1. Integrate
Two Texts
RI.9 I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.

2. Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.

3. Prior Knowledge
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
You already know how to refer to the text to answer a specific question.
The cheetah is a large feline that lives mostly in Africa and parts of Iran. The cheetah can run faster than any other land animal. It can run up to 112 miles per hour. One of it’s closest relatives is the puma. It hunts prey that runs quickly, such as the antelope and hares.
Since you can refer to one piece of text to answer a question, you are now ready to use two pieces of text to gather information to answer a specific question.
What animal is one of the cheetah’s closest relatives?
One of the cheetah’s closest relatives is ______ because the text states ______. T:
Is the cheetah the fastest land animal?
Yes, cheetahs are the fastest land animal because the text states ________ . S:

4. Two texts can provide ___________________ .
Concept
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Two texts: can provide similar information that when combined will make your writing more meaningful.
Because the Chumash Indians lived on the Pacific coast, they ate fish, shellfish, whales, and sea birds.
The Chumash Indians ate fish, shellfish, whales and sea birds.
The Chumash Indians lived on the Pacific coast.
Two texts can provide ___________________ .

5. Concept
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Paraphrase: restating information in your own words
* When restating information from a text, you need to put it in your own words
* If you are going to exactly state information from a text, it should be in quotation marks and the source should be cited in the bibliography
Many of the Chumash Indians lived along the Pacific Coast. They would need to eat foods that they could easily catch. Therefore, they ate a lot of fish, shellfish, whales, and sea birds.
Because the Chumash Indians lived on the Pacific coast, they ate fish, shellfish, whales, and sea birds.
paraphrased
This is an example of text that has been paraphrased because __________.

6. Integrate: to bring together or combine information in your own words
Concept
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Integrate: to bring together or combine information in your own words
Writing Prompt: What causes a tornado?
Tornadoes usually start during a major thunderstorm. When the temperature is very warm in the lower atmosphere and very cold in the upper atmosphere, tornadoes can begin to form. As a result, the differences in temperature cause air to move up and down within the atmosphere. This movement of air up and down is what causes tornadoes to begin.
Tornadoes
Tornadoes
Tornadoes destroy everything in their path. Tornadoes usually begin when temperature is unusually warm in the lower atmosphere and unusually cold in the upper atmosphere.
Some states receive tornadoes more than others. Tornadoes usually form within a violent thunderstorm. Tornadoes are the result of the air moving up and down due to the temperature differences in the upper and lower atmospheres.
This is an example of integrated text because ____________________.

7. Concept
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Integrated text: means to combine or bring together information
* uses transition words to combine thoughts and ideas
* only use information that is needed to answer the writing prompt
* combine information that is similar
* paraphrase the text
Writing Prompt: Write a paragraph describing what causes a tsunami.
Tsunamis
Tsunamis
Some causes of tsunamis can be earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions can cause sudden movements on the ocean floor. As a result, the tectonic plates of earth can begin to slide. Furthermore, a plate of the earth’s floor can slide beneath another plate. This can cause one of the plates to sink far into the Earth’s mantle. Ultimately, this can result in a huge wave, that we now call a tsunami.
A tsunami is a large wave. Tsunamis are caused by earthquakes. Earthquakes cause abrupt movement on the ocean floor. When one plate slides beneath another on the ocean floor, it can sink deep into the Earth’s mantle causing a large wave.
Tsunamis can destroy everything in it’s path. Tsunamis can be caused by volcanic eruptions, which causes movement in the earth. When the earth moves it can cause tectonic plates to slide.
This is an example of text that has been properly integrated because _____________ .

8. Concept
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Integrated text: means to combine or bring together information
* uses transition words to combine thoughts and ideas
* only use information that is needed to answer the writing prompt
* combine information that is similar
* paraphrase the text
Writing Prompt: Write a paragraph describing what causes a tsunami.
Tsunamis
Tsunamis
Tsunamis are caused by earthquakes. Earthquakes cause abrupt movement on the ocean floor. When one plate slides beneath another on the ocean floor, it can sink deep into the Earth’s mantle causing a large wave. Tsunamis can be caused by volcanic eruptions, which causes movement in the earth. When the earth moves it can cause tectonic plates to slide.
A tsunami is a large wave. Tsunamis are caused by earthquakes. Earthquakes cause abrupt movement on the ocean floor. When one plate slides beneath another on the ocean floor, it can sink deep into the Earth’s mantle causing a large wave.
Tsunamis can destroy everything in it’s path. Tsunamis can be caused by volcanic eruptions, which causes movement in the earth. When the earth moves it can cause tectonic plates to slide.
This is an example of text that has NOT been properly integrated because _____________ .

