Objective:  I can solve roadblocks for the definition of summary by applying the four strategies, consulting with my elbow partner, and participating in class discussion.  Also, I can begin writing the summary of Parts 1 and 2 in “Land” by reading and applying the given structure of a summary paragraph to my notes from that section of the story and by consulting my elbow partner.

BW:  Solve roadblocks in your notebook for the definition of summary given on Oct. 1.

Activities:

1.  Share Out:  What is the meaning of “thorough,” etc.
2. Whole Class:  Review the structure of a summary paragraph.
3. Independent Study:  Reread Part I to determine the main idea or theme of the story.
4. Whole Class:  Write the topic sentence at the Promethean Board.
5. Think Pair/Share:  Reread the notes for questions 1-5 beginning on p. 138(9/27 homework.)
6. Whole Class:  Teacher will model writing an action statement for the first main point.
7. Think Pair/Share:  Students will write the second action statement(main point).
8. Share Out:  Does the action statement suggest a thought progression or change?