7th Grade ELA Curriculum Map By: Miss Liebler

Term Reading for Literature Reading for Information Writing Speaking and Listening Language
Conventions of standard English when speaking or writing Conventions of standard English with capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing Wordiness and redundancy Clarification of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases Use of reference materials Synonyms, antonyms, analogies Academic and domain-specific vocabulary L.7. 1,2,3,4,5,6 Narrative text with descriptive details Context, point of view, characters, and sequence of Collaborative discussions events Preparation of reading required materials Rules for Dialogue and pacing Organization, transitions and discussion and roles Analysis of main idea and shifts Sensory language Conclusion details Purpose and audience Explanation of reasoning and Compare and contrast relevance of evidence fictional portrayal to historical SL.7. 1, 2, 3 account Daily writing activities W.7. 3,4,9,10 Collaborative discussions Informative /explanatory text Preparation of reading required materials Rules for with relevant content Topic, organization, discussion and roles transitions, and conclusion Analysis of main idea and Precise language details Explanation of reasoning and Formal style Purpose and audience relevance of evidence Presentation with pertinent Revision and editing Plagiarism and paraphrasing facts and details Daily writing activities Visual display Appropriate W.7. 2, 4, 5, 8, 10 skills in presenting SL.7. 1,2,3,4,5,6

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Textual evidence Central idea Objective summary Story elements Contextual meaning of words and phrases Point of view, perspective Compare and contrast fictional portrayal to historical account RL.7. 1,2,3,4,6,9

Textual evidence Central idea Objective summary Contextual meaning of words and phrases Text structure and organization Analysis of same topic by two authors RI.7. 1,2,4,5,9

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Textual evidence, theme, central idea, summary Elements of story or drama Contextual meaning of words and phrases Rhyme and alliteration in story or poem Poetic form and structure Compare and contrast fictional portrayal to media version RL.7. 1,2,3,4,5,7

Textual evidence, central idea, and summary Analysis of interaction of individuals, events, and ideas Contextual meaning of words and phrases Text structure and organization Authors point of view and purpose Compare and contrast fictional portrayal to media version RI.7. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7

Conventions of standard English Phrases and clauses Commas separating coordinate adjectives Wordiness and redundancy Greek and Latin affixes and roots Use of reference materials Figurative language, nuances Literary, biblical, and mythological allusions Academic and domain-specific vocabulary L.7. 1,2,3,4,5,6

Term Reading for Literature

Reading for Information

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Analysis of main idea Conventions of standard English and details Phrases and clauses Explanation of Simple, compound, complex, reasoning and Textual evidence, theme, compound-complex sentences relevance of evidence central idea, and summary Clarification of unknown and Evaluation of Contextual meaning of words multiple-meaning words or speakers argument and phrases phrases Presentation with Point of view, perspective Use of reference materials pertinent facts and RL.7. 1,2,4,6 Figurative language, nuances details Academic and domain-specific Appropriate skills in vocabulary presenting L.7. 1,2,3,4,5,6 SL.7. 2,3,4,5,6 Collaborative Textual evidence,theme, and discussions Preparation of central idea Objective summary reading required Argumentative text with relevant content, materials Rules for Analysis of interaction of Textual evidence, theme, and evidence Use of opposing claims individuals, events, ideas discussion and roles Conventions of standard English central idea Topic, organization, transitions, and conclusion Contextual meaning of words Analysis of main idea Phrases and clauses Objective summary Contextual Precise language, formal style Purpose and and phrases and details Misplaced and dangling modifiers meaning of words and phrases audience Revision and editing Explanation of Text structure and Simple, compound, complex, Point of view, perspective Use of technology organization Authors point of reasoning and compound-complex sentences Use Compare and contrast fictional Citation of resources Plagiarism and relevance of evidence of reference materials Figurative view and purpose portrayal to historical account paraphrasing Evidence from text to support Evaluate claims in text for Evaluation of language, nuances Academic and Grade level reading and analysis, reflection relevance speakers argument domain-specific vocabulary comprehension Evaluation of argument and claims in a text Analysis of topic by two or Presentation with L.7. 1,2,3,4,5,6 RL.7. 1, 2, 4, 6, 9, 10 Daily writing activities more authors pertinent facts and W.7. 1,4,5,6,8,9,10 Grade level reading and details comprehension Appropriate skills in RI.7. 1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9,10 presenting SL.7. 1,2,3,4,6 Informative/explanatory text with relevant content Textual evidence Topic, organization, transitions, and conclusion Central idea Precise language, formal style Purpose and Objective summary audience Revision and editing Analysis of interaction of Use of technology individuals, events, and ideas Short research project Relevant information Evaluation of claims in text for from multiple, credible resources Plagiarism relevance and paraphrasing Citation of resources Analysis of topic by two or Evidence from text to support analysis, more authors research RI.7. 1,2,3,8,9 Daily writing activities W.7. 2,4,5,6,7,8,9,10

