I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Spelling Test
Circle Map
Prompt:
Maniac Magee
Maniac Magee is a legendary character that performs extraordinary feats. State 3 reasons that Maniac is legendary through his actions in the story. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Cobble's Knot
Amazing Feats- Translate into reasons Maniac is legendary.
Crafting Claims
Homework:
None
Friday, January 30, 2015
Thursday, January 29, 2015
Today in ELA 1/29
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Check Spelling HW
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Freedom Summer
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Maniac Magee
Maniac Magee is a legendary character that performs extraordinary feats. State 3 reasons that Maniac is legendary through his actions in the story. Cite evidence from the text to supports your answer.
Argumentative Checklist (Body Paragraphs)
Conclusion Notes and Practice
Homework:
Write a Conclusion
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Check Spelling HW
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Freedom Summer
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Maniac Magee
Maniac Magee is a legendary character that performs extraordinary feats. State 3 reasons that Maniac is legendary through his actions in the story. Cite evidence from the text to supports your answer.
Argumentative Checklist (Body Paragraphs)
Conclusion Notes and Practice
Homework:
Write a Conclusion
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Today in ELA 1/28
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Check Spelling HW
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Argumentative Checklist (Body Paragraphs)
Introduction Notes and Practice
Homework:
Write an Introduction
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Check Spelling HW
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Argumentative Checklist (Body Paragraphs)
Introduction Notes and Practice
Homework:
Write an Introduction
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Today in ELA 1/27
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Check Spelling HW
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Evidence Notes
Argumentative Checklist (Body Paragraphs)
Homework:
Argumentative Checklist
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Check Spelling HW
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Evidence Notes
Argumentative Checklist (Body Paragraphs)
Homework:
Argumentative Checklist
Monday, January 26, 2015
Today in ELA 1/26
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Spelling PreTest
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Finish Writing Paragraphs
Diagram Paragraphs
Homework:
Write and Diagram 3rd Paragraph; Make changes in the margin
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Spelling PreTest
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Finish Writing Paragraphs
Diagram Paragraphs
Homework:
Write and Diagram 3rd Paragraph; Make changes in the margin
Friday, January 23, 2015
Today in ELA 1/23
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Spelling Test
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Finish Writing Paragraphs
Reflection:
Complete Argumentative Checklist
Homework:
Have a Great Weekend!
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Spelling Test
Freedom Summer
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Finish Writing Paragraphs
Reflection:
Complete Argumentative Checklist
Homework:
Have a Great Weekend!
Thursday, January 22, 2015
Today in ELA 1/22
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Freedom Summer
Notes:
How to Write a Literary Essay About a Character
~Try to generate an idea about the character that encompasses the whole character and the whole text.
~Search for the most compelling evidence that can support the claim, then add it to your essay like this:
*Quote some parts of the text.
*Story-tell other parts.
*Summarize yet other parts.
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Write Paragraphs
Homework:
Finish 1st Body Paragraph
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Freedom Summer
Notes:
How to Write a Literary Essay About a Character
~Try to generate an idea about the character that encompasses the whole character and the whole text.
~Search for the most compelling evidence that can support the claim, then add it to your essay like this:
*Quote some parts of the text.
*Story-tell other parts.
*Summarize yet other parts.
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Write Paragraphs
Homework:
Finish 1st Body Paragraph
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
Today in ELA 1/21
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Freedom Summer (Click Here)
Notes:
How to Write a Literary Essay About a Character
Thought Prompts that help an Essayist Think and Write
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Homework:
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Write
about, or imagine, a time that you experienced/witnessed a kind of prejudice?
How did it make you feel? How did you respond?
Freedom Summer (Click Here)
Notes:
How to Write a Literary Essay About a Character
Thought Prompts that help an Essayist Think and Write
Prompt:
Joe is an admirable character whose friendship defies segregation. State 3 reasons that Joe is admirable through his friendship with John Henry. Cite evidence from the text to support your answer.
Homework:
Friday, January 16, 2015
Thursday, January 15, 2015
Today in ELA 1/15
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Comprehension Questions
Raymond's Run
Deeper Motivation
What is Squeaky's Deeper Motivation? What motivates Squeaky to act all tough and defensive? Brainstorm and choose one to support with evidence.
Homework:
Write it long- Take one more trait that describes Squeaky and write it out.
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Comprehension Questions
Raymond's Run
Deeper Motivation
What is Squeaky's Deeper Motivation? What motivates Squeaky to act all tough and defensive? Brainstorm and choose one to support with evidence.
Homework:
Write it long- Take one more trait that describes Squeaky and write it out.
Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Today in ELA 1/14
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Comprehension Questions
Raymond's Run
Homework:
Comprehension Questions
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Comprehension Questions
Raymond's Run
Homework:
Comprehension Questions
Tuesday, January 13, 2015
Today in ELA 1/13
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Power Point
Raymond's Run
Comprehension Questions
Deeper Motivation
What is Squeaky's Deeper Motivation? What motivates Squeaky to act all tough and defensive? Brainstorm and choose one to support with evidence.
Homework:
Comprehension Questions
Spelling
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Power Point
Raymond's Run
Comprehension Questions
Deeper Motivation
What is Squeaky's Deeper Motivation? What motivates Squeaky to act all tough and defensive? Brainstorm and choose one to support with evidence.
Homework:
Comprehension Questions
Spelling
Monday, January 12, 2015
Today in ELA 1/12
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Spelling PreTest
Raymond's Run
Box and Bullets Plan
Thesis Statement (Claim)
___ is ___ because A, because B, and most of all, because C.
Homework:
Write 2 details for each bullet
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Spelling PreTest
Raymond's Run
Box and Bullets Plan
Thesis Statement (Claim)
___ is ___ because A, because B, and most of all, because C.
Homework:
Write 2 details for each bullet
Friday, January 9, 2015
Today in ELA 1/9
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Spelling Test
Writing Workshop:
Unpack Evidence
Highlight example in one color and evidence in another
Spread Kindness
Randomly choose a classmate to write a character analysis about
Box and Bullets
________ is ________ because ________.
Write a Body Paragraph
(Use the Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure)
Homework:
None
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Spelling Test
Writing Workshop:
Unpack Evidence
Highlight example in one color and evidence in another
Spread Kindness
Randomly choose a classmate to write a character analysis about
Box and Bullets
________ is ________ because ________.
Write a Body Paragraph
(Use the Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure)
Homework:
None
Thursday, January 8, 2015
Today in ELA 1/8
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop:
The Three Little Pigs Murder the Wolf
Character Traits
Commonly Used Character Traits
Share out traits and make changes, if needed
Dictate Draft
(Use the Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure)
Write Body Paragraphs
(Use the Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure)
Homework:
Finish Wolf Essay
Spelling: Second 5 Sentences
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop:
The Three Little Pigs Murder the Wolf
Character Traits
Commonly Used Character Traits
Share out traits and make changes, if needed
Dictate Draft
(Use the Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure)
Write Body Paragraphs
(Use the Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure)
Homework:
Finish Wolf Essay
Spelling: Second 5 Sentences
Wednesday, January 7, 2015
Today in ELA 1/7
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Write Body Paragraph 3
Highlight the 2 most powerful details for each bullet
Closing
Restate Claim/Thesis
Watch "The True Story of The Three Little Pigs"
A. Wolf Character Analysis
Write Claim
Begin "Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure"
Homework:
Complete "Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure"
Spelling: Second 5 Sentences
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Write Body Paragraph 3
Highlight the 2 most powerful details for each bullet
Closing
Restate Claim/Thesis
Watch "The True Story of The Three Little Pigs"
A. Wolf Character Analysis
Write Claim
Begin "Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure"
Homework:
Complete "Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure"
Spelling: Second 5 Sentences
Tuesday, January 6, 2015
Today in ELA 1/6
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Powerful Details (Xs)
Highlight the 2 most powerful details for each bullet
Read "The Three Little Pigs" (Original English Version)
Add new details to your bullets
Write Body Paragraph 1
Dictate Draft First Body Paragraph
(Use the Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure)
Write Body Paragraph 1 Together
Homework:
Write Body Paragraph 2
Spelling: First 5 Sentences
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Powerful Details (Xs)
Highlight the 2 most powerful details for each bullet
Read "The Three Little Pigs" (Original English Version)
Add new details to your bullets
Write Body Paragraph 1
Dictate Draft First Body Paragraph
(Use the Boxes and Bullets Essay Structure)
Write Body Paragraph 1 Together
Homework:
Write Body Paragraph 2
Spelling: First 5 Sentences
Monday, January 5, 2015
Today in ELA 1/5
I Can...
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Fairy Tale Essay
"The Three Little Pigs"
Thesis Statement
___ is ___ because A, because B, and most of all, because C.
Box and Bullets Plan
Homework:
Write 3 details for each bullet
~introduce claims and organize the reasons/evidence clearly.
~support claims with clear and relevant reasons, use credible sources and demonstrate understanding of the topic
~produce clear, coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences.
Writing Workshop
Fairy Tale Essay
"The Three Little Pigs"
Thesis Statement
___ is ___ because A, because B, and most of all, because C.
Box and Bullets Plan
Homework:
Write 3 details for each bullet
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