AGENDA:

1. Discussed “sensory details” and how an author uses them to develop their writing
2. Worked on IXL to identify the sensory details in a given passage [IXL record sheet available on iLearn]
3. Discussed the elements of a memoir
4. Began reading “Dirk the Protector” in the textbook and used Cornell Notes to record specific ideas
5. Dismissal countdown

HOMEWORK:

1. Bring SSR book

DUE DATES & UPCOMING TESTS:

• 2/11-12 ~ WIDA Testing

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

• 2/13 ~ No One Eats Alone Day during lunch
• 2/14 ~ Early Dismissal: Middle school students are released at 11:05am
• 2/15-18 ~ NO SCHOOL: Mid-winter break