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RL7.1 I can cite textual evidence. RL 7.2 I can state the central Cite several texts idea in a text Analyze theme I can provide a summary of the development over the text. course of the text. RL 7.3 I can analyze how Provide objective elements of a story interact summary FOCUS: RL7.4 I can determine the Analyze how elements Narrative meaning of words and phrases of a story interact Writing including figurative and Analyze the impact of Elements Of a Story connotative meanings and the rhyme and alliteration impact of rhymes and on a specific verse or alliteration. section of a story Contrasts the point of RL 7.6 I can analyze the view of different development of different characters or points of view narrators in a text. RL7.9 I can compare and contrast fictional and historical portrayal of a character

Discussion Written or oral response (see end of column for more suggestions) Discussion Suggested selections: Written or oral response Graphic After Twenty Years p. organizer Pre-write 391; He-y, Come on OuSuggested selections: Plot graphs Character maps Graphic t p. 199 Search My Access: organizers Merlin and the Junior High School, Poetic analysis Dragons p. 967 or Sir English, Written or oral response Creative Gawain and the Loathly Narrative writing Lady p. 978 A Special Day Quiz Three Skeleton Key p. Changes in a Discussion 160 Friendship Conflict in Written or oral response Graphic Sarah Cynthia Sylvia School Feeling Like an organizers Fishbowl Stout Would Not Take Outsider Quiz the Garbage Out, p. Discussion 692; The Village Written or oral response Venn Blacksmith p. 654 diagram What are Theme and Discussion Point of View? p. 340 Written or oral response

Elements of Literature

Evidence Inference Analysis Theme Central Idea Summary Story elements Plot, character, setting, Conflict, climax, mood Analysis Denotative/connot ative Figurative language Poetic devices Alliteration, metaphor, simile, rhyme, rhythm, onomatopoeia, assonance

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RI 7.1 I can cite textual evidence to support analysis of Contrast fictional the text and historical RI 7.2 I can accounts of same determine two or event more central ideas in Cite several pieces a text and provide an of textual evidence objective summary Cite two or more RI 7.3 I can analyze central ideas the interactions Provide objective How Can You Interpret Point of between individuals, summary events , and ideas in Analyze View? p.488 a text. War of the Wall interactions RI 7.4 I can p.282; Long between determine the individuals, events, Walls to Freedom, p.248 meaning of words and ideas and phrases as they Analyze the Canines to the are used In a text. Rescue p.548 impact of a RI 7.5 I can analyze specific word Exile Eyes p.570 text structure and Hippodrome choice on meaning and development. p.102 RI 7.7 I can compare tone. Hippodrome p. and contrast a text to Analyze how the 102 major sections an audio, video, or multimedia version of contribute to the whole the same text Compare and W 7.3 I can write contrast narrative text using rather than descriptive details integrate and well-structured information from event sequences. I can use dialogue, pacing, and

Formative/Performance

Discussion Written or oral response Graphic organizer Pre-write Plot graphs Character maps Graphic organizers Poetic analysis Written or oral response Creative writing Quiz Written or oral response Graphic organizers Quiz Discussion Written or oral response Graphic organizer Presentations

Point of view Perspective Analysis Compare/contrast Historical fiction Compare/contrast Fiction/nonfiction Evidence Inference Analysis Theme Central idea Summary Story elements Plot, characters, setting, climax, conflict Analysis Denotative/connot ative Figurative language Poetic devices Alliteration, metaphor, simile, rhyme, rhythm,

Quarter Standards/I Can 1 Statements

descriptions to develop experience event, and characters. I can use transitions to convey sequence and signal shifts, I can use precise words, phrases, and sensory language. W 7.4 I can produce clear and coherent writing appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. W 7.9 I can draw evidence from texts to support analysis, reflection, and research. I can compare and contrast a fictional and historical portrayal of a time, place, or character and assess the evidence. W7.10 I can routinely write over shorter and extended time frames. SL 7.1 I can engage in

