1. 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:
S O A R
S Q U I N T
Once you are logged on, go to:
Interactive Reading.

2. Write your name in the upper right-hand corner.
Label it “Interactive Reading Summary Statements:”
Write the following on the paper (skip lines):
Page 1:
Page 2:
Page 3:
Page 4:
Page 5:
Page 6:
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Take out your last set of summary statements.

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

4. 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
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Use the summary statements to write your summary. Literally, type the summary statements into a paragraph.

7. Agenda
Time
(min.’s)
Unit: Belonging
Essential Question: Where do I fit in? 10
Interactive Reading (New… Complete summary statements) 5
Vocabulary (soar, squint) 15
Read Aloud Trino’s Choice (chapter 6) (Comparing and Contrasting)
Classroom Conversation
Whole Group (Analyzing Character and Plot Development) 35
Work Time (2.7 Analyzing Character Development: Trino)
Wrap-Up

8. 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 _____________________.

9. 2.7
Soar: to rise or build up to a higher level
The eerie looking clown balloon made its way
down the street and then ______________
Squint: looked at something with eyes partly closed
There were many false accusations that the clown had _____________________.

10. Soar: to rise or build up to a higher level
Mr. Kern tried to soar above the airplane, but _______________.
Squint: look at something with eyes partly closed
Bugs Bunny squinted at Yosemite Sam before he said, “_____________________.”

11. Chapter 5 Review Questions
1. What kind of life did Emilce Montoya lead before he wrote poetry?

12. Chapter 6: Trino’s Choice
2. What gift did Montoya give Lisana?
3. What did Trino learn about the group of boys?
4. What did Trino think of his conversation with Montoya? What did he think about Montoya?

13. Chapter 6: Trino’s Choice
5. Choose one of the Conversation Starter questions:

14. Work Time:
Students will be working independently on the following:
2.7 Analyze Character Development: Trino
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.

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

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