Today in ELA 5/15

I Can...
~write an informative piece, which examines a topic and conveys ideas.
~interpret information presented in diverse formats and explain how it contributes to the topic under study.
~I can produce clear coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences. 


Activities:
Finish Galaxy Art/Constellation Research
Astro.wisc
Constellation Guide
EasyBib Tutorial~Mrs. Kowalski

Homework:
Finish Galaxy/Constellation Art

Today in ELA 5/14

I Can...
~write an informative piece, which examines a topic and conveys ideas.
~interpret information presented in diverse formats and explain how it contributes to the topic under study.
~I can produce clear coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate for sixth grade tasks, purposes, and audiences. 


Activities:
Galaxy Art
Research a constellation and myth
Astro.wisc
Constellation Guide

Homework:
Finish constellation and myth for your galaxy.

Today in 5/13

I Can...
~write an informative piece, which examines a topic and conveys ideas.
~summarize informational text while leaving out my personal opinion.  
 ~interpret information presented in diverse formats and explain how it contributes to the topic under study.
~gather information from multiple sources print and digital and assess credibility of those sources.


Activities:
Constellations & Ancient Civilizations
Astronomy Libguide
Take notes to include in a summary of background information

Homework:
Summarize, Paraphrase, or Improve Notes

Today in ELA 5/12

I Can...
~write an informative piece, which examines a topic and conveys ideas.


Activities:
EasyBib

Homework:
Sign-in to Google Chrome (Set-up using school username/password)

Today in ELA 5/11

I Can...
~write an informative piece, which examines a topic and convey ideas.


Activities:
EasyBib
Constellation Research 

Homework:
Finish Constellation Research (5- Pic, Myth, Major Stars) 
Extra: Try downloading the Star Chart App!

Today in ELA 5/8

I Can...

-use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to develop experiences and events, in poetic verse. 

Writing Workshop:

Finish Rough Copy (If not already completed)
Type Final Copy in Word
Print and Mount onto Construction Paper (With a Glue Stick)

Important Links For Class:

Instant Poetry Template

Different Types of Poems

Play Links:
Sea Monster's Rage Part 1
Seas Monster's Rage Part 2
Pandora's Box
The Story of Demeter and Persephone Part 1
The Story of Demeter and Persephone Part 2

Homework:

Finish Card and Give it to Mom for Mother's Day!

Today in ELA 5/6

I Can...
-identify precise language and domain-specific vocabulary related to the 
topic. 

-use a variety of techniques to engage the reader and establish context. 

-use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory 

language to develop experiences and events.

Writing Workshop:

Poetry

Instant Poetry Template

Different Types of Poems

Homework:

Finish Rough Copy