R1-9-09

Previous Next = = = January 9, 2009 =

Reminders:

 * Arabic Tutorial Every Monday and Wednesday in room 1100.

Directions:

 * 1) Get your folder and all of its contents from (take your entire folder with you to your desk)
 * 2) Take out your new notebook or some sheets of paper (you need to buy a new notebook by tomorrow).
 * 3) Copy today's **learning objectives** and **homework**.

__Learning Objectives__ (copy in your planner)
Students will:
 * Learn how to make a KWL chart.
 * Learn how to use a KWL chart to increase understanding of a reading selection.
 * Learn key vocabulary.


 * 1. Grammar In Context**
 * Review Past Tense Verbs: Write the following verbs in Past Tense-- smile, hope, pick, learn, see, make, have, tell, try.
 * 2. Think About What You Know** Share Ideas
 * Copy the question in your notes and answer it in your groups.
 * 3. KWL Chart**--on the bottom of page 194.
 * Copy the 4 step strategy in your notes.
 * Make a KWL chart for "Common Ground".
 * __**What is the topic? Natural resources--water, earth, air. What do you KNOW about the topic? What do you WANT to know about the topic? As we read, write what you LEARNED about the topic. (See SUM IT UP on page 203).**__
 * 4. Read "Common Ground"**
 * Follow along with the teacher as he reads the entire story.
 * In groups of 3 to 4, take turns re-reading the story out loud.
 * Copy the questions in your Cornell Notes. DO NOT ANSWER THEM YET. Only begin to answer the questions after you have read the entire story as a group.
 * Complete "Sum It Up" on page 203, completing the KWL chart.