Read 180 8th Grade
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Monday, May 21, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will read “the boy in the striped pajamas” Chapters 16, 17 & 18. Pages 176-199. The students will complete a follow up activity after reading.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15 *The students will read “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas” Chapters 19 & 20. Pages 200-216. *The students will complete a post reading activity. The students will do around the world activity, using their personal reactions to sentence starters from the novel.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012
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Whole and Small Group- *The students will play a review game for their unit test Tomorrow.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, May 24, 2012 |
Whole and Small Group- *The students will complete the end of the unit test for “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas”.
The students will watch “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas” movie. While watching the movie the students will complete a compare and contrast worksheet of the book and the movie.
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Friday, May 25, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
The students will watch “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas” movie. While watching the movie the students will complete a compare and contrast worksheet of the book and the movie.
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Monday, May 14, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15 *The students will read “the boy in the striped pajamas” Chapter 8, 9, 10. Pages 86-115
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15 *The students will take their final lexile test on the computer for this school year. *The students will work on flashback activity from chapter 8 of “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
*The students will read chapters 11, 12, and 13, “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas”. Pages 116-149
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, May 17, 2012 |
Whole and Small Group- The students will read chapters 14, 15, and 16 “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas”. Pages 150-185 The students will complete discussion questions in a group and then share with the class.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Friday, May18, 2012
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Whole and Small Group- The students will have technology Friday. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Monday, May 7, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15 The students will be introduced to chapter 3, 4,5 vocabualry words. The students will read chapter 3 and 4 of “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas”. Pages 21-38
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, May 8, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
The students will review chapter 3,4,5 vocabulary. The students will read Chapter 5 “the Boy in the Striped Pajamas” Pages 39-54. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
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Band concert shortened periods today. Whole and Small Group- The students will complete 3,4,5 vocabulary review. The students will also complete review questions as well as research on Heil Hitler salute. The students will be introduced to chapter 6 and 7 vocabulary.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, May10, 2012 |
Whole and Small Group- *The students will Read chapter 6 and 7 of “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas”. Pages 55-85. The students will complete a chapter 6 and 7 writing assignment.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Friday, May11, 2012
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8th grade field trip. Gettysburg |
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Monday, April 30, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will be using an interactive website to watch informational video clips as well as answer questions that go along with the reading on the website. Students will participate in an introduction activity to "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas". They will work on an activity about the holocaust and also get background knowledge before reading.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, May 1, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will read an Article called Remembering the Holocaust. The students will first review vocabulary words that are in the article. Then the students will read the article a loud as a class. After reading the article the students will answer comprehension questions that go along with the reading. When all are finished they will review the answers. *The students will also look over a background information sheet on the holocaust.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, May 2, 2012
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Whole and Small Group- * Kindle forms are to be turned in today! If you don’t turn in a form then you will not be allowed to use a kindle.
*The students will be introduced to chapter 1 and 2 vocabulary of “The Boy in Striped Pajamas”. *The students will listen to chapter 1 of “The Boy in The Striped Pajamas”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, May 3, 2012 |
Whole and Small Group- *The students will Read chapter 2 of “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas”. The students will complete a chapter 1 and 2 writing assignment.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Friday, May 4, 2012
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Early dismissal and meet in greet. Whole and Small Group-
Technology Friday
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Monday, April 23, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15 *Today is the final day for the students to type the final paper in class. If they are finished they may also work on their presentation.
The final paper and presentation should be ready on Tuesday, April 24, 2012.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
Final paper and presentation due today.
The students will five presentations in class.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012
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Whole and Small Group- *The students will receive kindle papers that need to be signed and returned by Friday, April 26, 2012. If they are not signed they will not be able to use the kindle. *The students will be using an interactive website to watch informational video clips as well as answer questions that go along with the reading on the website. Students will participate in an introduction activity to "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas". They will work on an activity about the holocaust and also get background knowledge before reading.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, April 26, 2012 |
Whole and Small Group- *The students will be using an interactive website to watch informational video clips as well as answer questions that go along with the reading on the website. Students will participate in an introduction activity to "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas". They will work on an activity about the holocaust and also get background knowledge before reading.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Friday, April 27, 2012
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Whole and Small Group- * Kindle forms are to be turned in today! If you don’t turn in a form then you will not be allowed to use a kindle.
*The students will watch a holocaust video. This will be an introduction into the novel they will be reading. The Boy in the Striped Pajamas.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Monday, April 16, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15 *The students will continue to work on their rough draft of the research paper.
The final paper and presentation should be ready on Tuesday, April 24, 2012.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, April 17, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will continue to work on their rough draft of the research paper.
The final paper and presentation should be ready on Tuesday, April 24, 2012.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, April 18, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
*The students will continue to work on their rough draft of the research paper. *The students will peer and teacher edit.
The final paper and presentation should be ready on Tuesday, April 24, 2012.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, April 19, 2012 |
Whole and Small Group-
*The students will continue to work on their rough draft of the research paper. *The students will peer and teacher edit.
