelling test tomorrow by playing a review game.
  • Students will continue personal narrative practice writing.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will complete a vocabulary review activity as a warm up.

CW: I CAN identify and use adjectives appropriately. L.6.1

  • Students will copy notes about adjectives into their Writer’s notebooks.
  • Students will then complete a grammar activity on adjectives for a grade.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will prepare to take the Unit 1 Vocabulary / spelling test.

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will take the Unit 1 Vocabulary / spelling test in class.
  • If time allows, students may read their library book independently.

Aug. 12-16, 2019

MONDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4; I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will set up their vocabulary notebook (composition) by following the directions on the board.
  • Students will turn in signed syllabus if they have it (due Wednesday).

CW: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4; I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will continue working in the vocabulary notebooks using the Unit 1 list.
  • Students will discuss writing procedures: how to use and turn in notebooks, what to do during a mini-lesson, and how to effectively talk / work with a partner.
  • HW – Bring signed syllabus by Wednesday; bring a 3-subject notebook tomorrow.

TUESDAY

BR: I CAN follow appropriate guidelines for discussions by setting specific goals and meeting deadlines. [SL.6.1b]; I CAN engage in a range of collaborative discussions. [SL.6.1 (a,b,d)]

  • Students will begin to personalize their Writer’s notebook (3-subject spiral notebook).
  • Notebook check.

CW: I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Students will review the parts of a narrative as a whole group.
  • Students will prepare for a writing assessment for tomorrow.

WEDNESDAY

BR: I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Students will set up their paper for the 45 minute writing assessment.

CW: I CAN write routinely over a short time frame for a specific purpose. [W6.10]

  • Students will have 45 minutes to draft, edit, and revise a personal narrative story.

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will meet in the library for orientation.

CW: I CAN follow appropriate guidelines for discussions by setting specific goals and meeting deadlines. [SL.6.1b]; I CAN engage in a range of collaborative discussions. [SL.6.1 (a,b,d)]

  • Students will participate in a scavenger hunt to learn about library procedures.
  • Students will turn in their completed scavenger hunt handout for a grade. (Silver)

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to understand the meaning of unknown words. L.6.4

  • Students will review the Unit 1 vocabulary list from Monday. Test next Tuesday (Gold).

CW:  I CAN analyze sentences and paragraphs in my reading. [RL.6.5]; I CAN have a role in discussions and follow the group’s rules. [SL.6.1]; I CAN read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text. [RL.6.1]

  • Students will read “Water” by Helen Keller (p.398) as an example of a personal narrative.
  • Students will participate in a Turn and Talk to discuss elements of the story.

Aug. 8-9, 2019

THURSDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will receive their assigned seat.
  • Students will complete the Student Survey.

CW: I CAN follow appropriate guidelines for discussions by setting specific goals and meeting deadlines. [SL.6.1b]

  • Students will begin reviewing the classroom rules and procedures.
  • Students will complete part 1 of the Rules and Procedures handout.

FRIDAY

BR: I CAN follow rules and procedures.

  • Students will sit in their assigned seat.
  • Students will finish the Student Survey from yesterday.

CW: I CAN follow appropriate guidelines for discussions by setting specific goals and meeting deadlines. [SL.6.1b]

  • Students will finish reviewing classroom procedures.
  • Students will turn in the Rules and Procedures handout.
  • Exit slip – What questions do you still have? (parking lot)