1. Historical fiction unit begins this week.
Instruction will cover elements of historical fiction. Students will be assigned or given a choice for the required
novel in this unit. Vocabulary will be introduced for all of the novels. Comprehension, predictions, reactions, and discussion
will occur. Due dates for specific assignments will be announced.
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2. AR tests and work for the HOOT unit are due no later than January 8.
3. Please note the prompts for extended responses due January 12, 20 and 27.
The student will select a different prompt for each response: a) Compare and contrast the main character to yourself or to someone you know well. Cite the similarities and differences. ; b) With great detail, describe the setting of the story in the sections you read through the week.; c) Describe a main problem of any character you rad about through the week. How does the character proceed to solve the problem? How do you relate to the character? ( Submit neat work. Typed work is preferred. Proofread your work. Check spelling, grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and that you responded to the correct prompt.)
Refer to the rubric for extended responses.
Biography report for Black History Month due: Feb. 6-20. You may use the book for extended responses. You may also use our required novel for extended responses through January and February.
Students will be listening to teacher read Where the Red Fern Grows and will read in class during SSR. \
Due Jan. 16: Create a chore chart. Select an item(s) you would want to purchase. Create a chore chart showing the tasks and jobs you would do, how much you would earn, and how long it would take to gather the money for the desired object. Compare and contrast your strategy with Billy Coleman in the novel WTRFG.
Ongoing: Research coonhound dogs. What are their characteristics? Share in class.
