Monday, May 11, 2009

May 11 - 15

**A.R. point goal for this grading period is 5 points by May 18. Test percent goal is 85%. Students are required to read at least 60 min./wk. (this can include the weekend), complete a reading log, and have it signed by a parent. Reading logs are checked on Friday. Students need to read at least one fiction and one non-fiction book.

1/2 & 3/4 reading: We will review vocabulary and the story "Seeing Things His Own Way" (pgs. 368-379). TEST ON TUESDAY, MAY 12.
1/2 & 3/4 language: We will learn about propaganda in advertising as a way to persuade. Homework: analyzing an advertisement and commercial. Due on Wednesday.

7/8 reading: We will review vocabulary and "Juan Verdades: The Man Who Couldn't Tell a Lie."
Test on Tuesday, May 12.
On Wednesday we will begin a new story, "Nothing Ever Happens on 90th Street." We will focus on vocabulary words and drawing conclusions. Students should study vocabulary words each night.
Homework: Timed reading: Tuesday, Thursday.


If you have any questions for me, please e-mail me: tlcates@blountboe.net. I will answer your questions as soon as possible.

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