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different media Introduce point of view Capture the action of an experience Provide a conclusion that reflects on the experience or event Grade specific expectations for writing defined in standard 1-3 Compareand contrast a portrayal of a time, place, or character and a historical account of the same period to understand how authors use or alter history Grade 7 topics Track progress toward specific goals and deadlines

Amigo Brothers p.16 from On the Banks or Plum Tree p.2367 Elizabeth I p. 508 and a video about her from Long Walk to Freedomp. 526anda video on Nelson Mandela Seventh Grade p. 260

onomatopoeia, assonance Poetic form Sonnet, Discussions soliloquy, haiku, Peer review Think-pair-share Rubrics limerick, ballad, ode Graphic organizers Analysis Discussions Analysis Peer review Think-pair-share Compare/contrast Media, Rubrics medium Graphic organizers Narrative Point of view Discussion Sequence Dialogue Written and oral response Venn Pacing Transitions Shifts diagram Conclusion Graphic organizers Purpose Audience Coherent writing Discipline-specific task

collaborative discussions by reading the required materials, following rules for

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discussions, and define individual roles a needed. I can pose questions, respond to others questions, and acknowledge new information. SL 7.2 I can analyze the main ideas and supporting details in diverse media and formats. SL 7.3 I can analyze a speakers argument and claims to evaluate soundness of reasoning and relevance of the evidence. L 7.1 I can demonstrate a command of the conventions of standard English when speaking or writing I can explain the function of phrases and clauses and correct misplaced dangling modifiers. L 7.2 I can use conventions of standard English when

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Pose questions that elicit elaboration and respond to others questions and comments Acknowledge new information and modify their own views Analyze the main ideas and supporting details Evaluate the soundness of the reasoning and the relevance and sufficiency of the evidence Explain the function of phrases and clauses within a sentence Identify dangling modifiers Use commas to separate coordinate adjectives Express ideas precisely

Unit One; Collection One Tribute to the Dog p. 554 Song of the Trees p. 44 Elizabeth I p. 508 and a video about her from Long Walk to Freedom p. 526 and a video on Nelson Mandela Rikki-tikki-tavi p.140

Daily journals Reading responses Exit cards Research projects Think-pair-share Discussions Socratic seminar Fishbowl Small groups Discussions Written and oral response Graphic organizers Venn diagram Rubrics Discussion Written and oral response Graphic organizer Sentence combining

Reflection Audience Collaborative Reflect Discussion Observe Question Analyze Main ideas Supporting details Media formats Argument Claim Counter claims Evaluate Analyze Conventions Phrases Clauses

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speaking and listening. I can spell correctly, I can use academic and domainspecific vocabulary and concisely Eliminate L 7.3 I can use knowledge of wordiness and redundancy precise language and its Grade 7 reading and content Writing Workshop: convention when writing, Grade-appropriate Greek or Persuasive Essay p. speaking, reading, or listening. 318 Latin affixes and roots L 7.4 I can determine the Consult general Elements of meaning of unknown words and Literary, biblical, and Language phrases by using context clues mythological allusions or references. Synonym/antonym /analogy L7.5 I can use figurative language (synonyms, antonyms, analogies, allusions), and connotations.

Formative/Performance
Written and oral responses Thinkpair-share Small groups Graphic organizers Discussions Written and oral response Discussions Written and oral response Rubrics Graphic organizer Small groups Written or oral responses Discussions Written and oral responses Graphic organizer Small group Dangling modifier Sentence structure Conventions Domainspecific vocabulary Academic vocabulary Conventions Wordiness Redundancy Context clues References Affixes Prefixes Suffixes Roots Figurative language Synonyms/antony ms Analogies Allusions Connotation/deno tation

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Standards/I Can Statements

RL7.1. I can cite textual evidence. RL 7.2 I can state the central idea in a text I can provide a summary of the text, RL 7.3 I can analyze how elements of a story interact RL7.4 I can determine the meaning of words and phrases including figurative and connotative meanings and the impact of rhymes and alliteration.

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Search My Access: Junior High School, English, Informative/Explanat ory Favorite Hobby If I Were President Important Inventions What Do You Desire Most?

