2. Grade 5 Quarter 2 Writing

3. Share Your Writing!! – Read your Zoo debate persuasive writing with a neighbor. Did you convince them to change their mind? Let’s discuss the rubric we will use during this unit!

4. Exceeding Standard (4) At Standard (3) Approaching Standard (2) Below Standard (1) States a Claim W5.1a Clearly states a claim that challenges the reader’s opinion. States a claim that takes a position on the topic. States a claim that is related to the topic, but does not show a clear position or opinion. May introduce a main topic but does not state a clear position. Structures Informatio nW5.1a,b Paragraphs are logically ordered in a way that strengthens the claim by anticipating counter opinions. Paragraph(s) include a claim supported by evidence. Multiple claims and evidences are grouped into one paragraph. Includes ideas in no particular order that may or may not relate to the topic. Provides Evidence W5.1b The evidence is accurate and supports the stated claim and comes from multiple sources while including direct quotations. Clearly states multiple claims and evidences that are supported by relevant factual sources. Evidence(s) that is provided is not relevant factual information in which supports the claim(s). Includes ideas; however, no claim(s) or evidence(s) is presented. Conclusion W5.1d Provides a compelling concluding paragraph that strengthens the claim by summarizes evidence that anticipates counter opinions. Provides a concluding statement or section that restates the claim. Provides a concluding statement or section that does not support the claim and or may feel abrupt or insufficient. No concluding statement or section provided. Sentence Structure W5.1c Uses complex and compound sentences that emphasizes transition words which directly support claims, counter opinions and evidence. Uses a majority of complex sentences. Uses a majority of simple sentences.

5. Note Taking/ Paraphrasing – Today I want to demonstrate how to take notes like a researcher. – We don’t just scribble scrabble an odd fact or two; we make sure our notes are careful and precise because they will be an important reference for later writing.

6. Note Taking/ Paraphrasing Listen and follow along as I read to you this nonfiction article about the Adelie Penguins

7. Penguins- 1 Adélie penguins breed and raise their young farther south than any other penguin, on the continent of Antarctica. In September and October—springtime in that part of the world—thousands of Adélies gather on the rocky Antarctic shoreline. The huge gatherings are called colonies. This is where the Adélies breed and raise their young.

8. Penguins- 2 Adelie Penguins travel farther south than any other penguin to have their babies because its springtime on that part of Antarctica. Thousands gather on the shoreline in colonies and raise their young.

9. Note Taking/ Paraphrasing Remember as you read and take notes, by paraphrasing you want to think about what you have read to make sure you comprehend the text before putting the information in your own words.