Objective: I can apply the 4-Step Process for vocabulary to the selected word in today’s vocabulary lesson.
Bellwork: In your spiral notebook, write down the five vocabulary words with their parts of speech: manipulation(n), treachery(n), disastrous(adj), masterpiece(n), and cobbler(n). Leave space for each entry. 2nd Hour: Read the traits of a #4 score for the District Argumentative Writing Rubric. In your notebook, set a goal or ask a question.
Activities:
- Whole Class: Students will follow the model of applying the 4-Step Process at the Promethean Board for the word “manipulation.” 2nd Hour: Random Share Out: Review the five traits(+ presentation) of the District Argumentative Rubric.
- Independent Study: Students will apply the 4-Step Process to the remaining vocabulary words. 2nd Hour: In the library, type or rewrite your essay.
- Volunteers will be asked to rehearse/present the first Show the Word activity. 2nd Hour: When you have completed your essay, print it and sign off with the teacher. Add notes to your SSR log. Some of you might need to turn in your library books.
- Students will continue to collect facts about Shakespeare’s life from “Shakespeare in the Classroom.”
- Think Pair/Share: If time allows, students will answer questions from the Chute summary of Julius Caesar.