Submit writing pieces for writing portfolios and possible publication in the school literary magazine. Complete reading assignments in the literature selections if not finished in class. Gather supplies needed for group diorama's. Gather props as needed for group skits. We have found that if the groups are carefully constructed, students with low skills are still able to contribute to the group projects and skits.
Additional readings are available to challenge advanced students.
Sample quiz over the climate regions. Sample journal prompts for several of the literature selections. Rubric used to assess written essays. Peer editing forms used in the writing process.