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FOCUS:
Informative/ Explanatory Writing Poetry

Analyze how a dramas or poems form or Elements of structure contributes to Literature its meaning Unit 2: Compare and contrast a Collections 2, written story, drama,, or 3, 4 poem to a multimedia version

Discussion Written and oral response Graphic organizer Small groups Discussions Written and oral responses Graphic organizers

Analyze Soliloquy Sonnet Poetic form Compare/contrast Multimedia

RL 7.5 I can analyze poetic form and structure (soliloquy, sonnet) RL 7.7 I can compare and contrast a written story, drama, or poem to its media version RI 7.1 I can cite textual evidence to support analysis of the text RI 7.2 I can determine two or more central ideas in a test and provide an objective summary

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RI 7.3 I can analyze the Interaction between individuals, events and ideas in a text RI 7.4 I can determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used In a Analyze the structure an author text. uses to organize text and how the RI 7.5 I can analyze text structure and major sections contribute to the development. whole RI 7.6 I can determine and analyze an Analyze how two or more authors authors point of view. writing about the same topic RI 7.9 I can analyze the work of two or present key information to more authors on the same topic to see advance different interpretations of the same facts how they present key information to advance different interpretations of the Introduce a topic clearly; use transitions to create cohesion and same facts. clarify the relationship among W 7.2 I can write informative/ ideas and content. explanatory text to examine a topic Provide a conclusion statement or through analysis of relevant content. I can introduce a topic clearly, organize section that supports the ideas and information, use transitions and develop ideas while maintaining a formal style. W 7.4 I can produce clear and coherent

Discussion Written and oral responses Small groups Graphic organizer Peer review

Determine Analyze Structure Point of View

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appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. W 7.5 I can plan, revise, edit, and rewrite with some help from peers and adults. W 7.8 I can gather information from multiple sources, and quote or information or paraphrase information while explanation avoiding plagiarism. I can use a presented standard format for citation Focus on how well W7.10 I can routinely write over purpose and shorter and extended time frames audience have been SL 7.1 I can engage in collaborative addressed discussions by reading the required Use search terms effectively materials, following rules for discussions, and define individual Assess the accuracy of each source roles a needed, Follow a standard I can pose questions, respond to others questions, and acknowledge format for citation new information. SL 7.2 I can analyze the main ideas and supporting details in diverse media and formats, SL 7.3 I can analyze a speakers argument and

A Christmas Carol p. 772 Comparing Versions of a Text p.858

Rubrics Discussion Written and oral responses Small groups Graphic organizer Peer review Rubrics Peer review MyAccess Research projects Small groups Graphic organizers Rubrics

Analyze Compare/contrast Interpretations Informative/Explanatory text Examine Formatting Graphics Multimedia Transitions

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claims to evaluate soundness of

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Peer review Discussions Written and Revision Editing

focused, coherent manner reasoning and relevance of the Include multimedia components and evidence. SL 7.4 I can make a presentation visual displays to clarify claims and with pertinent facts and details. findings and emphasize salient SL 7.5 I can include multimedia points components and visual displays in Use grade7 Language standards 1-3 Use grade-appropriate general and presentations. SL 7.6 I can adapt my speech to a academic and domain-specific words variety of contexts and tasks when and phrases indicated. L 7.1 I can demonstrate a command of the conventions of standard English when speaking or writing I can explain the function of phrases and clauses and correct misplaced dangling modifiers. L 7.2 I can use conventions of standard English when speaking and listening. I can spell correctly, I can use academic and domainspecific

oral presentations Research projects Essays MLA/APA exercises Class presentations PowerPoints Research projects Essays PowerPoint Research project Essays Class presentation Small groups

Rewriting Audience Paraphrase Plagiarize Cite Quote Claims Salient point Description Pronunciation Claims Multimedia Salient point

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vocabulary L 7.3 I can use knowledge of precise language and its convention when writing, speaking, reading ,or listening. L 7.4 I can determine the meaning of unknown words and phrases by using context clues or references. L7.5 I can use figurative language (synonyms, antonyms, analogies, allusions), and connotations.

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Speech Context Adapt Formal English Academic and domain- specific words Phrases Vocabulary

Discussions Discussions Written and oral presentations Research project

L7.6 I can acquire and use academic and domain- specific words and phrases. I can gather vocabulary to aid comprehension or expression

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Quarter 3 Standards/I Can Statements
RL7.1 I can cite textual evidence. RL 7.2 I can state the central idea in a text I can provide a summary of the text, RL7.4 I can determine the meaning of words and phrases including figurative and connotative meanings and the impact of rhymes and alliteration RL 76 I can analyze the development of different points of view RI 7.1 I can cite textual evidence to support analysis of the text RI7.2 I can determine two or more central ideas in a test and provide an objective summary RI 7.3 I can analyze the interactions between individuals, events ,and ideas in a text. RI 7.8 I can evaluate arguments and claims in text. I can assess if the reasoning Is sound and supported. RI 7.9 I can analyze how two or more authors shape their

