1. Unit 2: Hiking Expeditions Reading for information and understanding Analyzing usefulness of text Reading non-fiction (biography) In-context vocabulary study Informational research Note-taking Compare and Contrast 1

2. Activating Background Knowledge Individual time to think about personal experiences related to hiking or being in the woods As a class, create a Circle Map of terms and phrases related to the topic As a class, use the terms and phrases from the Circle Map to create a WordleWordle 2

3. Circle Map Hiking 3

4. Vocabulary Appalachian Trail – mountainous area stretching from north Georgia to central Maine (crosses 14 states and 5 national parks) thru-hikers – people who walk the full distance in a continuous hike congregate – gather together or assemble bear boxes – lockers that keep food safe from larger animals strenuous – demanding and typically tiring labor hyponatremia – a condition in which you have difficulty using your muscles and may even experience some confusion; typically aided through rest, water and salty snacks trek – journey or hike ridge runners – volunteers who manage the upkeep of the trail and shelters blazes – markings along the trail to indicate borders excursion – expedition or journey cat hole – trail toilet (hole in the ground) that is at least 6 inches deep and 200 feet from the trail, campsite or water hole duff – layer of soil and mold just beneath the layer of leaves on the forest floor 4

5. Reading 1: North Mountain State Park Hiking Tips 5

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7. 1 Which sentence from the selection is irrelevant to hiker safety? Ο A. Determine what time the sun sets. Ο B. Do not approach animals in the wild, even if they seem friendly. Ο C. Make a copy of your itinerary to give to a family member or friend. Ο D. Staying on established trails also lowers the risk of trampling rare and endangered plants. 1 Which sentence from the selection is irrelevant to hiker safety? Ο A. Determine what time the sun sets. Ο B. Do not approach animals in the wild, even if they seem friendly. Ο C. Make a copy of your itinerary to give to a family member or friend. Ο D. Staying on established trails also lowers the risk of trampling rare and endangered plants. Analysis 08: Analyze usefulness of resources (Reading GLEs 2.3.2, 3.1.1) 7

8. 2 After reading this selection, which generalization can the reader make about Washington State parks? Ο A. They are operated with efficiency. Ο B. They provide search and rescue services. Ο C. They provide trail and wildlife restoration. Ο D. They are only accessible during summer months. 2 After reading this selection, which generalization can the reader make about Washington State parks? Ο A. They are operated with efficiency. Ο B. They provide search and rescue services. Ο C. They provide trail and wildlife restoration. Ο D. They are only accessible during summer months. Critical Thinking 11: Extend information beyond text, (make generalizations beyond the text to a broader idea or concept, or apply information to other texts and situations, and support the generalization with details from the text) (Reading GLEs 2.4.1, 2.4.5) 8

9. 3 According to the document, what could happen if hikers ignore what time the sun sets? Ο A. Hikers may need extra clothing. Ο B. Hikers may become lost in the dark. Ο C. Hikers may encounter wild animals. Ο D. Hikers may have difficulty finding supplies. 3 According to the document, what could happen if hikers ignore what time the sun sets? Ο A. Hikers may need extra clothing. Ο B. Hikers may become lost in the dark. Ο C. Hikers may encounter wild animals. Ο D. Hikers may have difficulty finding supplies. Analysis 07: Make connections (cause and effect) within a text (Reading GLE 2.3.1) 9

10. 5 Which statement is the most important conclusion the reader may draw about North Mountain State Park? Ο A. The park features a variety of different types of trails. Ο B. The park is committed to promoting safety. Ο C. The park has many visitors annually. Ο D. The parks employs many rangers. 5 Which statement is the most important conclusion the reader may draw about North Mountain State Park? Ο A. The park features a variety of different types of trails. Ο B. The park is committed to promoting safety. Ο C. The park has many visitors annually. Ο D. The parks employs many rangers. Critical Thinking 10: Evaluate reasoning and ideas/themes to draw conclusions and develop insights related to the text (Reading GLEs 2.4.1, 2.4.5) 10

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12. 1 A 1-point response provides another detail that supports the summarizing statement. Example: Bring a map of the area. Text-based details include, but are not limited to: A.Make a copy of your itinerary B.Bring a map of the area C.Determine what time the sun sets Grading for Graphic Organizer 12