The final paper and presentation should be ready on Tuesday, April 24, 2012.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Friday, April 20, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
*The students will continue to work on their rough draft of the research paper. *The students will peer and teacher edit.
The final paper and presentation should be ready on Tuesday, April 24, 2012.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Monday, April 9, 2012
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No School |
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Tuesday, April 10, 2012
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No School |
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Wednesday, April 11, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
**The students should finish the Outline/Brainstorming of their research paper. **The students will start their rough draft part of the research paper.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, April 12, 2012 |
Whole and Small Group-
**The students should finish the Outline/Brainstorming of their research paper. **The students will start their rough draft part of the research paper.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Friday, April 13, 2012
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Today is career day for 8th graders. They will have an altered schedule.
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Monday, April 2, 2012
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The school is Presenting Jack Gantos a famous author. We will only have class for one period.
Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15 *The students will start the Outline/Brainstorming of their research paper
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, April 3, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will continue the Outline/Brainstorming of their research paper
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, April 4, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
**The students should finish the Outline/Brainstorming of their research paper today.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, April 5, 2012 |
No School Enjoy the Break!
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Friday, April 5, 2012
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No School enjoy the break!
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Monday, March 26, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15 *The students must have the parent permission signed before starting the research paper. The students will be going to the library to find sources to use for their research paper.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, March 27, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will go to the library to look for sources for their research paper.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
*The students will read over their sources and fill in points of interest outline.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, March 29, 2012
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Whole and small group *The students will read over their sources and fill in points of interest outline.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Friday, March 30, 2012
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Assembly today and periods are shortened
Whole and small group *The students will read over their sources and fill in points of interest outline.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Monday, March 19, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will participate in the Reader’s Theater The Emperor’s new clothes. *After reading the students will split into groups and complete The Dear Diary activity.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will split into groups and complete a literacy elements and devices activity that goes along with the scope activity.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
*The students will be introduced to a power point on writing a biography. The power point includes Outline guidelines Expectations Ideas and examples Plagiarism vs. paraphrasing
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, March 22, 2012
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Whole and small group *The students will be introduced or refreshed on how to use the Library card catalog. Go to Penntrafford.org Scroll to Library/community Click libraries Library Card Catalog TMS Catalog at the top left side Then search your topic
*After the students are presented with this information they will be given the Brainstorming Bio page. The students will have to come up with different topics they think they would like to research about.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Friday, March 23, 2012
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Whole and small group *The students will be introduced to the writing rubric as well the rubric for their presentation. *The students will review their bio brainstorming paper and pick their final topic *The students will be given a parent letter that will need to be signed and returned on Monday the 26th of March. The paper must be returned in order for the students to start researching their topic.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Monday, March 12, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will complete a PSSA prep Review game.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012
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PSSA testing |
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012 |
PSSA Testing
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Thursday, March 15, 2012
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PSSA Testing
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Friday, March 16, 2012
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Whole and small group The students will participate in a Readers Theater Play of The Emperor’s New Clothes
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Monday, March 5, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will complete a PSSA prep lesson. The students will read the poem “The Vow” and answer questions pertaining alliteration, personification, and inferences.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, March 6, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will complete a PSSA prep lesson on main idea and detail. Review of 4sight
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, March 7, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
*The students will continue to work on PSSA skills. The topic will be structure, elements and organization.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, March 8, 2012
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Whole and small group *The students will continue with PSSA prep work. The students will focus on using context clues and multiple meaning words.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Friday, March 9, 2012
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Whole and small group *The students will continue PSSA prep. The students will review authors purpose and point of view.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Monday, February 27, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will complete a PSSA prep lesson on making inferences and drawing conclusions.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, February 28, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will be introduced to the vocabulary for the scope magazine article. The article is “Escape form Alcatraz” *The students will use the laptops and a specific website, to answer facts about Alcatraz. They will also research 2 famous people we were imprisoned at Alcatraz.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, February 29, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
*the students will watch a video clip about Alcatraz. *the students will read the article Escape From Alcatraz *the students will read the poem Vow. *The students will Start to work on the Read/write/think activity
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, March 1, 2012
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Whole and small group *The students will Read the Poem The vow. *After reading the students will complete PSSA prep work to analyze the poem in class discussion and worksheet.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Friday, March 2, 2012
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Whole and small group *the students will be divided into group of two. They will complete the activity critical thinking – voices from Alcatraz *after the groups finish the activity they will present their poster paper to the class
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Monday, February 20, 2012
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No school! Enjoy your day off! |
