12-15-2009

Previous Next = December 15, 2009 =

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= __Essential Question__: What Makes Us Wise? =

Students will learn:

 * ===expository writing.===
 * ===key vocabulary.===
 * ===how to use summary sentences to monitor understanding.===

**Homework:**
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 * Make word webs for your vocabulary on page 130 (All 8 are due Friday).

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. Unit 2, Cluster 3
 * [|Learn]

2. Phonics Practice

3. The Drug that Pretends It Isn't
 * Read the 1st paragraph.
 * Continue reading tomorrow.
 * Summarize each paragraph on a sticky note--affix to the article.

4. Chart learning progress on Expository Formative Assessment
 * Explain the process.
 * Show results.
 * Explain "zero" grades must be made up in the Night Library on Wednesday.

5. Computer lab
 * With the help of online resources, like online dictionaries, write a new response to the prompt. Due before leaving class (on the back of your first response).