- I can write informative/explanatory texts that convey ideas and concepts using relevant information that is carefully selected and organized. (W.6.2)
- With support from peers and adults, I can use a writing process to produce clear and coherent writing. (W.6.5)
- I can use evidence from a variety of grade-appropriate texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. (W.6.9)
- I can use correct grammar and usage when writing or speaking. (L.6.1)
- I can use correct capitalization, punctuation, and spelling to send a clear message to my reader. (L.6.2)
Long Term Learning Targets
Supporting Targets
- I can use my draft to write a final, best version of an informative essay about my rule to live by.
- I can choose a quote from my essay that captures the spirit of my rule to live by.
Ongoing Assessment
- Final informative essay about a rule to live by.
Agenda
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1. Opening A. Independent Reading Review (5 minutes) B. Unpacking Learning Targets (2 minutes) 2. Work Time A. Final Revisions Based on Teacher Feedback (10 minutes) B. Writing a Final Draft of an Informative Essay (15 minutes) 3. Closing and Assessment A. Spirit Read (13 minutes) 4. Homework A. Look over all of Bud’s rules again. Which one do you think proves to be the most useful to him? Why? |
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Vocabulary
spirit
Materials
- Students’ draft essays (From Lessons 7 and 8, assessed with teacher feedback)
- Homework: Bud’s Most Useful Rule (one per student)
Opening
Opening | Meeting Students' Needs |
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A. Independent Reading Review (5 minutes)
* “What was the author’s purpose or purposes in writing this book? How do you know?”
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B. Unpacking Learning Targets (2 minutes)
* “I can use my draft to write a final, best version of an informative essay about my rule to live by.” * “I can choose a quote from my essay that captures the spirit of my rule to live by.”
* “What does ‘the spirit of your rule to live by’ mean? What are you going to be looking for in your quote?”
* “Now that you have seen the learning targets for this lesson, what do you think you will be doing today? Why?”
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Work Time
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A. Final Revisions Based on Teacher Feedback (10 minutes)
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B. Writing a Final Draft of an Evidence-Based Essay (15 minutes)
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Closing & Assessments
Closing |
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A. Spirit Read (13 minutes)
* “I can choose a quote from my essay that captures the spirit of my rule to live by.”
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Homework
Homework |
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