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:
- Independent Study: Students will rewrite the essay from beginning to end by editing from suggested corrections by teacher, elbow partner, and themselves.
- Independent Study: Read quietly “Writing a Conclusion.”
- 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?
- 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.
- Independent Study: Write the conclusion and paper clip your complete second draft for submission.
- 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.