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Tripping Over the Lunch Lady. Day 3. Concept talk . How do people overcome obstacles?. Partner Share. Jinx’s application of her desire to have square d ancing during gym class shows her determination to overcome obstacles. How have you applied yourself to overcome an obstacle in your life?
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Concept talk How do people overcome obstacles?
Partner Share • Jinx’s application of her desire to have square dancing during gym class shows her determination to overcome obstacles. How have you applied yourself to overcome an obstacle in your life? • Jinx is very resilient because she alwlays picks herself up after she falls and starts all over again. How are you resilient?
Amazing Words • Modify- to change somewhat • She asked the caterer to modify the recipe. • Conquer- to overcome or defeat • Jinx wanted to conquer the trampoline. • TEACH YOUR PARTNER THESE WORDS
Vocabulary • Dalmatian- certain breed of dog • The spotted dog was a Dalmatian. • sprained- wrenched and twisted • I couldn’t play anymore, I had a sprained ankle. Teach your partner these words.
Vocabulary • promenading- strolling • We spent all of our time promenading down the shopping street. • Frilly- ruffled • She couldn’t stand that frilly dress. • Teach your partner these words
Vocabulary • Substitute- replacement • The kids didn’t like the substitute teacher. Teach your partner this word.
Spelling • Prefix over- over • Prefix under- not enough or not done as well or as much as is necessary • Prefix sub- below • Prefix out- going further or being better than
Spelling • overlook- miss, look at and not see • Subset- a group below or part of a larger group • Output-to put out, produce • Supersonic-faster than speed of sound
Pronouns and Antecedents • Jim and Sally are proud of ____(their, his) new son. • The dogs tugged on ____ (its, their) leashes. • The small girl put _____ (its, her) spaceship back in the toybox.
Daily Fix it Lets take a look at our Daily Fix it
Writing • Persuasive writing; • Introductory paragraph-your position • Each paragraph should focus on your evidence • Describe and then prove the opposing views key points wrong • Restate and reinforce the thesis and supporting evidence
Writing • Your topic is: • Kids should have less homework.