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=October 17, 2008= =Directions:=
 * 1) Get your notebook.
 * 2) Copy today's learning objectives.

=__Learning Objectives__ (copy in your planner)=
 * Practice defining, writing, reading, and pronouncing English words.
 * Practice reading comprehension skills.
 * Learn to identify the sequence of events in reading selections.

=__Agenda__ (do not copy)=
 * Group 1:
 * 1) Read the story "Rush" on page 94.
 * 2) Complete the thought web on the bottom of the page.
 * 3) If time permits, have students practice their vocabulary flash cards from yesterday.
 * 4) Students pair off. One holds up the flash card for the other to read out loud and define. Then have students switch roles. There are many words (from pages 49, 63, 77, and 91) so students should have plenty of words to practice.


 * Group 2:
 * 1) Have students create Word Maps for Key Vocabulary on p. 24
 * 2) Students read "Could I ask you a question?" on p. 25. First students scan the selection for unfamiliar words (they know this as "Scanning for vocabulary"). Then students define those unfamiliar words. Thenstudents pair up with a partner and take turns reading the selection out loud.
 * 3) Students answer all questions in notebook while reading (the comprehension check questions at the bottom of the pages).
 * 4) Students complete the selection review.


 * Group 3:
 * 1) Word Maps for the vocabulary on page 128.
 * 2) "Learn Key Vocabulary" page 128 1-6.
 * 3) Learn to Identify Sequence--Put the chart in your own words.
 * 4) Begin "The Qualities of Friendship" page 129.
 * 5) Answer questions while reading.

=Period 2 =

October 17, 2008
(substitute plans) =Directions:=
 * 1) Get your notebook.
 * 2) Copy today's learning objectives.

=__Learning Objectives__ (copy in your planner)=
 * Practice defining, writing, reading, and pronouncing English words.
 * Practice reading comprehension skills.
 * Learn to visualize when reading.

=__Agenda__ (do not copy)=
 * Group 1: Complete the following activities out of your High Point book (w/ pyramid cover).
 * 1) Read the story "Rush" on page 94.
 * 2) Complete the thought web on the bottom of the page.
 * 3) If time permits, have students practice their vocabulary flash cards from yesterday.
 * 4) Students pair off. One holds up the flash card for the other to read out loud and define. Then have students switch roles. There are many words (from pages 49, 63, 77, and 91) so students should have plenty of words to practice.


 * Group 2: Using the High Point book (w/ sky and cloud cover)
 * 1) Have students create Word Maps for Key Vocabulary on p. 24
 * 2) Students read "Could I ask you a question?" on p. 25. First students scan the selection for unfamiliar words (they know this as "Scanning for vocabulary"). Then students define those unfamiliar words. Then students pair up with a partner and take turns reading the selection out loud.
 * 3) Students answer all questions in notebook while reading (the comprehension check questions at the bottom of the pages).
 * 4) Students complete the selection review.


 * Group 3: Complete the following activities out of your High Point book (w/ sky and cloud cover).
 * 1) Continue reading "Together We Dream". Answer the questions as you read.
 * 2) Complete "Think It Over" 1-3 on page 29.
 * 3) Complete the "Sum It Up" Personal Experiences Chart on page 29.