9. Concept
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Integrated text: means to combine or bring together information
* uses transition words to combine thoughts and ideas
* only use information that is needed to answer the writing prompt
* combine information that is similar
* paraphrase the text
Writing Prompt: Write a summary paragraph describing volcanoes.
An opening in Earth’s crust is called a volcano. They can be caused by different things. Sometimes they happen as a result of an earthquake. When a volcano erupts, it shoots out hot ashes and melted rock, called magma. Furthermore, magma begins to cool once it touches Earth’s surface. Once it lowers in temperature, it becomes hard. Consequently, it is then known as igneous rock.
Volcano
Volcano
A volcano is an opening in Earth’s crust. When it erupts it spews magma. Melted rock above the surface is called magma. Deep beneath the earth’s surface it is very hot. However, as magma rises to the Earth’s surface, it cools and becomes hard.
Volcanoes are sometimes caused by earthquakes. Through their hole in the ground they spew hot ashes and melted rock. Because magma that has spewed becomes hard, it becomes known as an igneous rock.
This is an example of properly integrated text because _________ .

10. Concept
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Integrated text: means to combine or bring together information
* uses transition words to combine thoughts and ideas
* only use information that is needed to answer the writing prompt
* combine information that is similar
* paraphrase the text
Writing Prompt: Write a summary paragraph describing volcanoes.
Volcanoes are sometimes caused by earthquakes. Hard magma is known as igneous rock. When it’s magma cools it becomes hard. Through their hole in the ground they spew hot ashes and melted rock. Deep beneath the earth’s surface it is very hot.
Volcano
Volcano
A volcano is an opening in Earth’s crust. When it erupts it spews magma. Melted rock above the surface is called magma. Deep beneath the earth’s surface it is very hot. However, as magma rises to the Earth’s surface, it cools and becomes hard.
Volcanoes are sometimes caused by earthquakes. Through their hole in the ground they spew hot ashes and melted rock. Because magma that has spewed becomes hard, it becomes known as an igneous rock.
This is an NOT an example of integrating text properly because _________ .

11. Concept
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Writing prompt: Write a paragraph describing what causes a hurricane.
hurricane
hurricane
Which paragraph shows the text integrated properly? A.
In the summer and fall, hurricanes are more likely to happen. They can form due to intense low pressure areas in the atmosphere. They actually start as many storms put together in the tropics. Specifically, the storm begins with water vapor that has been evaporated by the ocean. Furthermore, water vapor is what keeps the hurricane storm going. This is because the water vapor releases heat when it condenses. Consequently, When heat forms due to condensation, this can result in atmospheric pressure and winds.
A hurricane is sometimes referred to as a typhoon.
Hurricanes are caused by intense low pressure areas in the summer and fall. Water vapor is the fuel for the hurricane because it releases heat when it condenses.
A hurricane is a large wind storm. They start over the oceans as a collection of storms in the tropics. The source of energy is water vapor, which is evaporated from the ocean’s surface. Heat from condensation can build up causing pressure and winds to form. B.
Hurricanes are caused by intense low pressure areas in the summer and fall. Water vapor is the fuel for the hurricane because it releases heat when it condenses. They start over the oceans as a collection of storms in the tropics. The source of energy is water vapor, which is evaporated from the ocean’s surface. Heat from condensation can build up causing pressure and winds to form.
I know choice ______ is an example of text that has been integrated properly because _________ .

12. Choice _______ is most relevant to me because ______ .
Relevance
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
If I can integrate text properly in writing, I will be able to use more sources in my research and include more information in my writing.
I will be able to present my ideas in writing in a way that flows and is easy to understand.
Student Choice
Choice _______ is most relevant to me because ______ .

13. Skill – I Do
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Writing Prompt: Write a paragraph describing what causes an earthquake.
Steps:
Read the writing prompt.
Highlight the information in the texts that answers the prompt
Integrate texts by keeping similar information together, and put it in your own words
Include transition words to make reading flow smoothly
Earthquake
Earthquake
Deep within Earth, layers of rock put pressure on the upper levels of Earth. Over time, this pressure can become greater and greater. Furthermore, this pressure can cause movement within the crust on Earth’s surface. However, the movement can occur so slowly, that you can’t even see it. Eventually, an earthquake can occur if the pressure becomes so strong that it causes Earth’s crust to move rapidly.
Every year earthquakes cause damage all over the world. Earth’s crust is always changing. Under the Earth’s surface, pushing or pressure can build up over a very long time. If the pressure becomes too strong, the earth will move too quickly, causing an earthquake.
Earthquakes are devastating! An earthquake is a shaking of the earth. Below the Earth’s surface, layers of rock deep down push up against the upper levels. This pushing causes the crust on the surface to move so slowly that it can’t be seen.
The steps to integrating two texts are ______ .