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Tuesday, February 21, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will be introduced to the vocabulary for the scope magazine article. The article they will be reading is Life-or-Death choice *The students will use the laptop cart to research information about hiking rules, hiking gear, and things not to do when hiking. This will give the students background knowledge before the reading.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
*The students will review the vocabulary to the scope article *The students will read the nonfiction article Life-or-death choices. *The students will watch a video from the author of the poem (2 min 30 sec) *The students will then read the Poem You Cannot Measure courage. *The students the complete a quick write answering the question at the end of article.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, February 23, 2012
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Whole – *The students will work as pairs to complete the around the world reading activity with the scope magazine article. The students will have to identify key points from each subtopic in the article. *The students will complete a quiz that is about compare and contrasting the poem and the article. *The students will also complete a vocabulary review.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Friday, February 24, 2012
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· The students will watch the documentary of Touching the Void
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Monday, February 13, 2012
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Whole and small group- 12:34-1:15 *the students will complete the first section of the 4-sight test. (they need to take the 40 minutes to do this test. They can do something quietly if they finish early) They will complete pages 1-6, numbers 1-13. 1:20-2:00 After they are finished they can do 20 minutes on computer and then 20 minutes independent reading.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, February 14, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – 12:34-1:15
*The students will complete the second half of their 4 sight test. (they need to take the 40 minutes to do this test. They can do something quietly if they finish early) Pages 7-12, numbers 14-28, this also includes the open ended questions. 1:20-2:00 After they are finished with the time slot they can do 20 minutes of reading and 20 minutes on computer.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012
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Whole and Small Group-
*The students will complete a PSSA writing prompt. The students will be given 4 choices of topics and will have 42 minutes to complete a 5 paragraph essay.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, February 16, 2012
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Whole – The students will complete the Meet the author pages for WS 6. Pages 162-163
Small Group – The students will complete Word Challenge on page 154-155. This will be the review for the vocab test on Friday.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Friday, February 17, 2012
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Whole - The students will participate in a review game for comprehension and vocabulary for To Build a Fire.
Small- The students will complete a vocab quiz, comprehension book quiz pg 164-165, and a quiz on story elements.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Monday, February 6, 2012
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Whole – *The students will continue to read the short story To Build a Fire. (pg 146-147) *The student will react and respond to the reading as well as use target word speculate.
Small- · the students will practice analyzing the setting, characters, and plot of short story. · The students will make inferences about the short story.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, February 7, 2012
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Whole – The students will finish reading the short story of To Build a Fire. (pg 148-149) The students will use text marking to indicate setting, character, and theme. The students till complete a react question as well as target vocab word.
Small Group – *The students will Practice analyzing setting, character, plot, and theme *The students will practice tracking story elements using a graphic organizer. *The students will complete a skill check to demonstrate understanding. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, February 8, 2012
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Whole – *The student will read a poem called staying alive. (pg 150-151) *The students will react to the feeling of the poem.
Small Group- *the students will identify elements of free verse in poems. *the students will identify rhyme and rhythm in the poem.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, February 9, 2012
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Whole – *The students will continue the poem on page 152-153. *The students will make inferences of what will happen on the poem. *the students will react to how the story would have been different if the man in story would have listened to the poem.
Small Group – *the students will identify the mood of the poem. *The students will identify words that reflect the mood. *the students will identify symbolism within a poem.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Friday, February 10, 2012
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Whole and small group- *The students will review subject verb agreement on page 160-161. *the students will identify and correctly use possessives. The students will edit a draft correcting spelling, grammar, and usage.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Monday, January 30, 2012
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Whole – The final copy is due Monday, January 30, 2012 *the students will watch the anchor video to introduce WS 6 Facing the Elements. *the students will connect and Respond to the video *The students will reinforce personal views in an organized chart. *the students will watch a 7 minute video clip on “to Build A Fire”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
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Whole – the students will activate prior knowledge, relating them to the anchor video and key concepts. *the students will read a short description on Facing the Elements on Pg 136.
Small Group –The students will complete vocabulary builder as well as vocab log. Pg 137.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, February 1, 2012
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Whole - The students will identify the elements of a short story, setting, plot, character, and theme Pg 138
Small Group- The students will start to read the short story To Build a Fire. (pg 140-141) *the students will practice analyzing the setting, characters, and plot of the short story. *the students will use text marking to indicate the story elements. *the students will track elements of the story using a graphic organizer.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, February 2, 2012
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Whole – *The students will continue to read the short story To Build a Fire (pg 142-143) *the students will identify key concept and complete active reading *the students will use text marking to indicate setting character, and plot details.
Small Group – *The students will make inferences as well predictions *the students will practice analyzing the setting, character, and plot details.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Friday, February 3, 2012
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Whole- *The students will continue with the short story To Build a Fire (pg 144-145) *the students will identify key concepts of the reading. *the students will practice analyzing the setting, characters, and plot of a short story. Small Group– *the students will review strategies for identifying fact and opinion. *the students will practice tracing story elements using a graphic organizer. *the students will identify similes in the story.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Monday, January 23, 2012
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Whole – The students will review a persuasive paragraph. The students will identify fact and opinion, supporting details and linking words.
The Small Group – The students will brainstorm ideas on how to write a persuasive paper on “Which type of technology gets teens into the biggest trouble?”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
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Whole – The students will continue to brainstrom their ideas. After finishing with brainstorming the students will choose their writing prompt. The students will be introduced to the rubric .
