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HAZLETON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

DISTRICT UNIT/LESSON PLAN

Teacher Name: Jessica Kasarda Subject: ELA Start Date(s): 9/15/2016 to 11/05/2016 (Quarter 1) Grade Level (s): 6

Building: Heights-Terrace

Unit PlanUnit Title: Changes

Essential Questions:How do new experiences offer new perspectives?Why do people form alliances?How do life forms vary in different environments?How do natural forces affect earth?What factors influence how people use money?How do the events of the past affect the future changes in our world?How does changing something make it better?What are the significant world changes that affect our lives?Can I make a change/difference in the world?In what ways do we change as we grow up?How do experiences cause us to change?What distinguishes childhood from adulthood?How can you keep your individuality as you grow up?

Standards: PA Core Standards, PA Academic Standards/Anchors (based on subject)RL.6.1./RI.6.1. Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.RL.6.3. Describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.RL.6.5. Analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.RL.6.6. Explain how an author develops point of view in a text.RI.6.2. Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details.RI.6.10. Read and comprehend literary nonfiction text in grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently.SL.6.1.c. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions.-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.SL.6.2. Interpret information presented in diverse media formats and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.L.6.1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.L.6.2.b. Demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.L.6.4.a. Use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.L.6.4.b. Use common Greek affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word.L.6.6. Acquire and use-accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.

Summative Unit Assessment : End of Unit Test

Summative Assessment Objective Assessment Method (check one)Students will-

read closely and analytically to comprehend a range of complex literary and informational texts.

produce effective writing for a range of purposes and audiences.

employ effective speaking and listening skills.

____ Rubric ___ Checklist _X_ Unit Test ____ Group____ Student Self-Assessment

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DAILY PLANDay Objective (s) DOK

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Materials / Resources Assessment of Objective (s)

Unit 1 Week 1

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Students will:-interpret information presented in diverse media formats and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.-engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions.-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-acquire and use-accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

1 -Build background knowledge on perspectives through whole-group discussions and interactive videos-Listen for a purpose to a read-aloud (“Crossing the Creek”)-Identify characteristics of realistic fiction-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Identify sentence types-Capitalize and punctuate sentence types correctly-Correct inappropriate fragments and run-ons-Sort short vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Frindle

Direct InstructionInteractive Instruction

W -McGraw-Hill Interactive “Perspectives” video-McGraw-Hill “Crossing the Creek” Read Aloud text-McGraw-Hill Visual Vocabulary Cards & Online Interactive Activities-McGraw-Hill Grammar Activities-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short realistic fiction passages-Frindle

Formative-Please Do NowThumbs up/Thumbs downTurn and Talk

Student Self - Assessment-Daily Language ActivitySpelling StarterWord WorkWord of the Day

Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences

1, 2 -Visualize to enhance understanding while reading “Cow Music”-Close read of “Cow Music” identifying character, setting, and plot using a graphic organizer

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-McGraw-Hill Reading/Writing Workshop “Cow Music”-Character, Setting, Plot Graphic Organizer


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drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.-explain how an author develops point of view in a text.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

-Recognize the characteristics of realistic fiction through “Cow Music” (dialogue)-Analyze what the author suggests through compare and contrast-Explore the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph to verify meaning of vocabulary-Identify sentence types-Capitalize and punctuate sentence types correctly-Correct inappropriate fragments and run-ons-Sort short vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Frindle


-McGraw-Hill Your Turn Practice book-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short realistic fiction passages-Frindle


3 Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.-explain how an author develops point of view in a text.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

1, 2, 3 -Triumph assignments: Textual Evidence, Sentence Structure-Study Island: Textual Evidence, Punctuation-Reading Wonders: Unit 1 Week 1 Vocabulary Practice, Sentences types and Fragments practice, Listen to Leveled Readers-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Frindle

Indirect InstructionIndependent Study

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning-Study Island-Reading Wonders Online-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short realistic fiction passages-Frindle

Formative-Please Do NowOnline Assignments


-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.-explain how an author develops point of view in a text.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

1,2,3 -Develop comprehension through close read of “Little Blog on the Prairie”-Analyze compare and contrast through story structure through graphic organizer using assigned text-Assess author’s purpose-Connect ideas-Recognize characteristics of realistic fiction-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Identify sentence types-Capitalize and punctuate sentence types correctly-Correct inappropriate fragments and run-ons-Sort short vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Frindle

Direct Instruction

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-McGraw-Hill Anthology “Little Blog on the Prairie”-Character, Setting, Plot Graphic Organizer-McGraw-Hill Your Turn Practice book-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-Frindle

Formative-Please Do NowTurn and TalkCollins Type 1 Response


5 Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.

