R1-12-09

Previous Next = = = January 12, 2009 =

Reminders:

 * Arabic Tutorial Every Monday and Wednesday in room 1110.

Directions:

 * 1) Get your folder and all of its contents from.
 * 2) Take out your new notebook or some sheets of paper.
 * 3) Copy today's **learning objectives** and **homework**.

__Learning Objectives__ (copy in your planner)
Students will:
 * Use a KWL chart to increase understanding of a reading selection.
 * Learn to make inferences.
 * Learn to express thoughts in speech and writing.
 * Learn about adjectives that compare.


 * 1. Finish Reading** **"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.
 * 2. Think It Over page 203.**
 * 1-3 in groups.
 * 3. Express Yourself page 203.**
 * Complete the activity.
 * 4. Grammar In Context page 204.**
 * Comparative and Superlative Adjectives.
 * Students keep notes (teacher models how to do this).
 * Students practice together 1-3 at the bottom of the page.