1. Pick a science word and write the definition.
Bell work
Pick a science word and write the definition.
Chapter 6, Chapter 2, or glossary

2. Informational text Article: Mariana Trench
Reading!
Informational text
Article: Mariana Trench

3. DURING Reading - Strategies
1. Consciously think about what might be important.
2. Use the pictures.
3. Look at charts, maps, and illustrations.
When you find challenging words, use what you know about reading:
1. Use the pictures.
2. Think about what makes sense.
3. Make connections.
4. Use context clues.
5. When you don't understand, stop and reread.

4. 1st time: Read just to get the gist of the article
1st time: Read just to get the gist of the article. (No underlining, highlighting, etc.)
2nd time: Re-read the article and highlight any important information. Make marginal notes!
When finished, put your highlighter or pencil in the middle of your article.

5. On a separate piece of paper…. Answer these questions as a group
On a separate piece of paper….. Answer these questions as a group. Everyone's name should be on the paper. 1. Using context clues. What does the word plumbed mean? 2. Why do you think the bottom of the trench is called “Challenger Deep?” 3. In your own words, Describe in detail the creation of the Mariana trench If we could truly explore the depths of the Mariana Trench. What things could we learn from the environment in the Mariana Trench? 5. What does the word microscopic inhabitants mean?