Small Group –Lexile Levels on Computer Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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Whole and Small Group- The students will start to work on their graphic organizer for their Persuasive paper. The students will then start their rough draft.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – The students will continue to work on their rough draft. The students will then have teacher student conferencing with the rough draft. After getting approval for final paper the students will type final copy.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Friday, January 27, 2012
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Whole and Small Group– The students will continue to work on their rough draft. The students will then have teacher student conferencing with the rough draft. After getting approval for final paper the students will type final copy.
The final copy is due Monday, January 30, 2012
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Monday, January 16, 2012
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No school- Teacher In-Service Enjoy your day off! |
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012
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Whole – The students will read to find out about the career of cell phone salesperson. Skills book pages 132-133 The students will identify duties, skills, similar jobs, pay, and education Small Group – The students will use an information from a cell-phone minute plan. The students will identify and evaluate aspects of a job including qualifications and prerequisites. *The students will use the laptops to identify a career they would like to pursue after graduation.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012
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Whole and Small Group- The students will continue to research a career of their choice. They will have a graphic organizer about their career. After they complete the information The students can type the information and make it into a presentation to share with their classmates. This helps the students to start thinking about transition and what they will do after college. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Thursday, January 19, 2012
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Whole and Small Group – The students will read a scope magazine article called is Facebook making you Mean and complete activities that go along with it. *the students will do a pre-reading activity: The students will come up with pro’s and con’s of facebook. *the students will complete the read of the article as a whole group. Pgs 16-18. *The students will complete and around the world activity. The students will write an important fact, from each subheading from the article.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Friday, January 20, 2012
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Whole and Small Group– The students will completing PSSA prep lesson on Fact and Opinion. (pg 97-101) The students will be introduced to fact and opinion. The students will learn how to distinguish facts and opinions. The students will use what they learned.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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January 2-6, 2012
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Monday, January 2, 2012 |
Whole and small group- *The students will complete the 1st half of the 4sight .
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Tuesday, January 3, 2012
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Whole and small group- *The students will complete the 2nd half of the 4sight .
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Wednesday, January 4, 2012
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Whole (20 minutes)–The students will start Workshop 5 Wired for Trouble *The students will preview the Anchor video for Workshop 5. *The students will respond to the connect and respond questions in their notebooks.
Small Group – The student will read the introduction on page 112. The students will then be introduced to the vocabulary words on page 113.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – exit slip and reading log
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Thursday, January 5, 2012
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Whole Group– The students will read a part of a debate about technology. Pg 114-115 The students will identify a new key term The students will react to the question: Do you think that cell phones should be banned?
Small Group – the students will find fact and opinions in the debate. The students will organize fact and opinion information into a graphic organizer.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit Slip and reading log
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Friday, January 6, 2012 |
Whole group- The students will read a magazine article about cyberbullying. Pg 116-117 The students will be introduced to a new key term. The students will find the main idea and details of the article.
Small Group – The students will practice identifying fact and opinion in the article. The students will use text marking to identify fact and opinion.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit Slip and Reading log
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December 19-22, 2011
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Monday, December 19, 2011
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Whole Group – The students will read Stave V, pages 113-122.
Small Group – The student will do an activity showing how scrooge changed from the beginning of the novel to the end of the novel. The students will create their own book cover of “A Christmas Carol”. They must use one line of persuasion to get the readers attention.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and Reading log
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011
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Whole and Small Group – The students will view the Movie “A Christmas Carol”
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – The students will have to list 3 differences from the novel to the movie. |
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Wednesday, December 21, 2011
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The students will view the movie “A Christmas Carol”
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – The students will have to list 3 differences from the novel to the movie.
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Thursday, December 22, 2011
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Winter Extravaganza
Dodgeball/Craft activity |
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Friday
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No School! Have a great break! |
December 12-16, 2011
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Monday, December 12, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes) – *The students will be introduced to “A Christmas Carol” with a powerpoint.
Small Group – *The students will do an activity to learn More about the author Charles Dickens and also “A Christmas Carol”.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit Slip and Reading Log
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011
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Whole and Small Group *The students will listen to Stave I, Marley’s Ghost, of “A Christmas Carol”. ( Page 1-27) *The students will complete a comprehension sheet on Stave I. *The students will also use knowledge from, Marley’s ghost, and make a Christmas Card. On the card the students will write and design a card that they think Scrooge would send.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011
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Whole and Small Group – *The students will listen to Stave II, The 1st Spirit, of “A Christmas Carol”. (pages 29-53) *The students will do a Review Worksheet on Stave II. *The students will complete a Reading Response. The topic will be list all the good deeds that you were involved in during this month. After they write them, The students will put good deeds on construction paper and make a paper “Chain”.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
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Thursday, December 15, 2011
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Whole and Small Group – *The students will read Stave III, The 2nd Spirit, of “A Christmas Carol”. Pages 55-87. *The students will do A Christmas Carol Code Activity . The student will decode a hidden message. *The students will respond to a reading Journal. Would they want to be given the opportunity to that Scrooge was given to witness acquaintances as they talk about you.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught |
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Friday, December 16, 2011
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Whole and Small Group – *The students will listen to Stave IV, the Last Spirit, of “A Christmas Carol. (pages 89-111) *The students will be given a graphic organizer “What Do You See in Your Future?” After answering the questions the students will write a paragraph about what they think their future visions will be.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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December 5-9, 2011
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Monday, December, 5, 2011
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Whole and Small Group – *The students will read Chapter 11 & 12 of the “Outsiders “ pages 161-180 *The students will play a review game of the Chapters 1-12 of “Outsiders”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – exit slip and reading log
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011
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Whole group- The students will complete the unit test of “Outsiders”
Small Group – The students will complete a project on “Outsiders”. They will choose from three different projects. They will have one class day to work on it and they will present it on Thursday to the class.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011
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Bullying is 1st period and band concert is at the end of the day. We will have modified schedule.
