1-14-2010

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= __Essential Question__: What Makes Us Wise? =

Students will:

 * ===learn key vocabulary.===
 * ===learn English sounds.===
 * ===learn to write expository essays.===

**Homework:**
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 * Write sentences for the 8 vocabulary words on page 108.
 * Identify the subject and object of each sentence.

Reminders:
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 * ** Checking homework today: **
 * ** Mr. Devine will be in the Night Library every Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:00. **

__Agenda__
At the beginning of class, project this page with the projector so students can spend the first 2-3 minutes copying the learning objectives and the homework while you take roll (see seating charts). Then begin the agenda.


 * 1. Vocabulary Practice**
 * I have printed out 4 copies--one for each period. Students copy the word and the definition in their notebook in pairs (Cornell Note style).


 * 2. Phonics Practice**
 * project page 51 of the Inside Phonics book. Have students write their answers in their notebooks. Go through the page with the students--half the page at a time. Please don't write on the book, instead, write on the white board.


 * 3. Review the parts of an expository essay.**
 * Please go through the different parts of the expository essay--see the poster on the white board.
 * Remind students of the 6 parts of an essay that they will need on their test today.


 * 4. Week 4 Expository Essay Test**
 * For this test, students will write a short introduction paragraph and a body paragraph.
 * Before passing out the test, show students the prompt with the overhead.
 * Read through and explain the prompt. Have students share their initial ideas about how to answer the prompt--it is okay to write them on the board (the good examples).
 * Give students about 5 to 10 minutes to use the dictionaries to help them get ready for the test.
 * Then, have students put away the dictionaries.
 * After all this, pass out the test and have students write their short essays.


 * 5. If time permits--begin homework.**