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
