Week of October 21

I.Write objective in agenda II.Bell Ringer : Root Words: astro and aster Copy the following words and definitions. Asterisk : (n.)—A tiny star; used in printing to note something special ******* Asteroid : (adj.)--Like a star; resembling a star Astronomy : (n.)–Science of the heavenly bodies What does the root astro and aster mean? What other words come from the root astro or aster? III. Citing Evidence Recall evidence phrases from “Dream Giver” Watch “Dream Giver” IV.Imaginative Narrative Plan Begin Rough Draft Final Draft due Wednesday

I.Write objective in agenda : Do not touch anyone’s folder. I have replaced more folders this year than I have ever before. If folders continue to come up missing, I will make you carry your folders with you. Dictionary Skills: Need people to join team to compete in UIL event held in May. II.Bell Ringer : DooRiddle (copy the entire riddle on your paper) When you have me, The socks are the same; When you hold me, Watch out for my flame. What am I? DOL: Instead of ringing the phone made a sound like boots squishing thru mud. (2 mistakes) III. Imaginative Narrative Use your planner to write your rough draft. Revise and Edit (read your story out loud to yourself; does it sound “right” to your ear? Make changes and be ready to write your final draft. Final Draft due TOMMORROW.

I.Write objective in agenda II.Bell Ringer : (3 Bell Ringers due today) DooRiddle (copy the entire riddle on your paper) My stream is one that, Conformers stay in; The hair of a lion, That’s not on his chin. What am I? DOL: To get alot of attention put on a carrot costume and walk around on a pair of expecially high stilts. (3 mistakes ) III. Imaginative Narrative Due at the end of class. Final draft on STAAR paper on top (please make sure your name is on the final draft. ) Rough draft in the middle. Planner on the bottom. Staple

Thursday and Friday Benchmark Testing Writing