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FOCUS: Informative/ Explanatory Writing Research project

Assess whether the reasoning in a text is sound and evidence is relevant and sufficient to support the claims

Search My Access: Junior High School, English, Informative/Explanat ory An Individual Who Has Impacted History An Admirable Woman in History Visiting an Interesting Place

Rubric Discussion Written and oral response Graphic organizer

Evaluate Trace Argument Claim(s) Assess

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the same topic W 7.2 I can write informative/explanatory text to examine a topic through analysis of relevant content. I can introduce a topic clearly, organize ideas and information, use transitions and develop ideas while maintaining a formal style. W7.4 I can produce clear and coherent writing appropriate to task, purpose, and Link to and cite sources correctly audience. Draw on several sources and W 7.5 I can plan, revise, edit, and rewrite generate additional related, with help from peers and adults. focused questions for further W 7.6 I can use technology to produce research and investigation and publish writing, cite sources, and interact with others W 7.7 I can conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing from several sources. W 7.8 I can gather information from multiple sources, and quote or paraphrase information while avoiding plagiarism. I can use a standard format for citation

Academic Language

MyAccess Internet research Pen Pals Class presentation Publish Produce Internet research Class presentation Citation Interact Written and oral responses Research Sources Essays

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W 7.9 speakers argument and claims to evaluate soundness of reasoning and relevance of the evidence. SL 7.4 I can make a presentation with pertinent facts and details. SL 7.5 I can include multimedia components and visual displays in presentations. SL 7.6 I can adapt my speech to a variety of contexts and tasks when indicate. Use search terms L 7.1 I can demonstrate a command of the effectively conventions of standard English when speaking or Assess accuracy of writing each source I can explain the function of phrases and clauses and Follow standard form correct misplaced dangling modifiers. of citation L 7.2 I can use conventions of standard English when speaking and listening. I can spell correctly, I can use academic and domain- specific vocabulary L 7.3 I can use knowledge of precise language and its convention when writing, speaking, reading or listening. L 7.4 I can determine the meaning of unknown words and phrases by using

Formative/Performance Language

MyAccess Written assignments Essays Research project MyAccess

Investigation Paraphrase Plagiarism Citation Search terms

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context clues or references. L7.5 I can use figurative language (synonyms, antonyms, analogies, allusions), and connotations. L 7.6 I can acquire and use academic and domain-specific words and phrases. I can gather vocabulary to aid comprehension or expression

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RL7.1 I can cite textual evidence. RL 7.2 I can state the central idea in a text I can provide a summary of the text, RL7.4 I can determine the meaning of words and phrases including figurative and connotative meanings and the impact of rhymes and alliteration. RL 7.6 I can analyze the development of different points of Read and comprehend FOCUS: Elements Argumentative view literature in the grades RL7.9 I can compare and contrast Writing 6-8 text complexity band Literture fictional and historical portrayal of a character RL 7.10 I can read and comprehend on-grade literature with scaffolding as needed. RI 7.1 I can cite textual evidence to support analysis of the text RI 7.2 I can determine two or more central ideas in a test and provide an objective summary RI 7.3 I can analyze the interactions

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Search Junior High School, English, Argumentative Animal Testing Healthier Food Options in School iPods and MP3 Players in School Recycling

Written and oral response Discussion Small groups

Comprehend Literary fiction Complexity Scaffolding Comprehend Literary non- fiction Complexity Scaffolding Claims Reasons Evidence Claims Phrases Clauses Cohesion

between individuals, events , and ideas in a text,

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RI 7.4 I can determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used In a text. RI 7.5 I can analyze text structure and development. RI 7.6 I can determine and analyze an authors point of view. RI 7.8 I can evaluate arguments and claims in text. I can assess if the reasoning Is sound and supported. RI 7.9 I can analyze how two or more authors shape their presentations on the same topic. RI 7.10 I can read and comprehend on-grade literary nonfiction with scaffolding as needed W 7.1 I can write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence I can acknowledge alternate claims. I can use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion while maintaining a formal style. I can create a conclusion that supports the arguments presented W7.4 I can produce clear and coherent writing appropriate to

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Exit cards Written and oral response Discussion Small groups Exit cards Written and oral response Discussions Small groups Peer review MyAccess Graphic organizer Other activities:
Using Writing to Improve Reading Activities That Provide Opportunities for Writing MUG Shot (Mechanics, Usage, Grammar) DOL Controversial Topics and Response Play SongIntro/Warm- upWrite the meaning of the lyrics Field Trip/Events