13. C. Know what time the sun sets 1 1 13

14. B. Bring…a map 1 1 14

15. This response does not provide any text-based details from the selection that support the summarizing statement. 0 0 15

16. 4 Suppose you are responsible for collecting supplies for hikers to wear. Provide two details from the selection that are examples of appropriate supplies. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ ________________ Critical Thinking 11: Extend information beyond text, (make generalizations beyond the text to a broader idea or concept, or apply information to other texts and situations, and support the generalization with details from the text) (Reading GLEs 2.4.1, 2.4.5) 16

17. 2 A 2-point response provides two text-based examples of appropriate supplies. Example: A good pair of hiking boots can keep hikers safe, warm and comfortable. Be prepared for various weather conditions by packing a jacket. 1 A 1-point response provides one text-based example of appropriate supplies. Grading for Paragraph Response 17 Luckily for you, NYS-given exams do not mark off points for spelling, punctuation, or grammar mistakes unless your response is illegible. However, your teachers will. Make sure to proofread your work before you turn in your test.

18. Text-based details include, but are not limited to: A.Hiking boots / athletic shoes / footwear B.Sunglasses C.Extra clothing / hat / jacket D.Sunscreen E.(Wear) compass F.Bug repellent G.(Wear) whistle 18

19. 4 Suppose you are responsible for collecting supplies for hikers to wear. Provide two details from the selection that are examples of appropriate supplies. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ ________________ B. …sunglasses… D. …sunscreen… C. …extra clothes… C. …jacket… C. …coat…. A. …hiking boots… A. …running shoes…. 2 2 1) check the weather before you go and if sunny take sunglasses, sunscreen, extra clothes and a light weight jacket/or coat. 2) A good pair of hiking boots or running shoes so that your feet are warm, and comfy, and safe so you dont get hurt. 19

20. 4 Suppose you are responsible for collecting supplies for hikers to wear. Provide two details from the selection that are examples of appropriate supplies. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ ________________ B. Sunglasses… D. …sunscreen. … This response is incomplete, therefore it cannot earn full credit. 1 1 Sunglasses and sunscreen just in case it gets really hot and sunny out. 20

21. 4 Suppose you are responsible for collecting supplies for hikers to wear. Provide two details from the selection that are examples of appropriate supplies. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ ________________ A. Hiking boots… A.…right footwear for the terrain…. Although two details are provided they are considered the same piece of information (so they count as one detail). The passage does not mention wearing a wrist watch. 1 1 Hiking boots are very important because you need to have the right footwear for the terrian your going to walking through. Also wear a wrist watch to keep track of time so the sun doesnt set before you get back and get lost. 21

22. 4 Suppose you are responsible for collecting supplies for hikers to wear. Provide two details from the selection that are examples of appropriate supplies. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ ________________ A. …good pair of shoes… 1 1 A flash light for use in dark areas and A good pair of shoes to make movement easier. 22

23. 4 Suppose you are responsible for collecting supplies for hikers to wear. Provide two details from the selection that are examples of appropriate supplies. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ ________________ 0 0 When hiking you want to be prepared. You would need to bring plenty of food and water. It is essential to have food and water so you don’t dehydrate. Some other important materials would be a first-aid kit, a flashlight, a pocket knife, a map of the area, and a compass.. This response does not provide any text-based details from the selection that are examples of appropriate supplies. 23

24. 4 Suppose you are responsible for collecting supplies for hikers to wear. Provide two details from the selection that are examples of appropriate supplies. _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ ________________ 0 0 When people go hiking the two most important things are medical supplies in case someboday gets hurt and a compase so the people know were to go. This response does not provide any text-based details from the selection that are examples of appropriate supplies. 24

25. Comparing and Contrasting Appalachian Trail versus Mount Everest 25 Vocabulary Practice:

26. Appalachian Trail What do you know about the Appalachian Trail? 26

27. Appalachian Trail Gathering Background Information ▫1 st Reading: “12 Things You May Not Have Known about the Appalachian Trail” by Michael Ryan ▫2 nd Reading: “Tales of the Appalachian Trail” by Morgan Gambino ▫3 rd Reading: “A (Long) Walk in the Woods: 10 Hikers of the Appalachian Trail” 27