1-4 -Develop comprehension through close read of leveled reader based on Lexile level-Analyze compare and contrast through a story structure graphic organizer using assigned text-Assess author’s purpose-Connect ideas-Recognize characteristics of realistic fiction-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Identify sentence types-Capitalize and punctuate sentence types correctly-Correct inappropriate fragments and run-ons-Sort short vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Frindle

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Silver Linings”-McGraw Hill’s “Call Me Max”-McGraw Hill’s “In the Lion’s Den”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets sentences types and fragments-Spelling leveled practice sheets

Formative-Please Do NowTurn and Talk“Your Turn”Selected-response questionsVarious practice worksheets

Student Self - Assessment-Daily Language ActivitySpelling StarterWord WorkWord of the DayCenter folder checklist

-explain how an author develops point of view in a text.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Independent StudyIndirect InstructionInteractive Instruction

-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Frindle

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Silver Linings”-McGraw Hill’s “Call Me Max”-McGraw Hill’s “In the Lion’s Den”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets sentences types and fragments-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Frindle



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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond

1, 2, 3 -Triumph assignments: Textual Evidence, Sentence Structure-Study Island: Textual Evidence, Punctuation-Reading Wonders: Unit 1 Week 1 Vocabulary Practice, Sentences types and Fragments practice, Listen to Leveled Readers-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Frindle

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning-Study Island-Reading Wonders Online-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD


Student Self - Assessment-Daily Language Activity

or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.-explain how an author develops point of view in a text.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.


-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short realistic fiction passages-Frindle

Spelling StarterWord WorkWord of the Day

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Silver Linings”-McGraw Hill’s “Call Me Max”-McGraw Hill’s “In the Lion’s Den”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets sentences types and fragments-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Frindle



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1-4 -Review Unit 1 Week 1 skills through guided discussions-Assess compare and contrast through story structure graphic organizer using weekly skills test-Assess vocabulary knowledge and comprehension of “Little Blog on the Prairie” through selection test-Assess sentence types and fragments through grammar test-Assess short vowel words through weekly spelling test-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Frindle


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-McGraw Hill Anthology-McGraw Hill Unit 1 Week 1 Test-McGraw Hill Selection Test-McGraw Hill Grammar Test-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-Frindle

Formative-Please Do Now

Summative-Selection Test (vocabulary/comprehension)Unit 1 Week 1 Skills TestGrammar Skills TestUnit 1 Week 1 Spelling Test


Unit 1 Week 2

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Students will:-interpret information presented in diverse media formats and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.-engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions.-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-acquire and use-accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

1 -Build background knowledge on alliances through whole-group discussions and interactive videos-Listen for a purpose to a read-aloud (“The Drummer Boy”)-Identify characteristics of historical fiction-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Identify complete and simple subjects-Identify complete and simple predicates-Sort long vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


W -McGraw-Hill Interactive “Alliances” video-McGraw-Hill “The Drummer Boy” Read Aloud text-McGraw-Hill Visual Vocabulary Cards & Online Interactive Activities-McGraw-Hill Grammar Activities-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short historical fiction passages-Esperanza Rising



-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

1, 2 -Visualize to enhance understanding while reading “Drumbeat to Freedom”-Close read of “Drumbeat to Freedom” identifying character, setting, and plot using a graphic organizer-Recognize the characteristics of historical fiction through “Drumbeat to Freedom”-Explore the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph to verify meaning of vocabulary-Identify complete and simple subjects-Identify complete and simple predicates-Sort long vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


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-McGraw-Hill Reading/Writing Workshop “Drumbeat to Freedom”-Character, Setting, Plot Graphic Organizer-McGraw-Hill Your Turn Practice book-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short historical fiction passages-Esperanza Rising



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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.

