December 8, 2017

Objective: I can write the second draft of my essay by editing from suggested corrections by the teacher, my elbow partner, and myself.  Also, I can write a conclusion to my essay by following the steps on the handout and consulting with my neighbor.

Activities:

  1.  Independent Study:  Students will rewrite the essay from beginning to end by editing  from suggested corrections by teacher, elbow partner, and themselves.
  2. Independent Study:  Read quietly “Writing a Conclusion.”
  3. Share Out:  What is the topic sentence?  What is it’s purpose?  What is the purpose of the middle sentences?  What is the purpose of the last sentence?
  4. Turn-and-Talk:  Discuss with your elbow partner your essay’s claim and a brief summary of some of the best main points that were made in the body paragraphs.
  5. Independent Study:  Write the conclusion and paper clip your complete second draft for submission.
  6. Reminder:  The final tutoring session for the essay is available this morning at 6:30 am.  All writing must be done during class time or in tutoring sessions at school.