Writers of Wonderful Words; Researchers of the Rez

11/23/09 - 11/30/09

Week Focus:


Writing Process Evaluation


Math and Writing Project


Persuasive Writing

Math vocabulary/WSU scientists/ Persuasive Writing




11/16


Math and Writing Project


Persuasive Writing

Math vocabulary/WSU scientists/ Persuasive Writing


11/23
Correct Wiki or Power Write
Project Explanation
Teams
Define vocabulary with two sources (google/text)

11/24
Correct Wiki or Power Write
Vocabulary: all members understand with words and illustrations

Plan broster

11/25 Assembly

11/30
Power Writing
Plan and compete brosters
Track progress in work and behavior





EALR 1: The student understands and uses a writing process.

Component 1.2: Produces draft(s). W

Component 1.3: Revises to improve text. W
· Uses effective revision tools or strategies (e.g., reading draft out loud, checking sentence beginnings, expanding sentences, using an electronic or other thesaurus)

Component 1.4: Edits text. W
Component 3.3: Knows and applies appropriate grade level writing conventions. W

EALR 3: The student writes clearly and effectively.
Component 3.1: Develops ideas and organizes writing. W

3.2.2 Analyzes and selects language appropriate for specific audiences and purposes.