Formal style Conclusion Argument

Strategies for Responding to a Text Journalingtell me what you learned Name the chapters with names that reflect the chapter Connect to characters like/dislike them, etc. Analyze/Evaluate questions Graphic organizer/white boards RAFTS Role, audience, format, topic, strong verb Data-base writing: 1. Read once through, 2. List date, key points, main ideas, 3. Summarize, 4. Apply Table text respond to questions and answers in text format on group paper Partner read journals and respond. Think/write/pair

task, purpose, and audience. W 7.5

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I can plan, revise, edit, and rewrite with help from peers and adults. W 7.6 I can use technology to produce and publish writing, cite sources, and interact with others. Read and comprehend W 7.8 I can gather information from literary nonfiction in the multiple sources, and quote or grades 6-8 text complexity paraphrase information while band Introduce claim(s), avoiding plagiarism. acknowledge alternate or I can use a standard format opposing claims using for citation accurate, credible W 7.9 I can draw evidence from texts to support analysis, sources Use words, phrases and reflection, and research. clauses to create I can compare and contrast a cohesion and clarify the fictional and historical relationships among portrayal of a time, place, or claims, reasons, and character and assess the evidence evidence. W7.10 I can routinely write over shorter and extended time frames. SL 7.1 I can engage in collaborative discussions by reading the required materials, following rules for

Authentic experiences Service learning Class book share talk to partner Picture books T chart (dialog journal with National Geographic gallery greater complexity) Newspaper/opinion page (voice) meaningful passage/respond Family histories/troops Picture/music starters (expand, explain in context Read a quote and respond Read a narrative analyze/interrup t, bring it and respond back to passage. Write a paragraph in a circle Opinion papers in Answer questions use response to a text complete sentences in all Timed writing on a topic with assessment areas. Project-based research MyAccess Reciprocal teaching (predict, Letter writing/pen pals www.nanowrimo.org/ question, clarify, summarize) Poetry Cornell notes. Illustrations Serial writing compare to pop culture Choose your own adventure Debate Group writing magazines Sentence frames: what if... Techniques for Note-Taking from a Text how... why... Socratic Seminar Graffiti talk Fish bowl Poetry/art projects Cornell notesbullets 2-column notes (Text Selection/Their Response) Graphic organizers: with text Stop and write during key compare/contrast, main idea/details, etc points White boards for Guided readingexplicit note taking individual responses paragraph by paragraph with scaffolding. (numbered heads, row Focus on inference, purpose, etc. responses) Admit/Exit cards Stickies: attention to plot structure, Numbered Heads Together visualizing, summaries, comment, clarify, aesthetics, figurative language, questions,

discussions, and define individual roles a needed, I can pose questions, respond to others questions, and acknowledge new information. SL 7.2 I can analyze the main ideas

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and supporting details in diverse media and formats, SL 7.3 I can analyze a speakers argument and claims to evaluate soundness of reasoning and relevance of the evidence SL 7.4 I can make a presentation with pertinent facts and details. SL 7.6 I can adapt my speech to a variety of contexts and tasks when indicate tasks when indicate. L 7.1 I can demonstrate a command of the conventions of standard English when speaking or writing I can explain the function of phrases and clauses and correct misplaced dangling modifiers. L 7.2 I can use conventions of standard English when

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confusions connections to text Modeling an outline of a text Table talk Notes templateusing bullets and clues 5 Ws and HWho, what, where, when, why, and how Techniques for Teaching Summarizing Make a chart with these headings: somebody, wanted, but, so Teaching key concepts Cornell notes Collaborative summaries individually, students read an article and write the four main points. They negotiate with a partner until they agree on the same four points. Those partners negotiate with another partnership until they agree on the same four points. Each student then writes a summary alone. Teach how to reduce information, delete redundancy. Find main ideas, help decide whats important First/then/finally sentence stems and paragraph frames Who, 1-2 details, 5 Ws and H Details in chronological order Cause/effect Twit-a-Ture: summarizing in 40 characters or less Facebook responses to each character RAPRead passage, Ask the

speaking and listening. I can spell correctly, I can use academic and domain- specific vocabulary L 7.3 I can use knowledge of precise language and its convention when writing, speaking, reading or listening. L 7.4 I can determine the meaning of unknown words and phrases by

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using context clues or references. L7.5 I can use figurative language (synonyms, antonyms, analogies, allusions), and connotations. L 7.6 I can acquire and use academic and domain-specific words and phrases. I can gather vocabulary to aid comprehension or expression

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