28. Notes: Graphic Organizer Since we know the task is to compare and contrast the A.T. with Mount Everest, as we read we know we should take notes to aid us in doing this task later We use a graphic organizer to help us format the information we learn ▫put it into a form that is easier to navigate so we can access it later What format would you like to use for your notes? 28

29. 1 st Reading: Historical Information “12 Things You May Not Have Known about the Appalachian Trail” by Michael Ryan We will read the article to gain an understanding of the history of the Appalachian Trail. 29

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31. 1 st Reading – Guided Questions 1.What distance has been added to the Appalachian Trail (according to the article) since 2004? 2.How is it possible for “thru hikers” to save “as much as 5 pounds from their backpacks”? 3.What are some indications that the author is trying to be humorous? 4.What is “trail magic”? 31

32. 2 nd Reading: Informational Text “Tales of the Appalachian Trail” by Megan Gambino We will read the article to gain an understanding of the history of the Appalachian Trail. 32

33. 2 nd Reading – Guided Questions 1.What was Benton Mackaye’s vision for the Appalachian Trail? 2.What two records does Earl Shaffer hold related to the Appalachian Trail? 33

34. 3 rd Reading: Biographical Information “A Long Walk in the Woods: 10 Hikers of the Appalachian Trail” We will read this text to gain an understanding of the people who hike the trail and their inspiring (or not so inspiring) stories 34

35. 3 rd Reading – Guided Questions 1.Choose a biographical paragraph: a.Why do you think this person has been highlighted in this article? b.What did you find most interesting about their biographical information? Be able to share your answers to these questions with all of us. 35

36. Summary for The Appalachian Trail Let’s take a moment to discuss what we’ve learned about the Appalachian Trail… 36

37. Mount Everest What do you know about Mount Everest? 37

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39. Mount Everest 39

40. Everest Climbing Team 40

41. Mount Everest- Other video links http://adventure.nationalgeographic.com/adven ture/everest/http://adventure.nationalgeographic.com/adven ture/everest/ Videos about Mount Everest 41

42. Circle Map 42 Mount Everest

43. Compare and Contrast: Appalachian Trail versus Mount Everest What are some similarities? 43

44. What are some differences? 44 Compare and Contrast: Appalachian Trail versus Mount Everest

45. Final Activity Choose either the Appalachian Trail or Mount Everest and create a PowerPoint or Poster which has at least three of the items listed below: 1.One or more summaries about a hiker’s journey to your chosen place 2.Five or more images of your chosen place 3.Three or more suggestions on how to prepare for a journey to your chosen place 4.Three or more facts about your chosen place 45

46. (Example) Mauna Kea: The “Tallest Mountain” Mauna Kea: ▫has an altitude of 13,796 feet, and is taller than Mount Everest because of the added distance underwater ▫located in the Hawaiian Islands in the Volcanic Arc ▫was first climbed by Joseph F. Goodrich in 1823 ▫is about two million years old 46 On August 26, 1823, the first recorded ascent of the mountain was made by an American missionary, Joseph F. Goodrich. He observed a small arrangement of stones on the summit of the mountain, indicating that he may not have been the first one to climb it. Tips for your ascent: 1.Careful of wildlife; There are 15 threatened and endangered plants, 3 endangered birds, and 1 endangered bat species in the area. 2. The Saddle Road (completed in 1943) offers an easy means of travel to Mauna Kea. 3.Mauna Kea is volcanic mountain, so it is expected to erupt in the future. Pay attention to any warnings to evacuate the area. Tips for your ascent: 1.Careful of wildlife; There are 15 threatened and endangered plants, 3 endangered birds, and 1 endangered bat species in the area. 2. The Saddle Road (completed in 1943) offers an easy means of travel to Mauna Kea. 3.Mauna Kea is volcanic mountain, so it is expected to erupt in the future. Pay attention to any warnings to evacuate the area.

47. Appalachian Trail 47 the trail is over 2,000 miles long and cuts through 14 states