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Novel Study Begin: Mon. 9/16/13 End: Fri. 9/27/13 Final Assessment: Mon. 9/30/13. Tues. 9/17/13- Day 1: E.Q. Focus- INFORMATION & POINT OF VIEW. A.C .- Define / Discuss “connotation ” Student volunteers for “WALK” activity
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Novel Study Begin: Mon. 9/16/13 End: Fri. 9/27/13 Final Assessment: Mon. 9/30/13 Tues. 9/17/13- Day 1: E.Q. Focus- INFORMATION & POINT OF VIEW • A.C.-Define / Discuss “connotation” • Student volunteers for “WALK” activity • Connotation is only one aspect to consider in word choice. Selecting vivid, precise words makes for better writing. • We went there last year and did lots of things. Identify the vague words and suggest vivid, precise words. • ASLE- Precision of Language Writing Activity • Re-write sentences under picture using vivid, precise words (1-10) • IEI- Babies and Birthdays Activities • Complete graphic organizer comparing information from Jonas’s society and ours. • Use the information to write a paragraph of comparison Closing: Explain one reason why it is important for an author to choose words carefully. HE- Read Chapters 5-6. Complete $1.00 Summary for each chapter read