Whole and Small Group *The Students will work individually on their projects for the “Outsiders” (This is only class day for this project)
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Exit slip and reading log
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Thursday, December 8, 2011
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Whole groups- *The students will present their project to the class. The project is worth 100 Points.
Small Group – *The students will watch the video of “Outsiders”. While reading they will have to tell two ways the book and movie are the same and two ways the book and movie are different.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up –Exit slip
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Friday, December 9, 2011
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Whole and Small Group- *The students will continue to watch the movie “Outsiders”. *While watching the students will be expected to write down three ways the video was the same as the book and three ways the book and movie are different.
Wrap Up– Exit slip
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Monday
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No school |
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Tuesday, November 29, 2011
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Whole and Small Group – *The students will Review the Quiz of Chapter 5,6,7. *The students will be introduced to Chapter 8 vocabulary. *The students Will Read Chapter 8 “Outsiders” *The students will complete the Review of Chapter 8 “Outsiders”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Wednesday, November 30, 2011
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Whole group- *The students will review Chapter 8 vocabulary and comprehension. Small Group – *The students will complete Chapter 8 Quiz. *The students will do a group activity with Chapter 9 Vocabulary. The students will use the electronic dictionary to define the word and give an example sentence. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Thursday, December 1, 2011
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Whole Group – *The students will review chapter 9 vocabulary *The students will read Chapter 9 “Outsiders” Small Group – *The students will complete the Chapter 9 review page.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Friday, December 2, 2011
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Whole – *The students will be introduced to Chapter 10 Vocabulary. *The student will read Chapter 10 “Outsiders” Small Group – *The students will complete the Chapter 9 and 10 Quiz “Outsiders”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Monday, November 21, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes) *The students will be introduced to Chapter 7 Vocabulary *The students will review Chapter 6 of “Outsiders” *The students will read Chapter 7 of “Outsiders”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes)- *The student will play a review game. The students will be reviewing Chapter 5, 6, and 7 of “Outsiders”
Small Group (20 minutes) – *The students will complete the quiz for Chapter 5, 6,and 7.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
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No 7th Period due to Bullying meeting!
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (10 minutes) *The student will complete a make a wish activity using the laptops. |
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Thursday, November 24, 2011
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Happy Turkey Day!! Enjoy your break! |
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Friday, November 25, 2011
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Enjoy your break! |
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Monday, November 14, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes) *The students will review Chapter 3 vocabulary words *The students will review Chapter 1 and 2 *The students will read Chapter 3 “The Outsiders”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Tuesday, November 15, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes) – * The students will be introduced to Chapter 4 Vocabulary. * The students will review Chapter 3 vocabulary. *The students will Read Chapter 4 of “The Outsiders”.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Wednesday, November 16, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes) *The students will review Chapter 3 and 4 vocabulary playing a review game. *The students will review Chapter 3 and 4 of “The Outsiders “ with a review game.
Small Group (20 minutes)– *The students will complete the comprehension and Vocabulary quiz on Chapter 3 and 4 of “The Outsides”.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Thursday, November 17, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes) *The Students will review Chapter 1-4 of “The Outsiders” *The students will be introduced to Chapter 5 Vocabulary *The students will read Chapter 5 of “The Outsiders”.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Friday, November 18, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes)– *The students will Review the Previous 5 chapters of “The Outsiders” *The students will be introduced to Chapter 6 vocabulary words. *The students will read Chapter 6 of “The Outsiders”
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Monday, November 7, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes) –– The students will participate in a pre-reading activity. The students will be given a sheet with key topics from the Novel “The Outsiders”. With using the laptops they will research facts about each topic. They must be in full sentences to get credit for the work. ***There is an extra sheet of Publication data for the book if needed*****
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Exit Slip, Reading Log
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Tuesday, November 8, 2011
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No school! Enjoy your day off!
