Language Arts for 6-1/LaBarbera/Nov.9-19,2009

Language Arts for 6-1/LaBarbera/Nov. 9-19,2009

1. In Class this week:

Study for Nov. 12 retake of Language Arts grammar test if your score on test #1 was below 72%.
Several students are in the school play Thursday morning. Make up the test on Friday.
Homework for Monday, Nov. 9-----Read the rubric. Study the elements for 6 ( Read across.) Study the elements for 5. (Read across the row. )

Up and Coming:
--Persuasive composition writing.
Be able to propose a position on an issue. Cite three distinct reasons. Back up your reasons with research, facts, statistics, and experiences. Be able to present a typed five paragraph persuasive composition. ( November -January.)
--Oral report--Given one minute and forty seconds, persuade your listeners to your point of view. Be prepared. ( How to use note cards correctly.) ( Nov.-December) We will cover public speaking topic in class.
--Prentice Hall/Pearson--Pilot Test --Nov. 17, 18, 19.
--Adventure story writing---Many students are ready to plan their adventure story. Work toward entering your story in the Oak Park School District 97 "Writing Celebration." ( Final drafts are due in early January. More information to follow.