8/26/14 Homeroom GO GET BREAKFAST BEFORE YOU COME IN THE CLASSROOM.  Put things you don’t need in your locker. GO GET BREAKFAST BEFORE YOU COME IN THE CLASSROOM.  Turn in any paperwork to the ELT homework box. Eat your breakfast and read quietly. Breakfast is over at 9:15! You will transition to your first connection. Second period = second connection. Third period = ELT. Please, write your new schedule in your AGENDA and keep it on you ALWAYS!

8/26/14 E.L.T Get a copy of “The Essential 55” book and: Warm Up: Read pages 4-6 (The rest of Rule 2) and write a question based on the reading to ask a partner. Work Session: Read through page 14. Play “2-4-6-8… Come on, brain! ELABORATE” Closing: In groups, write a summary of what you read today in YOUR AGENDA.

8/26/14 Language Arts Warm Up/Opening Session Warm Up: Turn in your homework to the correct box. Your homework packet was due yesterday! COMPUTER LAB DAY – Media Center Warm Up: What items can you add to your writing to enhance and elongate it?

8/26/14 Essential Question: How do authors use sensory language to create mood and describe settings? Standard: ELA.6.W3.d – Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to convey experiences and events.

8/26/14 Language Arts Work Session – Sensory Story Map Complete your sensory story map before using a computer. Show me your completed sheet. Log on to Essay Scorer and follow the steps on the worksheet you will receive. Begin to type your essay based on your responses on your sensory story map. Once you have typed your entire essay, then receive feedback. You only have 12 attempts, so don’t waste them!

8/25/14 Language Arts Closing Session List three ways that you can improve your writing. Write your response in your agenda as your T.O.D. Don’t forget! HOMEWORK: Add to your reading logs!

8/26/14 Closing Session Homework: “A World Below the Trees” worksheet – Due tomorrow! Add to your Reading Record Each entry needs parental initials!