Teacher in-service day |
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Wednesday, November 9, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes) *The students will view an Introduction powerpoint to “The Outsiders”. *The students will review a character chart for “The Outsiders” *The students will review chapter 1 vocabulary words. *The students will read Chapter 1 of “The Outsiders”. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Thursday, November 10, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes)– *The students will be Introduced to Chapter 2 vocabulary *The students will listen to the audio of “The Outsiders” and read Chapter 2 Pages 19-36
Small Group – *The students will complete a review sheet for Chapter 1 and 2 of “The Outsiders”.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log |
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Friday, November 11, 2011
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Whole – *The students will be introduced to chapter 3 vocabulary. *The Students will listen to the audio of “The Outsiders” and Read Chapter 3 pages 37-52.
Small Group – *The students will complete the Chapter 3 review sheet on “The Outsiders”. The class will also complete a group review of Chapters 1, 2, and 3.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Monday
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Whole (20 minutes) and small group (20 minutes)– The students will participate in a play of Sleepy Hollow. Prior to reading they will be introduced to Vocabulary that go along with the story. After reading the play the student will answer critical thinking questions that go along with the reading. After completing the comprehension part of the play the students will view the video that goes along with play.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, and reading log.
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Tuesday
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes)–The students will be completing their lexile score for the start of the new nine weeks. This test is completed on the computer and they may have as much time as needed.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Wednesday
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes)– The students will be completing the first part of their 4 sight test.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Thursday
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes) – The students will complete the second half of their 4 sight test.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading, log
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Friday
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes)– The students will be shown a PowerPoint introducing them to the novel “The Outsiders”. They will also start a character chart for the novel. The students will be introduced to chapter 1 and 2 vocabulary words. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Monday, October 24, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes) Whole Group – The students will participate in a review of the key terms, wrap it up, and Main idea and details.
Small Group – The students will complete their Word Challenge on page 100-101.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, and reading log
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes) – Review the students answer to the Word Challenge on pages 100-101.
Small Group – The students will complete a vocabulary quiz for WS 4. The students will complete the wrap it up test on pages 110 and 111. They will also complete a short story and identify main idea, detail, and write a summary.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log.
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011
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Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes) – The students will be completing main idea and detail pssa practice chart. The students will then complete the Great Pumpkin story and use the article to identify main idea and details.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Thursday, October 27, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group ( 20 minutes) – The students will read the Tell-Tale Heart. After reading they will answer critical thinking questions that go along with the short story.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Friday, October 28, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (20 minutes)– The students will be involved in a fall reading activity. While reading in groups students will be responsible for answering comprehension questions.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Monday October 17, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes)– Whole Group – the students will read a science text selection on DNA analysis on pages 96-97. The students will apply summarizing, main idea, details.
Small Group – The students will identify key terms. The students will review strategies for identifying sequence of events.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Tuesday October 18, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes)– The students will continue reading the science text on DNA on pages 98-99. The students will use summarizing skills to summarize the science text. The students will complete a skills check on their summarization.
Small Group – The students will continue to use their summarizing skills. The students will also read and interpret information from a diagram on DNA.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Wednesday October 19, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes)– The students will review grammar using correct verb tense. They will be using page 106 and 107.
Small Group – The students will use proofreading skills to correct grammar, spelling, and verb tense in a paragraph.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught |
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Thursday October 20, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes)– the students will work on pages 108-109. The students will read to find out information on a criminology researcher. They will identify aspects of a job, including qualifications, prerequisites, and salary.
Small Group – The students will analyze data. The will use real fingerprints to identify the type of print and match them with the robber.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught |
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Friday October 21, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group(20 minutes) – The students will read a scenario and investigate the suspects. They will collect data and evidence and try to solve the crime in groups. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught |
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Monday October 10, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes)– The students will view the Anchor video for Workshop 4 Crime lab Science. The students will do a writing web discussing the different ways science effects criminal investigations. The students will also answer connect and respond questions that go along with the anchor video in their notebooks.
Small Group – The students will read crime lab science. This section will give the students a better understanding of what goes in a crime lab. The students will also learn and practice vocabulary. They will generate examples to reinforce the meaning.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Tuesday October 11, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes)– The students will identify the steps used to summarize a text. The students will read an Encyclopedia article talking about crime labs. Pg 90-91. The students will activate prior knowledge and then react after reading the article.
Small Group – The students will organize important details to use in a summary. The students identify key terms and use them in sentences to reinforce the meaning.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Wednesday October 12, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes)– The students will read a magazine article on Body of Evidence on pg 92-93. The students will practice finding the topic sentence and details. The students will use text making to identify details.
Small Group – The students will identify key words . The students will practice summarizing the magazine article. The students will also practice using a timeline to identify the sequence of events.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Thursday October 13, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes)– The students will continue the magazine article Body of Evidence on pages 94-95. The students will continue practicing summarizing the magazine article. The students will use a graphic organizer to summarize and show the topic sentences and details of the article. The students will also define key words.
Small Group – The students will be doing a play and watching the film that goes along with it.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Friday October 14, 2011 |
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group– The students will be doing a play and watching the film that goes along with it.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Monday October 3 |
Whole (20 minutes)– The students will pick the final topic for the literature response. The students will begin using a graphic organizer and begin to write their rough draft.
