**A.R. point goal for this grading period is 5 points by March 17 (2.5 points byFeb. 2). Test percent goal is 85%. Students are required to read at least 20 min. 3 times/wk. (this can include the weekend), complete a reading log, and have it signed by a parent. Reading logs are checked on Friday. New this grading period: students need to read at least one chapter book and at least one non-fiction book. They will also create and present a book report--information will be given to students this week.
1st/2nd & 3rd/4th Periods reading: "The Great Serum Race", pgs. 222-237. We will focus on key vocabulary words, sequencing, symbolism and metaphors. Work will be completed in class.
Language: Identifying and using appositives to make writing more interesting. Using commas to set apart non-essential appositives.
5th Period Lit. Skills: We will continue working in our Best Practices in Reading workbook. Any work not completed in class will be homework.
7th/8th Period reading: "Lost City: The Discovery of Machu Picchu," pgs. 45-59. We will focus on key vocabulary words, character, setting, and plot. Please help your child study these vocabulary words each night. We will try and complete all work in class. Timed reading will be sent home on Wednesday and Thursday.
7th & 8th Period language: Complete subject/simple subject and complete predicate / simple predicate.
If you have any questions for me, please e-mail me: tlcates@blountboe.net. I will answer your questions as soon as possible.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
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