Warm-Up: Take a 1/4 sheet of paper. Open your computer and begin logging on. Log on to iLit. Copy the following words on your paper. Use the rules for breaking words apart to determine how to say the words: D I N G Y R E S E N T M E N T Once you are logged on, go to: Interactive Reading.

Summary Statement: We should ask our parents and grandparents about our ancestors to learn more about them.

Summary Statements: (Title of Interactive Reading Article) Page 1 Ancestors are the members of our family who came before us. Page 2 We should ask our parents and grandparents about our ancestors to learn more about them. Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Use the summary statements to write your summary. Literally, type the summary statements into a paragraph.

Agenda Time (min.’s) Unit: Belonging Essential Question: Where do I fit in? 10 Interactive Reading (New… Complete summary statements) 5 Vocabulary (threat, dingy, resentment) 15 Read Aloud Trino’s Choice (chapter 7) (summarizing text) Classroom Conversation Whole Group (Connecting Text to Outside Knowledge) 35 Work Time (2.8 Making Connections) Wrap-Up

2.1 Suspense: excitement about an upcoming event, especially in a book, movie or play When the arch enemy of the Masked Hornet (something he does), the audience was filled with suspense. Intense: to a strong degree or extent; deeply felt The moment that Batman told Superman, (something he says), was very intense. 2.2 Hassles: arguments, fights, trouble, or disagreements Mighty Mouse had many hassles when he tried to carry a ______________ through the airport. Gaze: A fixed, steady look When the princess tried to gaze at (the) ________ she lost her vision. 2.3 Gnaw: To bite off or chew on Mighty Mouse had to gnaw on the _________ to escape from the giant tarantula. Defiance: Refusal to obey The tarantula was frightened by Mighty Mouse’s defiance, so he _______________. 2.4 Gasps: Breaths that are drawn in, usually from pain or surprise Aquaman fought for gasps of air as he ______________. Glimpse: A quick look at something All the sheriff needed was one glimpse of _________ to know that _______________. 2.6 Eerie: Mysterious, strange, or creepy; Causing fear or uneasiness The eerie looking clown balloon made its way down the street and then ______________. Accusations: Claims that someone has done something wrong There were many false accusations that the clown had _____________________.

2.7 Soar: to rise or build up to a higher level Mr. Kern tried to soar above the airplane, but _______________. Squint: looked at something with eyes partly closed Bugs Bunny squinted at Yosemite Sam before he said, “_____________________.” 2.8 Threat: a warning of possible harm The grey clouds posed a threat of ______. Dingy: dirty, dark and dull looking Dingy life is a __________ life. Resentment: a feeling of displeasure or anger because of a belief that something is unfair Shrek felt little resentment for ________________ Donkey.

Threat: a warning of possible harm Dingy: dirty, dark and dull looking Dingy life is a __________ life. Resentment: a feeling of displeasure or anger because of a belief that something is unfair Shrek felt little resentment for ________________ Donkey.

Chapter 6 Review Questions What did Trino learn about the students at the poetry reading? What did the poet Emilce Montoya give to Trino? What did Trino do with the book?

2. Write a summary statement that explains Trino’s feelings for Nick. Chapter 7: Summarizing Text 1. Write a summary statement that explains Trino’s feelings for Garces. 2. Write a summary statement that explains Trino’s feelings for Nick. 3. Why does it seem like Trino might never have the ability to be happy with any man involved in the life of his mother? 4. Why does Trino say he still wouldn’t write a poem about his feelings?

Work Time: Students will be working independently on the following: 2.8 Making Connections 2) Work on the Interactive Reader assignment sent to them (in Assignments). 3) Go to the Library. Click My Level. Choose a book to begin reading.

Work Time: Students will be working in small groups with Mr. Kern: Silent Reading Comprehension Strategies

Wrap Up What does the title Flip the Switch have to do with making a choice?