Small Group – The students will continue to write their rough drafts
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Tuesday October 4 |
Whole (20 minutes)– the students will peer and teacher edit their rough drafts.
Small Group – Once the students have peer and teacher edited they will complete final copy on the computers.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Wednesday October 5 |
Whole (20 minutes)– the students will finish up final copy of their papers.
Small Group – The students will practice run on sentences and fragments. After the practice they will have a short quiz on correcting run on sentences and fragments.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip reading log
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Thursday October 6 |
Whole (20 minutes) and small group (20 minutes) – The students will choose from a variety of informational writing prompts. They will organize, make a rough draft and complete a final copy. They must complete in the class periods. This is practice to prepare them for the PSSA writing.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log. |
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Friday October 7 |
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (10 minutes) – Whole Group – PSSA Prep Day - Using Scholastic Scope Magazines Small Group – PSSA Prep Day Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Monday 9/26/11 |
Whole (20 minutes) The students will Meet the Author on Pgs 84-85 Students will read biographical information about Rita Williams Garcia.
Small Group – The students will read and evaluate an author home page.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, and reading log, VOCAB TEST on WEDNESDAY
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Tuesday 9/27/11 |
Whole (20 minutes) The students will participate in a review for their vocabulary Test on WEDNESDAY!
Small Group – The students will review and use target words for WS 3 in contexts, using the words expressively, and writing. The students will complete the Word Challenge on page 76-77.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Exit Slip, Reading log, Study for VOCAB TEST On WEDNESDAY
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Wednesday 9/28/11 |
Whole (20 minutes)– The students will review the word Challenge on Page 76-77.
Small Group – The students will complete their vocabulary quiz. The students will complete the Workshop Wrap up quiz in the book on pages 86-87.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Exit slip, Reading log
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Thursday 9/29/11 |
Whole (20 minutes)–The students will be working on Run-on sentences on pg 82-83 of the rskills book. The students will recognize complete sentences, identify and correct run-on sentences. The students will identify and use correct word order.
Small Group – The students will edit a draft to correct spelling, grammar, and usage errors.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Exit slip, reading log
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Friday 9/30/11 |
Whole (20 minutes)– The students will be starting the writing section of the workshop. They will be working on a literature response. The students will identify the form, audience, and purpose for writing. The students will review a sample literature response.
Small Group – The students will Brainstorm ideas for writing using a graphic organizer.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Exit slip, Reading log
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Week of September 19-23, 2011
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Monday 9/19/11 |
Whole (20 minutes) The student will work on pages 66-67. The students will review what they have read about to this point. The students will review the story element graphic organizer. The students will review vocabulary words from the workshop. The student will make inferences about Nkosi working in the mines.
Small Group( 20 minutes) – The students will continue to read the short story. The students will continue to organize story elements using a graphic organizer.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Reading logs, Exit Slip, review of story elements
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Tuesday 9/20/11 |
Whole (20 minutes) The student will review vocabulary from WS 3 and identify key terms and define them. The students will use text marking while continuing with the short story. As the student text mark they will also be reviewing sequence of events. (pgs 68-69)
Small Group – The students will continue to read Diamond Land. The student will continue to work on the story elements of character, setting, and plot.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Reading log, exit slip
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Wednesday 9/21/11 |
Whole (20 minutes) The students will continue to work on pages 70-71. The student will review the story elements of Diamond Land to their current point in the story. The students will review Vocabulary words that have been presented in the WS to date.
Small Group – The Students will continue reading Diamond Land. The student will review the story elements of character and plot. The students will complete a section on Problem and Solution.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Exit Slip, and Reading Log |
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Thursday 9/22/11 |
Whole (20 minutes) The students will finish the short story Diamond Land pages 72-73. The student will activate prior knowledge by reviewing what they have read to this point. The students will define key words in the short story. The students will make inferences about Ayize.
Small Group – The student will finish the short story Diamond Land. The student will practice story elements using a graphic organizer. The students will complete a skills check to show understanding of the short story.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Exit slip, Reading log
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Friday 9/23/11 |
Whole (20 minutes) The student will build background knowledge of Nelson Mandela. They will look pictures and captions. The students will work on pages 74-75.
Small Group – The students will learn repetition in a speech. The students will learn how to identify the theme of a speech.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, reading log, Exit slip There will also be a Vocabulary Quiz on WS 3 on Tuesday, September 27!
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Monday 9/12/11 |
Whole Group – (students were to gather pictures and props that they needed for the biopoem project) The students will: Be given the outline and examples of a Biopoem Review the rubric and exptatioins of the Biopoem The Bio poem is due at the end of class on Tuesday.
