Monday, March 12, 2018

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Objectives	RL.6.9 Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres (e.g., stories and poems; historical novels and fantasy stories) in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics.
Activities	March 12, 2018 Bellwork: Read "Why Do We Dream" article and answer question: Why did Mark dream about the bear in "Bearing Up? Mini-Lesson: Filling out the reading comprehension worksheet and Filling out the compare and contrast t-chart for Hatchet/"Bearing Up" Students will fill out the comprehension worksheet with their partners. Students will fill out the compare and contrast t-chart looking at how each text presents the theme Exit ticket: Answer the Prompt: Although the topic/theme of these passages is similar, how does the presentation differ?
Homework	Periods 1,2,5: No Homework  Period 4: No Homework
	Since half of the classes were unable to go to the Library, the makeup day is tentative. I will keep you informed. Remember period 1 to sign and turn in the Home Energy Action form if you want to support Rocky Top and save energy in your home. Do not forget to purchase a copy of Hatchet so your student can have a copy at home since the classroom copies stay in the classroom.