DAILY AGENDA:

1. Small groups shared out their portion of the SOAPSTone
2. Using the article and either working independently or with a small group, students answered three multiple choice questions about the article
3. If time remained, students could continue working on the “Dust Bowl/Memoir” word search
4. Dismissal countdown

HOMEWORK:

1. Complete theme essay, if not already submitted [check Student Connect for scores]
2. Complete IXL skill for point of view, sensory details, and personification

DUE DATES & UPCOMING TESTS:

• 3/24 ~ IXL Record Sheet for the 3rd card marking

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

• 2/17-21 ~ NO SCHOOL: Mid-winter break
• 3/13 ~ Early Dismissal: Middle school is released at 11:05am
• 3/18 ~ Late start: School begins one hour later