1. Word Study: Compose a sentence for each new vocabulary word with the suffix - ance or -ence.
Word list: annoyance, convenience, defiance, diligence, dominance, elegance, patience, perseverance, radiance, tolerance.
Study the correct spelling, the definitions for this list AND last week's list with -ian and -or suffixes.The final test covers both lists.
Study the correct spelling, the definitions for this list AND last week's list with -ian and -or suffixes.The final test covers both lists.
The work is due Tuesday , April 20. The post test is April 20.
2. Writing Process: We are planning : a) a free verse poem...THE FINAL TYPED DRAFT OF THE FREE VERSE POEM IS DUE MONDAY, APRIL 26.
b) a fantasy or sci-fi story....THIS DRAFT IS IN PROGRESS. FINAL TYPED DRAFT DUE DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED.
c) oral reports. Due dates will be announced. We will work on the written drafts in class. Final drafts will be typed or in black ink on non-smudged lined paper. All written work is evaluated with a rubric.
b) a fantasy or sci-fi story....THIS DRAFT IS IN PROGRESS. FINAL TYPED DRAFT DUE DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED.
c) oral reports. Due dates will be announced. We will work on the written drafts in class. Final drafts will be typed or in black ink on non-smudged lined paper. All written work is evaluated with a rubric.
3. Literature Text---We are reading poetry, covering skills in the pilot text book, and will resume grammar lessons. A benchmarks test for units 4,5,6 will take place May 11 and May 12.
4. Oral reports---We will cover elements of voice, speaking to a large group, and presenting a short program in class ( tentative dates between May 3-May 20).