1, 2, 3 -Triumph assignments: Review Inferences, Make Inferences, Types of Sentences, Standard English Usage-Study Island: Textual Evidence, Intro and Closing Topics-Reading Wonders: Unit 1 Week 2 Vocabulary Practice, Subjects and Predicates practice, Re-listen to Leveled Readers-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning-Study Island-Reading Wonders Online-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short historical fiction passages-Esperanza Rising



-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

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1, 2, 3 -Develop comprehension through close read of “The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg”-Analyze story structure through graphic organizer using assigned text-Assess author’s purpose-Connect ideas-Recognize characteristics of historical fiction-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Identify complete and simple subjects-Identify complete and simple predicates-Sort long vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising

Direct Instruction

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-McGraw-Hill Anthology “The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg”-Character, Setting, Plot Graphic Organizer-McGraw-Hill Your Turn Practice book-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-Esperanza Rising



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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the

1-4 -Develop comprehension through close read of leveled reader based on Lexile level-Analyze story structure through graphic organizer using assigned text-Assess author’s purpose-Connect ideas-Recognize characteristics of historical fiction-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Identify complete and simple subjects-Identify complete and simple predicates-Sort long vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Judy’s Dream”-McGraw Hill’s “Change the World”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets subjects/predicates



development of theme, setting, or plot.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.


-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Esperanza Rising

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Judy’s Dream”-McGraw Hill’s “Change the World”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets subjects/predicates-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Esperanza Rising



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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.

1-4 -Develop comprehension through close read of leveled reader based on Lexile level-Analyze story structure through graphic organizer using assigned text-Assess author’s purpose-Connect ideas-Recognize characteristics of historical fiction-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Identify complete and simple subjects

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Judy’s Dream”-McGraw Hill’s “Change the World”


Student Self - Assessment-Daily Language Activity

-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

-Identify complete and simple predicates-Sort long vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets subjects/predicates-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Esperanza Rising

Spelling StarterWord WorkWord of the DayCenter folder checklist

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1, 2, 3 -Triumph assignments: Review Inferences, Make Inferences, Types of Sentences, Standard English Usage-Study Island: Textual Evidence, Intro and Closing Topics-Reading Wonders: Unit 1 Week 2 Vocabulary Practice, Subjects and Predicates practice, Re-listen to Leveled Readers-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning-Study Island-Reading Wonders Online-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short historical fiction passages-Esperanza Rising



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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s

1-4 -Develop comprehension through close read of leveled reader based on Lexile level-Analyze story structure through graphic organizer using assigned text-Assess author’s purpose-Connect ideas

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards


plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

-Recognize characteristics of historical fiction-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Identify complete and simple subjects-Identify complete and simple predicates-Sort long vowel words-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Judy’s Dream”-McGraw Hill’s “Change the World”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets subjects/predicates-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Esperanza Rising


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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Judy’s Dream”-McGraw Hill’s “Change the World”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets subjects/predicates-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Esperanza Rising



Students will:-cite textual evidence to support

1-4 -Review Unit 1 Week 2 skills through guided discussions-Assess story structure through graphic organizer using

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-McGraw Hill Anthology-McGraw Hill Unit 1 Week 2 Test


20analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-describe how a particular story’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.-analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of theme, setting, or plot.-use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

weekly skills test-Assess vocabulary knowledge and comprehension of “Homer P. Figg” through selection test-Assess subjects and predicates through grammar test-Assess long vowel words through weekly spelling test-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


-McGraw Hill Selection Test-McGraw Hill Grammar Test-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-Esperanza Rising



Unit 1 Week 3

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Students will:-interpret information presented in diverse media formats and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.-pose and respond to specific questions with elaboration and detail by making comments to contribute to discussions-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-acquire and use-accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English

1 -Build background knowledge on environments through whole-group discussions and interactive videos-Listen for a purpose to a read-aloud (“Plants in Different Environments”)-Identify characteristics of expository text-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Produce simple, compound, and complex sentences-Use correlative conjunctions-Spell frequently misspelled words correctly-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


W -McGraw-Hill Interactive “Environments” video-McGraw-Hill “Plants in Different Environments” Read Aloud text-McGraw-Hill Visual Vocabulary Cards & Online Interactive Activities-McGraw-Hill Grammar Activities-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short expository texts-Esperanza Rising



capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details.-read and comprehend literary nonfiction text in grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently.-use common Greek affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

1, 2 -Reread scientific information in text to increase understanding while citing evidence from the text of “The Secret World of Caves”-Close read of “The Secret World of Caves” identifying main idea and details using a graphic organizer-Recognize the characteristics of expository text through “The Secret World of Caves”-Explore the Greek roots cycl-, scop-, log-, zon--Produce simple, compound, and complex sentences-Use correlative conjunctions-Spell frequently misspelled words correctly-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


