DeKalb County Schools Lesson Plans for (8th grade ELA) – K. Lee
Monday
Unit Name: Perseverance (9 weeks) / Lesson Number: Week 3 Day 18/24/2015-8/28/2015
Key Standard(s) Addressed:
Reading: Literature
RL.8.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
RL.8.2. Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text
Reading: Informational
RI.8.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
RI.8.3. Analyze the interactions between individuals, events, and ideas in a text (e.g., how ideas influence individuals or events, or how individuals influence ideas or events).
Writing: Informative/Explanatory
W.8.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.
Writing: Narrative
W. 8.3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details and well-structured event sequences.
Language
Conventions of Standard English
L.8.1. Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
L.8.6. Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
Comprehension and Collaboration
SL.8.1. Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 7 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.
SL.8.2. Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how the ideas clarify a topic, text, or issue under study.
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas
SL.8.5. Include multimedia components and visual displays in presentations to clarify claims and findings and emphasize salient points.
Related Standard(s) Addressed:
RI.8.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text
Essential Question(s):
How is Perseverance portrayed in …? / Materials Needed:
Promethean Board, pencil, notebook paper & folders.
Overall Agenda with Time:
· Standards & Sponge Review: 5 min
· Review agenda items 5 min
· Composing. 35 min
· Reflection Activity: 5 min / Sponge/Activating Activity: Allotted Time 5 min Writing: List 5 ways people cope with physical injuries or disabilities. List 3 ways people deal with emotional pain.
Crafting: Allotted Time __5__min
Large group discussion based on student responses to journal.
Composing: Allotted Time _35___min
Vocabulary Activity: Definition of Perseverance all the boldfaced words in the short story.
Reflecting/Summarizing Activity: Allotted Time __5__min
Students will review terms and definitions.
Differentiation Strategy: Parallel and/or station teaching model. Promethean Board. Peer review, Group work. Read out loud, Visual PowerPoint presentation, Graphic Organizer / Homework: Students will ask a family member in their own to share a personal story of perseverance.
Tuesday
Unit Name: Perseverance (9 weeks) / Lesson Number: Week 3 Day 28/24/2015-8/28/2015
Related Standard(s) Addressed:
RI.8.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Essential Question(s):
How is Perseverance portrayed in …? / Materials Needed:
Promethean Board, pencil, notebook paper & folders.
Overall Agenda with Time:
· Standards & Sponge Review: 5 min
· Introduction and Review classroom Procedures: 5 min
· Discuss Classroom Management Plan and Syllabus: 35 min
· Create portfolio folders
· Reflecting Activity: 5 min / Sponge/Activating Activity: Allotted Time 5 min
Vocabulary Activity: Substitute a different word or phrase for each vocabulary word.
Crafting: Allotted Time __5__min
Discuss the standard(s) for the day and review the sponge.
Large group discussion based on student responses to journal.
Composing: Allotted Time _35___min
Students will read a selected short story and answer questions based on targeted passages.
Reflecting/Summarizing Activity: Allotted Time __5__min
Review questions and answers.
Differentiation Strategy: Parallel and/or station teaching model. Promethean Board. Peer review, Group work. Read out loud, Visual PowerPoint presentation, Graphic Organizer / Homework: Compose 10 interview questions for their favorite athlete or celebrity.
Wednesday
Unit Name: Perseverance (9 weeks) / Lesson Number: Week 3 Day 38/24/2015-8/28/2015
Related Standard(s) Addressed:
RI.8.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Essential Question(s):
How is Perseverance portrayed in …? / Materials Needed:
Promethean Board, pencil, notebook paper & folders.
Overall Agenda with Time:
· Standards & Sponge Review: 5 min
· Introduction and Review classroom Procedures: 5 min
· Discuss Classroom Management Plan and Syllabus: 35 min
· Create portfolio folders
· Reflecting Activity: 5 min / Sponge/Activating Activity: Allotted Time 5 min
Paragraph writing: Summarize what we read about in our short story.
Crafting: Allotted Time __5__min
Discuss the standard(s) for the day and review the sponge.
Large group discussion based on student responses to journal.
Composing: Allotted Time _35___min
Review definition of Perseverance.
Students will read a selected short story and answer questions based on targeted passages.
Reflecting/Summarizing Activity: Allotted Time __5__min
Students will share their findings to the class.
Differentiation Strategy: Parallel and/or station teaching model. Promethean Board. Peer review, Group work. Read out loud, Visual PowerPoint presentation, Graphic Organizer / Homework: Read for 25 min.
Thursday
Unit Name: Perseverance (9 weeks) / Lesson Number: Week 3 Day 48/24/2015-8/28/2015
Related Standard(s) Addressed:
RI.8.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Essential Question(s):
What examples can you cite to show how perseverance is portrayed in the story of Michelle Kwan? / Materials Needed:
Promethean Board, pencil, notebook paper & folders.
Overall Agenda with Time:
· Standards & Sponge Review: 5 min
· Introduction and Review classroom Procedures: 5 min
· Discuss Classroom Management Plan and Syllabus: 35 min
· Create portfolio folders
· Reflecting Activity: 5 min / Sponge/Activating Activity: Allotted Time 5 min
Paragraph writing: Think of your favorite athlete or entertainer. Then imagine due to an injury they can no longer perform. Describe the person and then explain what you would do?
Crafting: Allotted Time __5__min
Review agenda and introduce standards. Discuss the standard(s) for the day and review the sponge.
Large group discussion based on student responses to journal.
Composing: Allotted Time _35___min
Students will finish reading and answer questions based on targeted passages.
Reflecting/Summarizing Activity: Allotted Time __5__min
Students will briefly present their ideas on how the character or subject persevered.
Differentiation Strategy: Parallel and/or station teaching model. Promethean Board. Peer review, Group work. Read out loud, Visual PowerPoint presentation, Graphic Organizer / Homework: Read for 25 min.
Friday
Unit Name: Perseverance (9 weeks) / Lesson Number: Week 3 Day 58/24/2015-8/28/2015
Related Standard(s) Addressed:
RI.8.1. Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Essential Question(s):
How is Perseverance portrayed in …? / Materials Needed:
Promethean Board, pencil, notebook paper & folders.
Overall Agenda with Time:
· Standards & Sponge Review: 5 min
· Introduction and Review classroom Procedures: 5 min
· Discuss Classroom Management Plan and Syllabus: 35 min
· Create portfolio folders
· Reflecting Activity: 5 min / Sponge/Activating Activity: Allotted Time 5 min
BUZZ WORDS & Paragraph using 10 buzz words in a story of perseverance.
Crafting: Allotted Time __5__min
Discuss the standard(s) for the day and review the sponge.
Large group discussion based on student responses to sponge.
Composing: Allotted Time _35___min
Students will form groups and complete the Literary analysis of the stories.
Reflecting/Summarizing Activity: Allotted Time __5__min
Students will share responses to the class.
Differentiation Strategy: Parallel and/or station teaching model. Promethean Board. Peer review, Group work. Read out loud, Visual PowerPoint presentation, Graphic Organizer / Homework: None
HAVE A SAFE & PRODUCTIVE WEEKEND!!!