12-2-2009

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= __Essential Question__: What Makes Us Wise? =

Students will learn:

 * ===how to ask questions while reading.===
 * ===the different types of evidence.===

**Homework:**
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 * Use the handout to write down your own examples of each type of evidence.

Reminders:
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 * ** Extra credit for students whose parents go to PIQE classes! **
 * ** Checking homework today: **
 * ** Mr. Devine will be in the Night Library every Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:30. **

__Agenda__

 * 1. Vocabulary Practice**
 * [|Unit 2, Cluster 2]


 * 2. Types of Evidence**
 * What are the different types of evidence?
 * Review group work from yesterday.
 * Generate examples of our own (homework)


 * 3. Reading "Be Water, My Friend" starting on page 110**
 * Read the background info.
 * Analyze the title, ask a question.
 * Show on the TV screen.
 * [|Bruce Lee Video]
 * Begin reading, ask questions while reading, then respond to questions on sticky notes


 * 4. Expository Writing** (ticket out the door?)
 * Review
 * What is expository writing?
 * What are the different parts of a paragraph?

Tomorrow: practice test with guidance (week 5 prompt)