Reading Complex Texts Language – Vocabulary L.6.5c Distinguish among the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., refined, respectful, polite, diplomatic, condescending). L.6.6 Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. These standards are constant and should be taught throughout each quarter. Study and apply vocabulary - L.6.4-6 Language – Vocabulary Evidence Statements Demonstrates ability to determine the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., stingy, scrimping, economical, unwasteful, thrifty). L.6.5c Provides a statement demonstrating accurate meaning and use of grade-appropriate general academic words and phrases. L.6.6 Reviewed throughout the quarter: Synonyms/antonyms Affixes Context clues Latin roots Analogy and word relationships Word parts and families Vocabulary Tier 2 Academic Vocabulary – evidence, analysis, summary, text The Woman Called Moses and Leaders of the Civil War Era: Harriet Tubman L.6.5c, L.6.6 Skill Focus: Tier II words Common Core Appendix A: Research Supporting Key Elements of the Standards and Glossary of Key Terms: Vocabulary pgs. 32-35 Prentice Hall Literature- Pearson Publishing Literary Analysis Workshop Introducing the Big Question: Learning Big Question Vocabulary pg. 3 L.6.6 Close Read: Central Idea in Nonfiction Vocabulary Development pg. 16 Independent Practice: “My Heart in the Highlands (nonfiction) Vocabulary Development pg. 18 “The Drive-In Movies” (autobiography) L.6.6 Latin prefix pre-, Anglo Saxon prefix be- Making Connections: Vocabulary pg. 44 Vocabulary Development pgs. 44, 46, 48 You Read: Vocabulary pg. 51 Resources Vocabulary central (tools, activities, and songs for studying vocabulary) Online Dictionary http://www.dictionary.com Unit Resources Workbook - Downloads: Editable Presentations and Editable Worksheets .
Writing to Writing Graphic Organizers Compare and Contrast Resources Resources “The Drive in Movies” (Culminating writing prompt) open ed. Free resources for teaching writing Teaching channel examples of lessons taught Language L 6.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking. These standards are constant and should be taught throughout each quarter. Study and apply grammar - L.6.1-3 Language Evidence Statements Determine the correct use of nouns (i.e., common and proper) within the context of writing. Determine the correct use of nouns (i.e., singular and plural) within the context of writing. Determine the correct use of nouns (i.e., singular possessive and plural possessive) within the context of writing. Determine the correct use of verbs within context of writing. Review of: Verbs Conventions Note: Grammar instruction should be embedded in the teaching of writing. Prentice Hall Literature- Pearson Publishing Integrated Language Arts: Common and Proper Nouns pg. 40 Reading Application Writing Application Prentice Hall Writing Coach “The Movies” (autobiography) Integrated Language Arts: Singular and Plural Nouns pg. 62
Writing to Texts Report Findings: SL.6.4-6 First Quarter TN State Standards Evidence Statements Content Weeks 5-8 Reading Selections Literary Analysis Workshop: From Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry and Greyling (ATOS 5.3) Extended Text: “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” exemplar (950 lexile) OR “Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry” (920 lexile) Big Question: Does Conflict Have a Winner?