Mastering Latin and Greek roots related to writing and drawing: scrib/script (to write) and graph (to write or draw).
The introductory unit focusing on short vowels, consonant blends, and foundational fluency routines.
A highly scaffolded research project for ELL students reading at a 7th grade level, focusing on 4 book targets with visual supports and sentence frames.
A modified research project for 9th graders focusing on three core book club targets, introducing investigative skills and simplified MLA formatting.
A 45-minute "Book Tasting" style activity where students act as intelligence officers to investigate and evaluate potential novels through cover analysis, blurb reconnaissance, and first-page 'wiretaps'.
A research-based introduction to a diverse book club selection, teaching students to investigate author backgrounds, settings, and subject matter while mastering simplified MLA citations.
A focused independent practice session where students analyze short stories and fables to identify themes, summarize plots, and demonstrate comprehension using the RACE writing strategy.
This lesson breaks down the patterns behind -ance and -ence suffixes, helping students use root words and parts of speech to determine correct spellings.
A lesson focused on the final chapters of 'Wonder' by R.J. Palacio, exploring August's character transformation and the overarching themes of courage and kindness during the nature retreat and the end of the school year.
A lesson covering Part 7 (Miranda) and the beginning of Part 8 (August) of the novel Wonder, focusing on Miranda's internal conflict and the transition to the 6th grade nature retreat.
A lesson focused on analyzing how individual scenes and chapters contribute to the overall structure and development of a story's plot, setting, and theme.
A focused look at Part 5 of 'Wonder', exploring Justin's unique perspective, narrative voice, and his protective role within the Pullman family circle.
Mastering Latin roots related to doing and writing: fac/fic/fact (to make/do) and scrib/script (to write).
Mastering Latin roots related to leading and following: duc/duct (to lead) and sequ/secut (to follow).
Mastering Latin roots related to carrying and pulling: port (to carry) and tract (to pull).
Mastering Latin roots related to writing: graph (to write) and scrib/script (to write).
A comprehensive review of the five informational text structures using an architectural blueprint theme. Students learn to identify structures through signal words and graphic organizers.
Mastering Latin roots related to movement and force: port (to carry) and tract (to pull).
A comprehensive review of the five primary informational text structures: description, sequence, cause and effect, problem and solution, and compare and contrast. Students identify signal words, analyze short passages, and use graphic organizers to map text relationships.
A focused literacy lesson for 5th graders targeting short 'a' and short 'o' vowel sounds through a mystery-themed reading passage and assessment. Students will practice identifying these sounds in multisyllabic words while developing comprehension skills.
Mastering Latin roots related to communication and listening: dict (to say) and aud (to hear).