Small Group (20 minutes) – The students will: Complete the rough draft of their biopoem
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Exit slip, reading log
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Tuesday 9/13/11
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Whole Group – The students will: Finish the rough draft of the Biopoem Teacher edit the bio poem before starting the final copy of the bio poem
Small Group – The students will: Type the final draft of their biopoem and complete the project.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, Exit slip, reading log |
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Wednesday 9/14/11 |
Whole Group – The stduents will practice analyzing setting, character, and plot of the story. (pg 60-61) The students will practice text marking.
Small Group – The students will complete guided practice on page 61 of the workbook. The students will use a graphic organizer to track the story elements from the short story :Diamond Land. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, exit slip, reading log
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Thursday 9/15/11 |
Whole Group – The students will continue to read the short story Diamond Land. (Pgs 62-63) The students will continue analyzing setting, character, and plot of the story.
Small Group – The students will use guided practice to continue the graphic organizer on story elements. The student will review Workshop 3 vocabulary. Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught, reading log, exit slip
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Friday 9/16/11 |
Whole Group – The students will continue practicing story elements with the short story Diamond Land (pg64&65) The students will review strategies for reading for details.
Small Group – The students will practice organizing story elements with a graphic organizer. The students will use sequence of events in the short story.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Review skills taught
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Objectives:
Students will:
Become acquainted with teachers and peers.
Complete classroom emergency cards
Complete Reading Interest Inventory
Student/Teacher Questions - using the KWL instructional strategy
August 30, 2011
Day 2
Objectives:
Students will:
Become familiar with classroom procedures and policies.
Recall information about the READ 180 Program.
Learn more about the Read 180 Program.
Review computer skills and logging in to system.
Assemble student folder.
August 31, 2011
Day 3
Student Objectives: Students will be able to.
Complete computer based SRI.
In small groups students will complete book search.
In whole group students will complete book pass.
Complete reflective journal for to day activities.
September 1, 2011
Day 4
- Complete Book Search activity using the R-Skill Book and answers.
- Introduce new groups
- Place books on each table that students would be eligible to read for silent reading. Students will select Independent Reading Novels and begin reading.
- Brain Teaser/ Writing Activity
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Monday Sept 5 |
No school! Enjoy your long weekend! |
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Tuesday Sept. 6 |
Whole (40 minutes) Whole Group – The students will complete the 2nd half of 4 sights. This will include the open ended section of the assessment.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
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Wednesday Sept. 6 |
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (15 minutes) Whole Group – The students will View the Anchor Video for the Workshop 3 called Long Journey to Justice. The student will then complete connect and respond questions that go along with anchor video. These will be written in the notes of the binder. The students will then preview the illustrations in the workshop to preview the story. The students will then participate in a shared reading activity. Pg 56
Small Group – The students will learn and practice vocabulary for this workshop. The students will complete the vocabulary builder on page 57. The student will rate the target word, define, and use it in an example sentence. The students will also complete the vocabulary log in their notebooks as well as make flashcards that they can practice with.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) –Reading Log , Exit slip: Do you think Ayize will find his fortune?
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Thursday Sept 7 |
Whole (20 minutes) and Small Group (15 minutes) – Whole Group – The students will review their vocabulary words – The students will preview story elements on pg 58. (Setting, Characters, Plot, theme)
Small Group – The students will complete any vocabulary work they didn’t finish on Wednesday. The students will Practice sorting story elements into a graphic organizer. Pg 59.
Computer Instruction (20 minutes) – The Topic Software engages students in individualized and adjusted instruction. Videos help students develop the background knowledge that he/she needs to form accurate mental models before reading leveled passages. Instructional activities in Reading, Word, Spelling, and Success Zones focus on developing abilities in decoding, fluency, and comprehension.
Independent Reading (20 minutes) - Student build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel.
Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Reading log, Exit Slip: List the four story elements.
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Friday Sept 8 |
Student Objectives: Students will: Use the “Scholastic Scope Language Arts Magazine” to complete the following tasks. This is considered as PSSA Prep activity as well as a review of the skills taught during the week. *Vocabulary Review *Cause and Effect *Activate Prior Knowledge Whole Group: Students will read Narrative Nonfiction Article “ The Guys Who Got Bin Laden” aloud as a whole group. Small Group: Students will complete a Read, Think, and Explain Worksheet that outline this article. Students will complete the WS with teacher assistance and independently. WS will be reviewed before moving on to small group. Students will be introduced to “Is Facebook Turning You Into a Monster?” debate article on page 16 of the Scope Magazine. Students will begin to read this article in the small group setting.
Independent Reading: Students will continue reading the Facebook article from the scholastic Scope Magazine. Students can chose to read the article aloud with Miss Daniels or to read the article independently. Students build fluency and reading comprehension skills through modeled and independent reading of the READ 180 Paperbacks. Each student has selected a paperback for independent reading. Students are responsible for quick-writes and graphic organizers that outline student’s novel. Each assignment is worth five points and due the day after students completes a novel. Wrap Up (10 minutes) – Discuss the article on facebook from the scholastic Scope Magazine. Reading Log, Exit slip: What did you think about the article “The Guys Who Got Bin Laden”?
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