14. Skill – We Do
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Writing Prompt: Write a paragraph describing what causes an avalanche.
Steps:
Read the writing prompt.
Highlight the information in the texts that answers the prompt
Integrate texts by keeping similar information together, and put it in your own words
Include transition words to make reading flow smoothly
Avalanche
Avalanche
Avalanches happen when _______________ . For example, _____________________ .
Furthermore, avalanches can be causes by ______________ . However, sometimes avalanches are caused by ______________________.
An avalanche is fast falling snow. Sometimes avalanches fall due mainly to gravity. Things that cause the snow to increase in weight are skiers, snowmobilers, or animals that are on top of it. However, sometimes it’s because rain has weakened the snow pack.
An avalanche is fast falling snow. Sometimes avalanches fall due mainly to gravity. Things that cause the snow to increase in weight are skiers, snowmobilers, or animals that are on top of it. However, sometimes it’s because rain has weakened the snow pack.
Avalanches can be very dangerous! Avalanches happen when the weight of the snow exceeds it’s strength to hold it up. Sometimes earthquakes or movements within earth also cause avalanches.
Avalanches can be very dangerous! Avalanches happen when the weight of the snow exceeds it’s strength to hold it up. Sometimes earthquakes or movements within earth also cause avalanches.
Let students highlight their paper for important information before putting in the passages with color.
The steps we took to integrate two texts were ______ .

15. Skill – You Do
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Writing Prompt: Write a paragraph describing what causes a landslide.
Steps:
Read the writing prompt.
Highlight the information in the texts that answers the prompt
Integrate texts by keeping similar information together, and put it in your own words
Include transition words to make reading flow smoothly
Landslides
Landslides
Natural Disasters, such as earthquakes and volcanoes are devastating enough. However, they can cause further damage by causing landslides. In addition, when rain, melting snow or fires occur, this can also lead to landslides.
For example, these natural disasters cause the soil and rook to loosen. Once they’re loose, they’re more prone to turn into a landslide. Furthermore, rocks can fall very quick if the hill has a steep incline.
A landslide is when loose rock and soil move suddenly down a hill. Natural disasters can causes a landslide, such as a volcano. Soil and rock can become loose and slide downhill. Other causes for landslides are rain and melting snow.
A landslide is when loose rock and soil move suddenly down a hill. Natural disasters can causes a landslide, such as a volcano. Soil and rock can become loose and slide downhill. Other causes for landslides are rain and melting snow.
Mudslides and rockslides are kinds of landslides. Natural disasters can cause landslides, such as an earthquake. When rock begins to fall downhill, the steeper the hill, the faster the soil and rock slide down. Landslides can also be caused by fires.
Mudslides and rockslides are kinds of landslides. Natural disasters can cause landslides, such as an earthquake. When rock begins to fall downhill, the steeper the hill, the faster the soil and rock slide down. Landslides can also be caused by fires.
Let students do on their own writing before showing the sample.
The steps I took to integrate two texts were ______ .

16. Today I learned _________ .
Closure
Objective: I will integrate information from two texts on the same topic.
Integrate: to bring together or combine information
Two texts: can provide similar information that when combined will make your writing more meaningful.
Integrated text: means to combine or bring together information
* uses transition words to combine thoughts and ideas
* only use information that is needed to answer the writing prompt
* Combine information that is similar
Steps:
Read the writing prompt.
Highlight the information in the texts that answers the prompt
Integrate texts by keeping similar information together, and put it in your own words
Include transition words to make reading flow smoothly
Today I learned _________ .

17. _________________________________________________ .
Avalanches happen when ________________________________________________ . For example,______________
_________________________________________________ .
Furthermore, avalanches can be causes by ___________________________________________ . However, sometimes avalanches are caused by _________________________________________________.
Avalanche
Avalanche
Avalanches can be very dangerous! Avalanches happen when the weight of the snow exceeds it’s strength to hold it up. Sometimes earthquakes or movements within earth also cause avalanches.
An avalanche is fast falling snow. Sometimes avalanches fall due mainly to gravity. Things that cause the snow to increase in weight are skiers, snowmobilers, or animals that are on top of it. However, sometimes it’s because rain has weakened the snow pack.
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18. Landslides Landslides
A landslide is when loose rock and soil move suddenly down a hill. Natural disasters can causes a landslide, such as a volcano. Soil and rock can become loose and slide downhill. Other causes for landslides are rain and melting snow.
A landslide is when loose rock and soil move suddenly down a hill. Natural disasters can causes a landslide, such as a volcano. Soil and rock can become loose and slide downhill. Other causes for landslides are rain and melting snow.
Mudslides and rockslides are kinds of landslides. Natural disasters can cause landslides, such as an earthquake. When rock begins to fall downhill, the steeper the hill, the faster the soil and rock slide down. Landslides can also be caused by fires.
Mudslides and rockslides are kinds of landslides. Natural disasters can cause landslides, such as an earthquake. When rock begins to fall downhill, the steeper the hill, the faster the soil and rock slide down. Landslides can also be caused by fires.
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