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-McGraw-Hill Reading/Writing Workshop “The Secret World of Caves”-Main Idea and Details Graphic Organizer-McGraw-Hill Your Turn Practice book-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short expository passages-Esperanza Rising



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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details.-acquire and use-accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.-read and comprehend literary nonfiction text in grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently.-use common Greek affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English

1, 2, 3 -Triumph assignments: Main Idea, Types of Sentences, Standard English Usage-Study Island: Character, Setting, Plot, Central Ideas, Sentence, Varied Sentence Structure-Reading Wonders: Unit 1 Week 3 Vocabulary Practice, Compound/Complex Sentence practice, listen to leveled readers-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning-Study Island-Reading Wonders Online-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short expository passages-Esperanza Rising



capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details.-acquire and use-accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.-read and comprehend literary nonfiction text in grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently.-use common Greek affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

1, 2, 3 -Develop comprehension through close read of “Journey Into the Deep”-Analyze main idea and details through graphic organizer using assigned text-Assess author’s purpose-Connect ideas-Recognize characteristics of expository text-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Produce simple, compound, and complex sentences-Use correlative conjunctions-Spell frequently misspelled words correctly-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising

Direct Instruction

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-McGraw-Hill Anthology “Journey Into the Deep”-Main Idea and Details Graphic Organizer-McGraw-Hill Your Turn Practice book-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-Esperanza Rising



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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details.-acquire and use-accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.-read and comprehend literary nonfiction text in grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently.-use common Greek affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English

1-4 -Develop comprehension through close read of leveled reader based on Lexile level-Analyze main idea and detail through graphic organizer using assigned text-Assess author’s purpose- Connect ideas-Recognize characteristics of expository text-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Produce simple, compound, and complex sentences-Use correlative conjunctions-Spell frequently misspelled words correctly-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Rainforest Riches”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets sentence combining-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Esperanza Rising



grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Rainforest Riches”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets sentence combining-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Esperanza Rising



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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details.-acquire and use-accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.-read and comprehend literary nonfiction text in grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently.-use common Greek affixes and


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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Rainforest Riches”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets sentence combining-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook



roots as clues to the meaning of a word.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.


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1, 2, 3 -Triumph assignments: Main Idea, Types of Sentences, Standard English Usage-Study Island: Character, Setting, Plot, Central Ideas, Sentence, Varied Sentence Structure-Reading Wonders: Unit 1 Week 3 Vocabulary Practice, Compound/Complex Sentence practice, listen to leveled readers-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning-Study Island-Reading Wonders Online-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-PSSA Released Items-Short expository passages-Esperanza Rising



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Students will:-cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.-determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details.-acquire and use-accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases.

1-4 -Develop comprehension through close read of leveled reader based on Lexile level-Analyze main idea and detail through graphic organizer using assigned text-Assess author’s purpose- Connect ideas-Recognize characteristics of expository text-Gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word in text-Produce simple, compound, and complex sentences-Use correlative conjunctions-Spell frequently misspelled words correctly

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-Individual Laptops-Triumph Learning Online-Study Island Online-Reading Wonders Interactive-Selected passages for skills practice-Vocabulary workstation cards-Vocabulary leveled practice sheets-Vocabulary squares-McGraw Hill’s “Rainforest Riches”-McGraw Hill “Your Turn” Practice Book-Grammar leveled practice sheets


Student Self - Assessment-Daily Language ActivitySpelling StarterWord Work

-read and comprehend literary nonfiction text in grades 6-8 text complexity band proficiently.-use common Greek affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word.-demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.-demonstrate command of conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


sentence combining-Spelling leveled practice sheets-Triumph Learning Personal Narrative Workbook-Esperanza Rising

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1-4 -Review Unit 1 Week 3 skills through guided discussions-Assess main idea and detail through graphic organizer using weekly skills test-Assess vocabulary knowledge and comprehension of “Journey Into the Deep” through selection test-Assess sentence combining through grammar test-Assess frequently misspelled words through weekly spelling test-Focus on Weekly Skills through daily read of Esperanza Rising


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-McGraw Hill Anthology-McGraw Hill Unit 1 Week 3 Test-McGraw Hill Selection Test-McGraw Hill Grammar Test-Daily Language Activity-Spelling Starter-Word Work-PDN/WOD-Document Camera-Esperanza Rising




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